How much does the BMW 8 Series cost in today's market?

Used BMW 8 Series prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW 8 Series has a current nationwide average price of $62,452, and its year-round low is $59,294.48. That puts the model in a fairly tight pricing band for shoppers tracking used listings across the lineup. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW 8 Series a good car?

Yes — the BMW 8 Series earns strong marks from owners for its sporty performance, luxurious design, and advanced technology. The all-generations owner rating is 4.59/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the powerful engines, strong handling, and stylish presence, and they also value the premium-feeling driving experience. Across the model years, the 8 Series stands out as a grand tourer that blends performance and luxury in a way that feels special.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in expert coverage are a cramped back seat, a firm ride in some versions, and advanced safety features that require careful option checking on certain years. Those are the kinds of compromises you should expect if you want the 8 Series’ style-and-performance focus.

32.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW 8 Series models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the BMW 8 Series for its powerful performance, sporty handling, luxurious features, and stylish design. Expert coverage also reinforces the model’s strong driving character and premium feel, which helps explain why it earns such positive feedback across multiple years.

• Owners rate the BMW 8 Series between 4.2 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, you should plan for premium-car upkeep and pay close attention to service history, especially on older and higher-performance versions.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW 8 Series?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 85.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driving Assistance Package and Driving Assistance Professional Package
• Infotainment: BMW Live Cockpit Professional with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
• Fuel efficiency: 24 mpg combined (21 mpg city, 29 mpg highway); 19 mpg combined; 17 mpg combined

Which BMW 8 Series trim should I buy?

The 2023 BMW 8 Series offers...

• 840i: The 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six, eight-speed automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive, and 335 horsepower make this the entry point for the lineup, and it delivers the most approachable balance of performance and value.
• 840i xDrive: This trim adds all-wheel drive to the 840i formula, giving you the same 335-horsepower six-cylinder setup with extra traction.
• M850i xDrive: This version adds a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with 523 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque, plus all-wheel drive, for buyers who want a stronger performance step up.
• M8 Competition: This is the most extreme performance choice, with 617 horsepower, an M-specific eight-speed automatic transmission, and AWD across all three body styles.
• Alpina B8 Gran Coupe: This trim adds a more luxurious character with 612 horsepower and a 201-mph top speed, making it the choice for buyers who want high performance with a grand-touring focus.

What BMW 8 Series do most buyers choose?

The BMW 8 Series years with the most listings are 2023, 2025, and 2024.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices in body style, trim, and price, which makes them easier starting points when you want to compare similar cars side by side. They also tend to be the years where you can shop with more confidence because there are simply more listings to evaluate.

What is the BMW 8 Series's resale value?

Most model years in the table are moving down in price, which creates better entry points for used shoppers. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older years show smaller declines. That pattern gives you more room to find value if you are shopping recent used examples.

The 2019, 2020, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW 8 Series safe?

• 2023: 6/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 8/10

The 2023 model includes the Driving Assistance Package and the Driving Assistance Professional Package for added driver-assistance coverage.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2021 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used BMW 8 Series now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −19.34% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −8.73%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $58,997. The BMW 8 Series offers a stylish, premium grand-touring character that blends strong performance with a distinctive design.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The base 840i gets a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six producing 335 horsepower and 368 pound-feet of torque, while the M850i xDrive nets a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 rated at 523 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: BMW Live Cockpit Professional includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity.
• Safety: The latest model adds the Driving Assistance Package and the Driving Assistance Professional Package.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $88,495 for a base RWD 840i coupe or Gran Coupe.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.