BMW 7 Series vs BMW 8 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$96,400 | MSRP$87,500 |
Average price$37,787 | Average price$62,241 |
Listings3761 | Listings1345 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryRedesigned for 2023, the 7 Series is BMW's full-size flagship sedan, arch-rival to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8, and newcomers like the Genesis G90. For 2024, BMW has added the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) 750e and lightly updated the infotainment system. Unfortunately, these additions don't change the 7 Series calculus. The 750e offers a boost in power and efficiency over the low-end 740i, but it costs more, has a disjointed driving personality, and quickly eats its electric charge. Despite the update, the car's digital systems remain frustratingly complex. Verdict: The 2024 BMW 7 Series has lots to offer luxury buyers, including features like a rear-seat theatre and cashmere upholstery, plus performance and fuel efficiency that are often superior to most rivals, few of whom offer PHEV options. But the car's frustrating digital systems and controls undermine the experience. | |
Reviews SummaryThe BMW 8 Series is the third element of BMW’s flagship trinity. Just as the 7 Series is the top sedan in BMW’s lineup, and the X7 is the top SUV, the 8 Series lords over lesser coupes and convertibles in the BMW hierarchy. The 8 Series nameplate dates back to 1990, when BMW launched the first generation in the form of a wedge-shaped coupe with pop-up headlights. After that version—known as the E31—went out of production, the 8 Series took a long hiatus, returning in its current G15 form for the 2019 model year. The 2023 BMW 8 Series gets some small updates for the new model year, including exterior styling tweaks and an enlarged touchscreen. More paint color and wheel design options round out what’s new. The lineup remains unchanged, however, consisting of 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, and high-performance M8 Competition variants in coupe, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupe body styles. An Alpina B8 version of the Gran Coupe (launched for the 2021 model year) also returns. We tested an 840i Gran Coupe for this review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | Torque368 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.1 cu ft | Cargo Space15.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4720 lbs | Curb Weight4180 lbs |
Height60.8 in | Height55.4 in |
Length212.2 in | Length200.3 in |
Width86.3 in | Width84.1 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase119.0 in |
Maximum Payload1098 lbs | Maximum Payload1003 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $96,400 | $87,500 |
Average price | $37,787 | $62,241 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Redesigned for 2023, the 7 Series is BMW's full-size flagship sedan, arch-rival to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8, and newcomers like the Genesis G90. For 2024, BMW has added the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) 750e and lightly updated the infotainment system. Unfortunately, these additions don't change the 7 Series calculus. The 750e offers a boost in power and efficiency over the low-end 740i, but it costs more, has a disjointed driving personality, and quickly eats its electric charge. Despite the update, the car's digital systems remain frustratingly complex. Verdict: The 2024 BMW 7 Series has lots to offer luxury buyers, including features like a rear-seat theatre and cashmere upholstery, plus performance and fuel efficiency that are often superior to most rivals, few of whom offer PHEV options. But the car's frustrating digital systems and controls undermine the experience. | The BMW 8 Series is the third element of BMW’s flagship trinity. Just as the 7 Series is the top sedan in BMW’s lineup, and the X7 is the top SUV, the 8 Series lords over lesser coupes and convertibles in the BMW hierarchy. The 8 Series nameplate dates back to 1990, when BMW launched the first generation in the form of a wedge-shaped coupe with pop-up headlights. After that version—known as the E31—went out of production, the 8 Series took a long hiatus, returning in its current G15 form for the 2019 model year. The 2023 BMW 8 Series gets some small updates for the new model year, including exterior styling tweaks and an enlarged touchscreen. More paint color and wheel design options round out what’s new. The lineup remains unchanged, however, consisting of 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, and high-performance M8 Competition variants in coupe, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupe body styles. An Alpina B8 version of the Gran Coupe (launched for the 2021 model year) also returns. We tested an 840i Gran Coupe for this review. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 335 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque | 398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | 368 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 335 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.1 cu ft | 15.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4720 lbs | 4180 lbs |
Height | 60.8 in | 55.4 in |
Length | 212.2 in | 200.3 in |
Width | 86.3 in | 84.1 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 119.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1098 lbs | 1003 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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