8 BMW 2020 Series Test Drive Gran Coupe
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The Bavarian automaker continues to delight its fans by releasing restyled versions of each model. And the coupe of the eighth series is no exception. Stylish car with a representative appearance and sporting characteristics. This is a key idea that the brand continues to “cultivate” in its cars.
What's new in basic and luxury trim levels? Introducing a fresh test drive of the new generation of "eight", loved by many motorists.
Auto design
Visually, the 2020 model increased due to the rejection of the two-door body shape. The four-door coupe is more practical than its predecessor. Dimensions cars also changed.
Length mm | 5082 |
Width mm | 2137 |
Height mm | 1407 |
Wheelbase mm | 3023 |
Weight, kg. | 1925 |
Load capacity kg | 635 |
Gauge, mm | Front 1627, Rear 1671 |
Trunk volume, l | 440 |
Ground clearance, mm. | 128 |
Despite the fact that the car has slightly increased, in the back row a tall passenger may feel some discomfort. The roof of the “coupe” body slopes gently towards the trunk. Therefore, with a height of 180 cm, a person will rest his head against the ceiling. Of the shortcomings, this is the only one.
The manufacturer has retained the sporty appearance of the model. He installed the same narrow laser headlights and swollen “nostrils” with clear edges. The picture is completed by a ribbed sloping hood and expressive air intake deflectors. Competitors in this class are Porsche Panamera and Mercedes CLS.
How does a car go?
Similar to updated versions of the 2020 BMW such as 7 Series и X-6The 8 Series is equipped with a host of electronic assistants. Modern technologies facilitate parking of cars, warn of cross-traffic. They control the blind spots of the driver and keep the car in the lane.
Unfortunately, riding on poor-quality road surface will be felt in the cabin. And in the holes it is better not to accelerate. Let the suspension and customizable, fast ride be accompanied by strong bumps and anxiety over 20-inch tires.
But compared with the last kupeshka, four-door keeps on long bends more confidently. Thanks to its excellent grip on bends, the car does not lose speed.
Technical specifications
Under the hood in the latest generation, the manufacturer installs three varieties of engines. These are two gasoline and one diesel. All powertrains are turbocharged. And the top-end modification (M850i) is a double turbine. Here are the main characteristics of engines produced since February 2020.
840d (M Sport) | 840i (M Sport) | M850i (M Sport) | |
Volume, see cube. | 2993 | 2998 | 4395 |
Drive unit | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
engine's type | In-line, 6 cylinders, twin turbine | In-line, 6 cylinders, turbine | V-8 twin turbine |
Horsepower at rpm | 320/4400 | 340/5000 | 530/5500 |
Torque Nm. at rpm | 680/1750 | 500/1600 | 750/1800 |
Maximum speed, km / h. | 250 | 250 | 250 |
Acceleration to 100 km / h., Sec. | 5,1 | 4,9 | 3,9 |
All power units are equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission (ZF). During a test drive, she showed a high switching speed. And maximum accuracy is balanced by smoothness. The base kit also includes an adaptive suspension. On the front, it is double-lever, and on the back it is adjustable for 5 levers.
The standard version of the new rear-wheel drive. Other modifications are all-wheel drive. The rear differential lock must be ordered separately.
Salon
Inside, the car has not changed much. The console is equipped with a 10-inch touch screen. Dashboard, drive mode selector, joystick settings. The manufacturer has left these elements unchanged.
The safety package contains the entire set of driver assistance. The package also includes a night vision system, adaptive cruise control and many small settings in which you can simply get lost.
Fuel consumption
There are no naturally aspirated engines in the second generation lineup. Therefore, the car received decent power with low fuel consumption. For a coupe of this size, indicators of up to 10 liters per 100 kilometers are worthy of attention.
Here is the flow rate (l / 100km.) Three modifications of 2020 showed.
840d (M Sport) | 840i (M Sport) | M850i (M Sport) | |
City | 7,5 | 9,5 | 14,9 |
Track | 5,8 | 7,2 | 8,2 |
Mixed | 6,7 | 8,5 | 10,7 |
Tank volume, l | 66 | 66 | 68 |
As can be seen from the table, sports equipment increase fuel consumption. But with a quiet driving mode and minimal use of all electrical appliances, this figure can be slightly reduced.
Cost of maintenance
Every 10 km. mileage will require the following work. Change oil with air filter, cabin filter, fuel and oil, perform diagnostics. All other systems just need to be checked.
The approximate cost of repairing a new BMW ($)
Scheduled maintenance | 40 |
Pad replacement | 20 |
Replacing pads with discs | 32 |
3D wheel alignment | 45 |
Computer diagnostics | 20 |
Suspension Diagnostics | 10 |
Automatic oil change | 75 |
Engine overhaul | 320 |
At 40 km. mileage will additionally require replacement of spark plugs. And after 000 thousand you will need to change the oil in the box. If you operate the car, it will not require large expenditures on repair and maintenance.
Pricing for the 8 Series Gran Coupe
The cheapest model of the second generation of the G95 is $ 900. It will be a 3,0-liter gasoline engine with an automatic transmission. All modifications are equipped with the same set of comfort and safety systems.
Basic kit | Additional option | |
Leather interior | + | - |
Climate control | 2 zones | 4 zones |
Seat heating | Front | + rear |
A roof with a panoramic view | - | + |
Sports seats | + | - |
Adaptive Headlight | + | - |
Rear View Camera | + | - |
Cruise control | + | - |
Adaptive Cruise Control | - | + |
The night vision | - | + |
For a panoramic roof, the buyer will need to pay about $ 2200. A night vision system will delay more than 2500 cu
Hack and predictor Aviator
As you can see, the manufacturer tried to make the next generation of the BMW 8 Series more comfortable and practical. Add a couple more doors - the right decision in favor of practicality. And the extended basic equipment blurs the line between the owners of the cheap and expensive versions. Although the company, nevertheless, left the driver the opportunity to emphasize their prosperity - when ordering additional options.
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