The 2026 BMW 8 Series Coupe: Where Elegance, Power, and Performance Meet

Every car engineered by BMW USA is extraordinary, and if it's a luxury two-door you're seeking, the 2026 BMW 8 Series Coupe will blow you away. Incredible performance, unmistakable BMW styling, and the latest technology combine to offer a coupe driving experience like no other. Learn more about this lavish luxury car with the expert team at BMW of Asheville.

Power and Performance

This new BMW coupe offers two stirring powertrains. Standard on the 2026 BMW 840i and 2026 BMW 840i xDrive® is a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine capable of 335 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque and paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The BMW 840i features rear-wheel drive (RWD), and the BMW 840i xDrive upgrades to the BMW xDrive® all-wheel drive (AWD) system. Meanwhile, the 2026 BMW M850i x Drive upgrades to a 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine that achieves 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. It's complemented by the eight-speed shifter and AWD.

All three trims boast great performance upgrades. The 2026 BMW 840i and 2026 BMW 840i xDrive come standard with 19-inch wheels, an adaptive suspension, high-performance brakes, and an M Sport differential. The 2026 BMW 850i xDrive upsizes to 20-inch wheels, an adaptive sport suspension, and active roll stabilization. Also, its transmission is sport-tuned for an even faster, smoother response.

Technology

A wealth of high-end infotainment technology is integrated into this luxury coupe. BMW Operating System 7 supports a large 12.3-inch touchscreen that you can control with voice commands or the iDrive® controller. Through this touchscreen, you can access premium features such as a navigation system, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon® Surround Audio System. A wireless smartphone charging pad also comes standard for even more convenience.

Safety Features

Active Driving Assistant is a term you're sure to hear at our Asheville, NC BMW dealership. This is the name of the BMW brand's safety suite, and for the 2026 BMW 8 Series Coupe, it includes advanced driver assistance systems such as Frontal Collision Warning and Lane-Departure Warning. The optional Driving Assistance Professional package adds safety upgrades such as Adaptive Cruise Control and Automated Lane-Change Assistance. 

Test Drive the 2026 BMW 8 Series Coupe in Arden, NC, Near Asheville

Now that you know the greatness that awaits in the 2026 BMW 8 Series Coupe, visit BMW of Asheville today for a test drive and personalized BMW financing. Whichever trim you choose, you'll love owning this sleek, sophisticated, exhilarating luxury car. Get behind the wheel today!