BMW has uncovered the new 8-Series concept, ahead of
its debut at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. Designed to preview the
8-Series Coupe, the concept is a "luxurious sports car which embodies both
unadulterated dynamics and modern luxury."
Looking far more athletic than the Gran Lusso Coupe,
the 8-Series concept is a stylish two-door model which features an aggressive
front fascia with a large twin-kidney grille. The car has also been equipped
with a carbon fiber front splitter, laser headlights, and massive air intakes.
We can see a long hood, flowing
bodywork, and 21-inch lightweight alloy wheels. The concept also has front
fender vents, muscular rear wheel arches, and a sporty roofline. Other highlights
include a carbon fiber rear diffuser that is flanked by a dual exhaust system
with trapezoidal tailpipes.
The interior is a bit of a departure from
traditional BMWs as it adopts a minimalist design with a driver focused layout.
As part of this focus, the company installed exclusive sports seats with a
carbon-fiber shell and the "finest leather" upholstery. There's also
a custom steering wheel with hand-polished aluminum spokes and red-anodized
shift paddles. We can also see a digital instrument cluster, an iDrive display,
and plenty of carbon fiber trim.
BMW declined to say what powers the concept but the
production model will arrive next year and trademark applications suggest it
will be equipped with a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, a
turbocharged 4.4-liter V8, and the turbocharged 6.6-liter V12 from the M760Li
xDrive.
