This marks the very first time we've been able to
catch a glimpse of the upcoming BMW 8-Series Coupe's production headlights and
taillights, and they're nothing like what we saw on the 8-Series Concept. While
that may be disappointing to some, in reality, BMW toning down the Concept's
design in order to get it ready for mass production was quite predictable.
As for how big the differences are, out front, the
headlights appear larger and the angel eyes way less aggressive. At the rear,
the taillights are properly integrated into the boot lid, whereas on the
concept the edges stood out like winglets.
The new BMW 8-Series Coupe will use the same modular
CLAR architecture as the 7- and 5-Series models, and should arrive in showrooms
sometime in 2018, with a Convertible version and even an M8 model to follow at
a later date.
Speaking of the M8, it will "build on the genes
of the 8 Series and augment its DNA with added track ability and generous extra
portions of dynamic sharpness, precision and agility," according to BMW M
chief, Frank van Meel. Unfortunately, BMW has yet to divulge any information
regarding powertrains. The BMW 8-Series is part of BMW's push to
strengthen its portfolio and focus more on the luxury segment.
Cr : Carscoops
