2026 BMW 8 Series Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions
2019–2026 model years64 variantsUp to 25 MPG combined
2026 BMW 8 Series Specs at a Glance
The 2026 BMW 8 Series gets 24 mpg combined on the 3.0L Rear-Wheel Drive configuration, weighs 4,769 lbs, measures 200 in long. Figures are per configuration, not a single official number — other trims rate as low as 19 mpg combined. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.
- Combined MPG
- 24 mpg (21 city / 29 hwy)
- Best configuration: 3.0L · Rear-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S8) · other 2026 trims rate 19–24 mpg combined
- Engine
- 3.0L 6-cyl
- 3.0L · Rear-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S8) · 2 powertrains offered
- Curb weight
- 4,769 lbs
- Heaviest recorded configuration: 8-SERIES GRAN COUPE
- Length
- 200 in · 76 in wide · 55.1 in tall
- Wheelbase
- 119.3 in
2026 BMW 8 Series trims and MPG
| Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 |
| Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 |
| Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 |
| Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 |
| Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 |
| Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 |
Detailed Specifications
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Engine Specs for every year and trim
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Drivetrain for every year and trim
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Dimensions for every year and trim
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Curb Weight for every year and trim
View details →BMW 8 Series Generations
Grouped by year ranges where the engine lineup, drivetrain options, and EPA class stay consistent — a derived approximation of the factory generations, not a manufacturer-published list.
| Years | Variants | Engines | Drive | Class | Best MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2026 | 44 | 3.0L, 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive | Midsize Cars, Subcompact Cars | 25 |
| 2019 | 2 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Subcompact Cars | 20 |
BMW 8 Series — All Years Overview
| Year | Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 25 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 25 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 25 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 6 · 3.0L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 24 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L | 8 · 4.4L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Premium Gasoline |
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What is the fuel economy of the 2026 BMW 8 Series?
The BMW 8 Series is EPA-rated at up to 25 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), a historical peak recorded on the 2022 model year.
What engine does the 2026 BMW 8 Series have?
The BMW 8 Series uses a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine paired with an Automatic transmission.
What years of the BMW 8 Series are covered here?
This page documents 46 verified BMW 8 Series configurations across model years 2019–2026.
Which model year of the BMW 8 Series is the most fuel efficient?
The 2022 BMW 8 Series holds the highest combined rating at 25 MPG; the 2019 sits lowest at 20 MPG, a difference of 5 MPG (about 25%) across the 8 rated years on file.
How many engine options does the BMW 8 Series have?
The records list 2 distinct displacements for the BMW 8 Series — 3L, 4.4L — which is why combined MPG varies between trims of the same year.
Is the 2026 BMW 8 Series front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?
The BMW 8 Series appears in 2 drivetrain layouts across the years documented here — Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive — with the latest 2026 record on Rear-Wheel Drive.