The 850i xDrive Coupé packs a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine that whacks out 390kW and 750Nm worth of torque.
This week BMW SA launched its all-new 8 Series Coupé in Cape Town. Unveiled internationally at the end of 2018, the much-anticipated 8 Series Coupé is a sporty grand tourer that promises both luxury and storming performance in equal measure.
Rigorously tested around the infamous Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit, the 850i xDrive Coupé packs a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine that whacks out 390kW and 750Nm worth of torque. BMW claims that these figure are good enough for a 0-100km/h sprint time of 3.7-seconds. Vmax? You're looking at an electronically limited 250km/h. Not shabby at all.
So how much does it cost? Well the starting price is R1,872,900. Is it worth it? We will be driving the new 850i xDrive Coupé later this week so keep your eyes peeled for our first drive impressions.
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