BMW to Debut Limited-Edition 8 Series at Monterey Car Week

【PCauto】BMW plans to unveil the limited-run 8 Series Final Edition at the 2025 Monterey Car Week, marking a refined farewell to one of its most elegant grand tourers.

A Grand Finale for BMW’s Flagship GT

The upcoming 8 Series Final Edition will mark the end of the current-generation BMW 8 Series (G15/G16), serving as a graceful farewell to one of the brand’s most elegant and powerful grand tourers.

Since its revival in 2018, the 8 Series has stood as BMW’s flagship GT model, showcasing the brand’s finest engineering and design. The M850i xDrive variant is powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 that delivers 530 hp and sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds. Paired with BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system and 8-speed Steptronic transmission, it blends grand touring luxury with thrilling performance.

For those seeking even more, the M8 Competition increases power to 625 hp and cuts the 0 to 100 km/h time to just 3.2 seconds. With M-specific active differential tuning and an integrated braking system, it delivers handling precision that rivals full-fledged supercars.

Underpinning this performance is a lightweight chassis made from aluminum and high-strength steel. Rear-wheel steering and adaptive suspension allow this 5-meter GT to corner with surprising agility while a drag coefficient of just 0.29 enhances high-speed stability.

Limited Edition Release Could Signal a Temporary Pause for the BMW 8 Series

The next-generation BMW 8 Series may shift to a fully electric model built on BMW’s Neue Klasse platform.

Monterey Car Week 2025 is set for August 10 to 17 in Monterey, California. BMW has chosen this prestigious event to debut its new model. The main venues, including The Quail and Pebble Beach, are known for showcasing high-end classic cars.

Monterey Car Week is a major global celebration of car culture, and BMW’s involvement will boost its brand presence. While the exact debut time has yet to be confirmed, BMW is expected to reveal this limited-edition 8 Series early in the event.

BMW 8 Series Final Edition Could Arrive with Two Distinct Powertrains

One possibility is a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, delivering between 530 and 625 horsepower, derived from current models such as the M850i xDrive and M8 Competition. Alternatively, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant may be introduced to reflect BMW’s broader shift toward electrification.

Visually, the Final Edition will feature exclusive design elements, including retro-inspired color options like BMW’s iconic Laguna Seca Blue or Frozen Black finishes. Inside, the cabin emphasizes luxury with Merino leather and Alcantara upholstery, carbon fiber trim, and a numbered plaque denoting its limited-edition status.

Other highlights include 21-inch forged alloy wheels and a distinctive “Final Edition” badge, reinforcing the car’s exclusive character. Production is rumored to be limited to between 200 and 500 units globally, enhancing its appeal as a future collectible.

The BMW 8 Series Final Edition could become the brand’s last generation of purely gasoline-powered flagship GT models, bidding farewell to the traditional internal combustion engine era. The next generation of the 8 Series may transition to the i8 electric model in response to global environmental trends. Price predictions suggest a reference to the current M8 Competition’s base price of $140,000, with the limited edition potentially commanding a 10 to 20 percent premium, reaching $154,000 to $168,000. Sales regions will focus on North America, Europe and the Middle East, catering to high-end consumers.