1998 BMW 8 Series
The new BMW 8 Series is a Super Sports offered in a 2D Coupe body style. Available in Australia from $203,650 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the 840ci variant and topping out at $207,900 for the CI.
There are 2 variants of the 8 Series available in Australia.
The BMW 8 Series is only available with an null motor that produces 210kW and 420Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 1998 8 Series is offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
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BMW 8 Series
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Available Variants
The BMW 8 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being 840ci and the most expensive being Ci.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,780 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,855 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,340 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,684 mm |
| Load Capacity | 345 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 8 Series is the 840ci that starts from $203,650.
See all BMW 8 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 8 Series is the Ci that starts from $207,900.
See all BMW 8 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 8 Series is 1675 kg offered by the following variants: 840ci and Ci.
See all BMW 8 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 8 Series is the 840ci which measures 1855mm wide, 4780mm in length and sits 1340mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 8 Series is the 840ci which has 210kW of power from its 4.4L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The BMW 8 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 8 Series is the 840ci which weighs 2240 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 8 Series uses Premium Unleaded.
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