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Visually, the front-end of the M8 Gran Coupe is heavily influenced by the recently revealed 8 Series, […]","datePublished":"2018-03-07","dateModified":"2018-03-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/BMW-M8-HEADER-RESIZE.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/BMW-M8-HEADER-RESIZE.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/performance\/bmw-reveals-m8-gran-coupe-concept\/","about":["PERFORMANCE CARS"],"wordCount":303,"keywords":["bmw","BMW M8","BMW M8 Gran Coupe","Coupe","High Performance Cars"],"articleBody":"BMW has revealed a new high-performance four-door coupe at the Geneva Motor Show and it has been arguably this year\u2019s show-stealing attraction.The M8 Gran Coupe Concept gives a big hint as to what to expect from the production car when it hit showrooms before the end of 2019. It will eventually be joined by more reserved \u2018mainstream\u2019 8 Series Gran Coupes variants.Visually, the front-end of the M8 Gran Coupe is heavily influenced by the recently revealed 8 Series, but it possesses more aggression whilst integrating key styling features, such as a double-kidney grille with gold-coloured surround to add an air of exclusivity.At the rear, horizontal lines help the area below the rear spoiler catch more light. Slim, sculpted rear lights at the outer edges embellish the car\u2019s wide stance, while the familiar M twin exhaust tailpipes leave no doubt to the car\u2019s vicious promise.Unfortunately, we can\u2019t tell you anything in regards to performance because BMW hasn\u2019t released any technical details.However, it is expected that the production M8 Gran Coupe will have a lot in common with the recently launched M5. That means it could use the same 592bhp twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 engine, linked to an eight-speed auto gearbox with four-wheel drive.Commenting after the car\u2019s Geneva debut, senior vice president of BMW Group Design Adrian van Hooydonk said this concept alludes to greater things down the line.\u201cThe BMW Concept M8 Gran Coupe offers a look ahead to the most exotic and alluring variant of the new BMW 8 Series,\u201d he commented.Meanwhile, another high-up BMW exec added that the BMW Concept M8 Gran Coupe \u201cis designed to stir things up, to polarise \u2013 it should move you emotionally\u201d.Does it stir up any strong emotions with you? Pour out your feeling into our comments section below. 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