Unique, extraordinary, impressive — the list goes on when describing the all-new 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe, considered a masterpiece in both engineering and design. Complete with handcrafted details and luxurious finishes as well as boasting top performance stats, this Gran Coupe is both graceful and powerful, perfect for today’s driver. From eye-catching colors on the outside to a deluxe interior, exclusivity certainly starts here.
Here’s more….
From the outside….
The classic Alpina look is found here with unique front and rear fascia designs that include larger air intakes up front and a diffuser and a lip spoiler out back. Graceful lines of the Gran Coupe are accentuated by an Alpina-designed front apron to cut through wind resistance and optimize cooling and performance.
A sporty rear design features the model-exclusive apron which perfectly frames the stainless steel Alpina quad exhaust system. Some color choices on the B8 are sure to please, including the exclusive Blue Metallic and Alpina Green Metallic hues.
Twenty-one inch wheels are shown for first time ever on any 8 series, with classic Alpina design. These high-performance tires were co-developed with Pirelli over two and a half years, designed with comfort and performance in mind. This is truly a perfect match for perfect automobile.
A peek inside….
Deluxe to the max! That is how to describe the interior of the B8 Gran Coupe. Truly something never experienced or seen before, each and every detail is sheer perfection, from digital displays to heated seats and hand-stitched leather.
Also, unique Alpina designs turn the Digital instrument Cluster into a distinctive display, complementing the hand-finished Alpina Lavalina leather steering wheel with signature blue and green stitching, so so soft to the touch, no matter where your hands are positioned. Inside, other marks of exclusivity include the one-of-a-kind Alpina Walnut Anthracite interior trim, an engraved iDrive controller and standard glass controls. Alpina logos are scattered throughout the cabin for that extra touch of style, beginning with illuminated lettering on the door step.
And not only is the driver rooted in luxury when it comes to the interior, but so are the passengers. They can relax in a curated atmosphere, complete with standard rear heated seats, power rear sunshade and Alcantara Headliner.
Power personified!
Under hood of the B8 is the same twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 engine that is found in the M850i and the M8 models. For the Alpina, it makes an astonishing 612 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque, which puts its output much higher than the 523-hp M850i and just under the 617-hp M8 with its competition package. Also, thanks to the Alpina’s different exhaust system, a more distinctive soundtrack is realized.
Suspension is agile and steering precise with the B8. This vehicle will truly sharpen all your senses! Engineers have done a brilliant job — the final result is a real dream car that follows footprint of 8 series.
Standard on the Alpina is an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The B8 is expected to get to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds, with an impressive top speed of 201 mph.
Equipped with finely calibrated Alpina brakes, the new B8 stops on a dime.
But with power and exclusivity comes cost, with the B8 coming in at a starting price of $140,895. Compared to the 2022 M8 Competition Gran Coupe, it is nearly $9,000 more costly.
Simply put — a truly high performance drive is found here. The B8 is a real classic in the luxury performance segment.
And, not to be overlooked, this vehicle results in explosive acceleration at all times.
In fact, no technical detail has been left untouched to achieve this power.
Without a doubt, no opportunity for excellence is overlooked in this new B8. It is a masterpiece of precision engineering, handcrafted details and enviable luxury. This beautiful machine also brings forth a high sense of safety and complete comfort and confidence. The pinnacle of the Gran Coupe family, the all-new B8 is something you don’t want to miss. Exclusivity certainly starts here!
