When it comes to the BMW 8-Series lineup, you get what you pay for: an actual dream car with all the bells and whistles. The elegant yet sporty BMW 8-Series has only been available since 2019, and the BMW engineers truly excelled in designing this model for drivers who want spaciousness and luxury paired with a muscular powertrain with heart-pounding power. In 2021, the BMW M850i xDrive was available as a two-door coupe, a four-door Gran Coupe, and a two-door convertible. All come standard with a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine with 523 horsepower. Despite being the biggest coupe, convertible, and Gran Coupe in the lineup, this car flies down the line - but without compromising the cloud-like ride thanks to the adaptive M Sport suspension, eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. No expense was spared when designing the M850i. The elegant coupe sits low and wide to showcase the impeccable ride quality. Its sleek LED headlights surround a bold, wide kidney grille trimmed with chrome accents. The side view is just as attractive with a sloping roof, aerodynamic mirrors, and a gently curving rear that ends with a strong bumper below L-shaped taillights and above dual chrome-covered exhausts. In short, the 2021 M850i xDrive is simply stunning. Even with three available body styles, the 2021 M850i faces stiff competition. The 8-Series is considered a luxury sports car, so it faces competition from the Jaguar F-Type, for example. The Mercedes-Benz GT is another two-door coupe and convertible or four-door sedan that competes with the M850i. The closest trim is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 with a twin-turbocharged V8 that delivers 577 horsepower. It also has an air suspension and a performance exhaust. Drivers looking for a high-end sports car like the BMW 850i often look to the Porsche 911, especially any Turbo trims with a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter flat-six with 572 horsepower. Porsche builds the 911 in several body styles, but all have two doors. Price-wise, the Porsche 911 and Mercedes-Benz GT sit at the top. The F-Type has a lower MSRP than the BMW, and Jaguar has a reputation for reliability problems. When it comes to luxury sports cars, the BMW M850i xDrive is an excellent choice at a reasonable price.
The entry-level 8-Series is outfitted with a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 335 horsepower. Upgrading to the M850i xDrive puts a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 with 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque under the hood. This powerful configuration delivers a 0-60 time of 3.5 seconds and gives it a top speed of 155 MPH. All models have an eight-speed automatic transmission with manual mode. They also have fuel economy that reflects the engine and power. The EPA-estimated fuel rating is 17 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway. The adaptive suspension removes the tight agility drivers experience in a smaller coupe like the Z4, but the turbocharged V8 lets drivers power out of corners with grace and ease. Drivers who choose the convertible will never complain about feeling exhausted and wind-whipped after a top-down cruise. Instead, the engineers built the 8-Series so you can arrive at your destination with barely a hair out of place. The top is insulated properly for a refined, peaceful ride.
BMW names its vehicles with a numbering system, and as the numbers increase, so do the size and luxury level. The M850i comes standard with Merino leather seats with power adjustability, heat, and memory settings. The soft-closing doors and ambient lighting fit with the comfortable aesthetics. In 2021, drivers could add premium features like a neck warming feature in the convertible, a crystal glass shift knob, and glass-covered console buttons. So, you will occasionally find these upgrades in pre-owned models at Exotic Car Trader. Tech features begin with a 10.25-inch touchscreen - larger than average in 2021. The infotainment tech included Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, HD Radio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, navigation, Bluetooth, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. A 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system was standard, but a 12- or 16-speaker Bowers & Wilkins surround-sound system was available. The unique features in the M850i xDrive include an M Sport steering wheel and ventilated front seats. Driver-assistance tech includes automatic parking assist, a surround-view camera system, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, traffic-jam assist, and more.
In 2021, the BMW 850i xDrive coupe had an MSRP of $112,895 while the convertible started with an MSRP of $122,395. The Gran Coupe had an MSRP of $109,895. Today, you can find the M850i xDrive in the three body styles for prices as low as $50,000 and upwards of $65,000 with low miles, optional features, and a tidy vehicle history report. Usually, the convertible models have higher pre-owned prices.
Driving a BMW 850i xDrive is pure pleasure, and you can get behind the wheel of this exceptional luxury car thanks to Exotic Car Trader. Our goal is to help drivers find the car of their dreams. Whether you’re in the market for a 2021 BMW 850i xDrive for sale or another exceptional BMW like the 2020 BMW M8 Competition, we will find it for you. Our team also works with drivers looking to sell their exotic or luxury cars. Contact us today to start the sales process with our professional photographer.
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