BMW M850i to slot below M8 – report
The upcoming BMW 8 Series range is set to feature an M850i M Performance variant, according to a new report.
BMW Blog claims the Bavarian manufacturer wants to bridge the gap between the entry-level 840i and the flagship M8 with a focused M Performance model.
While not confirmed, the M850i is expected to get a version of BMW's 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8, developing around 500hp (373kW) with drive sent to all four wheels.
It's also likely the M850i will get M Sport upgrades like sports suspension bigger brakes, torque vectoring and light alloy wheels. BMW Blog also says the variant could get a carbon-fibre roof, too.
The production version of the BMW 8 Series is expected to debut sometime next year, and it's also expected to look very similar to the Concept 8 Series that previewed it (pictured).
Stay tuned to CarAdvice for more updates over the coming months.
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