The new BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe

For the 2022 model year, BMW Alpina presents the new Alpina B8 Gran Coupe. It combines the highest levels of performance, dynamics and comfort in a bold and beautiful design, and is truly an exclusive automobile that appeals to all senses.

With a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine producing 604bhp and 800Nm of torque, zero to 100km/h arrives in just 3.4 seconds, and onwards to a top speed of 323km/h. The engine's power characteristics and superb throttle response are the result of optimised turbocharging and cooling systems. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the all four wheels.

The Alpina cooling system ensures thermal stability and optimum efficiency of the high-performance engine, even under continuous high loads. It consists of three external coolant coolers, an enlarged transmission oil cooler and a low-temperature cooling system with Alpina specific intercoolers with a larger cooling surface. The optimised cross section of the coolant feed enables maximum throughput.

The Alpina sport exhaust system is notable for its nuanced, harmonious V8 soundtrack, sophisticated and restrained in Comfort mode or emotional and sonorous in Sport mode. The twin tailpipes, finished in polished stainless steel, are elegantly integrated in the rear apron in typical Alpina fashion.

Countless test miles were completed on Europe's most demanding test tracks during the development of the B8 Gran Coupe's sport suspension system. The result is a refined suspension and chassis set-up that combines first-class long-distance ride comfort with precise handling characteristics. The B8 Gran Coupe impresses in a myriad of driving situations with its harmonious, balanced chassis and a high sense of security.

The B8 Gran Coupe also come with rear wheel steering, which enables the wheels of the rear axle to pivot a maximum of 2.3 degrees left or right. At low speeds, the rear axle steers opposed to the front axle for increased agility and dynamic handling. Conversely, at higher speeds the rear axle steers with the front axle for maximum directional stability.

The intelligent BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system ensures an equally dynamic and effortless transmission of power on to the road. A rear axle limited-slip differential lets the B8 Gran Coupe tap into its full dynamic capabilities, especially when cornering, as a traction-dependent torque distribution increases vehicle stability when entering the corner and enables a more agile vehicle behaviour when exiting the corner.

The B8 Gran Coupe is fitted with Alpina's iconic 20 spoke wheels in a 21-inch size, and the wheels are wrapped in Pirelli tyres in sizes 245/35ZR21 at the front and 285/30ZR21 in the rear. Brembo four-piston brake callipers up front and floating brake callipers in the rear bite onto 396mm and 398mm front discs and rear discs respectively, and have high thermodynamic stability, even under high loads

The B8 Gran Coupe is striking in appearance, with an elegant, flowing silhouette. The aerodynamically optimised Alpina exterior components endow the B8 Gran Coupe with exclusive aesthetics. The large air intakes on the Alpina front apron ensures the engine is supplied with sufficient air flow.

The rear apron with a black diffuser insert takes up the precise contours of the body, with the car's silhouette extended by a subtle rear spoiler lip. The Alpina Blue Metallic and Green Metallic paint finishes are exclusively reserved for Alpina models and add an elegant and exquisite touch also to the B8 Gran Coupe.

The interior epitomises the prestigious standard of luxury of the current BMW 8 Series model generation. The B8 Gran Coupe offers exceptional interior comfort and impresses with its combination of the finest craftsmanship and premium materials.

Elegant Alpina details, such as illuminated Alpina door sills or the iDrive controller in crystal glass with a laser-etched Alpina logo, as well as the standard Alpina interior trim in Walnut Anthracite high-gloss, set exclusive accents. Each Alpina steering wheel is intricately hand-finished with natural, untreated Lavalina leather - for an incomparable tactile experience on every journey.

The extensive standard equipment of the B8 Gran Coupe reflects the high Alpina standards of comfort. The standard equipment includes multi-functional seats, ventilated front seats, seat and steering wheel heating, BMW Individual extended Merino leather upholstery as well as a leather-covered instrument panel and an Anthracite Alcantara Headliner.

The panoramic glass sunroof contributes to a light and airy atmosphere in the interior, while the Harman Kardon surround sound system offers a first-class sound experience. And lighting a clear path through the darkness, the iconic Adaptive LED head lights with Laserlight offer super high intensity and substantially better performance than conventional light sources.