The BMW M8 will not be entirely discontinued. While the current generation of the 8 Series, including the M8, is set to conclude production, a second-generation BMW M8 Gran Coupe is confirmed to begin production in July 2026.
Current Generation Production Timeline
The current production cycle for the BMW 8 Series, which encompasses the M8 models, is approaching its end. This includes all body styles such as the Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe.
- End of Production: The current-generation 8 Series models are scheduled to cease production over the 2025 and 2026 calendar years.
Future of the BMW M8: Second Generation
Despite the conclusion of the current generation, the high-performance M8 nameplate is set to continue, at least in one significant form.
- M8 Gran Coupe Continuation: A second-generation BMW M8 Gran Coupe is confirmed to enter production starting in July 2026. This new generation is expected to run until June 2033.
- Other Body Styles: While the M8 Gran Coupe's future is secure, information regarding the continuation of the M8 Coupe and M8 Convertible body styles beyond the current generation is not explicitly mentioned for the second-generation production plans. This suggests that only the Gran Coupe variant of the M8 is confirmed for the next iteration.
To clarify the production transition:
Model Series | Generation | Production Start | Production End | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
BMW 8 Series | Current | (Past) | 2025-2026 | Includes M8 Coupe, M8 Convertible, M8 Gran Coupe. |
BMW M8 Gran Coupe | Second Generation | July 2026 | June 2033 | Confirmed continuation of the high-performance Gran Coupe variant. |
BMW 8 Series | Second Generation | July 2026 | June 2033 | Includes 8 Series Cabriolet and Gran Coupe, per reports. |
In summary, while the current M8 models will phase out, the BMW M8 Gran Coupe will live on as part of a new generation.