The 2022 BMW X8 is proving to be the brand's most-luxurious and sophisticated model yet. BMW recently unwrapped its range-topping X8 at the LA motor show on 29 November 2021. Two versions of the X8 made their preview: a base X8 model and a powerful X8 M version. The 2022 BMW X8 serves as a sportier and luxurious version of the BMW X7 model.
The new BMW has new design cues, featuring a sharp nose and a slightly square-edged roofline that places it between the X7 and the coupe X6 version. Inside, the X8 pampers its occupants in high-quality leather. It comes with lots of tech and connectivity features, among many other complements.
The 2022 BMW X8 competes with the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid and comes at a starting price of $166,000.
What’s New On The 2022 BMW X8?
Design-wise, the BMW’s new X8 model doesn’t bear a resemblance to its closest siblings, mainly the X6. Unlike most initial assumptions, the BMW X8 gains a completely new look and identity. To set the new SUV apart from the rest of the established fleet, the BMW X8 has a sharp nose design. This results in a high-class front shape with a stunning and bold finish. Another unique amendment is the broader shoulder line. On the rear end, the BMW X8 gets a square-edged roofline, but lower than the one on the X7. This retains cabin and cargo space, unlike the fully slanted roofline styles on the X4 and X6 models.
The November 2021 preview proved it to be a fancier and more luxurious piece of machinery. From our viewpoint, the BMW X8 is certainly the perfect SUV for anyone who is on the hunt for an SUV on the high-end in terms of luxury, performance, and an attention-grabbing design.
Interior And Technology
At a glance, you’ll notice that the BMW X8 plans on indulging its occupants with more luxury than ever experienced on any other BMW crossover. Its seats will offer the best comfort and come padded in smooth leather for a more luxurious finish. The inside of the X8 is spacious, offering room for up to six occupants. Aside from luxury, BMW is going bigger and better when it comes to technology, and the interior of the new BMW X8 is a perfect illustration.
The BMW X8’s interior will feature a Live Cockpit Professional infotainment system, which brings together a 12.3-inch instrument cluster. The infotainment system offers standard features, including navigation and smartphone compatibility. On top of that, the X8 features a BMW Digital Key that allows you to lock and unlock the X8 using your phone.
The center stack comes with a 12.3-inch display. As typical of the BMW crossover culture, the 2022 BMW X8 will come with driver-focused controls. The SUV will likely inherit BMW’s latest intelligent Personal Assistant. This assistant makes phone calls, searches, and also responds to the prompt “Hey BMW”.
Engine And Performance
The new BMW X8 has the most robust and all-reigning motor selections, including petrol configurations and hybrid plug-ins. The standard engine on the 2022 BMW X8 is the 4.4-liter V8 petrol engine. This makes up to 200-hp and a total of 737 lb-ft of torque. Unlike its siblings, the BMW X8 also gets a plug-in hybrid element, which makes it a desirable addition to the market. Another newest feature of the BMW X8 is the inclusion of BMW’s remarkable platform.
According to the brand, the new X8 rides on the new Clar modular BMW (Cluster architecture) platform. It now shares this platform with the X7, along with a few wider mechanicals and internal systems. Among many other things, the newest platform will support both Rear-and all-wheel-drive systems. That said, the BMW X8 inhabits the switchable system of the M8 and M5 models. This allows the driver to change to a rear-wheel-drive when necessary.
It also supports hybrids applications. But unlike other hybrids in the market right now, the BMW X8 M is not expected to be a tree-embraced fuel-sipper. The X8 borrows the fifth-generation electric motor technology from the brand’s Pure iNext crossover. So, in terms of its performance, BMW only intends to deliver the best with the new X8. Since it features a plug-in hybrid component, the BMW X8 will dramatically reduce average emissions. You should expect a CO2 rating of under 100g/km as a courtesy of the plug-in hybrid factor.
Pricing Of The 2022 BMW X8
Prices of the 2022 BMW X8 will start at around $166,000, and the X8 M variant will clock in close to the $200,000 price point. The 2023 BMW X8 is already making headlines as a worthy successor of the newly-introduced 2022 version. Next year’s model is set to make its reveal late in 2022, with a final touchdown in 2023. It will take on the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, and the Land Rover Range Rover SV, among other luxury counterparts.