New 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupé is powerful and comfortable



(March 26, 2021) BUCHLOE, Germany —  Following the success of the BMW Alpina B7 Sedan and XB7 Sports Activity Vehicle, Alpina is expanding its offering in the premium segment with the new BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupé. It combines the highest levels of performance, dynamics and comfort in a bold and beautiful design. The new Alpina B8 Gran Coupé is truly an exclusive automobile that appeals to all your senses.
 



The 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupé arrives in U.S. dealers in late spring and will have a starting price $140,895 including destination charge. 


The 4.4-liter V8 engine with bi-turbo charging produces  612  horsepower and  590 lb.-ft of toque starting at 2,000 rpm.   From a standing start, the BMW Alpina B8 accelerates to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and reaches ¼ mile in just 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed is 201 mph.
 
The engine’s power characteristics and superb throttle response are the result of optimized turbocharging and cooling systems, not to mention Alpina’s instantly recognizable throttle harmony.

Two twin-scroll turbochargers facilitate the near-instantaneous conversion of exhaust gas energy into boost pressure, even at low engine speeds for early maximum torque. 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 (air/water/air) with Alpina’s specific intercoolers with 50 percent more cooling surface than the units found in the BMW M850i xDrive Gran Coupe. The optimized cross section of the coolant feed enables maximum throughput.


The specially developed Alpina sport exhaust system is a stainless-steel wonder. Providing both visual and auditory delight, it is designed to reduce backpressure, and features the bold, natural sound of a powerful V8 engine. The driver can influence the sound by switching between COMFORT and SPORT mode, which controls the active exhaust flaps.
 


The BMW Alpina B8’s chassis and suspension set-up is harmoniously balanced, combining superior long-distance travel comfort with precise handling characteristics. The adaptive dampers provide for a wide range of driving experiences, ranging from COMFORT+ to SPORT+.
 


The B8 Gran Coupé’s appearance is distinguished by elegant lines that masterfully emphasize the vehicle’s flowing silhouette. The athletic character is further emphasized by the Alpina aerodynamic components. The Alpina CLASSIC 21-inch forged wheels with their minimalistic 20 spoke design are an unmistakable, exclusive Alpina identifier.
  
 


The interior epitomizes the prestigious standard of luxury of the current BMW 8 Series model generation: The Gran Coupé 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 lasered 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.
 
The extensive standard equipment of the BMW Alpina B8 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 standard panoramic glass sunroof contributes to a light and airy atmosphere in the interior. The standard Harman Kardon surround sound system offers a first-class sound experience.

The standard Icon Adaptive LED Headlights with Laserlight offer super high intensity and substantially better performance than conventional light sources, and their detailed technical design represents an innovation to relish. Leading BMW navigation, communication, infotainment and driver assistance systems are also included as standard in the BMW Alpina B8. The full-color digital instrument display offers two Alpina tachometer designs which change between COMFORT and SPORT mode.