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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Base Price | $133,480–$159,749 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2022 BMW M8 is a coupe that earns a Carivo score of 7.6/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.8/10, while Value at 5.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.3/10 for reliability, this coupe trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 7.9/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 9.8/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining coupes to actually drive. On technology it rates 9.0/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $133,480–$159,749, 16 MPG, seating 4, the BMW M8 sits in the luxury tier of the coupe market. The value score of 5.7/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 4 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2022 BMW M8 will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on reliability and value if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good coupe should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2022 BMW M8 ranks #42 of 110 coupes in the Carivo database — better than 63% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $133,480 starting price is about 182% above the segment's median of $47,314.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Coupe ranking →
Across the M8 model years we've scored, the 2022 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.7/10 | $146,260 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.7/10 | $146,260 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.6/10 | $142,000 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.7/10 | $137,740 | Read review → |
| 2022 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $133,480 | |
| 2021 | 7.5/10 | $129,220 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.5/10 | $124,960 | Read review → |
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