Monday 18 / November / 2024
Muscat: Al Jeneibi International Automobiles, the official importer of BMW Group motor cars in Oman, has launched the new BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe.
With its formidable body styling, impressive powertrain and state-of-the-art chassis technology designed for supreme dynamic ability, the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe delivers a brand of sporting flair that is totally unique in the global luxury sedan market.
Combining thrilling performance and a design that exudes dynamism and elegance while allowing increased space for rear passengers, the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe has a style and character that is sure to be hit with fans of prestige sports cars across Oman.
Launched in September this year, the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe is the only model in its segment that is derived directly from a two-door sports car. The result is a motor car that strikes a balance between sports performance and ride comfort.
This means passengers and driver in the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe enjoy a thrilling ride experience coupled with everyday practicality and excellent mile-covering ability. The car’s practicality extends to its impressive luggage-carrying ability and the 40:20:40 split/folding option of the rear backrest. The boot has a capacity of 440 liters, making it big enough to accommodate three golf bags.
Interior luxury and a true sports car feel are delivered via the multifunction seats, fitted as standard in the BMW M850i xDrive Gran Coupe, which come in Merino leather trim with extended appointments.
The exceptional power delivery of the 4.4-litre V8 engine in the BMW M850i xDrive Gran Coupe is amplified by the M Sport exhaust system as the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. A thrilling instant response and unmistakable appetite for revs are the signature of the new six-cylinder in-line petrol engine that is fitted in the BMW 840i Gran Coupe and BMW 840i xDrive Gran Coupe models.
Cutting-edge driver assistance systems take the comfort and safety of the new BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe to another level. Standard specification includes the Head-Up Display, the Driving Assistant, Collision and Pedestrian Warning with City Braking function, Lane Departure Warning and Lane Change Warning, Speed Limit Info, rear crossing traffic warning and rear collision warning.
The BMW Live Cockpit Professional system comes also comes as standard. Comprised of a navigation and multimedia system, it features a fully digital, high-resolution instrument cluster behind the steering wheel along with a central Control Display screen.
Johnny Oommen, CEO of AJIA, said: “The new BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe is on course to be a future classic thanks to the fantastic combination of state-of-the-art design, incredible power, ultimate comfort and supreme driving performance. The BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe’s introduction to Oman will spark the imaginations of every prestige sports car lover.”
