{"id":132772,"date":"2019-07-22T14:55:28","date_gmt":"2019-07-22T18:55:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/\/?p=132772"},"modified":"2023-11-13T16:07:10","modified_gmt":"2023-11-13T21:07:10","slug":"2019-bmw-m850i-xdrive-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/2019-bmw-m850i-xdrive-review\/","title":{"rendered":"2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible Review: A New Breed of Luxury"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"lets-review-block__wrap lets-review-block__wrap-10 lr-cf lets-review-wrap-132772 lets-review--center lets-review-skin-1 lets-review-design-4 lets-review-ani-1 lets-review-score-type-1 lets-review-type-2 lets-review-score-type__bar\" data-design=\"4\" data-score-type=\"1\" data-skin=\"1\"><div class=\"lets-review-block lets-review-block__bg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1700\" height=\"1133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes.jpg 1700w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-623x415.jpg 623w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-525x350.jpg 525w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-1155x770.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-1400x933.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes-200x133.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1700px) 100vw, 1700px\"><\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block lets-review-block__main-title lr-vc lets-review-block__pad\"><div class=\"lets-review-block__title lr-font-h\" style=\"\">2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block lets-review-block__conclusion__wrap lets-review-block__pad\"><div class=\"lets-review-block__conclusion__title lets-review-block__title lr-font-h\" style=\"\">Overall Impression <\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block__conclusion\">Superb Performance.<br>Numerous safety features.<br>Lots of connectivity options.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block lets-review-block__proscons lets-review-block__pad\"><div class=\"lets-review-block__pros\"><div class=\"proscons__title lets-review-block__title lr-font-h\" style=\"\">Pros<\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block__procon lets-review-block__pro\">Engine Power <\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block__procon lets-review-block__pro\">Ride &amp; Handling <\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block__procon lets-review-block__pro\">Luxurious Interior <\/div><\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block__cons\"><div class=\"proscons__title lets-review-block__title lr-font-h\" style=\"\">Cons<\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block__procon lets-review-block__con\">Tiny Rear Seat <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block lets-review-block__final-score lets-review-block__final-score-type-1 lets-review-block__pad score-level-9\"><div class=\"score__wrap lr-all-c score__wrap__with__title\" style=\"background:#e91538; color: #fff\"><div class=\"score\">96<\/div><div class=\"score__title lr-font-h\">Excellent <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"http:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Organization\",\n\t\t\t\"name\": \"2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible\",\"image\": [\n\t\t\t\t\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327661_highRes.jpg\"\n\t\t\t],\"review\": {\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Review\",\n\t\t\t\t\"reviewRating\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Rating\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"worstRating\": \"0\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"ratingValue\": \"96\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"bestRating\": \"100\"\n\t\t\t\t},\n\t\t\t\t\"author\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Person\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Automoblog Staff\"\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}}<\/script><p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The BMW 8 Series is back and it\u2019s better than ever after a long hiatus from the 1990s. This luxury model gets plenty of performance, more power, and tons of new technology. This is a true driver\u2019s car that offers superior on-road dynamics without sacrificing comfort, unlike many performance cars. With a zero to 60 time of 3.8 seconds, and the ability to drop the top in 15 seconds, the BMW M850i xDrive Convertible will satisfy driving enthusiasts.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">This week, we&#8217;ve been driving the new BMW M850i xDrive Convertible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">BMW M850i xDrive Convertible: What\u2019s New For 2019?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The BMW M850i xDrive is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/2019-bmw-8-series-sonny-corleones-car-two-decades-later\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"17783\">entirely new for the 2019 model year<\/a>. It revives the 8 Series nameplate last seen in 1999. It comes in coupe and convertible body styles, depending on your preference.\u00a0BMW focused on the strategic use of steel, aluminum, and magnesium throughout the body and suspension to help reduce the big car&#8217;s weight. The\u00a0soft-top uses multiple layers of fabric to also reduce weight and keep unwanted road noise out.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">For extra style points, we recommend the optional M Carbon Exterior Package. It adds carbon fiber air intake bars, mirror caps, and a rear diffuser.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Features &amp; Options: The Laundry List\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible ($121,400) comes standard with 20-inch M wheels and adaptive LED\/laser headlights; power-folding heated mirrors, a power trunk lid, soft-close doors, and automatic wipers; front and rear parking sensors, a sport exhaust, selectable drive modes; and finally, all-wheel steering and an automated parking system. Our convertible tester gave us a standard wind deflector and the optional neck warmers. A heads-up display and a\u00a0360-degree camera were also standard.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Inside, there\u2019s dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview and driver&#8217;s-side mirror, and a virtual instrument panel; heated and power-adjustable front seats with memory functions and ambient lighting. Standard tech treatments include Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay, run through a 10.25-inch touchscreen that displays navigation and the surround-view camera. Also on the tech front: a Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless charging pad, and BMW Remote Services (emergency communications, remote controls, and concierge services).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Lastly, our\u00a0<span class=\"s1\">M850i tester came with the upgraded Bowers &amp; Wilkins premium sound system. Total MSRP including Destination: $131,395. By comparison, the 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible starts at $122,395.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_133125\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-133125\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327653_highRes.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-133125\" data-lasso-id=\"17784\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-133125 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327653_highRes-750x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-133125\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Related:<\/strong> An in-depth look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/2020-bmw-8-series-gran-coupe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"17785\">2020 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe<\/a>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Features &amp; Options: Safety &amp; Security\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The number of driver assistance and other advanced safety systems is nearly endless. Standard features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high beams. Our tester included the optional Driving Assistant Professional package. One highlight is the Active Cruise Control with Stop\u00a0&amp;\u00a0Go function, effective up to 130\u00a0mph. That same package also includes Lane Keeping Assistant with Active Side Collision Protection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Another top safety feature is the\u00a0rollover protection system, which initiates if the on-board\u00a0electronics sense impending danger. Two high-strength aluminum rollover bars (behind the rear headrests) extend via a pyrotechnic charge. BMW says this forms a &#8220;survival space&#8221; for occupants in the event of a rollover.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_133134\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-133134\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327647_highRes.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-133134\" data-lasso-id=\"17786\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-133134 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327647_highRes-750x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-133134\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Comfort Seating Package includes a remote start, ventilated front seats, heated front seat armrests, and a heated steering wheel.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Interior Highlights: Nice In Front, Cramped In Back\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">After opening the long doors, we had to stoop quite a bit to get in, but once seated, this performance car\u2019s interior will leave you feeling like you never want to leave.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">There is a long reach just to buckle up, but the heated and ventilated leather seats are as comfortable as it gets. They didn\u2019t leave us tired after a long commute to Denver from the mountains. The\u00a0seats come in Merino Individual leather with a luxurious accent stitching, and it&#8217;s hard to argue with how comfortable they are.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The front seats are 20-way-adjustable and the telescoping steering column offers plenty of travel for all drivers to find the perfect position.\u00a0Y<\/span><span class=\"s1\">ou will feel snug in the wrap-around cockpit without being confined, and there\u2019s plenty of lateral space for your arms. Top up or down, t<\/span><span class=\"s1\">his cabin is a pleasant place to spend time unless you are in the back seat.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">Rear-seat space is limited to just smaller cargo, or maybe an occasional ride for the kids. Just gaining access to the rear requires shimmying through a narrow passage and it\u2019s not an easy task.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">And after you get out, you could need a chiropractor for a back adjustment.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_133121\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-133121\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327636_highRes.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-133121\" data-lasso-id=\"17787\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-133121 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327636_highRes-750x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-133121\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible interior layout.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Interior Highlights: Plenty of Connectivity\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Unlike some luxury cars, the controls are fairly intuitive and easy-to-use, for younger generations that is.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">We tried the gesture controls for just the basic audio functions, but we aren\u2019t tech savvy enough to use them. We had trouble even adjusting the radio volume. Over time, you can get used to them, and they may even become your preferred way to adjust the all the controls. Nevertheless, with this new 8 Series, connectivity is key. In-vehicle apps include news, weather, and an online search feature. BMW&#8217;s Navigation Professional system provides a multimedia system with 20\u00a0GB of memory and two USB ports.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Related:<\/strong>\u00a010 convertibles that will make your summer more enjoyable.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">BMW M850i xDrive Convertible:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">Engine &amp; Fuel Mileage Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The 2019 BMW M850i xDrive features a turbocharged, 4.4-liter V8 producing a healthy 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft. of torque.\u00a0Two twin-scroll turbochargers with charge air cooling are positioned\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">within the &#8220;V&#8221; of the cylinder banks. For the return of the 8 Series, BMW gave the engine&#8217;s vital systems, like the camshaft timing and fuel injectors, a complete overhaul.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">The V8 comes mated to an eight-speed Steptronic Sport\u00a0automatic, sending power to all four wheels. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">EPA fuel mileage estimates come in at 17\/26 city\/highway and 20 combined mpg. The transmission and navigation system work together through something BMW calls &#8220;intelligent networking&#8221; to aid fuel economy. Punch in a destination and the transmission adjusts its shift points for the best fuel economy based on the planned route.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_133116\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-133116\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327625_highRes_the-new-bmw-8-series.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-133116\" data-lasso-id=\"17789\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-133116 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327625_highRes_the-new-bmw-8-series-750x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-133116\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The 2019 BMW M850i xDrive <span class=\"s1\">Convertible\u00a0<\/span>features a turbocharged, 4.4-liter V8 producing a healthy 523 horsepower.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Driving Dynamics: Off The Charts\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">At this price point we expected big things from this luxury performance car and we were not disappointed. We would even go farther and say the M850i exceeded our expectations after a week behind the wheel. We pushed a button on the console to lower the top, and drove up a curvy canyon road west of Denver one afternoon. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The M850i inspires confidence and it&#8217;s easy to drive in a manner worthy of its creator. From the commute down the mountain into Denver, to pushing the M850i hard to its upper limits around the curves, this performance car blows the top off the <em>fun-to-drive meter<\/em>. The V8\u2019s throaty performance exhaust note just begs you to push it harder. And we did.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Driving Dynamics: Impressive Performance\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">On our daily commute through the mountains around Evergreen, the M850i felt sure-footed with its all-wheel drive platform. We dropped the gearbox into Sport and Sport+ modes and pushed around the tighter corners. In these modes, the ride gets stiffer but t<\/span><span class=\"s1\">he Adaptive M\u00a0suspension with its electronically-controlled dampers makes quick work of the corners. Despite the\u00a0M850i Convertible being a bigger car, body roll was hardly noticeable.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">On the open highway we dialed it back to Comfort mode. The adaptive dampers soften to absorb bumps and ruts for a ride better than you&#8217;ll experience in most luxury sport coupes. BMW&#8217;s xDrive system being rear-biased is a strong selling point for us. On the open road and in situations where all-wheel drive is not necessary, the rear-drive bias makes the\u00a0M850i Convertible feel like a true driver&#8217;s car.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Shifts are smooth and quick in Comfort mode, and aggressive and strong in either of the Sport modes. In heavy city traffic, the performance rag top puts few demands on the driver. Also, we had more than a few people snapping their necks to look at this beautiful new 8 Series.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_133129\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-133129\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327621_highRes_the-new-bmw-8-series.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-133129\" data-lasso-id=\"17790\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-133129 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327621_highRes_the-new-bmw-8-series-750x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-133129\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">xDrive sends torque to the rear when all-wheel drive is not needed. This makes the 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible feel like a true driver&#8217;s car.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible gets high marks in almost every area, except for back seat comfort which is no surprise. However, you will have this beauty sitting in your four-car garage next to your luxury SUV, and you will use that when you need to haul the family anyway. Ride quality is excellent and it comes with all the high-tech equipment to keep you engaged on a long drive. In the end, though, you will want this luxury coupe for its superb overall performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Denis Flierl has invested over 25 years in the automotive industry in a variety of roles. All of his firsthand reviews are archived\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/test-drive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"17791\">on our test drives page<\/a>. Follow Denis on Twitter:\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CarReviewGuy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"17792\"><em>@CarReviewGuy<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible Gallery\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-132772 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-thumbnail'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327630_highRes.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327630_highRes-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/P90327656_highRes_the-new-bmw-8-series.jpg\"><img 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