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The 2026 BMW 840i presents an excellent initial reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints logged, suggesting a robust start.

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Model-year guides

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Specifications by model year

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 kmFuel-economy range
202621292411.28.119.8—
202521292411.28.119.8—
202421292411.28.119.8—
202321292411.28.119.8—
202220272311.768.7110.23—
202120272311.768.7110.23—
202021272311.28.7110.2323-25 mpg combined

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody styleCylindersDisplacementFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrainHorsepowerTorqueEngine configuration
2026sedan63.0PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive———
2025sedan63.0PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive———
2024coupe63.0PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive———
2023coupe63.0PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive———
2022chassis_cab63.0PremiumAutomaticAWD/All-Wheel Drive———
2021chassis_cab63.0PremiumAutomaticAll-Wheel Drive———
2020chassis_cab63.0PremiumAutomaticAll-Wheel Drive335 hp368 lb-ftInline-6

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available.

YearmsrppricingTrimNotecurrencyBase MSRPMSRP rangeConfidencenotesSourceestimatedAt
2026———————————
2025———————————
2024———————————
2023———————————
2022—Trim: xDrivexDrive————————
2021—Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player—HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player———————
2020currency: USD, Base MSRP: $87,900, MSRP range: $87,900 - $101,295, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Excludes destination fees., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/4/2026———USD$87,900$87,900 - $101,2950.9Excludes destination fees.llm_estimate6/4/2026

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearSeatsDoorsCargo (L)Cargo (cu ft)bodyAndInteriormechanicalKeyless ignitionGVWRSeat rowsSteering locationAxlesWheelsWheelbase
20264242014.8—————————
2025————Keyless ignition: StandardGVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)StandardClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)—————
2024————Keyless ignition: StandardGVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)StandardClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)—————
20234228310Keyless ignition: StandardGVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)StandardClass 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)—————
20224———Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)StandardClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)2————
20214———Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 119StandardClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)2Left-Hand Drive (LHD)24119
20205242014.8Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)StandardClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)2————

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

YearabsesctractionControltpmsadaptiveCruiseControlautoBrakeforwardCollisionWarningpedestrianAebblindSpotMonitoringblindSpotInterventionlaneDepartureWarninglaneCenteringAssistrearCamerarearCrossTrafficAlertrearAebadaptiveDrivingBeamautoReverseSystemparkAssist
2026standard—————————————————
2025standardstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandardoptionaloptionalstandardoptionalstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandard—
2024standardstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandardoptionaloptionalstandardoptionalstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandard—
2023standardstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardstandard—optional—standard—standardoptional—standardstandardoptional
2022standardstandardstandardstandardoptional—standard—optional—standard—standardoptional—standardstandard—
2021standardstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandardoptional—standardstandardstandardoptional—standardstandardoptional
2020standardstandardstandardstandard—standardstandard—————standard——standardstandard—

Technology & electrification

Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.

YearinfotainmentApple CarPlayAndroid Auto
2026———
2025———
2024———
2023———
2022———
2021———
2020Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: StandardStandardStandard

Model year reports

2026

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The 2026 BMW 840i presents an excellent initial reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints logged, suggesting a robust start.

2025

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The 2025 BMW 840i presents a compelling luxury coupe with a good public reliability score, but a recurring starter assembly recall warrants careful inspection.

2024

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The 2024 BMW 840i offers a compelling blend of performance and luxury, but used buyers must prioritize confirming the completion of a critical starter assembly recall.

2023

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The 2023 BMW 840i offers a compelling blend of luxury and performance, but used buyers should prioritize inspecting the electrical system, particularly the starter assembly, due to documented recalls.

2022

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The 2022 BMW 840i presents a good reliability profile, though a repeat recall for the starter motor warrants careful inspection and confirmation of repair completion before purchase.

2021

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The 2021 BMW 840i offers a compelling blend of performance and luxury, but buyers must be aware of critical safety recalls.

2020

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The 2020 BMW 840i offers potent performance and luxury, but buyers should prioritize inspecting the integrated brake system due to documented critical recalls.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the BMW 840i?

Carfocal currently has 7 published 840i reports, covering 2020 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 BMW 840i presents an excellent initial reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints logged, suggesting a robust start.

Published year coverage: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.

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Is the BMW 840i reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every BMW 840i. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 bmw 840i presents an excellent initial reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints logged, suggesting a robust start. and the 2026 bmw 840i, given its excellent initial reliability record and strong performance metrics, should hold its value well. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

7 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the BMW 840i?

Across Carfocal's published 840i guides, recurring problem areas include Starter Assembly, Brake Pads and Rotors, and Ignition Coils. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.

Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Starter Assembly, Brake Pads and Rotors, and Ignition Coils.

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