2019 BMW 6 Series

Though the 6 Series Gran Coupe is more than just a regular BMW car. The interior is superior and sportier than ever. The new 6 Series Gran Coupe is more driver focuses, guarantying ultimate comfort and ride quality. We loved the dial-controlled iDrive infotainment and amazing stereo sound system. BMW has also offered multiple options to the buyers who are open to customization as per their personal needs.

There are four trim levels on offer, namely, 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive. The 640i Gran Coupe variant comes powered by a 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine. All the trim levels are offered n all-wheel-drive configuration as well. Both the 650i and 650i xDrive come powered by a 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine. Feature-wise, the variants are similar. The only difference is the drivetrain setup.

Trims	640i	640i xDrive	650i	650i xDrive
MSRP	$81,500	$84,500	$93,100	$96,100
Key Features	Nine- speaker sound system with a CD player	Includes features of 640i Plus:	19-inch wheels	Includes features of 650i Plus:
	Suspension dampers	All Wheel Drive System	Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 (445 hp, 480 lb-ft)	All Wheel Drive System
	Adaptive LED headlights with automatic high beams		20-way power- adjustable seats
	LED fog lights		seat memory settings and adjustable side bolsters and thigh support
	Automatic wipers		upgraded leather upholstery
	Front and rear parking		16-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system
	sensors Rearview camera
	power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors
	tilt-only sunroof
	Dual-zone automatic climate control
	10-way power front seats (with heating and four-way lumbar adjustment)
	driver-seat memory settings
	Power tilt-and-telescoping
	steering wheel leather upholstery
	Auto-dimming rearview mirror Ambient lighting
	wireless charging pad and USB Port
	Wi-Fi hotspot
	Navigation system and Satellite radio
	iDrive infotainment system

We Recommend

The 640i Gran Coupe’s engine offers enough power and options to most drivers but we think that there’s a missing luxury touch in the trim. On the other hand, the 650i is offered with a V8 engine that propels 445 horses and 480 pound-feet of torque. So, our pick is the 650i for sure. We would have recommended the all-wheel-drive configured 650i xDrive only if there’s a need due to climatic conditions in your region.

“Plenty of oomph from the entry-level engine – and even more so from the two eight-cylinder options” - carbuzz

Engine and Transmission

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is offered in two engine options. The 640i comes powered with a turbocharged 3.0-liter Inline 6-cylinder engine that effectively produces 315 horsepower and 330 lb-feet of torque. The engine is paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Meanwhile, the BMW 650i comes with a powerful 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine that propels 445 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque.

Models	BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS 450 coupe	Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Premium Quattro sedan	Jaguar XF S sedan	Porsche Panamera sedan	Genesis G90 3.3T Premium sedan
MSRP	$71,295	$69,200	$68,995	$68,620	$86,300	$69,345
Engine	3.0L i6 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded	3.0L i6 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric	3.0L V6 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric	3.0L V6 Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded	3.0L V6 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded	3.3L V6 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded
Transmission	8 Speed Automatic	9 Speed Automatic	7 Speed manual	8 Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic	8 Speed Automatic
Horsepower	315 hp@ 5500pm	362 hp@ 5500rpm	335 hp@ 5500pm	380 hp@ 6500rpm	330 hp@ 5400rpm	365 hp@ 6000rpm
Torque	330 ft-lbs@ 1380rpm	369 ft-lbs@ 1600rpm	369 ft-lbs@ 1370rpm	332 ft-lbs@ 4500rpm	331 ft-lbs	376 ft-lbs@ 1300rpm

Acceleration

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe completes the zero to 60 mph mark in 5.1 seconds which is similar to the rivals. The 3-0-liter engine takes just 4.9 seconds to cover the same. It takes 13.4 seconds to cover the quarter mile.

 

Models	BMW 640i xDriveGran Coupe	Mercedes CLS 450 coupe	Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Premium Quattro sedan	Jaguar XF S sedan	Porsche Panamera sedan	Genesis G90 3.3T Premium sedan
0-60 MPH	5.1 sec	5.1 sec	5.2 sec	5.2 sec	5.4 sec	5.3 sec
Quarter mile	13.4 sec	13.6 sec	13.3 sec	13.6 sec	N/A	13.9 sec
Engine	3.0L i6 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded	3.0L i6 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric	3.0L V6 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric	3.0L V6 Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded	3.0L V6 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded	3.3L V6 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	7.7	8.4	7.1	7.6	N/A	N/A

Handling and Steering

The Gran Coupe comes installed with Integral Active Steering system that helps easy maneuver with additional rear-wheel active steering. At high speeds, the rear wheels tend to steer in the same direction as the front wheels, enhancing the overall stability of the car.

As a part of the Dynamic Handling Package, the Dynamic Damper Control helps you to get through rough pavements. Overall, the handling is smooth and comfortable.

Braking

The BMW 640i is equipped with powerful brakes that make it stop short and straight. It has got 13.7 inches disc in the front and 13.6 inches disc in the rear. It takes just 106 ft to stop from a speed of 60mph.

Model	BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS 450 coupe	Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Premium Quattro sedan	Jaguar XF S sedan	Porsche Panamera sedan	Genesis G90 3.3T Premium sedan
Brake Front (in.)	13.7	14.2	13.3	13.8	N/A	14.2
Brake Rear (in.)	13.6	14.2	13	12.8	N/A	13.4
Curb Weight (lbs.)	4464	4134	4332	3870	4001	4630
60-0 MPH (ft.)	106	117	160	181 (70-0)	N/A	N/A

The BMW 640i’s 6 cylinder turbocharged engine returns 20 mpg in city and 28 mpg on the highway. Also, the combined economy is 23 mpg. This is a decent fuel economy in the class.

Model	BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS 450 coupe	Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Premium Quattro sedan	Jaguar XF S sedan	Porsche Panamera sedan	Genesis G90 3.3T Premium sedan
MPG (city)	20	18	22	20	N/A	17
MPG (highway)	28	26	29	28	N/A	24
MPG (combined)	23	21	25	23	N/A	20
Range (miles) (city/highway)	360/504	N/A	N/A	390/546	N/A	372/526
Tank Capacity (gal)	18.0	21.1	19.3	19.5	23.7	21.9

“The 6 Series Gran Coupe offers all the interior quality and style of a BMW sedan, but it's compromised by the trendy, coupelike shell.” - Edmunds

Seating and Comfort

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is capable of accommodating five passengers with enough spacious cabin. The headroom and legroom are sufficient for the front passengers while the rear passengers may face difficulty in accommodation due to sloping roofline. The seats are 10-way power adjustable, offering better thigh and back support.

Model	BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS 450 coupe	Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Premium Quattro sedan	Jaguar XF S sedan	Porsche Panamera sedan	Genesis G90 3.3T Premium sedan
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5	4	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	39.4/60.0/41.1	36.9/57.8/41.9	37.0/57.2/41.3	37.5/56.9/41.5	N/A	41.1/59.1/46.3
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	38.5/57.1/40.4	35.9/56.5/35	37.1/55.9/37.0	38.2/56.4/36.6	N/A	38.0/57.9/37.8

Interior Features

There are plenty of features available inside the car. Chief among them are as follows:

• Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
• Heated Seats
• Power tilt and telescoping steering wheel
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Wireless charging pad
• Navigation system
• iDrive infotainment system

Infotainment System

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe has got the latest 6.0 iDrive Infotainment system. The infotainment system has a 10.2-inch screen display with an integrated touchpad on the controller. Some of the infotainment features are:

• Smartphone app integration
• Nine-speaker sound system
• USB port
• Satellite radio
• AUX
• Navigation
• BMW Connected Drive Services

Cargo volume

The BMW 6 Series Coupe offers generous cargo space of 31 cubic feet. One can easily manage their belongings with such space. In comparison to the rivals like Panamera and Mercedes CLS 45, the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe has a bigger trunk.

Model	BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS 450 coupe	Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Premium Quattro sedan	Jaguar XF S sedan	Porsche Panamera sedan	Genesis G90 3.3T Premium sedan
Cargo Volume (ft.3)	31.0	11.9	24.9	17.8	17.6	15.7

"Squat and planted, the 6-Series has tremendous presence even without any of the styling packs BMW will gladly charge buyers more to order. Along its sides, its flared fenders offer up a low beltline look that's exacerbated by a roofline that's snug regardless of body."- The Car Connection

Dimension and Weight

The 6 Series Gran Coupe looks stunning with an aggressive front fascia that makes it look a bit sporty. The Gran Coupe weighs 4464 pounds and measures 200.9 inches in length, 74.9 inches in width, and 60.6 inches in height. With a ground clearance of 5.4 inches, the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe has best of all to offer.

Model	BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS 450 coupe	Audi A7 3.0 TFSI Premium Quattro sedan	Jaguar XF S sedan	Porsche Panamera sedan	Genesis G90 3.3T Premium sedan
Curb weight (lbs.)	4464	4134	4332	3870	4001	4630
Length(in)	200.9	196.7	195.6	195.0	198.8	204.9
Width(in)	74.9	74.4	75.1	78.2	76.3	75.4
Height(in)	60.6	56.3	56.0	57.4	56.0	58.9
Ground clearance (in)	5.4	3.7	4.2	4.1	N/A	5.1
Wheelbase (in)	120.9	115.7	115.2	116.5	116.1	124.4
Track width (in) F/R	63.7/65	63.8/64.1	65/64.4	61.4/61.8	65.8/65	64.6/64.5

This vehicle is yet to be crash-tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Safety Features

• Driver and front passenger dual-stage airbags, front thorax side airbags, knee airbags, and Sideguard head curtain airbags
• Front passenger occupant detection
• Power central locking system with safety unlock feature if airbags deploy
• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and brake assist
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with secondary collision brake assist and traction control (ASR)
• Anti-theft alarm system with immobilizer
• Tire-pressure monitoring system
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) in rear seats
• Electromechanical parking brake
• Safety belt reminder for driver and front passenger

BMW 640i Gran Coupe VS Genesis G90 Premium

The Genesis G90 premium comes powered by a 3.3-liter twin turbo V6 engine that delivers 365 hp, which is far greater than what the 640i Gran Coupe delivers. Also, the G90 is priced below the $70K band whereas the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is a bit expensive. The 640i lacks the luxurious appeal in comparison to the Genesis G90.

BMW 640i Gran Coupe VS Porsche Panamera

The Porsche Panamera is almost similar to the BMW 6 Series in terms of power delivery and design ethics. The power output from the Panamera is slightly more than the 640i Gran Coupe. The Porsche Panamera is also great at handling and comfort. The only disadvantage with the Porsche Panamera is its seating capacity since it’s a 4-seater car and lacks cabin space.

BMW 640i Gran Coupe VS Mercedes-Benz CLS 450

The Mercedes Benz CLS 450 is offering higher power than the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe. Despite, having a powerful engine, the price of the CLS 450 is lower than the 640i Gran Coupe. In our choice, the Mercedes Benz CLS 450 would be an honest pick.

 

The 2019 BMW 6-Series Coupe carries a generation next design and comes with a heavy makeover when compared to the old 5-series models. The power-packed 650i trim is capable of delivering complete throttle. The carmaker has made justice with the interior, keeping the price in the mind. The car also offers great driver aids. However, if the price is your concern, you may have a look at cars like Mercedes Benz CLS 450 and Genesis G90.