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    Post The All-New 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.

    Woodcliff Lake, NJ – December 11, 2011 6:00 pm EST … Introducing the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe – a new 4-door, 4+1 seat addition to the 6 Series line that successfully combines the stunning proportions, design and driving dynamics of the 6 Series Coupe with interior room and amenities for up to five passengers. Harmonious proportions, precise lines and sleekly contoured surfaces give the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe the unique ability to satisfy the driver who wants a luxurious and sporty coupe yet needs a car capable of carrying four adults in comfort and luxury. The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe will be offered as three distinct models in the USA. The TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder powered 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe is the initial model and arrives early this summer. Later in the summer, the TwinPower Turbo V-8 powered 2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe and the all-wheel drive 2013 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe will join the range.

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    Post The All-New 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe

    Introducing the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe - a new 4-door, 4+1 seat addition to the 6 Series line that successfully combines the stunning proportions, design and driving dynamics of the 6 Series Coupe with interior room and amenities for up to five passengers.


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    Actually looks better than the two-door. Something about the front valence and the additional scalloping on the sides...

    Just wish they wouldn't call it a friggin' coupe.
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    I don't see why BMW is pushing that brown so hard. I mean it looks okay, but I think a dark metallic red would look better

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    Quote Originally Posted by BoldUlysses View Post
    Actually looks better than the two-door. Something about the front valence and the additional scalloping on the sides...

    Just wish they wouldn't call it a friggin' coupe.
    agreed. Looks great.

    Is it what we used to call a hardtop, like the CLS?

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    looks weird to see a 6 series with 4 doors but that being said, it looks great

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    That profile shot looks bad ass! Not a big fan of the 6 series but that one actually got it right.

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    Looks like it actually fits in between the 5 and 7 series like the numbers would suggest.
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    Meh, not really doing anything for me.

    But then again, i never liked any 6er


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    so its a 7 series....

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    4 plus 1, huh?


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    Quote Originally Posted by Dos XX
    4 plus 1, huh?
    Yeah I never go that either, especially since the center seat in unusable to anyone except a double amputee.

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    That looks really nice!
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    I think it's really good looking. I agree about calling it a coupe. Makes no sense to me, but lately it seems like a lot of that stuff is happening with cars. Silly marketing terms actually become attached to the product.

    Reminds me of that old (90's) movie, BRAIN CANDY - when the marketing guy comes up with a name for 'the drug' - GLEEMINEX.

    I also don't really dig the phrase TWIN POWER TURBO stamped into the engine cover. It's kind of silly looking... but I suppose if you've seen their ridiculous CGI animation of the introduction of those engines, it all makes sense:

    [ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLKH1k12Ayk[/ame]

    I mean, probably some executive's son 'graduated' from college with a degree in bad design & computer animation, and suddenly his ideas are attached to a generation of cars.

    I'm just grateful it doesn't say TWIN POWER TURBO along the side of the car on the bottom of the doors.

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    Post The new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.

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    Post 6 series Grand Coupe unveiled



    "BMW has officially unveiled the 6-Series Gran Coupe.
    Designed to battle the Mercedes CLS, the sedan measures 4.4 inches (111 mm) longer than the 6-Series Coupe. The exterior styling is instantly recognizable but highlights include xenon headlights and 18-inch alloy wheels.
    Inside, the cabin is luxuriously appointed with Dakota leather, heated front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control. There's also a "4+1" seating arrangement and a boot that holds 460 liters (16.2 cubic feet) of luggage. Options include ceramic accents, GPS navigation and a Bang & Olufsen audio system.
    Under the hood, three engines are available. The 640i has a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six with 320 PS (235 kW / 315 hp) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque. It enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and hit a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).
    The 650i uses a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 with 450 PS (330 kW / 443 hp) and 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque. This allows the car to run from 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, before topping out at 250 km/h (155 mph).
    Lastly, the 640d has a 3.0-liter diesel engine with 313 PS (230 kW / 309 hp) and 630 Nm (465 lb-ft) of torque. Despite having the least powerful engine in the lineup, the car offers respectable performance as the dash to 100 km/h takes 5.4 seconds and the top speed is 250 km/h (155 mph).
    Regardless of what engine is selected, it is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is optional on the 650i."






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    this is pretty awesome. I've been waiting years for BMW to finally make a luxury sedan.

    something like the 5 series or the 7 series, but they would just never do it...

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    Post The new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.

    The new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is the first four-door Coupe in the history of the brand. It combines exclusive elegance and an impressively dynamic driving experience. In this episode, the Vice President Brand Communication, Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, the exterior designer of the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé, Nader Faghihzadeh and the interior designer of the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé Christian Bauer, will show you the car in detail.

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    Beautiful! I also love the bronze color, looks great in the sunlight.

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    At any rate, this Gran Coupe looks a heck of alot better then the previous generation of 6 series with that sleepy headlights.

    I gather this will directly compete with the A7 and the CLS?

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    This new 6-series is my favorite new BMW. I wonder how sales for this will compare to the A7 and CLS .?.
    All three engine choices provide nice power and torque.
    I can imagine after BMW releasing this 4-door coupe, Lexus will build a 4-door coupe next.
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    This is the best looking 6 series they have made by a long shot.

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