|
|
| Press Release |
|
|
The All-New 2013 BMW 6 Series
Gran Coupe.
An exciting new addition to the 6 Series Line.
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – December 10, 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.
Sporting a length of 197 inches (5,007 mm) and wheelbase
of 116.8 inches (2,968 mm), the Gran Coupe is 4.4 inches
(111 mm) longer than its 2-door coupe sibling. A
significant part of this extra length has been used to
enhance seating comfort for the rear passengers. The BMW
6 Series Gran Coupe is also 74.6 inches (1,894 mm) wide
and stands 54.8 inches (1,392 mm) in height. For
comparison purposes, the Gran Coupe is 4.0 inches
(102mm) longer, 1.3 inches (34mm) wider and 2.8 inches
(72mm) lower than the BMW 550i.
The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, in keeping with the
tradition of the 6 Series Coupe, offers a unique
combination of top-class sporting dynamics, stunning
design, luxurious touring comfort and a 16.24 cu. ft
(460-liter) DIN luggage compartment – now for four
passengers. The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe's signature
driving experience is complimented by a range of
innovative driver assistance systems and BMW
ConnectedDrive infotainment features. The new car
therefore meets the highest expectations of driving
pleasure and style in a large, premium 4-seat sports
coupe.
Its unmistakable design language gives the new BMW 6
Series Gran Coupe an aura of athletic elegance. The long
powerfully contoured hood, short front overhang and
set-back passenger compartment team up with a 4.4 inch
(111 mm) increase in body length over the 6 Series Coupe
and a 4.5 inch (113 mm) longer wheelbase present a fresh
take on the hallmark proportions of a BMW automobile.
The Gran Coupe's distinctive profile is dominated by its
four-door, elegantly stretched roof line which flows
smoothly into the rear end, is a similarly eye-catching
and distinctive feature of the new model's silhouette.
The innovations in the new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe also
extend to lighting technology, in the shape of optional
Adaptive LED Headlights. Their bright white light
provides an extremely intense and evenly spread
illumination of the road. This technology is
unparalleled in the segment and also allows the beam of
the headlights to follow the curves of the road.
Other features that set the new car apart from its
rivals are the BMW ConnectedDrive driver assistance
systems and mobility services. The rear-view camera,
Surround View, Parking Assistant, BMW Night Vision with
pedestrian recognition, Lane Departure Warning System
and Active Blind Spot Detection are joined on the list
of available equipment items by the new generation of
the BMW Head-Up-Display. The latest incarnation of the
system uses a full spectrum of colors to display the
information projected onto the windshield. The standard
BMW iDrive control system is the operating portal for
the navigation, communications and infotainment
functions. The high definition, trans-reflective
technology Control Display is centrally mounted high on
the sweeping dash and emulates a freestanding
flatscreen. Finally, the optional Bang & Olufsen
High-End Surround Sound System provides a feast of aural
pleasure seldom experienced inside a car.
The BMW 640i Gran Coupe arrives in US BMW Centers early
this summer and will be followed by the 650i Gran Coupe
and 650i xDrive Gran Coupe in late summer. Retail and
option pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale
date.
Upgraded TwinPower Turbo 6-Cylinder powers the
640i Gran Coupe.
The inline 6-cylinder engine (N55HP) in the new BMW 640i
Gran Coupe will impress performance-minded drivers with
its effortless power, exceptionally fast-revving
temperament, outstanding refinement and exceptional fuel
efficiency. The N55 has been setting standards from the
start, as the pioneer of a new generation of engines in
which BMW TwinPower Turbo technology with High Precision
Direct Injection and VALVETRONIC variable valve timing
plus a twin scroll turbo made its debut.
Thanks to intensive fine-tuning of the engine, BMW's
engineers have managed to extract additional performance
from the engine while maintaining its exceptional fuel
efficiency. With a maximum power rating of 225 kW/315 hp
at 5,800 to 6,000 rpm, the 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine
reflects the sporty personality of the BMW 640i Gran
Coupe and helps this automobile deliver brilliant
performance. The high peak torque of 330 lb-ft, on
stream between 1,300 and 4,500 rpm, ensures that the
power is effortlessly and instantly delivered.
As a result, the 640i Gran Coupe can show off its
prowess with a 0 to 62 mph (0-100km/h) sprint time of
just 5.4 seconds. Top speed is electronically governed
at 155 mph (250 km/h). All this extra performance comes
with exceptional fuel economy and low emission figures.
Fuel consumption in the EU test cycle is rated at 7.8
l/100km (30.1 mpg). EPA fuel economy ratings will be
available closer to the on-sale date in the USA.
BMW's widely lauded TwinPower Turbo V-8 engine
is updated with more performance and more efficiency in
the 650i Gran Coupe.
The 4.4-liter V-8 engine (N63) that powers the current
650i models receives an upgrade for the new 650i Gran
Coupe. The unique "reverse-flow" engine, whose two
turbochargers are positioned in the V-area between the
cylinder banks is well known for producing an
instantaneous and sustained wave of power, making it a
delight for the enthusiast driver. This new version of
the engine adds BMW's VALVETRONIC variable valve timing
to the list of specifications. As a result, the new
version of the engine (N63Tü) develops a maximum 445 hp
between 5,500 and 6,000 rpm (a 45 hp increase), and
makes peak torque of 480 lb-ft between 2,000 and 4,500
rpm (a 30 lbs-ft increase).
The new BMW 650i Gran Coupe completes the sprint from 0
to 62 mph (0 to 100km/h) in 4.6 seconds. Top speed is
electronically limited to 155 mph. This engine also
boasts extraordinary efficiency for a model in its
output class. Its average fuel consumption lies between
8.6 and 8.8 l/100km (26.7-27.3 mpg), (provisional
figures according to EU test cycle depending on tire
options). EPA fuel economy ratings will be available
closer to the on-sale date in summer 2012.
When the V8 is combined with the xDrive intelligent
all-wheel-drive system, its power is converted into even
more intense and dynamic acceleration. The
electronically controlled power split between the front
and rear wheels optimizes not only traction and
stability, whatever the weather and road surface
conditions may be, but also the agility of the Gran
Coupe 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, whose sprint time from 0
to 100 km/h (62 mph) is just 4.5 seconds.
8-speed Sport Automatic Transmission.
The 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission in the new BMW
6 Series Gran Coupe boasts a perfect combination of
speed, flexibility, sportiness, and efficiency. What
sets it apart are its minimal torque converter slip and
rapid gear changes. An innovative gear set configuration
allows this transmission to offer eight gears,
maximizing acceleration at any road speed, yet allowing
the driver to conserve fuel by cruising at low revs.
Befitting the Gran Coupe's sporting character, the
driver can choose to select gears manually via shift
paddles on the standard Sport leather steering wheel.
In addition to the efficiency of the engine and 8-speed
Sport Automatic transmission, an extensive range of BMW
EfficientDynamics measures contribute to reducing fuel
consumption and emissions. Brake Energy Regeneration,
engine Auto Start-Stop, on-demand operation of ancillary
components, intelligent lightweight construction and
extensive aerodynamic refinement collaborate to ensure
maximum efficiency.
Chassis Management and optional Integral Active
Steering.
Cutting-edge chassis technology gives the new BMW 6
Series Gran Coupe the tools to provide both sporty
handling and exceptional comfort. The double wishbone
front axle and the multi-link rear axle are made
predominantly from aluminum. The chassis is geared to
the requirements of drivers with sporting intentions,
although the dampers also respond sensitively to bumps
in the road surface under high lateral acceleration. The
optional Active Roll Stabilization combines with the
standard Dynamic Damper Control to offer the driver even
more precise responses and perfectly flat cornering
ability. The electronically controlled shock absorbers
adapt to the road surface and the driver's style to
perfectly control the car's body motions.
The electronically controlled damper system in the new
BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe adjusts compression and rebound
settings continuously and independently. For example, a
stiff chassis setting can be combined with comfortable
responses to unevenness in the road surface. The control
unit of the damping system processes the data supplied
by sensors on the vertical motion of the wheels as well
as the ride height of the car. The driving speed and the
damper setting chosen by the driver are also taken into
account in calculating the damping force required for
each individual wheel to even out body movements. This
data is fed back to the shock-absorber units at
intervals of just 2.5 milliseconds.
The optional Active Roll Stabilization feature reduces
body roll in corners and in sudden changes of direction,
or transitions. Sensors calculate the amount of body
roll based on the driving situation at hand, and this is
then counteracted quickly and precisely by hydraulic
rotary actuators in the front and rear anti-roll bars.
The result is flatter cornering inspiring greater
confidence for the driver as well as greater comfort for
the passengers during spirited drives. The power
steering features standard Servotronic vehicle-speed
sensitive assistance, and serves up the familiar BMW
recipe of precision, comfort and linear response.
The Gran Coupe is also available with Integral Active
Steering. This system (also available on the 6 Series
Coupe and Convertible) combines the Active Steering
system for the front axle with a steerable rear axle.
Precisely harmonized steering angle movements at both
axles create a virtual lengthening or shortening of the
vehicle's wheelbase, which fosters both greater
high-speed stability and enhanced maneuverability for
parking and city use.
Brakes, Wheels, and Tires.
The lightweight floating-caliper brakes feature vented
discs and Dynamic Stability Control. DSC brings together
technology such as the Anti-lock Braking System, Dynamic
Traction Control, Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Brake
Control, the Start-off Assistant, the automatic Brake
Drying function and Brake Fade Compensation. Standard
equipment also includes 8.0 x18-inch light-alloy wheels,
with all-season runflat tires (size 245/45 R18) and a
tire pressure monitoring system.
Driving Dynamics Control with ECO PRO mode:
Extra-sporty to the most fuel-efficient driving modes –
at the press of a button.
The new 6 Series Gran Coupe offers impressive driving
dynamics combined with new standards of comfort in the
premium segment. This is a result of superbly tuned
suspension which achieves an astonishing balance between
dynamics and comfort. On top of this, drivers are also
able to vary the overall character of the car depending
on the driving situation or to suit their personal
preferences. As well as sportier or more comfortable
drive settings, they can also opt for extra fuel
efficiency. The different modes are selected using the
new Driving Dynamics Control function including ECO PRO
mode, which is standard on all 6 Series models. The
driver can choose settings of COMFORT+, COMFORT, SPORT,
SPORT+ and ECO PRO modes using the large rocker switch
on the center console. Affected parameters include the
tuning of the throttle response, power steering boost
assistance, shock absorbers, automatic transmission
shift characteristics and – if equipped - roll
stabilization and Integral Active Steering. In SPORT+
mode, the Dynamic Traction Control mode of the standard
Dynamic Stability Control system is activated, raising
the thresholds for stability intervention in the most
sport-oriented driving circumstances.
The new ECO PRO mode, meanwhile, supports an
extra-efficient and economy-conscious driving style. It
does this by changing the accelerator mapping so that
the same pedal travel delivers less power than in the
standard mode. Also in this mode, the automatic
transmission control strategy is modified so as to
upshift sooner and to delay downshifts, while
intelligent energy and climate management reduces the
mechanical power consumption and also the consumption of
electrical systems such as heated mirrors and seats. But
the biggest potential for improving fuel economy comes
from the driver's own personal driving habits. Special
displays in the instrument cluster let the driver know
by how much the driving range is being extended, show
fuel consumption history, or, with reference to the
specific driving situation, provide tips and incentives
on how to develop a more economy-conscious driving
style. ECO PRO mode allows average fuel consumption to
be reduced by up to 20%, with a corresponding increase
in driving range.
Design: Athletic elegance, natural sportiness.
The new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe again heralds the
arrival of an exceptionally sporty and exclusive
4-seater in the premium coupe segment. The new model's
extra length and width over its 2 door model combine
with its low height (2.8 inches lower than a 5 Series)
to produce a strikingly low-set and powerful design.
This new interpretation of the traditional BMW Coupe
proportions is embellished by lines and surfaces
inspired by the movement of waves. Flowing lines and
harmonious curves create a feeling of athletic grace
which underline the opulent character and elegant
appearance of the four-door BMW.
The expressive front end is dominated by the large and
slightly forward-slanting BMW kidney grille. The grille
emphasizes the car's sporting pedigree with a broad,
flat design, and creates a visual connection with the
engine nestling behind. The kidney grille slats, angled
slightly towards the top, lend additional emphasis to
the front end's "shark nose" character. The contour
lines of the hood converge towards the kidney grille,
forming a V-shape which is continued by the contours of
the headlights, kidney and wide air intake to give a
road-focused look.
Powerfully flared wheel arches and the LED foglamps,
placed well to the outside, accentuate the width of the
front end. The lower air intake is split into three
sections by model-specific L-shaped electroplated bars,
which pick up the contours of the hood lines and BMW
kidney grille to add extra intensity to the road-focused
stance of the front end.
High-visibility innovation: Adaptive LED
Headlights.
The new Gran Coupe is equipped with Adaptive Xenon
headlights as standard. An accentuating trim element
cuts across the top of the hallmark BMW twin round
headlights to produce the purposeful look familiar from
other BMW models. The optional Adaptive LED Headlights
provide a fresh take on this established feature. The
Adaptive LED Headlights for low beam and high beam
contain LED light rings for the parking lights and
daytime running lights, which are flattened on the lower
edge and overlapped at their top edge by an accent light
– also featuring LEDs. The result is a stunning,
distinctively BMW showcase for the innovative light
technology. In addition, they also generate the low beam
and high beam light from the two light rings. The light
sources are horizontal LED ribs positioned in the center
of the light rings. The brand's hallmark twin round
headlight look is therefore expressed even more
strikingly - not only with the daytime running lights
switched on, but also when the headlights are activated
in the dark.
However, the Adaptive LED Headlights are about more than
just looking good; they also ensure the driver has
optimum visibility. Their bright white light provides a
bright and even illumination of the road ahead. From a
color perspective, the light comes much closer to
natural daylight than that created by conventional
halogen or xenon headlights, lending even reflective
objects far greater contrast. The cornering element of
the Adaptive LED Headlights is also tailored to the
car's speed, steering angle and yaw rate, allowing the
pivot of the headlights to adapt automatically to the
line of the corner. Meanwhile, a light source positioned
specially in the headlight housing generates the
cornering light which, at low speeds, ensures
illumination of the road surface in the direction the
car is turning. LED technology is also deployed for the
turn signal indicators, each of which consists of eight
LED units arranged in a row underneath the light rings.
As well as enhancing visibility in the dark, the
Adaptive LED Headlights also significantly improve the
signaling effect of the car's lights.
Side view: Elegant roofline, powerfully curved
surfaces.
With its long, powerfully contoured hood, set-back
passenger compartment, long wheelbase and short
overhangs, the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe presents a fresh
take on the hallmark BMW proportions. The Gran Coupe's
distinctive appearance is dominated by its four-door
layout, longer wheelbase than other BMW 6 Series models
and likewise longer passenger compartment. The low,
elegantly stretched roof line, which flows smoothly into
the rear end, is a similarly eye-catching and
distinctive feature of the new model's silhouette.
The combination of sportiness, style and luxury is
particularly clear when viewed from the side. Longer
side window surfaces than those found on the two-door
BMW 6 Series models hint at the extra space available in
the rear compartment. Side windows extending far back
into the C-pillar give the passenger compartment the
low-slung, stretched look typical of Coupes. The more
generous greenhouse also allow light to flood the
interior, further enhancing the feeling of space inside
and all-round visibility for the rear passengers.
High-quality Chrome Line Exterior surrounds for the side
windows complement the coupe style window line. The
hallmark BMW Hofmeister kink at the transition to the
C-pillar is given an extra touch of style in the form of
etched "Gran Coupe" model lettering set against a sporty
texture in the rear section of the side window.
Powerfully flowing surfaces – which open out as they
extend back from the front end and stretch over the full
length of the body before feeding into the muscular rear
end – give the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe a naturally
sporty look. The character line streaming out from the
gill on the front wheel arch takes in the door handle
and runs the full length of the car, emphasizing the
athletic elegance of its side view. Around the rear
wheels, the surfaces below the character line push
outwards, enhancing the impression of a powerful car
with a strong, assured stance on the road. Plus, the
light surfaces generated above the rear wheel arches
draw further attention to the wide track and the power
being channelled through the rear wheels.
Another character line, emerging from the curvature of
the front wheel arch, drops down between the gill
feature and the door, before levelling out and extending
horizontally to the rear. The unbroken shadow surface
above the side sill emphasises the car's muscular stance
from the side.
The rear-end design: horizontal lines and clean
surfaces.
Clearly structured surfaces and horizontal lines add
further presence to the car's powerful rear end, which
acts as a pointer to the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe's
impressive roadholding and the sporting nature of the
vehicle concept as a whole. The lines of the rear end
become noticeably broader as they blend into the wheel
arches bulge. All of which gives the rear view an
extremely low visual center of gravity. The
conspicuously flared wheel arches spotlight the car's
wide track and underline the horizontally structured
character of the rear. The trunk lid and rear fascia
both have flatter surfacing than their counterparts on
the other BMW 6 Series models. The more clearly sculpted
sill emphasises the overall volume of the rear end and
brings striking details such as the rear lights and
exhaust tailpipes more clearly into view.
The two-part, L-shaped rear lights share the contours of
the car's BMW 6 Series siblings and each use a pair of
LED light strips to generate the distinctive night-time
look of a BMW. The third brake light is integrated into
the roof and stretches the full length of the rear
window.
Interior with BMW's traditional driver-oriented
cockpit.
The interior of the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe reveals the
driver-focused cockpit design typical of the brand and a
luxurious ambience for all those on board. The central
section of the instrument panel is angled slightly
towards the driver and the gear selector for the
automatic gearbox, the Driving Experience Control switch
and the activation button for the parking brake are all
positioned on the surface of the center console which
opens out towards the driver.
The standard Navigation System Professional and
iDrive operating system come with 10.2-inch high
definition display bordered by a galvanised chrome
surround.
Long horizontal lines extending all the way through the
interior of the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe create a visual
link with the second row of seats, emphasising the size
of the interior. The elegant lines of the door trim,
familiar from the other BMW 6 Series models, continue
into the rear compartment, incorporating the B-pillar as
a design element along the way. The sweeping design of
the door panels flows harmoniously from the front doors
via the B-pillars to the rear doors. The center console
also stretches through to the rear. Precise contours
help to create an intriguing contrast with the
interior's soft, curvaceous surfaces, producing a
vibrant and dynamic collage of forms.
The waistline surfaces of the doors form a subtly
dynamic wedge shape, which extends into the luggage
compartment cover. The dynamic character of the door
surface design generates a feeling of depth which
envelops the passengers in their seats, while the
interplay of convex and concave surfaces evokes a sense
of exclusive security.
Sporting Character and generous rear space.
The interior of the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe offers a
driving experience defined by sportiness and luxury, and
enhanced by a specially generated ambience. The line of
the roof pillars reproduces the car's arching roof form
inside the car. In the rear compartment, the enveloping
interior typical of a Coupe and comfortable seats offer
excellent lateral support combined with generous freedom
of movement and good visibility out of the car.
Its interior offers individually tailored seats for the
driver, front passenger and rear passengers.
High-quality materials, carefully coordinated colors and
meticulously sculpted surfaces combine to produce an
ambience defined by luxury, sweeping style and Teutonic
functionality. A hallmark BMW element of the interior
design is the driver-oriented cockpit layout. The
central section of the instrument panel, containing the
iDrive system's Central Display, the air vents and the
controls for the audio system and air conditioning, are
all angled slightly towards the driver. Added to which,
the gearshift lever and the switches for the parking
brake and Driving Dynamics Control are located on a
surface that opens out towards the driver and is set
lower than the front passenger side of the center
console.
The front passenger area is bordered by a surface
curving elegantly from the armrest over the side edge of
the center console, upwards and outwards into the
instrument panel and then horizontally into the door
trim. This provides a harmonious surround for the front
passenger area, creating a feeling of exclusive
security. The contour of the rear waistline surface,
which extends slightly into the interior between the
head restraints, highlights the individual seat layout
of the rear.
The black-panel instrument cluster of the Gran Coupe
combines the traditional sports car circular instruments
with state-of-the-art display technology. The Navigation
system, telephone and entertainment functions are
operated using the iDrive control system, whose Central
Display boasts an innovative design. The on-board
monitor takes the form of a freestanding display with a
flatscreen look. The high definition display measures
10.2 inches across and features a high-quality
galvanized chrome surround. The shallow depth of the
display gives it a modern character. Trans-reflective
technology ensures the display remains easy-to-read in
bright sunlight. The new arrangement of the Central
Display – which now reaches further into the passenger
compartment –influences the architecture of the
instrument panel, which rises steeply in front of the
driver and front passenger. This impression is further
enhanced by the structure of the door trim panels. Their
surfaces have a powerfully taut look and, like the black
waistline surface, pull in and rise up to create a
smooth transition into the instrument panel, giving the
interior the effect of wrapping around the driver and
front passenger.
The optional Luxury Seating Package adds ventilated
multi-contour, active seats, sunshades on both the rear
side and rear windows and a four zone climate control
system with additional controls located between the rear
seats. While the Gran Coupe is primarily designed as a
four seater, a fifth person can be accommodated in the
rear compartment.
The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe can be ordered in a choice
of nine metallic exterior paint shades and three
non-metallic colors. Other exclusive paint finishes are
available as part of the BMW Individual range and in
conjunction with the M Sport package. The colors and
materials available for the interior, meanwhile, have
been selected to enhance the feeling of elegant
sportiness and luxury, and can be tailored to the
customer's personal style. The standard Dakota leather
can be ordered in a choice of three colors, the optional
Exclusive Nappa leather is available in four different
shades and extended Merino leather is available in five
varieties (in combination with the Individual
Composition or M Sport Packages). The instrument panel,
door trim and center console are also finished in Nappa
leather with contrasting stitching when the Nappa
Leather option is selected. Customers can also choose
from four interior trim variants and optional ceramic
applications for the gear selector, iDrive Controller
and other controls. Additional exclusive trims are
available as part of the BMW Individual range and in
conjunction with the M Sport package.
M Sport package and BMW Individual range
available from launch.
An M Sport package developed specially for the BMW 6
Series Gran Coupe is available from the launch of the
new car. Among the features included are an M
aerodynamics package with uniquely designed front
fascia, side skirts and rear fascia. The M Sport package
also includes exhaust tips in black chrome,
black-painted brake callipers, LED foglamps, a sports
exhaust system for the BMW 650i Gran Coupe and 19-inch
light-alloy wheels in M double-spoke design. 20-inch
light-alloy wheels in M double-spoke design are also
available as a package upgrade. Customers ordering the M
Sport package may also opt for the M paint finishes
Carbon Black metallic and Imola Red non-metallic.
The sporting theme continues inside the car in the form
of special M Alcantara/leather sports seats with blue
contrast stitching, an M leather steering wheel with
multifunction buttons and gearshift paddles, and
aluminium hexagon interior trim. Plus, the M Sport
package adds door sill finishers sporting the M logo and
an M driver's footrest to the mix.
Also available from launch is the BMW Individual range
of products, which allows customers to tailor the
exterior and interior of their BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe
precisely and exclusively to their personal style. The
four BMW Individual paint shades are joined in the range
by BMW Individual special paint finishes and a selection
of matt paint finishes. For example, the BMW Individual
matt finish Frozen Bronze metallic is available
exclusively for the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe. BMW
Individual light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design can be
specified in 19 and 20-inch format. Those looking to
give the interior of their car a particularly exclusive
aura, meanwhile, may like to add BMW Individual
fine-grain Merino full leather trim, an Alcantara BMW
Individual roof liner, BMW Individual interior strips
and the BMW Individual wood inlay for the steering
wheel.
One of the highlights of the BMW Individual range of
interior options is the Opal White full-leather trim
specially developed for the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe,
combined with the interior color Amaro Brown. Here, the
leather-covered instrument panel and Alcantara BMW
Individual roof liner are also presented in Amaro Brown.
The selection of materials, combinations of colors and a
quality of workmanship showcase the exclusive character
of the BMW Individual range. White contrast stitching
for the instrument panel, armrest and door trim match
the Opal White seats and door panels, while Amaro Brown
seat stitching and piping complements the effect on the
seats and door panels. In addition, BMW Individual Ash
Grain White fine wood trim adds a particularly
high-quality touch to the interior and fits in
seamlessly with the overall color concept.
All the items in the BMW Individual range can also be
ordered as individual options. And the BMW 6 Series Gran
Coupe is also available with a BMW Individual
composition of products in a perfectly judged
combination of colors and materials.
New lightweight technology, comprehensive safety
equipment.
The new BMW Gran Coupe is fitted with newly developed
lightweight seats with an integrated seatbelt system and
standard 20-way multi-contour adjustability and
adjustable lumbar support. Optionally, the Luxury
Seating Package adds front multi-Contour ventilated
seats and active fatigue reduction feature. All seat
variants come with crash-activated anti-whiplash head
restraints.
The range of standard safety equipment also includes
front airbags, head-thorax side airbags integrated into
the seat frame, three-point automatic belts for all
seats, belt force limiters and front belt pre-tensioners
and ISOFIX child seat mounts in the rear.
Carefully researched advances in materials and
development of the car's load-bearing structure have
significantly enhanced the body's construction in terms
of the agility and safety it offers. In the interests of
perfect balance, the doors, hood and front spring mounts
are all aluminum, while the front fenders and trunklid
are made from reinforced composite.
Cutting-edge features from BMW ConnectedDrive.
The new BMW 650i Coupe is available with a great variety
of driver assistance systems and mobility services from
BMW ConnectedDrive. The comprehensive Driver Assistance
Package includes Lane Departure Warning, Active Blind
Spot Detection, Rear and Top View cameras, Parking
Assistant, and the new three-dimensional, full-color
Head-Up Display that premiered in the 6 Series
Convertible last year. Also available are BMW's Night
Vision with Pedestrian Detection and Active Cruise
Control with stop-and-go capability.
HiFi stereo system.
The standard HiFi audio system in the new Gran Coupe
comes with an HD Radio receiver, MP3-compatible CD
drive, AUX-IN connection, and a HiFi loudspeaker system
with nine speakers. The available Premium Sound Package
adds SiriusXM satellite radio with a 1-year
subscription, iPod and USB adapter, and the Premium HiFi
system comprised of 12 loudspeakers and a digital
amplifier. It features DIRAC signal processing and
model-specific equalizing.
Bang & Olufsen High-End Surround Sound System delivers
an unparalleled audio experience.
When it comes to delivering audio pleasure of the
highest order, the Bang & Olufsen High-End Surround
Sound System designed especially for the new BMW 6
Series Gran Coupe hits all the right notes. Jointly
developed by the Danish audio specialists and BMW, this
system produces an exceptionally natural sound from 16
speakers distributed around the cabin. It is a fully
active system featuring digital signal processing, which
means the two bass speakers, seven mid-range speakers
and seven tweeters all have individual amplifiers. This
technology enables the targeted modification of any
sound reflections inside the vehicle. The Bang & Olufsen
High-End Surround Sound System uses Dirac Dimensions™
technology to recreate the acoustics of a reference
listening room in the passenger compartment. All vehicle
occupants therefore enjoy the same high-quality sound
stage wherever they are sitting.
The electrical signals are converted into precisely
defined sound waves using neodymium magnet drivers, and
the mid-range speakers feature extremely stiff Hexacone
diaphragms. The outstanding quality of the Bang &
Olufsen High-End Surround Sound System is underlined by
exclusive design features. The form and color of the
advanced all-aluminum speaker grilles have been tailored
precisely to the interior design of the new Gran Coupe.
The special perforation pattern of the grilles is
created using a very sophisticated drilling technique.
The grille mounts are not visible from the outside,
ensuring that the grilles stand out from their
surroundings by appearing to float in a slightly raised
position above the surface. This exclusive ambience is
further enhanced by a discreet lighting effect, which
showcases the contours of the sound sources with a
subtly impressive effect. The B&O Acoustic Lens
Technology element in the center of the instrument panel
area adds both a visual feature and is an acoustic
innovation. As soon as the audio system is activated,
the central element containing the integrated mid-range
speaker pops up, prompting the tweeter lens to be
extended at the same time. The tweeter lens distributes
its signals evenly at 180 degrees throughout the
interior. This extraordinarily harmonious horizontal
dispersion of sound is achieved through the special
design of the lens, which also minimizes unwanted
vertical sound dispersion.
Industry leading new-generation Head-Up Display.
The new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe can be equipped with the
most advanced Head-Up Display system in the premium
segment. By projecting important information onto the
windshield, directly in the driver's line of sight, the
Head-Up Display minimizes distraction from the road and
traffic. This latest-generation system brings a further
improvement in display quality: the symbols are
projected as three-dimensional graphics and in
ultra-clear resolution onto the windshield. Full-color
capability makes the road sign symbols even more
realistic. At the same time the Head-Up Display is now
able to present a wider range of information. Depending
on vehicle specification, guidance information supplied
by the Navigation system, Check Control messages, status
messages from the Lane Departure Warning System and
warnings from the BMW Night Vision system can all be
shown in the Head-Up Display. The positioning of the
messages on the windshield is highly ergonomic, so that
drivers are aware of them without having to refocus or
take their eyes off the road.
The intensity of the projection automatically adjusts to
the ambient light level, and the brightness setting can
be adjusted via the iDrive menu. The driver can also
choose what information will appear in the Head-Up
Display in addition to road speed and warnings from the
driver assistance systems.
Rear-View, Top View, and Side View Cameras.
To supplement the standard Park Distance Control, which
uses ultrasonic sensors to monitor distance from objects
in front or behind, the Gran Coupe also features a
standard rear-view camera. The camera is integrated in
the trunklid under the BMW "roundel" badge, which
protects it from dirt. When the rear-view camera is
activated, the roundel badge pivots up out of the way to
expose the camera lens. The perspective-corrected color
images are relayed to the Central Display. Superimposed
on the images are interactive tracking lines which
indicate the optimal steering angle for parking, as well
as the tightest turning circle.
The optional Top View system with Side View provides an
even more comprehensive picture. In addition to the
rear-view camera and the PDC sensors, this system also
uses a fish-eye camera in each of the side mirrors. The
data acquired by Top View is relayed to a central
computer which generates a bird's eye view of both
vehicle and surroundings and presents the image in the
Central Display. This view allows the driver to maneuver
precisely in confined spaces.
The Side View function uses two cameras integrated in
the front fenders to provide an improved view of
cross-traffic at speeds below 10mph. These images are
relayed to the Central Display where they may give the
driver an early idea of what is happening on the road to
the left and right of the car when pulling out from
narrow and concealed gateways or car park exits.
The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe: Production in
Dingolfing, Germany.
The new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is built alongside its
other 6 Series siblings at the BMW plant in Dingolfing,
Germany. Also rolling off the assembly line at the BMW
Group's largest production plant are the BMW 7 Series
and BMW 5 Series models. The flexible and efficient
processes at the plant combine state-of-the-art
production technology with a standard of quality defined
by meticulous craftsmanship in the manufacture of
premium cars configured to customer order and
satisfaction. |
|
|
|
|
