2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe Review
2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe Review





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Pros
- Strong engines
- long list of standard features
- cutting-edge technology
- seductive style.
Cons
- Costs more than rivals
- artificial driving feel when equipped with certain performance options.
What’s new
All-wheel drive is available with both engines for 2014, and an updated iDrive control interface brings added functionality, 3-D navigation and enhanced voice controls for all models.
Edmunds says
Billed as a four-door coupe, the 2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is a midsize sport sedan with a high level of luxury amenities and a measure of style that you won't find in the similarly sized 5 Series sedan. It's expensive for what you get, though, so we'd advise checking out the competition as well.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe 640i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.93 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$201/mo for 6 Series Gran Coupe 640i
6 Series Gran Coupe 640i
vs
$206/mo
Avg. Large Car
Vehicle overview
Not long ago, coupe-styled sedans such as the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe were an oddity in the automotive world. But in 2014, most European automakers sell at least one, if not two or three. Although it's part of the BMW 6 Series line in name, the 2014 6 Series Gran Coupe is more of a low-roofed version of the 5 Series sedan with a few more curves and contours thrown in for good measure.
In fact, the 2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe and 5 Series sedan share all their major dimensions. Predictably, though, the sleeker Gran Coupe has less headroom. It also has a less practical seating layout, as its center console extends into the backseat, limiting the usefulness of the rear center seat. Then again, if you're looking at the Gran Coupe as an alternative to the two-door 6 Series coupe, it starts looking pretty rational. With 4.5 inches of added length between its wheels and two extra doors, the Gran Coupe has a bigger rear seat and easier access to it.
Engine choices range from sensible to decadent. The base 640i is powered by a strong and fuel-efficient 315-horsepower, turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine, while the 650i features a 445-hp turbocharged V8 that's less frugal but a great deal more enjoyable. Both come mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. And for 2014, both are available with all-wheel drive, potentially making your 6 Series Gran Coupe quite practical for year-round driving.
However, the 640i Gran Coupe costs considerably more than a comparably equipped 535i sedan, and is even a few bucks more than the base 740i -- both of which are motivated by a version of the same six-cylinder engine. Meanwhile, the V8-powered 650i is even more expensive, and any of the 2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe models can go into the six-figure range if you go heavy on the extras.
Competitors include the Audi A7 and S7, Mercedes-Benz CLS550 and Porsche Panamera . All provide satisfying driving dynamics, ample luxury amenities and plenty of style, and often for less money. Is the 2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe worth the premium? On paper, it may be a tough sell. However, in the metal, there's no denying it becomes a far more emotional proposition.
Performance & mpg
Powering the 2014 BMW 640i Gran Coupe is a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine that makes 315 hp and 330 pound-feet of torque. Fuel economy estimates for the rear-wheel-drive 640i stand at 24 mpg combined (20 mpg city/30 mpg highway); the 640i xDrive achieves 23 mpg combined (20 mpg city/29 mpg highway). In Edmunds instrumented testing, we recorded a 5.7-second 0-60 time in the rear-drive 640i Gran Coupe, which is average for this class of car.
The 650i Gran Coupe packs a turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 that generates 445 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy drops significantly with the V8, to 20 mpg combined (17 mpg city/25 mpg highway) for the rear-drive 650i and 19 mpg combined (16 mpg city/24 mpg highway) for the xDrive 650i Gran Coupe. In our testing, a rear-drive 650i Gran Coupe hit 60 mph in 5.2 seconds. That's quick, but the CLS550 is quicker.
Safety
Standard safety equipment includes antilock brakes with advanced standby and drying features, traction and stability control, front-seat side airbags, front knee airbags and active front head restraints. Also standard are front and rear parking sensors; a rearview camera and the BMW Assist emergency communications system, which provides automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery and on-demand roadside assistance.
The optional Driver Assistance package features enhanced side/top-view camera displays, blind-spot detection and a lane-departure warning system. A night vision system with pedestrian detection is also available, as is an automated parking system (BMW Parking Assistant).
In Edmunds brake testing, the 640i Gran Coupe came to a smooth stop from 60 mph in a short 110 feet, very impressive for a 4,300-pound luxury car. The 650i stopped in 114 feet.
Driving
Its acceleration numbers may be nothing special, but the 2014 BMW 640i Gran Coupe certainly feels quick in everyday driving. Its turbocharged inline-6 picks up steam rapidly as the revs climb, and the automatic transmission is on point as well, providing quick and timely downshifts. The 650i's turbocharged V8 feels downright decadent in the power department, as it unleashes a seemingly endless flow of thrust, moving the big sedan down the road with authority.
Like other BMWs, the 6 Series Gran Coupe has that unflappable Germanic feel at high speeds, yet somehow manages to feel smaller than it really is when you drive it around turns. All the while, the ride quality is firm, yet suitably luxurious for a car of this price and level of prestige.
That said, we're not so enthusiastic about how the 6 Series Gran Coupe feels when equipped with the optional active steering and active stabilizer bars (Adaptive Drive). These bits of tech lend a somewhat unnatural feel when hustling the car along a back road. In particular, the steering lacks the company's trademark road feel, while the sophisticated stabilizer bars are actually too effective, decreasing body roll to the point that you no longer have a sense of how hard you're pushing the car.
Interior
The intimate cabin of the Gran Coupe is decidedly driver-focused and is trimmed with top-quality materials and standard leather upholstery. The appearance of the cabin ranges from simple and elegant to edgy and avant-garde, depending on the color, wood and other trim options you select.
The front seats are superbly comfortable and are set low within the cabin, reinforcing the car's sporty feel. While rear seat passengers fare better than in the two-door 6 Series models, the backseat feels considerably more confining than in the 5 Series and the lower roof line reduces headroom. The so-called "+1" center rear seating position is useful only for children on very short trips, as the extended center console eats up all of the legroom.
As with other 6 Series models, the 2014 Gran Coupe also features BMW's improved iDrive control interface with 3-D graphics and a wide, 10.2-inch screen. You'll use iDrive to manage entertainment, climate control, navigation and phone functions, as well as various vehicle settings. There's a lot of functionality here, and although we advise you to take some time to study the various features before you hit the road, iDrive is notable for its sharp graphics, fast processing times and logical menu structure. New to the system for 2014 are enhanced split-screen displays, 3-D city model navigation, dictation features, text messaging and dual-phone pairing.
Trunk capacity is just 13.0 cubic feet and the trunk lift-over is rather high, but added practicality comes in the form of split-folding rear seats and an armrest pass-through.
2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe models
The 2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is a four-door sedan with coupelike styling. Four trims are offered: 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i and 650i xDrive.
Standard on the 640i Gran Coupe are 18-inch wheels, adaptive suspension dampers, adaptive xenon headlights, LED foglamps, automatic wipers, parking sensors, power-folding mirrors, keyless ignition/entry, a sunroof, six-way power front seats (with four-way lumbar adjustments and memory functions), heated front seats, leather upholstery, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, auto-dimming mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control and a rearview camera. Electronic features include Bluetooth; a navigation system; real-time traffic information; voice controls; satellite radio with a one-year subscription; the iDrive electronics interface with smartphone app integration; and a nine-speaker sound system with a CD player, HD radio, a USB/iPod interface and an auxiliary audio jack.
The 650i features a V8 engine in place of the 640i's six-cylinder and adds 19-inch multispoke wheels, 16-way power multicontour seats (with four-way lumbar adjustment), a premium sound system and telematics concierge services. The 640i xDrive and 650i xDrive models also have all-wheel drive.
Several option packages are available. The Driver Assistance package features side/top-view cameras, blind-spot detection, lane-departure warning and speed-limit information. The Cold Weather package provides heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel, and the Lighting package adds full LED headlamps and automatic high beams.
The Executive package adds soft-close doors, a head-up display, four-zone climate control and ventilated front seats, telematics concierge services and a premium audio system for the 640i. For the 650i, it also brings a power rear sunshade, manual rear window shades, contrast stitching, ceramic controls and a leather-topped instrument cluster.
The M Sport package includes 19- or 20-inch double-spoke wheels, lower-body aero styling, a unique three-spoke steering wheel, a faux-suede headliner and a higher (155 mph) top speed limiter. The Individual Composition package includes 19- or 20-inch wheels, LED headlamps, darkened window trim, upgraded leather upholstery, a faux-suede headliner, unique cabin accents (piano black, Sycamore wood or White Ash wood) and the availability of unique, extra-cost exterior paint colors.
Individual options include adaptive suspension stabilizer bars (known as Adaptive Drive), active steering (not available on xDrive models), a night-vision camera, adaptive cruise control, extended leather upholstery, automated parallel-parking assist and a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen surround-sound audio system. Many of the package features are available as individual options as well.
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4.75 out of 5 stars
What A Beauty
kingc0mm, 01/18/2013
2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe 640i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Guys , this 640i grand coupe
fully loaded is a stunner on the road and sitting in my garage. Some guy in a Lexus GS wanted to play on the highway
last weekend. I hit sport mode and sliced and
him so bad, he will never forget he tried to get cute with the grande coupe.
My wife could not understand what came over me. I told her its a guy thing. The grand coupe can park next to anything in … the swanky part of town and look stunning. You get Comfort , luxury. Fuel Efficiency
and sexy as a runway model.
Don't let the online pictures fool you go have a look for your self.
Kingc0mm
4 out of 5 stars
Amazing performance, terrible fuel economy
Sami Revah, 07/23/2017
2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe 650i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
The performance, ride, comfort and amenities are all amazing. The car is fun to drive and fun to just sit in. There is a price to pay, though. Having all that power and torque on tap makes it too tempting to drive the car aggressively. But when you do, you'll get nowhere near the car's rated mpg estimate. I've only had mine a few weeks now and I'm getting around 15 mpg. Maybe that will … improve once the initial thrill has worn off, maybe not.
5 out of 5 stars
James bought a lemon
Stewart, 11/03/2015
2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe 650i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
One bad BMW experience does not define a brand! I absolutely love this car. I've been driving BMWs for over 20 years and this is by far the best car I've ever driven. Performance, comfort, and high quality. The look and lines of the car are almost sensual..
2 out of 5 stars
Buyer Beware of BMW
James, 08/04/2015
2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe 640i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
- Infotainment System went out frequently while driving
- SOS button malfunctioning frequently
- Entire dash going out and coming back on while driving
Trunk randomly opening when parked or before driving off (if you are fast enough to get in and lock doors, etc., it won't open.
BMW was made aware of the problems but refused to do a Trade Assist Program on this faulty vehicle because of … high mileage (29,000), amount still owed (only 12 months of payments) and repair attention not an emergency.
Wife had same vehicle (except coupe) we bought one day apart, and they took it back (only constant brake problems and water leaks in the trunk (at 15,000 miles).
I recommend steering clear of BMW, but if you still insist, stay away from 2014 640i Xdrive Gran Coupe.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2014 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, so we've included reviews for other years of the 6 Series Gran Coupe since its last redesign.
2014 6 Series Gran Coupe Highlights
640i
Base MSRP | $77,600 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 24 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $201/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 13.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
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