2019 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe Review
2019 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
byKurt Niebuhr
Senior Vehicle Test Editor
Kurt Niebuhr has worked in the automotive industry since 2005. A automotive photographer by trade, Kurt is now one of Edmunds' high-performance test drivers. He's driven and photographed hundreds, if not thousands, of vehicles all over the world, so Kurt's library of automotive experiences would certainly make for a good book. When not dreaming about getting his racing license or trying to buy out-of-date film for his cameras, Kurt can usually be found cursing at his 1966 Mustang.
Pros
- The interior is well-built with excellent materials
- Distinctive styling for a sedan of this size
- Smooth, effortless power from either engine
- Tons of standard features
Cons
- More expensive than most competitors
- Not as quick as some rivals, regardless of engine
- Less passenger and cargo space than other four-door coupes
What's new
- No significant changes for 2019
- Part of the first 6 Series Gran Coupe generation introduced in 2012
Mercedes-Benz created a new segment and changed the luxury car game when it introduced the CLS, a sedan with a coupelike roofline. It took a while, but BMW eventually followed suit with its own "four-door coupe," which lives on today as the 2019 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe. It promises a stylish blend of four-door practicality and the driver-centric sportiness of a classic grand tourer.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2019 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 $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$238/mo for 6 Series Gran Coupe 640i
6 Series Gran Coupe 640i
vs
$224/mo
Avg. Large Car
Unfortunately, the 6 Series Gran Coupe might be a little too much coupe and not enough sedan. Rear headroom and vehicle entry and exit are significantly compromised by the sweeping coupe roofline that gives the car its trademark profile. The seat-high center tunnel makes it nearly impossible for anyone to occupy the middle seat, essentially creating a 2+2 seating arrangement. The cargo area is more than 5 cubic feet smaller than that of the related 5 Series (the previous-generation model to be exact) and doesn't come with the utility-enhancing hatchback lid of other sedan-coupes such as the Audi A7 or BMW's own 4 Series Gran Coupe. And then there's the cost for this packaging exercise: The 640i Gran Coupe is considerably more expensive than the more practical and recently redesigned 5 Series.
The Gran Coupe is still good in the typical BMW way, with excellent interior materials, a strong features list and exceptionally smooth, powerful engines. Just be aware that you can't really have your cake and eat it, too.
Edmunds' Expert Rating
The 2019 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe tries to combine the everyday usability of a four-door sedan with the attractive looks of a two-door coupe. The result is a bit too compromised and doesn't add up to the sum of its parts. And it's not cheap either.
Driving
Sadly, like other BMW sedans, the 6 Series Gran Coupe mixes too much software with its hardware. The results are good on paper, but they sometimes lack the nuanced feel for which BMW was once known.
Acceleration
Perhaps it's the car's mass, but our testing revealed that compared to competitors, the 640i is sluggish to 60 mph (5.7 seconds), but it gets with the program once underway. The 650i is quicker at 5.2 seconds, but still unremarkable.
Braking
The 640i is blessed with extremely powerful brakes and stops short, straight and repeatedly, showing excellent fade resistance. The pedal feel is medium to firm with intuitive response.
Steering
Our test car had BMW's notoriously polarizing Active Steering option. We think it utterly removes the feel and response BMW spent decades perfecting. We'd opt out.
Handling
Our test car also had optional active stabilizer bars that keep the car unnervingly flat while cornering. We'd say test-drive one with and one without before ticking the box.
Drivability
Selecting Sport mode harmonizes engine and transmission operation. The brakes are outstanding. Active steering and suspension options degrade drivability, particularly for enthusiasts.
Comfort
The BMW 640i is built for front passenger comfort. In that aspect, this car is one of the leaders in this segment. The cramped rear seats are a different story completely and diminish the overall impression.
Seat comfort
The front seats are highly adjustable and accommodate a wide variety of sizes. This is especially true of the available 20-way multicontour seats. Rear headroom is less than in some competitors with a similar coupelike shape.
Ride comfort
The 640i exhibits an exceptionally compliant ride with none of the impact harshness you might expect with short-sidewall tires.
Noise & vibration
This is one of the quietest cars we've tested at a 70 mph cruise.
Interior
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.
Ease of use
The iDrive controller is comfortably located right next to the shifter at the end of a lengthy armrest. It's naturally positioned for the driver, but front passengers will find it easier to operate since it's just next to their left leg. Other controls are self-evident and close at hand.
Getting in/getting out
The rear doors are small, so entering and exiting are problematic. The middle seat is basically useless, so only count on four total seats. The large front doors allow easy entry.
Roominess
Headroom is tight all around, especially in the back. This is typical in this niche group of sedans masquerading as coupes. Traditionally shaped and proportioned sedans are always better. The rear buckets effectively accommodate only two passengers.
Visibility
The rear head restraints, a sloping roof and narrow rear glass conspire to challenge rearward visibility. The standard parking sensors and rearview camera help tremendously. Otherwise, the Gran Coupe offers good sightlines.
Quality
Few cars are built as well as this BMW. Then again, excellent build quality should be expected for a luxury sedan of this caliber.
Utility
Trunk space is below average at 13 cubic feet, although the split rear seat folds down to increase cargo capacity. There is also a trunk pass-through between the rear seats.
Which 6 Series Gran Coupe does Edmunds recommend?
Though the 640i's six-cylinder engine makes good power and will be more than enough for most drivers, we think buyers of high-end luxury cars might want a little bit more punch. That's why the 650i, with its stout 4.4-liter turbo V8 producing 445 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque, is our pick for the 6 Series Gran Coupe. A few packages stand out, including the aggressive yet attractive M Sport Edition (expensive but feature-heavy) and Driving Assistance Plus, which offers adaptive cruise control and nearly every advanced safety feature the car offers. Unless you live in a climate that requires all-wheel drive, we think the all-wheel-drive 650i xDrive is an unnecessary expense.
2019 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe models
It may be difficult to put a label on the 2019 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, but there's no question about the level of performance and luxury it brings to the table. It's available in two trims — 640i and 650i — that are primarily differentiated by their engines. Both can be ordered in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (xDrive), and numerous features packages are shared between the two models regardless of powertrain. There are some stand-alone options and a few premium exterior paint, interior trim and upholstery choices available through BMW's Individual program.
The 640i is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six (315 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of torque) matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles. Befitting a high-end luxury sedan, the list of standard features is lengthy and impressive. Accoutrements include 18-inch wheels, sport-tuned adaptive suspension dampers, adaptive LED headlights, automatic high beams, LED foglights, automatic wipers, front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, power-folding mirrors and a tilt-only sunroof.
Inside, you get dual-zone automatic climate control, 10-way power front seats (with heating and four-way lumbar adjustment), driver-seat memory settings, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, ambient lighting, a wireless charging pad, a Wi-Fi hotspot, BMW eAssist emergency communications, a navigation system, the iDrive infotainment system with an integrated touchpad on the controller, a 10.2-inch central display screen, smartphone app integration, and a nine-speaker sound system with a CD player, a USB port, HD and satellite radios, and a one-year trial to Apple CarPlay. BMW is the only company that makes CarPlay a subscription.
The 650i eschews the smooth and sensible six-cylinder and is instead propelled by a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 (445 hp, 480 lb-ft). It also adds 19-inch wheels, 20-way power-adjustable seats with passenger-seat memory settings and adjustable side bolsters and thigh support, upgraded leather upholstery, a 16-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system and BMW concierge services.
Several optional packages are available on both models. The Cold Weather package provides heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel. The Driving Assistance package features blind-spot warning, a head-up display, speed-limit information and BMW's Active Driving Assistant, which bundles lane departure warning, a forward-collision warning system with pedestrian detection, and low-speed automatic emergency braking. There's also a Driving Assistance Plus package that further adds adaptive cruise control and an automatic emergency braking system that can operate at higher speeds. The Parking Assistance package adds a 360-degree parking camera and an automated parking system.
The Executive package adds power-closing doors, four-zone climate control and ventilated front seats. The 640i's version of this package includes the multicontour seats, Harman Kardon stereo and concierge services, while the 650i's version adds a power rear sunshade, manual rear window shades, contrast stitching and ceramic-trimmed controls. These items are available as individual options on the 640i.
The M Sport package includes unique 19- or 20-inch wheels, an aero body kit, a sport steering wheel, a simulated-suede headliner and a higher top-speed limiter. There's also an M Sport Edition package that roughly combines the M Sport package and the contents of the 650i's Executive package. The BMW Individual Composition package lets you special-order leather and wood trim hues that aren't available otherwise, while the Black Accent package equips the Gran Coupe with gloss-black exterior trim and a two-tone extended leather interior.
Stand-alone options include some of the above items plus adaptive suspension stabilizer bars (known as Adaptive Drive), enhanced Integral Active Steering with rear-wheel steering (not available on xDrive models), a night-vision camera, active front seats, and a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen surround-sound system.
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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
My dream car!
Cindy, 10/03/2017
2016 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe 650i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
Wanted it for years. Everything I thought it’d be! Fast and fun!!!
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..
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2019 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, so we've included reviews for other years of the 6 Series Gran Coupe since its last redesign.
2019 6 Series Gran Coupe Highlights
640i
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $81,500 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $238/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 13.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the 6 Series Gran Coupe models:
- Park Distance Control
- Alerts the driver when the 6 Series Gran Coupe approaches an object in front of or behind the car.
- Adaptive Brakelights
- Flashes a secondary set of brake lights when the pedal is pressed past a certain point, alerting drivers behind of a hard stop.
- Bundles several advanced safety features, including lane departure warning, forward collision warning and low-speed automatic braking.
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