BMW reveals M6 Gran Coupe with 560hp V8 and carbon roof
BMW has officially unveiled the M6 Gran Coupe, pairing the 560hp twin-turbo V8 from the M6 Coupe with a four-door Gran Coupe body and extensive M division upgrades.
BMW has officially taken the covers off the M6 Gran Coupe, confirming the arrival of its most powerful four-door coupe to date. UK sales are set to begin in May 2013, with a starting price of €128,800 in Germany including VAT.
Technical highlights
The M6 Gran Coupe uses the same 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 as the M6 Coupe and Convertible, producing 560hp (412kW) and 680Nm of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed M dual-clutch transmission. BMW claims a 0-100km/h time of 4.2 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h, which can be raised to 305km/h with the optional M Driver’s Package.
Official fuel economy is rated at 9.9 litres per 100km (28.5mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 232g/km. These figures are on par with the M6 Coupe, despite the Gran Coupe’s extra length and weight.
Exterior and chassis upgrades
Visually, the M6 Gran Coupe stands apart from standard 6 Series Gran Coupe models with an aggressive M body kit, including a new front bumper, revised side skirts, a rear diffuser and signature quad exhaust pipes. The roof is made from carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP), a feature shared with the M6 Coupe, which lowers both weight and the centre of gravity. Standard wheels are 20-inch alloys.
The chassis is tuned by BMW M, with uprated brakes and adaptive suspension. The M6 Gran Coupe also features an active M differential for improved traction under hard acceleration or cornering.
Interior and equipment
Inside, the M6 Gran Coupe is equipped with Merino leather sports seats, an M-specific steering wheel, Alcantara headlining and exclusive trim details. Standard equipment includes a Bang & Olufsen audio system and BMW’s navigation system. The rear seats are shaped for two passengers, with a third seatbelt provided for occasional use.
Position in the BMW range
Deliveries in Europe begin in May 2013, with US availability following in the summer. The M6 Gran Coupe will be built alongside other 6 Series models at BMW’s Dingolfing plant.
For more on the development of the Gran Coupe range, seeBMW Confirms 6 Series Gran Coupe for Production in 2012.
