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2018 Gran Coupe Base 4dr Sedan
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Price:   -  From $119,800
2018 Base 2dr Rear-Wheel Drive Convertible Price:   -  From $122,300

Overview

There is nothing subtle about the BMW M6, a powerful convertible or four-door Gran Coupe in this automaker’s high-performance M range. Its 6-Series bones combine with BMW Motorsport heritage to deliver the best blend of BMW luxury and consummate performance.

What's New for 2018

The BMW M6 offers no changes for 2018. BMW discontinued the hardtop M6 Coupe.

BMW M6

Choosing Your BMW M6

BMW M6

BMW offers the M6 Gran Coupe Convertible and Gran Coupe (listed separately) each in one grade. Both are rear-wheel drive only models.

The 2018 M6 has a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine generating 560 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque. The M6 comes with a six-speed manual gearbox or a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, delivering an EPA-estimated 15 city miles per gallon and 22 highway.

Priced from $124,595, including a $995 destination charge and the $1,300 gas guzzler tax, the M6 Convertible at least comes with a long list of features.

Standard equipment includes adaptive LED headlights with automatic headlights, retractable high-intensity headlight washers, power-folding and heated side mirrors, a carbon fiber composite roof panel (on hardtop models), a quad-tip exhaust system, and 20-inch light alloy wheels set within high-performance run-flat tires. The M6 also has a full leather interior with Merino leather upholstery and door trim, adaptive cruise control, a 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, and a navigation system with a 10.2-inch high-resolution screen.

Although extremely well equipped, the 2018 M6 offers several upgrades beginning with six BMW Individual paints costing $1,950 or $3,600, and requiring additional build time. Three wheel choices are a no extra cost option. A fourth wheel choice with the convertible requires opting for the Competition Package.

Convertible models offer three roof color options at no extra cost.

The available $8,300 Competition Package ups output by 40 horsepower, adds special wheels, upgrades the sport suspension system, and brings in black chrome tailpipes. A $3,800 Executive Package adds a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, a Bang & Olufsen audio system, a power rear sunshade and rear side window sunshades.

BMW M6

For $1,700, shoppers can add a Driver Assistance Package, supplying improving rear backup support and parallel parking assistance. A $500 Parking Assistance Package supplies expanded camera view along with park distance control.

Buyers also have a choice of 13 types of leathers, including six special types of leathers with an Anthracite Alcantara headliner costing $3,500 or $5,000. Five wood choices, including three BMW Individual options costing $1,080 each are also available.

Individual options include M Carbon Ceramic Brakes ($9,250), the M Driver’s Package for a one-day high-performance driving school ($2,500), Night Vision with Pedestrian Detection ($2,300), and Active Blind Spot Detection ($500).

CarsDirect Tip

The death of the M6 Coupe means the M6 is automatically a less dynamic vehicle for 2018. Pass on the pricey competition package and grab the comfort-focused Executive Package instead, and enjoy a quick, comfortable two-door convertible.

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Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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The overachiever of the 6-Series, the 2018 BMW M6 pulls no punches when it comes to performance or luxury. It's a dramatic four-door offering sumptuous appointments, twin-turbocharged V8 power, and the ability to cruise at felonious speeds. For buyers with the means to indulge, the M6 obliges like mad.

Best Value

The coupe and convertible versions have departed, leaving the sleek Gran Coupe to carry the M6 banner. It's always been our favorite body style, offering mouth-watering looks and first-class accommodations in back. Most of the features available on 6-Series come standard on the M6, including adaptive cruise control, navigation, automatic soft-close doors, and an extended leather interior. Some driver assistance items remain optional, but can be added inexpensively enough.

The available Competition Package bumps the twin-turbo V8's output from 560 to 600 horsepower and permits a top speed of 186 mph. It's a must-have for track enthusiasts, but the modified suspension isn't for everyone. It can get harsh in civilian driving. A six-speed manual transmission is a no-cost option for buyers who still insist on shifting for themselves.

  • Model: 2018 BMW M6
  • Engine: 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8
  • Output: 560 hp / 500 lb-ft
  • Transmission:Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic with launch control
  • Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
  • MPG: 14 City / 20 Hwy
  • Options: Executive Package ($3,800, heated steering wheel, Bang & Olufsen sound system, ventilated and massaging front seats), Driving Assistance Package ($1,700, head-up display, speed limit information, blind-spot monitoring, active driving assistant), Parking Assistance Package ($500, side and top view cameras), Apple CarPlay Compatibility ($300)
  • Base Price: $124,595 (including a $995 destination charge and a $1,300 gas guzzler tax)
  • Best Value Price:$130,895

Performance

BMW M6

Behind the wheel, it's easy to forget that the M6 is a spacious four-seater that weighs 4,500 pounds. It takes off with a muted growl, and then the scenery gets blurry. The M6 hits 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and keeps sailing until the electronic limiter kicks in – at 155 mph. The seven-speed automatic transmission isn't shy about dolling out power. Any prod to the pedal produces an instant, satisfying response.

The suspension quickly dispatches any challenges thrown at it on public roads and highways. There's always the Competition Package for the feel of a street-legal racer, but the M6 doesn't need it to be thrilling. Most drivers will reach their limits long before the M6 does.

As much as we admire its power and reflexes, the M6 shines brightest as a touring car. On long stretches of road, it coddles passengers with a glass-smooth ride and an overall feel of being chauffeured rather than transported.

Style

The M6 represents the largest and most ambitious application of BMW's Gran Coupe body style. The couple-like contours look especially good stretched over the 116.7-inch wheelbase. The M6 comes off lean, agile, and poised – quite an accomplishment for a car of this size and weight.

The finely detailed interior lives up to our expectations for a car in this price class. The fine leather extends to the dashboard and door panels – and can wrap nearly every surface for an additional fee. The palette of available finishes includes carbon fiber, aluminum, black lacquer, and a variety of woods, from traditional to exotic. The 10.2-inch central touchscreen provide a dash of high-tech color to the affair. The center console runs to the rear seat, where passengers can make their own climate selections.

The Best and Worst Things

Many cars claim to offer performance and luxury, but few can provide them on equal footing to the extent that the M6 does. There are no compromises or trade-offs to be found in either department. That makes the M6 a true standout in the marketplace.

Although the M6 has four doors, it's not our idea of a luxury sedan. The full-length center console prohibits five-passenger seating, and the sloping roof limits rear head room and makes getting in and out less than graceful.

Right For? Wrong For?

BMW M6

Buyers who want a prestigious car that's truly unique will think the M6 was made just for them. It's not for everyone, and that's the whole point. The M6 is a rolling contradiction – and a delightful one at that.

Those who measure performance in terms of lap times and g-forces should look elsewhere. No matter how it's equipped, the M6 is simply too heavy to compete alongside dedicated sports cars.

The Bottom Line

The 2018 BMW M6 can make heads turn and hearts race while soothing the soul.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 4.4L V-8 / 560 HP / 500 ft.lbs.
Available: 4.4L V-8 / 600 HP / 516 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 7-spd STEPTRONIC auto-shift man w/OD
Available: 6-spd man w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
14 / 20 / 17 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 4.4L V-8 / 560 HP / 500 ft.lbs.
Available: 4.4L V-8 / 600 HP / 516 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
14 / 20 / 17 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
21.1 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$81
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
16.2 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
197.5 "
Exterior Width
74.8 "
Exterior Height
54.9 "
Front Headroom
40.6 "
Rear Headroom
37.0 "
Front Legroom
42.1 "
Rear Legroom
35.3 "
Front Shoulder Room
56.7 "
Rear Shoulder Room
54.6 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
4,430 Lbs. / 4,396 Lbs.
Wheel Base
117 "
Turning Radius
20.5 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
20.0 " Black Aluminum / 20.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 20.0 " Black Forged Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Chrome
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Dual Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish / Dual Stainless Steel With Dark Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Leather
Front Seat Type
Sport Bucket / Adaptive
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(12-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(12-way Power)
Front Armrests
(12-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center With Pass-thru And Skibag
Rear Seats
40-60 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
16 Harman/kardon / 16 Bang & Olufsen
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Power Telescopic Tilt Style
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Front Pedestrian Detection Warning
Driver Attention Alert
Driver Attention
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors
Front And Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
48 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
144 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months

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