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BMW released the full specifications of the first two models of the BMW 6 Series Convertible fleet. The 640i and 650i will be joining the US line-up.
The 640i convertible is powered by the N55 TwinScroll turbocharged engine delivering 320 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 450Nm of torque between 1,300 and 4,500 rpm. It weighs 1,840 kg and accelerates from 0 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. Fuel consumption will just be at 7.9 liter per 100km.
The 650i convertible on the other hand is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 twin-turbo powerplant matted to a ZF 8-speed Sport Automatic gearbox delivering 400 horsepower between 5,500 and 6,400 rpm and 600NM of torque (450 lb-ft torque) between 1,750 and 4,500 rpm. It also has a manual option. The car weighs 1,940 kg and accelerates to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds. This convertible’s performance will be very similar to the M6.
No pricing has been announced yet. Here are the full technical specifications. Please click on the image to view full size:
To my eye, despite the twaddle about a stick in water, the car looks like it is simply unresolved. The front is frumpy and sad, although thankfully less “SUV-like” than the 5 and 7-series, the side is pleasant and the rear is an after thought.
The previous model had presence, it was masculine and was confident. This car looks diffident and inert.