2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe

The 2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe - a new 4-door, 4+1 seat addition to the 6-Series line that successfully combines the stunning proportions, design and driving dynamics of the 6-Series Coupe with interior room and amenities for up to five passengers.

The BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe will be offered as three distinct models in the USA.

The TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder powered 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe is the initial model and arrives early this summer. Later in the summer 2012, the TwinPower Turbo V-8 powered 2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe and the all-wheel drive 2013 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe will join the range.

Sporting a length of 197 inches (5,007 mm) and wheelbase of 116.8 inches (2,968 mm), the Gran Coupe is 4.4 inches (111 mm) longer than its 2-door coupe sibling. The BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe is also 74.6 inches (1,894 mm) wide and stands 54.8 inches (1,392 mm) in height. For comparison purposes, the Gran Coupe is 4.0 inches (102mm) longer, 1.3 inches (34mm) wider and 2.8 inches (72mm) lower than the BMW 550i.

The BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe's signature driving experience is complimented by a range of innovative driver assistance systems and BMW ConnectedDrive infotainment features. The innovations in the new BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe also extend to lighting technology, in the shape of optional Adaptive LED Headlights. The standard BMW iDrive control system is the operating portal for the navigation, communications and infotainment functions. The BMW 640i Gran Coupe arrives in US BMW Centers early summer 2012 and will be followed by the 650i Gran Coupe and 650i xDrive Gran Coupe in late summer.

8-speed Sport Automatic Transmission.

The 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission in the new BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe boasts a perfect combination of speed, flexibility, sportiness, and efficiency. Befitting the Gran Coupe's sporting character, the driver can choose to select gears manually via shift paddles on the standard Sport leather steering wheel.

The electronically controlled damper system in the new BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe adjusts compression and rebound settings continuously and independently. The Gran Coupe is also available with Integral Active Steering. This system (also available on the 6-Series Coupe and Convertible) combines the Active Steering system for the front axle with a steerable rear axle. The new 6-Series Gran Coupe offers impressive driving dynamics combined with new standards of comfort in the premium segment. The new BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe again heralds the arrival of an exceptionally sporty and exclusive 4-seater in the premium coupe segment.

The new Gran Coupe is equipped with Adaptive Xenon headlights as standard. The Gran Coupe's distinctive appearance is dominated by its four-door layout, longer wheelbase than other BMW 6-Series models and likewise longer passenger compartment. Longer side window surfaces than those found on the two-door BMW 6-Series models hint at the extra space available in the rear compartment. High-quality Chrome Line Exterior surrounds for the side windows complement the coupe style window line.

Sporting Character and generous rear space.

The interior of the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe offers a driving experience defined by sportiness and luxury, and enhanced by a specially generated ambience. A hallmark BMW element of the interior design is the driver-oriented cockpit layout. The black-panel instrument cluster of the Gran Coupe combines the traditional sports car circular instruments with state-of-the-art display technology. The optional Luxury Seating Package adds ventilated multi-contour, active seats, sunshades on both the rear side and rear windows and a four zone climate control system with additional controls located between the rear seats.

M Sport package and BMW Individual range available from launch.

An M Sport package developed specially for the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe is available from the launch of the new car. Also available from launch is the BMW Individual range of products, which allows customers to tailor the exterior and interior of their BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe precisely and exclusively to their personal style. For example, the BMW Individual matt finish Frozen Bronze metallic is available exclusively for the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe.

BMW Individual light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design can be specified in 19 and 20-inch format. Those looking to give the interior of their car a particularly exclusive aura, meanwhile, may like to add BMW Individual fine-grain Merino full leather trim, an Alcantara BMW Individual roof liner, BMW Individual interior strips and the BMW Individual wood inlay for the steering wheel.

One of the highlights of the BMW Individual range of interior options is the Opal White full-leather trim specially developed for the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe, combined with the interior color Amaro Brown.

Cutting-edge features from BMW ConnectedDrive.

The new BMW 650i Coupe is available with a great variety of driver assistance systems and mobility services from BMW ConnectedDrive.

Bang & Olufsen High-End Surround Sound System delivers an unparalleled audio experience.

The new BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe can be equipped with the most advanced Head-Up Display system in the premium segment.

The BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe: Production in Dingolfing, Germany.

The new BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe is built alongside its other 6-Series siblings at the BMW plant in Dingolfing, Germany. Also rolling off the assembly line at the BMW Group's largest production plant are the BMW 7-Series and BMW 5-Series models.