The BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo is something of an individualist within the premium executive segment and meets the richly varied requirements of modern and extremely discerning customers....
Its combination of long-distance comfort and sporting ability, luxurious interior ambiance and intelligent functionality is unparalleled in its class. A precisely modified body design and refinements to various interior design details further sharpen the profile of this vehicle concept. The new BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo captures the imagination more than ever with its striking sense of outward sportiness and presence, and the layered premium ambience of its interior. Driving pleasure and efficiency are enhanced by a further developed spread of engines and the introduction of 48V mild hybrid technology. The progressive character of the new BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo is also highlighted by innovations in the areas of driver assistance systems, control/operation and connectivity. For example, a fully digital instrument cluster and Control Display – each with a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches – are fitted as standard.
The range of engines available for the new BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo includes two petrol and three diesel units with the latest BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, producing outputs of between 140 kW/190 hp and 250 kW/340 hp. In all model variants, mild hybrid technology ensures instantaneous power delivery and greater efficiency. Fitting an extremely powerful 48V starter-generator and an additional battery allows an extremely high level of braking energy recuperation and storage. This energy can be used both to supply the 12V electrical system, ease the combustion engine’s workload and give it an extra injection of power.
With its ability to put an additional 8 kW/11 hp on tap instantaneously, the starter-generator provides an electric boost which adds fresh dynamism to both off-the-line getaways and acceleration when already on the move. The powerful starter-generator also increases efficiency by assisting the engine when driving at constant speeds, and improving comfort when the Auto Start Stop and coasting functions are in use.
All engines team up with an eight-speed Steptronic transmission as standard. The BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system in six-cylinder in-line versions of the new BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo directs drive torque to the wheels as the situation demands – in all weather and road conditions. All model variants comply with the Euro 6d emissions standard.
The unmistakable character of the BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo and its cutting-edge innovations pave the way for the next chapter in its success story. More than 50,000 examples of the 6 Series Gran Turismo have been sold worldwide to date. The market launch of the new BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo will begin in July 2020. It will be built at BMW Plant Dingolfing, alongside models including the BMW 7 Series luxury sedan and BMW 8 Series luxury sports car.
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