BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo (G32)

In the middle of 2017, BMW did not wait for the Frankfurt exhibition and immediately released the BMW 6 GT G32 model. The car combines the stylish appearance of an executive-class sedan and coziness in the cabin. BMW 6 series G32 was released to replace the fifth generation. Compared to its predecessor, the car came out much larger, the appearance became more stylish. Also the car received more modern electronics. Thus, the car took a higher place in the hierarchy of the manufacturer. The chief designer of the company BMW said that BMW 6 series G32 is designed for connoisseurs of comfort, individuality and style. Together with a beautiful exterior and interior appearance, the car received excellent technical characteristics. Thus, BMW G32 will be suitable as a family car, as well as for lovers of fast driving.

BMW 6 GT exterior view

BMW 6 Series GT 2018 has got a stylish and modern look, the exterior of the car speaks about its dynamism. At the front, there is an overall front optic located. The car received branded “nostrils” from the company BMW, as well as a large-scale bumper with 3 compartments of air intakes.

In profile, the BMW 6 series GT appears quite long, the roof line has an elegant look, smoothly flowing into the stern. Special attention should be paid to the ventilation slots, which are located behind the arches. The side doors have frameless glass. Another element that is pleasant to look at is the wheels of the BMW G32.

The rear lights also look spectacular, the car has an aggressive spoiler, which automatically rises at speeds above 120 kilometers per hour. The resistance coefficient, according to the manufacturer of GT32 is 0.25. The wheelbase, compared to the 5th generation car, has been increased to 3.07 meters. The length of the car is 5091 millimeters, width 1902 millimeters, height 1538 millimeters.

Despite the large dimensions, the car does not look heavy, it is the merit of BMW designers. Road clearance of BMW 6 series GT is small – 138 millimeters. The car is not designed for off-roading.

Engine

The manufacturer offers a choice of two gasoline engines and two diesel engines. The gearbox is the same everywhere – an automatic with eight speeds. A distinctive feature of the base version is a gasoline engine along with rear-wheel drive. In other cases, the owner of the car receives a proprietary all-wheel drive system BMW xDrive.

1. The basic version of the car on gasoline – 630i, the engine volume is 2 liters, has at its disposal 4 cylinders and direct injection system. There are 4 valves on each cylinder. The motor is characterized by adjustable phases of gas distribution. Specifications are 249 horsepower, which is achieved at 6,000 rpm. The maximum torque is 400 Nm. The maximum speed of the car with this engine is 250 kilometers per hour. In mixed mode, fuel consumption is 7 liters. Acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour takes less than 6.5 seconds.
2. More powerful gasoline engine – 640i, is equipped with an all-wheel drive system. The engine capacity is three liters. It is characterized by two turbochargers. The timing has 24 valves, the phases of gas distribution are adjusted automatically. The motor has in its reserve 340 horsepower, which is achieved at 6000 rpm. The maximum output is 450 Nm. Acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour at these values takes 5.3 seconds. Maximum speed is limited to 250 kilometers. Compared to the two-liter gasoline engine, consumption is slightly higher, in mixed mode about 8.6 liters per 100 kilometers.
3. The starting version on the diesel engine – 630d, implies an all-wheel drive system xDrive. The engine volume is three liters, characterized by an in-line design, battery injection, turbocharging system. It has at its disposal 24 valves. The final output is 249 horsepower, which is achieved at 4,000 rpm. The peak thrust value is 620 Nm. Acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour takes about 6 seconds. The maximum speed is also limited to 250 kilometers. In the mixed cycle, the engine consumes less than 5.5 liters per 100 kilometers.
4. More powerful diesel motor – 640d, the engine volume is similar – 3 liters. However, the final power is 320 horsepower, the peak thrust indicator is also higher – 680 Nm. Acceleration to 100 kilometers takes 5.3 seconds. The maximum speed, as on other versions of the engine, 250 kilometers per hour. In mixed mode, the motor consumes no more than 6.5 liters for every 100 kilometers.

The BMW G32 doesn’t need more power, its performance is more than enough for fast acceleration.

Interior

According to the photo of BMW G32, you can see that inside the car is decorated almost the same as the fifth series of this model. The dashboard is directed towards the driver, which adds comfort when driving the car. At the disposal of the owner of the BMW 6 series Gran Turismo three-spoke steering wheel, which boasts of its informativeness. In the center is the center console, which implies a large screen and a block of climate control in the cabin. Depending on the configuration, the owner receives either a two- or four-zone climate. To the quality of assembly, used materials, ergonomics of the interior can not be queried. Appearance corresponds to the car of premium level. The interior is made of genuine leather, wood, as well as soft plastics.

The seats will please with lateral support and a large number of electric adjustments. Passengers and the driver get a ventilation and heating system, massage function. Three people can comfortably sit in the back. Backlighting is characterized by several modes of operation. A pleasant addition is a panoramic roof, divided into two sections. The trunk should be given special attention. Its volume is 610 liters. Loading height and shape are selected optimally. If you lower the rear seats, the owner of the car has a flat loading area and 1800 liters of total cargo space.

Impressions of the BMW 6 Gran Turismo are only positive.

Electronics

The high monetary value of the BMW 6 Gran Turismo is more than justified. The future owner gets antilock systems, rain sensors, LED optics, fog lights, parking lights, DSC, DTC, cruise control system, wheel pressure control. The high power of the BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo requires a maximum speed limiter. The owner will be pleased with the system for recognizing animals and people, rearview camera, light sensors, projection display. Given all the available electronics, the car is great for long trips with the whole family. The car is able to provide a good level of comfort and safety for all passengers and the driver.

Features

One of the novelties in the automobile is the so-called CLAR cart. The distinctive feature is the use of aluminum and high-strength steels. The trunk, doors and hood are completely made of these materials. In this way, the weight of the vehicle was reduced by 115 kilograms. The final weight of the vehicle is about 1800 kilograms, depending on the equipment, the weight differs.

The suspension in the front is double wishbone, in the rear five levers, which have a pneumatic element. The car is characterized by automatically adjustable stabilizers and air suspension.

The steering wheel is of rack-and-pinion type, characterized by adaptive electric power steering, which adjusts to the driving style of a certain driver. Brakes are presented in the form of front ventilated disks and a standard brake element in the rear. The G32 is also equipped with a large number of electronic systems that help the driver.

Options

The basic configuration with a gasoline engine 630i will cost the future owner 3500 thousand rubles. For this money, the driver gets:

• eighteen-inch light alloy wheels;
• automatic transmission;
• start-stop function;
• LED optics;
• DSC;
• fog lights and parking lights;
• maximum speed limiter;
• rearview camera;
• electric trunk and seats;
• 8.8-inch informative and multimedia display;
• keyless start.

The top-end configuration of the new BMW 6 GT with the 640i petrol or 640d diesel gets the following benefits:

• a more advanced 16-speaker audio system;
• displays for rear passengers in the headrests;
• blind spot tracking sensors;
• pedestrian and animal recognition system;
• panoramic roof;
• air suspension;
• massage function in the front passenger and driver’s seat.

The base version with a diesel engine will cost 4 million rubles. The gasoline top configuration will cost 4.1 million rubles. The top configuration on the diesel will come out at 4.6 million rubles. The characteristics of the BMW 6 Series GT 2018 depend on the chosen configuration, since the engines differ in power and other indicators.

Generations and configurations

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