BMW 6 Series Coupé to debut in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show

"We look forward to entering the luxury sports coupe market in the Middle East with the new 6 Series. With a thrilling design, a V8 power unit and a luxurious, spacious interior, we are confident that the new BMW 645 Ci will set new standards across the region and appeal to customers who would enjoy a large sports car offering dynamic driving pleasure," said Robert Bailey-McEwan, Managing Director, BMW Group Middle East.

This new fascinating sports car stands out in an exclusive design with sleek and flowing lines supplemented by the harmony of elegant surfaces to give the car a unique character. A refined and powerful engine, outstanding sportiness and ample interior space will set new standards in the luxury sports coupé market.

The 6 Series coupé excels through its stretched and classic proportions - the car is deep, long and wide, with an aura of strength and self-confidence. The passenger cell features a very low roofline, while the contoured styling of the front side panels helps stretch the silhouette of the car.

The modern design language of the exterior continues smoothly and consistently throughout the interior. As with the new 5 and 7 Series, all functions required for driving the 6 Series are located directly on or around the steering wheel, ensuring smooth and convenient control for both the driver and front passenger.

The 4.4-litre V8 power unit, already well known from the BMW 745Li, ensures dynamic driving conditions at all times. Featuring fully variable VALVETRONIC valve control, the engine develops a maximum output of 333 bhp and powerful torque of 332 Newton metres at 3600 rpm, allowing the new 6 Series coupé to reach its top speed of 250 km/h without the slightest effort. Acceleration is equally exhilarating with the BMW 645 Ci, covering the classic sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds.

To offer the customer a wide range of choice, the refined power of the 6 Series Coupé can be delivered to the rear drive axle by three different six-speed transmissions; a manual gearbox, automatic transmission with Steptronic, or a Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) that features both a gearshift lever and shift paddles on the steering wheel like those featured in Formula 1. The car also comes as standard with BMW's Dynamic Drive Control (DDC), giving the engine an even more spontaneous reaction to the gas pedal.

The outstanding intelligent lightweight all-aluminium chassis and suspension of the new 6 Series Coupe is enhanced by all relevant control systems such as Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC). As an option, the 6 Series Coupé is also available with BMW's "intelligent" Dynamic Drive suspension, which compensates the body sway on curves, as well as BMW's unique Active Steering.

Apart from all safety features characteristic of a BMW, the new 6 Series Coupé comes as standard on runflat tyres allowing the driver to continue for a certain distance even when a tyre is completely empty. Adaptive Headlights swivelling to the side for even better illumination of the road ahead are available as an option.