640i Cabriolet (Germany, 2011)

BMW revealed the third generation of its 6 Series model presenting first the Cabriolet body type version. The third generation of the 6 Series reaches the markets in 2011.

The BMW 6 Series Cabriolet has drawn inspiration from the Concept 6-Series Coupe, presented at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, and features a long bonnet, a forward-slanted grille, xenon headlights, distinctive LED fog lights and 18-inch alloy wheels. In order to reduce the weight of the vehicle, BMW has opted to retain the 6-Series' double buttress soft top which can be lowered in 19 seconds and raised in 24 seconds at speeds up to 40km/h.

The 640i is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine that produces 320 hp and 450 Nm of torque. This engine enables the 6 Series Cabriolet to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and hit an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h. Its average fuel economy in the EU test cycle is about 7.9 liters per 100 kilometers (35.8 mpg imp), corresponding to CO2 emissions of 185 grams per kilometer. It comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission as standard.

In order to enhance 6 Series Cabriolet’s handling, BMW engineers installed an advanced suspension which features an aluminum-intensive double wishbone front axle and a multi-link rear. Dynamic Damper Control is standard, but optional Active Roll Stabilization can also improve the stability in the convertible.

When compared to the previous 6 Series Cabriolet, the new one is 74mm longer, 39mm wider, and 9mm shorter, handing a larger rear passenger room and a bigger boot which holds up to 350 liters of luggage.