German automaker BMW has recently announced the details and
features of the
new 2008 6 Series Coupe and Convertible models. For 2008, the company gave the
6 Series a wide array of new features and equipments. Only one model variant
will be offered in the U.S.
market - the BMW 650i.
The BMW 650i Coupe and Convertible offers luxurious and elegant driving
experience with a host of new features inside and out. Outside, the BMW 650i is
equipped with reconfigured optical headlight lenses, new front air dam with
larger opening, amber DOT reflectors, LED design taillights, reshaped trunklid,
and taller spoiler.
New features for 2008 are extended on the
interior, which
include brushed
aluminum radio knobs, brushed aluminum iDrive controller, leather-wrapped
center console, seats with Sun Reflective Technology,
standard and optional
seats with
Active Head Restraints, LED brake and turnsignal lights, and wider
trunklid-mounted third brake light. Other new features include Active Cruise
Control Stop & Go, Lane Departure Warning system, and USB adaptor for iPods
and other MP3 players.
Under the hood of this luxury-inspired model comes a 4.8-liter Valvetronic V-8
engine that offers up rated horsepower and torque output. The engine now pumps
put 360 hp and pulls out higher torque peak output of 360 lb-ft. rotating at
3,400 rpm. This
power unit will be combined with a 6-speed manual or Sport
Automatic gearbox. BMW commented on the new Sport Automatic, "this new
transmission boasts quicker shift response in "Sport" mode, as well
as standard shifter paddles on the steering wheel."
Furthermore, the BMW 6 Series Coupe and Convertible models are equipped with
front suspension system with double-pivot front system. This features stronger
self-centering feel in steering, lower ride height, and firmer springs and
shock absorbers. Meanwhile, the
rear suspension comes with multi-link layout
called Integral Link that controls rear-wheel angles very precisely. Other
technical features found on the 2008 BMW 6 Series include Active Roll
Stabilization, rack-and-pinion steering with Servotronic power assist, and
innovative brakes.
Aside from the new exterior features mentioned above, other exterior features
include luminescent rings around the high beams, redesigned turn indicators,
standard foglights with restyled lenses, front flanks, recurved spoiler,
reconfigured rear lamps, reshaped lower tail lamps, rear diffuser, and dual
exhaust. The 6 Series models are also equipped with new side sills and all
aluminum front-end structure. A choice of either 18 or 19-inch wheels and
run-flat tires standard completes the exterior package.
Inside, the 2008 BMW 6 Series offers a comfortable, sporty, convenient, and
luxurious interior environment. Interior highlights include redesigned
instrument cluster, LED ground lighting, illuminated doorsill logos,
illumination of interior door handles, 1-touch open/close door windows,
retractable rear window, GPS Navigation with DVD database and Real Time Traffic
Information, Voice Command System, and standard AM/FM/CD system with eight
speakers. A 12-way power adjustable seats including 4-way power lumbar support
is also included, plus a wide range of active and passive safety equipments.
The BMW 6 Series really stands out compared to the 5 Series models like the BMW
528i with quality BMW 528i parts.
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