Review of BMW 6 Series Cars: E63, E64, E24, F06

The Bavarian corporation is renowned for its automobiles with uncompromising driving characteristics, yet some of them are not luxurious at all. Therefore, in the BMW 6 Series, they decided to combine sporty qualities with comfortable features. The Bavarian coupes have appealed to many.

The E24 BMW 6 Series

The Bavarians first showcased the 6 Series in 1976 at the Geneva Motor Show. These cars replaced the E9 models. They became more comfortable and functional.

Pierre Brac and his team worked on a design project named «The Shark.» The cars featured sleek body profiles and expressive grilles. They were built on the chassis of the BMW 5 series with independent suspension components and disc brakes at the front.

There are plenty of engine options. They run on petrol with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission. Starting from 2.8 liters, all the way up to 3.5 liters. With power ranging from 184 to 218 hp.

What Car Owners Say

They appreciate the excellent driving characteristics and reliability of the cars. Important! Suspension components with a long service life do not negatively react to poor roads. The engines can be fueled with any type of fuel.

Price

These rarities from the BMW 6 Series lineup range in price from 2.2 to 3.3 million rubles.

Exterior

The Bavarian 6 Series E24 stands out on the roads with its sleek body profiles, low roofs, and expressive hoods. The cars exude aggression with their wide wheels and spoilers on the trunk lids.

Interior Space

It is convenient to drive these cars because everything is in front of the driver's eyes. The dashboards are equipped with large information scales, ensuring good readability.

Central consoles with climate and audio devices, in the form of receivers.

The front seats have a low seating position and strong side support for cornering and long journeys.

Chassis

Standard engines with 2.8 liters and 184 hp provide the ability to accelerate smoothly with good traction. Maneuvers can be performed thanks to the good weight distribution and low center of gravity. The suspensions handle rough roads well. They have high energy capacity, providing acceptable ride smoothness.

The E63 and E64 BMW 6 Series

BMW introduced them in 2003 with body variations:

• coupe — E63;
• coupe with convertibles — E64.

The BMW 6 Series cars run on petrol engines, with six-speed automatics and manual transmissions. The offered engines were:

• 3.0 liters and 258 hp
• 4 liters and 333 hp
• 4.8 liters and 367 hp

Restyling

Bumpers were changed, and optical instrument shapes were altered. Different wheel designs were introduced. New multimedia systems were installed in the cabins. The 4.4-liter power units were removed. Three-liter engines with 272 hp were added. Turbo-diesels with 3.0 liters and 286 hp were introduced.

Prices of BMW 6 Series E63 and E64

They are quite attractive. Starting from 500 thousand rubles. Cars with good engines and technological condition can be purchased for 1.5 million rubles.

What Car Owners Say

Although the technological characteristics of these cars are good, not everyone would want to have them in their garage. Many are not fond of the unconventional design.

Important! Avoid driving on rough roads frequently, as the aluminum suspension components cannot withstand it. Engines overheat. Constant updating of iDrive software and automatic gearbox blocks is required.

Exterior

The BMW 6 Series E 63 and 64 are aggressive and not very elegant. The rear ends are heavy due to the protruding trunks. The front ends are rounded, so the cars cannot be called swift. The front bumpers have large air duct sections and low aerodynamic kits, giving the cars a sporty look.

Interior

A sense of minimalism is evident. The central consoles are simplified. They only have buttons for climate and audio devices. Everything else is controlled by iDrive, with information displayed on high-quality color monitors.

For instance, one can view rear camera angles or adjust steering parameters. However, it is very inconvenient to operate due to the illogical layout of menus and submenus.

The driver's seats have strong side supports and are adjustable. The rear benches are tight due to the sloping roofs and limited space. Knees can bump against the front seats.

Driving Characteristics

Turbo-diesel engines with 3.0 liters help the cars in their daily tasks. They are economical in mixed cycles, consuming around 9.5 liters.

Manual transmissions with closely spaced gear ratios shift crisply. However, automatic transmissions work best with these engines.

The chassis is a compromise. The steering wheels are highly responsive and informative. However, it is not possible to avoid body roll. The long-travel suspension elements provide smooth movement over bumps.

The F06/13/12 Series

2011 marked the introduction of new cars:

• Coupe 12.
• Sedans — 06,
• Coupe convertibles — 13.

These cars run on petrol engines and diesel turbo engines, with eight-speed automatics. There are also all-wheel-drive options in this lineup.

Engines:

• 3.0 liters and 320 hp
• 4 liters and 450 hp. 3.0 diesel with 313 hp

BMW 6 Series (F06) Restyling

The BMW 6 Series was refreshed in 2015. Changes were made to the bumpers and wheel designs. LED headlights were added. New steering wheels were installed. Multimedia systems were enhanced. The engines remained the same, but the suspension components were reconfigured.

Car Owners' Opinions

They appreciate the exterior design and balanced chassis. The engines require quality fuel. Suspension components quickly fail due to off-road driving.

Prices

Used cars range from 2 million rubles. New ones start from 4.7 million rubles.

Testing

These cars stand out for their status and harmonious body shapes. They exude aggression due to:

• bulging hoods;
• wide wheel arches;
• bulky exhaust pipes;
• low aerodynamic kits.

Grilles with chrome elements, in conjunction with window lines, give the cars an aristocratic look.

Interiors

They have quality finishes. They are ergonomic. Monumental and functional central consoles. Large screens display camera views and information.

The cars are equipped with detailed navigation, chassis adjustments, and engine configurations. The dashboards are informative and readable. Adjustable seats. The rear benches are tight.

Equipment of BMW 6 Series (F06)

Top-tier power units with 4.4 liters and 45 hp. They work with eight-speed automatics and all-wheel drives. The cars are dynamic, with excess torque. The gearboxes shift quickly but can be jerky during gear changes.

The cars tend to drift in corners. However, thanks to the all-wheel drive and stabilization mechanisms, the cars stay on course. The trajectory is maintained. Tests have shown that the steering is sharp and informative, regardless of the selected mode. Like the suspension components, even in «Comfort» mode, they handle bumps with some shaking.