2013 BMW 6 Series

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Rating8.6

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Midsize Coupe
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$74,900 - $96,700
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

The base engine prioritizes fuel efficiency but the V8 focus more on acceleration

Some rivals offer better handling

4.4L Turbo V8 engine now has a higher output than the last year

Impeccable interior with top-quality materials

The back seats are tight for an adult

The manual transmission is no longer offered with the 4.4L Turbo V8 engine

Stops quickly despite a high curb weight

Specs & Features

$74,900

price

315 hp @ 5800 rpm

horsepower

330 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2013 BMW 6 Series Coupe is a midsize Coupe offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $74,900. For that price, it mainly competes with more expensive rivals such as the Jaguar XK Coupe and the Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe. Meanwhile, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe is also a potential rival which has the lowest price tag but the highest power figures among the bunch. Between 2 trims, the BMW 6 Series Coupe offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 capable of making 315 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 445 horsepower-making 4.4L twin-turbo V8 engine. Both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 6 Series Coupe reaches 60 mph from zero in 5.3 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.5 seconds with the 4.4L engine. Depending on the powertrain, the BMW 6 Series Coupe can manage a combined fuel economy between 19 and 26 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 16 striking colors the BMW 6 Series Coupe comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

If low fuel economy numbers do not worry you, the upper 650i trim is an excellent choice which not only comes with the V8 engine but it also offers bigger wheels and an upgraded sound system. The Driver Assistance Package and the Cold Weather Package are great additions if you want to include more features.

Trims

    640i
    $74,900 onwards
    • 10-way power adjustable heated front seat
    • 18-Inch wheels
    • Adaptive sport suspension
    • Adaptive xenon headlights
    • Auto dimming heated outside mirrors
    • Auto-Dimming side mirrors
    • Dual-Zone automatic climate control
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Leather upholstery
    • Sunroof
    650i
    $86,200 onwards
    • 12-Speakers premium audio system
    • 16-way power front sport seats
    • Blind spot alert
    • Ventilated & massaging front seats

Compare to similar cars

Price

$74,900- $96,700

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.55

Horsepower

445 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

480 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

4

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$79,000- $138,000

Gasoline

8.31

385 hp @ 6500 rpm

380 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

4

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$126,000- $142,900

Gasoline

7.61

454 hp @ 7000 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

4

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$115,300- $213,200

Gasoline

8.07

429 hp @ 5250 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

4

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2013 BMW 6 Series vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    5.4 sec13.7 sec130 mph
    4.4 sec13.3 sec186 mph
    5.2 sec13.7 sec155 mph
    5.21 sec13.1 sec182 mph

    2013 BMW 6 Series vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      23 mpg33 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/610.5 mi.
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg16.1 gal.257.6/386.4 mi.
      15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg21.9 gal.328.5/525.6 mi.
      13 mpg21 mpg15 mpg22.7 gal.295.1/476.7 mi.

      2013 BMW 6 Series vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        192.8 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.5 in.112.4 in.
        199.4 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5.1 in.116.3 in.
        192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.
        188.7 in.79.8 in.52 in.5 in.108.3 in.

        2013 BMW 6 Series vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          13 cu.ft.87 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          11.7 cu.ft.74 cu.ft.11.7 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.104.2 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
          9.2 cu.ft.92.8 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.

          2013 BMW 6 Series vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            34.5 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
            65.5 cu.ft.11.7 cu.ft.11.7 cu.ft.
            9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.
            60.6 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.

            2013 BMW 6 Series vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              905 lbs.4001 lbs.
              -4147 lbs.
              -3770 lbs.
              -4650 lbs.

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