The BMW 6 Series is a high-performance luxury car with impressive acceleration and top speed. It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 9.1 seconds and has a maximum speed of 212 km/h. Its drag coefficient is 0.41, indicating a sleek and aerodynamic design.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
9.1 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
9.1 sec
Max Speed
212 km/h 131.73 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.41
Body & Dimensions
The car is a luxurious coupe with a sleek design and impressive dimensions. It offers a spacious interior and a powerful engine, making it a desirable choice for those seeking a high-performance and stylish vehicle.
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Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Doors
2
Length
4755 mm 187.2 in.
Width
1725 mm 67.91 in.
Height
1365 mm 53.74 in.
Wheelbase
2625 mm 103.35 in.
Front Track
1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track
1460 mm 57.48 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.2 m 36.75 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The BMW 6 Series is a high-performance luxury car that boasts impressive fuel efficiency. With a petrol engine, it consumes 14.3 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas, 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas, and 10 liters per 100 kilometers combined.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
14.3 l/100 km 16.45 US mpg 19.75 UK mpg 6.99 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.8 l/100 km 34.59 US mpg 41.54 UK mpg 14.71 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
10 l/100 km 23.52 US mpg 28.25 UK mpg 10 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The 6 Series is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 2.8L inline-6 engine, producing 184 Hp and 240 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed manual transmission and has a McPherson strut front suspension and independent coil spring rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
184 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
66 Hp/l
Torque
240 Nm @ 4200 rpm. 177.01 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M30
Engine Displacement
2788 cm3 170.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke
80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio
9.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
5.8 l 6.13 US qt | 5.1 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-40, 15W-50 / API SF
Coolant
12 l 12.68 US qt | 10.56 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission /5
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Independent coil spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with adequate braking, steering, and tire capabilities. The ventilated front brakes and disc rear brakes ensure effective stopping power, while the cone worm steering mechanism with recirculation balls offers precise handling. The 205/70 R14 tires provide adequate grip, and the 14-inch wheels enhance maneuverability.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Tires Size
205/70 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The 6 Series is a powerful and spacious car with a weight-to-power ratio of 7.8 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1430 kg and a maximum weight of 1850 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 420 kg. The trunk space is 415 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 70 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.8 kg/Hp, 128.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6 kg/Nm, 167.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1430 kg 3152.61 lbs.
Max Weight
1850 kg 4078.55 lbs.
Max Load
420 kg 925.94 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
415 l 14.66 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for BMW - 6 Series (E24, facelift 1982)
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The BMW 6 Series can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds.
The top speed of the BMW 6 Series is 212 km/h or 131.73 mph.
The drag coefficient of the BMW 6 Series is 0.41, indicating a sleek and aerodynamic design.
Petrol (Gasoline)
10 l/100 km (23.52 US mpg, 28.25 UK mpg, 10 km/l)
It consumes 14.3 l/100 km (16.45 US mpg, 19.75 UK mpg, 6.99 km/l) in urban areas.
The engine displacement of the 6 Series is 2788 cm3 or 170.13 cu. in.
The 6 Series uses a Multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.
The 6 Series is a rear-wheel drive (RWD) car.
The vehicle has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
The vehicle features a cone worm with recirculation balls steering mechanism for precise handling.
The vehicle is equipped with 205/70 R14 tires.
The 6 Series is a luxury grand tourer produced by BMW.
The 6 Series is available in both coupe and convertible body styles.
The 6 Series is known for its high-performance capabilities, luxurious interior, and advanced technology features.
