Next generation 6 a true sportscar?

[klier]

Quad turbo I6 with 550 hp?

Yes pls!!!!

 

[Rolf]

I don't believe BMW will drop the 6-series Convertible or GC, they are too popular and also BMW need competitors in the upper class for rivals for Audi A7 and especially Mercedes (new E-class cabriolet and CLS in future), the 9-series will be additional models.

 

[SCOTT27]

The Coupe and Cabrio will be more sportier but they will use an extended version of the platform to create the Gran Coupe.
Similar of how today's models were created.

Should see prototypes by the end of the year.

 

[m-power]

shouldn't we see mules testing already?

 

[Centurion]

I don't believe BMW will drop the 6-series Convertible or GC, they are too popular and also BMW need competitors in the upper class for rivals for Audi A7 and especially Mercedes (new E-class cabriolet and CLS in future), the 9-series will be additional models.

I agree. Grand tourers are popular. You only have to compare 4-Series sales to the Z4 to understand that the majority prefer a comfy car with sporty credentials than the other way around.

 

[domleo999]

Will the future 6 be around the same length as a 5er?

 

[sanpt7777]

I can't believe the new 6 will not get a Convertible and a Gran Coupe.
The planned 9-series will play in a complete different league. So the 9 would be no alternative for the most drivers and potential customers of the 6 GC.
For me the rumored 2 GC and the 4 GC are closer to each other. Nevertheless BMW see enough market to sell both.
What do you think?

I think if there's people willing to buy them, and they share so many parts with each other, why not have both?

I wouldn't buy a GC, even though it's an arguably better car, for me it would always be a classic sedan.

 

[SCOTT27]

There will be another 6er family.
The Gran Coupe models answer the questions brought by an ever changing market extending the appeal of a sports Coupe by adding extra flexibility for those that want a coupe but have to settle for the more more practical Sedan because they have a family or business requirements. And because they are conceived over existing platforms they are entirely cost effective not to mention profitable. It is no wonder why it took around a year for the Gran Coupe when launched to become the best selling 6er model.

 

[tristatez28lt1]

Could we merge the two 6 series threads?
http://www.germancarforum.com/threads/2017-bmw-6-series.51272/

New render of the next gen M6

 

[klier]

Chopped up M4 you mean

 

[Rainer271]

Chopped up M4 you mean

Indeed.

 

[Andy1980]

How long does BMW produce the current 6er? If the 8er replaces the current 6er in style and appearance, a real new model comes in 2020....

 

[domleo999]

How long does BMW produce the current 6er? If the 8er replaces the current 6er in style and appearance, a real new model comes in 2020....

I don't think it will replace it. The 6 series will stay as it is, a 5 series based coupe with all the variants, the 8 series will be a larger expensive 7 series based coupe. Both different vehicles and
At completely different price points - just like the future E and S coupe

 

[GreyCoupe]

If the big GT [formerly 6] goes upmarket in price, finish, gadgets, etc., it could leave 6 nomenclature to a sure 'nuff 911 fighter, but announcements can be interpreted. I hope I live long enough to understand the BMW model designation scheme...

 

[Fido]

If the big GT [formerly 6] goes upmarket in price, finish, gadgets, etc., it could leave 6 nomenclature to a sure 'nuff 911 fighter, but announcements can be interpreted. I hope I live long enough to understand the BMW model designation scheme...

911 fighter is the next Z5...