(3rd of 9 vehicles)
Beyond all the power, technology and feature advantages, the 2012 BMW 6 Series is less pricey and more flexible (larger) than the Mercedes-Benz SL and enjoys a better reputation for quality than the J
The smaller, 2-seat 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL feels sportier behind the wheel than the 2012 BMW 6 Series, and the 2012 Jaguar XK has a richer interior.
We aren't yet traveling by jetpack, but a decade into the 21st-century we do have cars that transform at the push of a button. In Comfort mode, the 2012 BMW 650i Coupe and Convertible are high-power pleasure cruisers combining a comfortable ride with at-the-ready responsiveness. Dial it up past Normal and Sport modes to Sport+ mode, and the transmissions kicks down, the revs go up and the suspension gets tight, effectively turning the car into a smaller and lighter performance coupe. It's exactly as fast as you'd expect a 400-horsepower car of
Read the Full 2012 BMW 6 Series Review
advertisement
why ads?Based on 3 Ratings for the 2012 - 2013 models.
Review this carBy McBucky (WI) on Tuesday, April 16, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 8,800
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "Looks, throaty exhaust note, performance."
Cons: "It's expensive, back seat can't accomodate adults."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"I enjoy driving to work year round in my 2012 BMW 650i xdrive M sport convertible. The fit and finish is impressive and the handling and M sport exhaust provides pleasure every day. I owned a 2007 Audi S8 prior to the 650 and the BMW is quicker, sounds better, and is more fun to drive. Strangers frequently tell me how good looking (they did for the S8 as well) the car is. With winter 19 inch wheels and blizzaks instead of the summer 20 inch run flats traction was never a problem even in Wisconsin."
Was this review helpful to you? yes | no | report abuse
By Jerryx5 (CA) on Friday, May 18, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 7,000
overall rating 8 of 10rating detailsPros: "Fun to drive, LEDS drl, awesome mpg,"
Cons: "Rag top, lack of power, price"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8
"The 2012 640i Convertible is a great car to own. It has all the bells and whistle but it lacks power. The 650 would have been a better choice but I am waiting for a ECU remap to come out which will increase the 325 hp to 380 hp. After the ecu remap will make the 640 more fun to drive."
11 people out of 12 found this review helpful
Was this review helpful to you? yes | no | report abuse
in 3 simple steps