BMW 640d Cabrio
I’m willing to start up and to run my first meters with 6 Series, hit the button to start the engine. At this time, starts up a gem of engineering. Diesel is a 6-cylinder, 3.0 liter engine that delivers an output of 313 hp and maximum engine 630 Nm available between 1,500 and 2,500 rpm torque (see engine). But leaving aside the figures, which do not stop being awesome, the best are the sensations. And that we have a Diesel engine flavored gasoline, which is smooth, refined, powerful, satisfying and, why not say it, it sounds great.
Benefits of sports and utility consumption
But in addition to a performance of a true sports (can reach 250 km / h and reach 100 km / h in just 5.5 seconds), this Gran Tourism respectable speeds and accelerations, are able to spend very little fuel . According to our measurements, at normal speeds and combined cycle this BMW has not spent much more than 6.6 liters per 100 kilometers, which are figures of a lower mass utility, engine and, of course, power.
This saving is achieved through a series of measures that BMW commercially termed as “Efficient Dynamics.” Among the highlights, include system recovery of braking energy, electromechanical power steering (EPS) and the lightweight construction and tires with reduced rolling resistance. The new BMW 640i Convertible also has an automatic control of butterflies and the Auto Start Stop function. When you stop the car at an intersection or in traffic stagnation, the engine shuts off automatically. When the driver takes his foot off the brake pedal, the engine starts to get under way immediately. Using the Auto Hold function, the engine is started upon pressing the accelerator pedal.
A box of outstanding changes
To top it, this engine is mated to an automatic gearbox eight-speed, which is delightful for speed, smoothness, performance and management of gears when operating in a 100% automatic mode. If we change a manual way, we can make it through the shift lever or, from paddles behind the steering wheel. Everything works great.
BMW 640d Cabrio
It is a car that, despite being comfortable, is very effective and easy to drive when we go past than they should or simply when they begin losses adhesion. Anyway, the 6 Series is fitted with a control system driving dynamics that lets you play in another league to be a reference in terms of dynamic behavior is concerned. By pressing a button located on the center console, the driver can choose the timing of your car by activating the modalities “NORMAL”, “SPORT” and “SPORT +”.
In combination with optional Adaptive Drive system is further equipped with the “COMFORT” mode. In this case, the control system dynamic performance affects the accelerator pedal progression, responsiveness of the engine, the characteristic curve of the power steering, the system response thresholds of the DSC stability control, and the gearshift dynamics of the automatic transmission and in addition also the characteristic damping system and removal of the side slopes. On models equipped with Integral Active Steering, the degree of steering assistance and, additionally, the basic setting of the direction are controlled according to the type of dynamic control that fired the driver. Thus, the modalities “SPORT” and “SPORT +” increases the sporty performance of the car.
Meanwhile, the brake system light materials, ventilated discs with floating calipers, allow a comfortable and precise dosage at once. Its operation has the support system dynamic stability control (DSC). This stabilization system includes, among others, anti-lock brakes (ABS), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), brake assist cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), the Start-Off Assistant, brake light function to dry the discs and the compensation system fatigue brakes.
Electric ceiling canvas high quality
Left almost to the last the hood, which is extraordinary for quality, performance and how well it isolates the wind noise. It’s so well done; you never have the feeling that you’re driving a convertible.
The function of opening and closing the roof is activated as standard using a button located on the center console. With the optional Comfort Access system, the functions of the hood can also be activated by a button on the remote control unit of the car key. The operation of opening the hood takes 19 seconds, while the close passes 24 seconds. The two functions can also be activated with the car moving at speeds up to 40 km / h.
BMW 640d Cabrio
The hood with the longer C columns of the new BMW 6 Series Convertible is available in three colors, including new Anthracite with silver shades, having a silky luster that radiates quality. For the exterior you can choose between two normal seven metallic paints. Instead of choosing the equipment standard Dakota leather can be chosen variant exclusive nape leather, which comes in four colors. If the client wishes, if you opt for leather equipment exclusive nape addition dashboard can also be coated webs center console and upper door panels and the side panels in Part Car Rear. Yet another option is a contrast stitching exclusive nape leather that covers the various elements of the interior. Double seams, whose color contrasts with the skin surface, an aesthetic that exudes high quality and also accentuates the shapes of the surfaces is obtained.
Price and equipment
The comfort equipment list for the new BMW 6 Series Cabio includes, among others, two-zone climate control that also has a mode of operation when driving with the top down, hi-fi audio with CD player and free AUX-in, multifunction steering wheel and a rain sensor with automatic activation control of the headlights. Among the cherries that include the range of optional equipment, the lights would include automatic orientation curves, heated steering wheel, and active ventilation system of the seats, active seats operation, and the navigation system Professional with hard drive for maps and plans, and a custom collection of music titles.
For the new cabriolet functions assistance systems and mobility services from BMW Connected Drive are also expanded. The new BMW 6 Series Convertible also may be equipped with warning function lane change and involuntary lane departure, the system of information on speed limits, the night vision function BMW Night Vision with detection capability people, a back-up camera, function Surround View and the BMW Parking Assistant. Innovative technologies optimize the integration of the Apple iPhone and other smart phones, as well as the inclusion of units of music. In addition, the new BMW 6 Series Convertible new generation Head-Up Display virtual screen, which is a unique option in this segment, opens. This system projects information relevant to driving on the windshield, right in the angle of vision of the driver. The representation of three-dimensional graphics processing now includes the entire color spectrum, so that the traffic symbols appear completely realistic.
The BMW 640d Convertible is available with rear-or all-wheel drive. We have tried the first one, which you can acquire from € 109,450.
BMW 640d Cabrio
Conclusion: Without a clear reference of its competitors, the convertible version of the new 6 Series is a true dream car that you will love for its design, quality, technology, equipment and dynamic behavior. If this sums you can have an outstanding diesel engine that offers excellent performance and a ridiculous consumption, we get a reference product within your selected category.
