The just announced M6 Gran Coupe [
official details/photos] comes next summer to compete with the Mercedes CLS63 AMG. Until now, the CLS63 has really had no direct competition in terms of a car that closely matches its size, styling, performance, and segment.
Now that the CLS63 has some competition, we've put together this comparison of specs and photos for your reference. We don't yet have final physical specs for the M6 Gran Coupe, but we've used the 6 Series Gran Coupe exterior dimensions and took a good guess as to the M6 Gran Coupe's weight.
| BMW M6 Gran Coupe | Mercedes CLS63 AMG |
Performance | | |
Engine | 4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8 | 5.5L twin turbocharged V8 |
Horsepower | 560 hp @ 5750 rpm | 536 hp @ 5500 rpm (563hp w/ Performance Package) |
Torque | 500 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 590 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm (664 lb-ft w/ Performance Package) |
0-60 mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Redline | 7200 rpm | 6400 rpm |
Top Speed | 155 mph (limited) | 155 mph (limited) |
Transmission | 7 Speed M-Double Clutch Transmission (M-DCT) | 7 Speed Automatic (wet clutch) |
US Pricing | TBA | $95,900 |
German Pricing | 128.800 €, including 19 % VAT | 116.203 € |
Physical Specs Comparison (figures taken from 6 Series Gran Coupe).
| BMW M6 Gran Coupe | Mercedes CLS63 AMG |
Physical | | |
Length | 197.1 inches (from 6 Series Gran Coupe) | 194.5 inches |
Width | 74.5 inches (from 6 Series Gran Coupe) | 74.1 inches |
Wheelbase | 116.8 inches (from 6 Series Gran Coupe) | 113.2 inches |
Curb Weight | TBA. But, drawing from M6 coupe which had a +10 lb gain over the 650i coupe, the M6 Gran Coupe may weigh around 4,033 pounds (6 Series Gran Coupe weighs 4,023 lbs) | 4,599 lb |