I'll add in my two cents - do note I have the 650 with 20s..so my thoughts are a little different.
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Thanks for the compliment guys. I will post more photos soon. After 1,000 miles logged on it, here are my impressions on the 2014 640i GC mSport xDrive:
- You get a lot of attention driving around. It turns head while driving and while parked, people are snapping photos. (I love it)
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Yea, still getting used to this part. I think I like it - but I'll never be able to sneak into anywhere again without being noticed
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- Suspension is just right, this is how all BMW suspension should feel like. It's stiff, but soft enough to be comfortable.
- Steering is extremely responsive. The xDrive still offers the hydraulic steering, which gives a bit more feel the road.
- You can feel the weight of the vehicle, but it does hide its weight very well. It is just as agile as a 5.
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With the 20s, the suspension is not what I would want - I suspect your 19s are perfect. I do agree with the steering - but as for the 650, I can honestly say, you feel every stinking pound of this huge vehicle.
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- Power of the N55HP is just right. I would imagine that the 640 would feel underpowered, but I was wrong. It has the same HP to weight ratio as a 535, since BMW up the power of the N55 to counter the weight difference.
- Fuel Economy is ok. In Comfort mode, I get an average of 21.5mpg (which is the same as my 750LI in normal mode). In Eco Pro mode, I got it up to 34mpg on the highway. However, I cannot leave it in Eco unless I'm in cruise control for more than 30min. Eco Mode makes your BMW feels like a Prius, blah...
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I suspect the lighter weight of the 640 really helps here. The 650 is only really responsive in sport mode - otherwise as Motor Trend says - it is more of a highway cruiser.
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- Features and Comfort are great. I really thought the new screen sticking out would look ridiculous, but the it is actually very nice (large and crisp). The digital dash is amazing, no glare and works just like the analogs. Seating is comfortable. I'm just missing the top view cam, which I do wish I had. The door of the GC is a bit small, if you're a taller guy just get a 2 door. They shrunk the front doors, added 6inch to fit the rear doors. It would be really awkward getting out if you're 6ft tall. Plus, this car sits really low which doesn't help either. I'm under 6ft so no complaints here.
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Top view cam? You mean the one where you can see the front of the car too? Or the one that shows the sides and trunk? I would think you have that no? I don't have much trouble getting in and out at 6' 1" but the car is low (as you note). I'm also surprised you find the seating comfortable. Mine is hard as a rock. I would expect it to be night and day from your 750 which is even more interesting!
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Overall, the 6 GC is a work of art and it drives beautifully. It's for those who appreciate cars and appreciate how a car should drive I'm really glad I switched from a 750Li to this car. Hope this is helpful for those who are still considering.  |
It is a beautiful car for sure. I also agree it drives the best of the large BMWs - at least compared to the other 5-series I have test driven.