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2014 BMW M5 and M6 add Competition Package bundles, stay close to home otherwise

Jonathon Ramsey — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:44:00 EST

Filed under: Sedan, Performance, BMW, Luxury

The leaked facelift images and the Competition Package rumors were accurate: These are the 2014 BMW M5 and M6 models, with exactly three nips and four tucks distinguishing them from their outgoing counterparts, as well as an expected track-day overhaul package. The standard M5 boasts 560 horsepower from its 4.4-liter, twin-turbo V8, and the new Competition Package ups that to a preliminary 575 hp, with shifting options remaining the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission or the six-speed manual. Unsurprisingly, the M6 family - including the two-door coupe, convertible and four-door Gran Coupe - get this optional treatment as well.

The go-fast packs make a lot more changes around the cars, though. It lowers them by ten millimeters, recalibrates the steering, differential, front bushings, coil springs, dampers and M chassis control system while adding stiffer anti-sway bars and black chrome exhaust tips. All models sit on 20-inch M light alloy wheels and can be specced with carbon ceramic brakes. For the dragsters among you, the result is a 0-62 mph time that drops by 0.1 second in all models but the M6 convertible.

Inside, on all 2014 M5 and M6 models, there's a new look to the steering wheel, a touchpad for the iDrive controller, more storage and more chrome trim. Two more paint colors and two more leather hues have been announced, with more Frozen paint finishes on the way as well. We're told prices will be announced closer to the models' August on-sale date. For now you read what BMW has to say about them in the press release below.

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2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe

Matt Davis — Wed, 08 May 2013 11:57:00 EST

Filed under: Coupe, Sedan, Performance, BMW, First Drives

Is This A Great Idea For An M Model?

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is already an issue of large debate. The essential business case for the car is that it's more distinctive than a straight 5 or 6 Series, and has much of the sense of space and luxury of a 7 Series. It has the wheelbase of a 5 Series, the relative width of a 6 Series, and an exterior length close to the standard wheelbase 7 Series. And, as we reported in our drive of the 640i Gran Coupe in May 2012, the 6 Series Gran Coupe costs pretty much the same as the 7 Series, engine trim for engine trim. The sedan (coupe?) is therefore a proposal clearly meant for an extremely particular clientele. There's no news yet on how well exactly the 6 Series Gran Coupe is selling in its chief markets, but we are curious. The Germans frequently tend not to break out their sales figures that way, mixing sales of the Gran Coupe in with the two-door 6 Series.

And, so, we have now arrived at the inevitable point where the M version must be introduced. Say howdy to the $113,000 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe (actually $115,195 for starters with all of the taxes added). That's $4,650 more than the also highly priced M6 coupe. Let the vehement debates begin. The upcoming 2014 Audi RS7 should be priced right at this level as well, and the Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG (perhaps with an S iteration in the next allotment we get Stateside) should go for roughly the same.

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2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe is ready for your favorite roads

Seyth Miersma — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 17:23:00 EST

Filed under: Detroit Auto Show, Coupe, Sedan, Performance, BMW

We've known about the ins and outs of the lovely BMW M6 Gran Coupe for a while now, but that doesn't mean we weren't happy to see the thing in the metal for the first time, here in Detroit.

The M-tuned Gran Coupe utilizes the same 4.4-liter forced-induction V8 that powers both the BMW M6 and the M5, with an output of 560 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque. The fast four-door brings up 60 miles per hour in just 4.1-seconds - the same sprint time as the M6 coupe and a few tenths quicker than the M5 - and up to a limited top speed of 155 mph.

We love those performance figures - this is one new Bimmer that we're amped to get some seat time in - though we're not super crazy about the selection of chrome wheels on this particular show car. Tells us what you think about the hotted up Gran Coupe in comments, below.

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2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe revealed

Jeffrey N. Ross — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 11:30:00 EST

Filed under: Sedan, Performance, BMW

Considering that we've pretty much known for some time what the 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe will look like, thanks to numerous spy shots, spy video and even some shadowy images direct from BMW, the official reveal of this car was a bit anticlimactic. But it's never hard to get excited about a new M-branded BMW product. Positioned smack dab in the middle of the M6 Coupe and the M5, the new M6 Gran Coupe will fill yet another small niche in the BMW lineup when it goes on sale next summer to take on the Audi S7 and Mercedes-Benz CLS63.

Like the M5 and M6 models, power in the M6 GC comes from a direct-injected 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 that lays down an impressive 560 horsepower and offers up peak torque of 500 pound-feet that kicks in at just 1,500 rpm and last up to 5,750 revs. This power is sent to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and an exclusive electronically controlled Active M Differential for optimal traction. In all, BMW says M6 GC has a top speed of 155 miles per hour to go with a 0-60 mph time of just 4.1 seconds. As expected, the brakes have also been upgraded with massive rotors front and rear (measuring 15.7 and 15.6 inches, respectively) and six-piston calipers. For better customization, the driver can choose from M1 or M2 modes by using the steering wheel-mounted buttons; M1 delivers a sportier setup and M2 is for track duty.

Visually, the car's coupe-like profile has been accented by all of the usual upgrades we'd expect from a BMW M car including a more aggressive body kit, exposed carbon fiber roof panel, painted brake calipers and stylish 20-inch wheels wrapped in ultra-high-performance summer tires. Inside, the M6 Gran Coupe will get similar upgrades as its two-door counterpart with plenty of Alcantara trim, a sportier, three-spoke steering wheel and well-bolstered, leather-wrapped seats.

For all the details you want to know about the M6 Gran Coupe (except for fuel economy and pricing), check out the official press release posted after the jump.

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