The BMW M6 is a ludicrously fast coupe GT that can embarrass the odd supercar. Also comes in a way-too-flash drop-top version best left for Miami.
Comfort
Adjustable suspension makes light work of the bigger bumps - just stick it in ‘comfort' and go - but the M6 is a bit hard for most people. Other than that it's just like any other BMW 6-Series, so comfy and big enough in the front seats. Be aware that the seven-speed sequential manual's ‘auto' mode is pretty snatchy.
Rated 15 out of 20
Performance
Unless you've got something Italian and with a six-digit price tag, be wary of the M6; it uses the M5's V10. That means 507bhp, a limited 155mph and 0-62mph in just 4.8 seconds. And this is a big car at 1650kg. The figures are pretty similar for the drop-top, although it's a smidge heavier.
Rated 10 out of 20
Cool
The convertible, as we've said, looks great in Miami, less so in Mablethorpe. The coupe is cool for no other reason than that the engine and drivetrain are epic.
Rated 8 out of 20
Quality
The 6-Series is hewn from one solid piece. Well, OK, not really, but lumps of granite will fall apart quicker.
Rated 15 out of 20
Handling
The M6 is hard and flat in any situation, making the kind of scything turns you need from a big rear-wheel drive GT. It can generate huge amounts of lateral grip,but when it lets go and you've got the traction off, you'll dent more than just your ego.
Rated 15 out of 20
Practicality
For a GT car the Six is fine for practicality. There's a 450-litre boot that loses 150 litres if you get the roofless one. But there's no ‘Touring' option.
Rated 10 out of 20
Running costs
Group 20 insurance, low teens mpg -a Polo Bluemotion it ain't. Add to that a near £90k price tag and you have a very expensive toy, that manages to be £20k MORE than a BMW M5.
Rated 10 out of 20
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Comfort
Adjustable suspension makes light work of the bigger bumps - just stick it in ‘comfort' and go - but the M6 is a bit hard for most people. Other than that it's just like any other BMW 6-Series, so comfy and big enough in the front seats. Be aware that the seven-speed sequential manual's ‘auto' mode is pretty snatchy.
Rated 15 out of 20
Performance
Unless you've got something Italian and with a six-digit price tag, be wary of the M6; it uses the M5's V10. That means 507bhp, a limited 155mph and 0-62mph in just 4.8 seconds. And this is a big car at 1650kg. The figures are pretty similar for the drop-top, although it's a smidge heavier.
Rated 10 out of 20
Cool
The convertible, as we've said, looks great in Miami, less so in Mablethorpe. The coupe is cool for no other reason than that the engine and drivetrain are epic.
Rated 8 out of 20
Quality
The 6-Series is hewn from one solid piece. Well, OK, not really, but lumps of granite will fall apart quicker.
Rated 15 out of 20
Handling
The M6 is hard and flat in any situation, making the kind of scything turns you need from a big rear-wheel drive GT. It can generate huge amounts of lateral grip,but when it lets go and you've got the traction off, you'll dent more than just your ego.
Rated 15 out of 20
Practicality
For a GT car the Six is fine for practicality. There's a 450-litre boot that loses 150 litres if you get the roofless one. But there's no ‘Touring' option.
Rated 10 out of 20
Running costs
Group 20 insurance, low teens mpg -a Polo Bluemotion it ain't. Add to that a near £90k price tag and you have a very expensive toy, that manages to be £20k MORE than a BMW M5.
Rated 10 out of 20
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