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2009 BMW 6-Series Quality Review

April 16, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

cockpit has a somewhat austere feel compared to its competitors
Edmunds

fit and finish are excellent, and so are the materials
Cars.com

Limited rear seat room
Edmunds

Entry and exit is the typical 2-door squeeze
ConsumerGuide

Besides its cartoonish rear seats, the 2009 BMW 6-Series is an exceptional luxury vehicle with high-quality materials.

The 2009 BMW 6-Series is relatively quiet. ConsumerGuide reports that the wind rush in coupes is "modest" and there's "little top-down wind buffeting even with all windows lowered," and the "engines are audible but pleasing at high rpm." The interior of the 2009 BMW 6-Series is comfortable and quiet, contends Car and Driver, adding that the car provides a feeling of "exclusivity." Specific details of the interior that differ from the previous series include a "wide console" that "imparts a cozy cabin feel," says ConsumerGuide.

Edmunds greatly enjoys the "top-quality cabin materials" and "optional Harman Kardon sound system." Cars.com says, “fit and finish are excellent, and so are the materials,” but ConsumerGuide voices a real concern with the electronics' quality. For instance, "pressing the keyfob's trunk-release switch regularly set off the alarm system."

The BMW 6-Series is spacious enough for two people, but four adults fitting in the car may seem a bit of a stretch. Limited backseat space is a problem for Car and Driver as well. "Good headroom and legroom" are available in the BMW 6-Series "for all but the very tall," and passengers will enjoy the "firm, supportive seats," says ConsumerGuide. However, the "heavy side bolsters can impede entry and exit" in and out of the car, ConsumerGuide adds. But Edmunds doesn't love it, stating the "cockpit has a somewhat austere feel compared to its competitors."

Edmunds also notes that trunk space is 13 cubic feet and a "healthy" 12.4 in the convertible, though that drops to 10.6 cubic feet when the top is lowered. "Interior storage is poor," says ConsumerGuide with "just one cupholder" in the front and rear. Car and Driver echoes the sentiment, claiming the BMW 6-Series compromises utility—"four passengers rather than five, less rear headroom, less cargo space"—to amp up the "style and sportier dynamics."

Conclusion

The 2009 BMW 6-Series exudes luxury and comfort, but where it technically seats four, it realistically seats two.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:cockpit has a somewhat austere feel compared to its competitorsEdmundsfit and finish are excellent, and so are the materialsCars.comLimited rear seat roomEdmundsEntry and exit is the typical 2-door squeezeConsumerGuide Besides its cartoonish rear seats, the 2009 BMW 6-Series is an exceptional luxury vehicle with high-quality materials. The 2009 BMW 6-Series is relatively quiet. ConsumerGuide reports that the wind rush in coupes is "modest" and there's "little top-down wind buffeting even with all windows lowered," and the "engines are audible but pleasing at high rpm." The interior of the 2009 BMW 6-Series is comfortable and quiet, contends Car and Driver, adding that the car provides a feeling of "exclusivity." Specific details of the interior that differ from the previous series include a "wide console" that "imparts a cozy cabin feel," says ConsumerGuide. Edmunds greatly enjoys the "top-quality cabin materials" and "optional Harman Kardon sound system." Cars.com says, “fit and finish are excellent, and so are the materials,” but ConsumerGuide voices a real concern with the electronics' quality. For instance, "pressing the keyfob's trunk-release switch regularly set off the alarm system." The BMW 6-Series is spacious enough for two people, but four adults fitting in the car may seem a bit of a stretch. Limited backseat space is a problem for Car and Driver as well. "Good headroom and legroom" are available in the BMW 6-Series "for all but the very tall," and passengers will enjoy the "firm, supportive seats," says ConsumerGuide. However, the "heavy side bolsters can impede entry and exit" in and out of the car, ConsumerGuide adds. But Edmunds doesn't love it, stating the "cockpit has a somewhat austere feel compared to its competitors." Edmunds also notes that trunk space is 13 cubic feet and a "healthy" 12.4 in the convertible, though that drops to 10.6 cubic feet when the top is lowered. "Interior storage is poor," says ConsumerGuide with "just one cupholder" in the front and rear. Car and Driver echoes the sentiment, claiming the BMW 6-Series compromises utility—"four passengers rather than five, less rear headroom, less cargo space"—to amp up the "style and sportier dynamics." ConclusionThe 2009 BMW 6-Series exudes luxury and comfort, but where it technically seats four, it realistically seats two. 2009 BMW 6-SERIES STYLING | [7 out of 10] ConsumerGuide: "Elegant cabins match lofty pricing" Road & Track: "deeply cut side sills" MyRide.com: "Flawed Exterior Styling" Car and Driver: "It's the same news as with the 5-Series " The four versions that comprise BMW’s 6-Series ...

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Other Choices:

Like the passenger accommodations of the BMW, the Porsche 911 has teensy rear seats plus a cold, technical feel, but stunning handling and straight-line performance—especially in Turbo form. It’s also a bit more practical, thanks to the front and rear cargo compartments. The Mercedes-Benz SL is a two-seat roadster that also has a bit of a weight problem, and technology invades every driving system—but it comes off as more composed than the 6-Series BMW and sports a folding hardtop. Jaguar's XKR is a blast to drive; it's the sexiest convertible in this group as well as the best-handling car here—and the closest to a true sportscar despite offering a heap of luxuries.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. fb_644099777 avatar by Tom Gordon #1, Posted: 6/15/2009

    I think it's a very nice car ... I admit that some of the BMW back-ends don't look very smooth though. I hope they keep the 6 series going.

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