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2009 BMW 6-Series Safety Review

April 16, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Not rated
IIHS

Not rated
NHTSA

Aft visibility is tricky in coupes
ConsumerGuide

Look for Version 2.0 to continue down the sales path of success.
Road & Track

Sophisticated safety features
MyRide.com

Neither the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) nor the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has tested the 2009 BMW 6-Series.

According to reviewers, the 6-Series ranks high for its safety systems, but even with all of these excellent safety precautions in the BMW 6-Series, ConsumerGuide mentions, "Aft visibility is tricky in coupes" and restricted in "top-up convertibles."

Convertible versions of the 2009 BMW 6-Series come standard with "a rollover protection system," says Edmunds, and optional features include a "night vision system that uses a thermal imaging camera to spot potential obstacles" and "a new lane departure warning system."

MyRide.com points out that the 6-Series is equipped with "two-stage front airbags, side-impact airbags for front seat passengers, active knee protection airbags, and dual threshold deployment of the seatbelt pretensioners." And Road & Track adds to that list, explaining, "Brake Assistant which, working in conjunction with the car's optional radar-based active cruise control and the stability control systems, will pre-load the brakes should the system decide that the driver is possibly getting into a position where he/she might need additional stopping power." Both systems work together to load the brakes of the BMW 6-Series in case the driver needs additional stopping power.

Conclusion

The advanced safety systems in the 2009 BMW 6-Series should help it perform well, even if there aren’t real test results to prove it.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Not ratedIIHSNot ratedNHTSAAft visibility is tricky in coupesConsumerGuideLook for Version 2.0 to continue down the sales path of success.Road & TrackSophisticated safety featuresMyRide.com Neither the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) nor the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has tested the 2009 BMW 6-Series. According to reviewers, the 6-Series ranks high for its safety systems, but even with all of these excellent safety precautions in the BMW 6-Series, ConsumerGuide mentions, "Aft visibility is tricky in coupes" and restricted in "top-up convertibles." Convertible versions of the 2009 BMW 6-Series come standard with "a rollover protection system," says Edmunds, and optional features include a "night vision system that uses a thermal imaging camera to spot potential obstacles" and "a new lane departure warning system." MyRide.com points out that the 6-Series is equipped with "two-stage front airbags, side-impact airbags for front seat passengers, active knee protection airbags, and dual threshold deployment of the seatbelt pretensioners." And Road & Track adds to that list, explaining, "Brake Assistant which, working in conjunction with the car's optional radar-based active cruise control and the stability control systems, will pre-load the brakes should the system decide that the driver is possibly getting into a position where he/she might need additional stopping power." Both systems work together to load the brakes of the BMW 6-Series in case the driver needs additional stopping power. ConclusionThe advanced safety systems in the 2009 BMW 6-Series should help it perform well, even if there aren’t real test results to prove it. 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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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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