QUALITY | 8 out of 10
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The convertible's heated rear window retracts independently of the soft top, doubling as a wind deflector when the top is dropped.
Edmunds
The roof, a similar fabric affair to that used on the old 6 Series convertible, is superbly engineered, being fully electric, abundantly lined, well sealed and big on refinement.
Inside Line
For now, the deep-dish rear seats are best reserved for short trips and smaller bodies, even though the 6 Series is longer than many midsize sedans.
New York Times
The new model grows 1.3 inches in width and nearly 3 inches in length compared to the previous generation.
Motor Trend
From a more practical standpoint, the back seat is neither comfortable nor inhospitable, the trunk is surprisingly sizeable and the soft convertible top doesn't impede on cargo area like a retractable hard top would. All coupes come with a glass roof that tilts open but doesn't retract.
Kelley Blue Book
Closing or opening in just under 20 seconds, even while rolling along at up to 25 mph, the soft roof is remarkably sturdy, quiet, and well-constructed. It's also lighter, and stows in a smaller space, than a typical folding hardtop--the 6-Series Convertible still has 10.6 cubic feet of space in the trunk with the down down. The glass window in the convertible is even a separate piece that can be opened even with the top up for even more ventilation.
The Coupe doesn't have the trick top to deal with, but like the Convertible, it gets an all-new interior for 2012, replacing the previous 6-Series' somewhat clunky space with a well-built, comfortable, and intriguingly designed cabin. The driver-focused controls sees the center console canted toward the left, and the control surfaces are made of classy, premium-looking and -feeling plastics and leathers.
The lowish roofline can make entry and exit a bit tight for taller occupants--though not really a big deal--but the front seats are roomy, with great shoulder and hip room as well as leg and head room. Supportive, firm, but not harsh seats and a plethora of adjustments and comfort-enhancers are found on the powered buckets up front.
The rear seats are less spacious, however, despite a wide cross section; leg room, even with the extra three inches of wheelbase in the 2012 model, simply isn't abundant. It's not just a matter of having a tall driver or front passenger, either; even with the front seats adjusted for shorter folk, the rear seats are best left to small kids and packages.
A smooth ride, quiet cabin, and excellent attention to detail make the 2012 6-Series a standout even in the competitive ranks of luxury grand tourers.
Conclusion
The 6-Series' thick shape doesn't net much rear-seat room.
