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BMW M6

General information

ModelBMW M6
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4999 ccm (305.04 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving14.8 litres/100 km (15.89 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4999 ccm (305.04 cubic inches)
Engine typeV10
Max power507.00 PS (373 kW or 500 HP) at 7750 Rev. per min.
Max torque520.00 Nm (53.0 kgf-m or 383.6 ft.lbs) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Compression12.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.6 seconds
0-60 miles4.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2840 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space450 litres (119 gallons)
Optional cargo space450 litres (119 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Power assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1785 kg (3,935.3 pounds)
Max weight with load2200 kg (4,850.2 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4880 mm (192.1 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Wheelbase2790 mm (109.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR106530
CO2 emissions283.0 g/km
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