BMW 6 Series
The BMW 6 Series is a five-seat coupe produced from 1984 onwards, powered by a six-cylinder petrol engine with a displacement of 3,138 cm³. It measures 5,018 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,802 kg, with a top speed of 250 km/h.
| Manufacturer | BMW |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1984 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,802 kg |
| Displacement | 3,138 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 15 l/100 km |
| Class | Subcompact car |
| Length | 5,018 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,894 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the BMW 6 Series (from registration data). 4 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 3.4 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 14.9 l/100 km | 1985–1988 |
| 3.4 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 14.5 l/100 km | 1985–1988 |
| 3.5 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 19.6 l/100 km | 1987–1988 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other BMW models
Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 54 complaints for the BMW 6 Series, most often about electrical system, structure, unknown or other, forward collision avoidance. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy. In the UK, 87% of BMW 6 Seriess pass their MOT test first time, based on 5,341 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain), DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the BMW 6 Series in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all BMW recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the BMW 6 Series?
- The BMW 6 Series has a rated top speed of 250 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the BMW 6 Series?
- The BMW 6 Series is 5,018 mm long, 1,894 mm wide and 1,446 mm tall.
- How much does the BMW 6 Series weigh?
- The BMW 6 Series has a kerb weight of about 1,802 kg.
- How many seats does the BMW 6 Series have?
- The BMW 6 Series has 5 seats.