2017 BMW 6 Series Specifications Overview
The 2017 BMW 6 Series is certified across 13 configurations with 3L 6-Cylinder Engine, 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (S8). EPA classified under the Subcompact Cars / Compact Cars size category.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (13)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 640i Coupe Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 640i Convertible Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 640i Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 640i xDrive Coupe Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 640i xDrive Convertible Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 640i xDrive Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 650i xDrive Coupe Subcompact Cars | 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 650i Coupe Subcompact Cars | 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 650i Convertible Subcompact Cars | 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 650i Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 650i xDrive Convertible Subcompact Cars | 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 650i xDrive Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Compact Cars
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2017 BMW 6 Series 4 DR AWD
- 2017 BMW 6 Series C AWD
- 2017 BMW 6 Series 2 DR AWD
- 2017 BMW 6 Series 4 DR RWD
- 2017 BMW 6 Series C RWD
- 2017 BMW 6 Series 2 DR RWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
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