It may be difficult to put a label on the 2018 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, but there's no question about the level of performance and luxury it brings to the table.The 640i is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six (315 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of torque) matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shift paddles.
PROS Modern interior is trimmed with excellent materials Distinctive styling for a sedan of this size Smooth, effortless power from either engine Lots of standard features
CONS Backseat is more cramped than in similar coupe-styled sedans Not as quick as some rivals, regardless of engine More expensive than most competitors
One of the ultimate grand-tourers, the BMW 6-Series stands ready to eat up miles, buyers' budgets, and premium unleaded.
Pros Stunning Gran Coupe Luxo-barge-lite Huge range of options Fantastic powertrains Even the 640i feels special...
Cons ... as it should for $80,000-plus Not really a corner carver Low roofline compromises head room Watch the price skyrocket
The 2018 BMW 6-Series ranked #5 in Luxury Large Cars. Currently the BMW 6-Series has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 45 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Several powerful engine choices User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Undersized rear seats
The 2018 Audi A8 ranks well among super luxury cars, thanks to its athletic performance and sumptuous interior. Where the A8 falls short is with its outdated infotainment system and small trunk.
Pros Very comfortable seats and loads of rear-seat legroom Refined, quiet interior Powerful, fuel-efficient base engine
Cons Tiny trunk for a car this size Outdated infotainment system with some hard-to-reach controls
The 2018 Audi A8 is a luxurious full-size new car that's decidedly old school. It's comfortable and quiet, but lacking new self-driving features.
Pros Opulent interior Standard all-wheel drive Beautiful executive trims for rear seats Big V-8 is fast Long wheelbase will please a crowd
Cons Conservative exterior Lacking self-driving tech V-8 is a pricey upgrade
Overall, though, the 2018 A8 gives up little in terms of comfort, luxury and performance. The 4.0T engine, a 450-horsepower turbocharged V8, is of special note for its ability to sprint from zero to 60 mph in about 4 seconds while matching the 22 mpg combined of the standard V6.
PROS Impeccably crafted cabin Engines provide plenty of power with decent efficiency Responsive steering and cornering for a big sedan All-wheel drive is standard
CONS Relatively small trunk Lacks the latest tech offered by rivals and newer Audis
