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 Lexus GS is a worthy rival to its German foes in terms of luxury and handling, but its engine lineup is falling behind the competition.
Pros Handling and poise Voluptuous sheet metal Comfortable, supportive front seats Crisp F Sport steering Connectivity complete with Enform
Cons F Sport's stiffer ride Responsiveness in GS 300 Mediocre mileage for GS 350 Tight back-seat knee room Cabin's plastic trim
The Lexus GS 350 rolls into 2018 without significant changes.The 2018 Lexus GS 350 is a multitalented luxury sedan that artfully blends comfort, sophistication and performance. Despite its advancing age — the current generation has been around for five years — the GS still makes a compelling choice with a well-appointed interior, eager powertrain, sure handling and a smooth ride.
PROS Comfortable and spacious interior feels rich and luxurious All-wheel drive and high-performance versions cover most driver needs
CONS Trunk not expandable because rear seatbacks do not fold down Entertainment and navigation system controller is hard to use
