The 2019 BMW Alpina B6 Gran Coupe belongs to the contemporary set of sloped-roof four-doors, combining the sporty look of a luxury coupe with the convenience of a sedan. Apple CarPlay support is now included.Based on the fourth 6 Series generation introduced for 2017.
Pros Scintillating power and acceleration from the turbocharged V8 engine All-wheel drive provides sure-footed traction Lavishly trimmed and equipped interior More exclusive than BMW M models
Cons Coupe shape compromises backseat accommodations Some may find the styling enhancements too subtle for the price tag Subscription-based Apple CarPlay support
The 2019 BMW M5 Sedan is offered in the following styles: 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A), and Competition 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A). The 2019 BMW M5 Sedan comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.
Pros Sharper handling from revised suspension Boffo V8's prodigious thrust All-wheel drive increases performance capability Premium cabin packed with features
Cons Daunting number of powertrain and suspension settings Stiff on bumpy roads, even in Comfort mode
Pros More power, sharper handling, no real downside.
Cons $7300 price premium, modest improvements over the already-stupendous standard M5.
Goodbye standard M5, hello M5 Competition; shortly the only version you'll be able to buy in Australia. Will the bump in performance be worth the jump in price?
Pros Sharper chassis Huge fun Still pretty civilised
Cons Feels its size on the track Lacks the rear-drive purity of its predecessors
