JEDDAH: The new third generation BMW 6 Series has made its debut in the Kingdom, over 30 years after the Bavarian manufacturer launched the first BMW 6 Series model. Arriving at Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors showrooms Kingdom-wide, the new BMW 6 Series Convertible has a new interior and exterior design and comes with a wealth of new technology highlights that distinguish the new car from the predecessor model. Offering stylish design, outstanding performance, luxury and sheer driving pleasure, the latest generation model is expected to set trends in the premium car segment. The new BMW 6 Series Coupé will be available locally in the second half of 2011. The new BMW 6 Series Convertible is available in Saudi Arabia with two engine variants: 650i and 640i, which offer more power and more fuel efficiency than their predecessors. The eight-cylinder power unit in the BMW 650i Convertible produces 407 hp and the BMW 640i Convertible generates 320 hp. Both engines come with BMW TwinPower Turbo power, direct fuel injection and Valvetronic technologies team up as standard with an eight-speed Sports automatic gearbox. Some new characteristics include a “shark nose” in its front end design giving the car a sense of surging forward, while a broad air intake, strikingly contoured bonnet and muscular wheel arches hint at its powerful engine technology and impressive road holding promise. Anees Jamjoom, general manager at Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, said: “Convertible models are important for us as they reiterate the athletic appeal and sportiness of the BMW brand. The new generation 6 Series will add a new chapter to a tradition of impressive BMW open-top cars.” The luxurious atmosphere of the new BMW 6 Series Convertible interior is highlighted by the driver-oriented set up and offers individually tailored seats for the driver, front and rear passengers. The roof of the new BMW 6 Series Convertible takes just 19 seconds to open and closes within 24 seconds. Both operations can be activated while on the move at speeds of up to 40 km/h.
