xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
Priced at $124,400, the Alpin aB6 Gran Coupe comes powered with a robust 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 591 horsepower. The V8 powertrain is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels
Ever wondered how it feels to get a car with a combination of luxury and performance? Today, we are discussing the 2019 BMW Alpina B6 Gran Coupe that belongs to the four-door Sedan segment. The Alpina B6 is one of two limited-production models under BMW's Alpina division. The B6 comes offered with several packages along with stand-alone options that enhance the interior as well as safety.
The BMW B6 Alpina Gran Coupe is available in a single 4-door Sedan trim level. Though the carmaker has offered three additional packages with the trim named Driving Assistance Plus Package, Executive Package, and Parking Assistance Package. The trim is available at an MSRP of $124,400 plus the cost of the package opted by you.
Trim |
2019 BMW ALPINA B6 xDrive Gran Coupe |
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MSRP (Manual) |
$124,400 |
Key Features |
Power tilt/telescopic SWITCH-TRONIC multi-function sport steering wheel with controls for audio system |
Cruise control |
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Bluetooth wireless communication for hands-free mobile phone |
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Hand-finished in ALPINA LAVALINA Leather with green/blue stitching |
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Enhanced USB and Bluetooth |
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Apple CarPlay Compatibility with 1-year trial |
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ALPINA instrument cluster |
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Expanded Check Control vehicle monitor system |
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iDrive 6.0 system with on-board computer and touchpad Controller, and 8 programmable memory buttons |
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Rear-view Camera |
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Exterior temperature display with alarm for freezing temperatures |
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Dynamic Cruise Control |
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BMW Navigation system with 10.2- inch high-resolution screen; 3-D maps; 200 GB hard drive with 20 GB storage for audio files |
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Voice command system with Natural Language Understanding |
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Over-the-Air (OTA) updates for map data up to 4 times annually |
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Advanced Real Time Traffic Information |
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ConnectedDrive Services |
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BMW TeleService |
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Tire Pressure Monitor |
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Heated driver's door lock and rear-window defroster |
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The 2019 BMW Alpina B6 Gran Coupe is available in a single trim, therefore, you only have the option to add extra packages that come at extra cost. Each package offers a unique feature. The Driver Assistance Package that adds more safety while the Executive package adds more comfort to the car with the help of ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel.
Powering the Alpina Gran Coupe is a 4.4 Liter V8 turbocharged engine that delivers 591 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. The engine is further paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission that ignites the sportier version of the Alpina Sedan. Talking about the rivals, the Mercedes AMG S63 propels 603 hp with its 4.0-liter V8 Biturbo engine.
Models |
BMW Alpina B6 Gran coupe |
Mercedes AMG S63 sedan |
Jaguar XJ Supercharged sedan |
Audi RS7 4.0 quattro sedan |
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MSRP |
$125,395 |
$168,000 |
$93,995 |
$114,875 |
Engine |
4.4L V8 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded |
4.0L V8 Biturbo |
5.0L V8 Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded |
4.0L V8 |
Transmission |
8 Speed automatic |
9 Speed automatic |
8 Speed automatic |
8 Speed automatic |
Horsepower |
591 hp@ 6000 rpm |
603 hp@ 5800 rpm |
470 hp@ 6000 rpm |
560 hp@ 5700 rpm |
Torque |
590 ft-lbs@ 3500 rpm |
664 ft-lbs@ 3000 rpm |
424 ft-lbs@ 2000 rpm |
516 ft-lbs@ 2500 rpm |
When it comes to acceleration, the Alpina B6 is no less. The massive 4.4-liter V8 makes the car sprint zero to 60 mph in mere 3.6 seconds and a quarter mile in 11.8 seconds. The fastest of all is Mercedes AMG S63.
Models |
BMW Alpina B6 Gran coupe |
Mercedes AMG S63 sedan |
Jaguar XJ Supercharged sedan |
Audi RS7 4.0 quattro sedan |
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0-60 MPH |
3.6 sec |
3.3 sec |
5.7 sec |
3.6 sec |
Quarter mile |
11.8 sec |
11.2 sec |
12.3 sec |
11.6 sec |
Engine |
4.4L V8 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded |
4.0L V8 Biturbo |
5.0L V8 Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded |
4.0L V8 |
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year) |
N/A |
8.8 |
N/A |
10.4 |
The BMW Alpina B6 is essentially an AWD car, unlike the BMW M6 regular model. With power transmitted to all four wheels, the Alpina handles like no other BMW. Overall, the drive is precise and sharp with the soft suspensions taking over the rough pavements.
With a stopping distance of 102 feet, the BMW B6 Alpina showcases its impeccable braking capability. The Audi RS7 does the same at 105 feet.
Model |
BMW Alpina B6 Gran coupe |
Mercedes AMG S63 sedan |
Jaguar XJ Supercharged sedan |
Audi RS7 4.0 quattro sedan |
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Brake Front (in.) |
14.7 |
15.4 |
14 |
15.4 |
Brake Rear (in.) |
14.6 |
14.2 |
12.8 |
14 |
Curb Weight (lbs.) |
4780 |
4832 |
4134 |
4497 |
60-0 MPH (ft.) |
102 |
N/A |
121 |
15 |
One doesn't mind about the fuel economy while riding a BMW Alpina. However, the massive V8 returns 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway, which is decent for a car in this class. The Mercedes AMG offers better fuel economy on the highway. Otherwise, the fuel economy is decent in all respects.
Model |
BMW Alpina B6 Gran coupe |
Mercedes AMG S63 sedan |
Jaguar XJ Supercharged sedan |
Audi RS7 4.0 quattro sedan |
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MPG (city) |
17 |
17 |
15 |
14 |
MPG (highway) |
25 |
27 |
23 |
21 |
MPG (combined) |
20 |
20 |
18 |
17 |
Range (miles) (city/highway) |
N/A |
N/A |
317/485 |
277/475 |
Tank Capacity (gal) |
18.5 |
20.7 |
21.1 |
19.8 |
The BMW Alpina B6 comes with upmarket interior design and comfort. The B6's interior gets wrapped in high-quality leather upholstery surrounded by an array of exotic materials. The heated front seats are offered with 16-way adjustability plus 4-way lumbar adjustment. The Alpina B6 holds enough leg room for front and rear passengers with a passenger capacity of five.
Model |
BMW Alpina B6 Gran coupe |
Mercedes AMG S63 sedan |
Jaguar XJ Supercharged sedan |
Audi RS7 4.0 quattro sedan |
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Passenger capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
4 |
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.) |
40.6/56.7/42.1 |
42.1/61.2/41.9 |
39.5/57.6/41.5 |
36.9/57.2/41.3 |
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.) |
37.0/54.6/35.3 |
37.4/61.4/42.3 |
37.2/56.6/38.9 |
36.6/55.9/37.0 |
Interior Features
Alpina's infotainment is similar to the one assembled in the BMW M6. The infotainment includes a 10.2inch display along with equipment like satellite navigation, DAB radio, USB connectivity, built-in-hotspot, and Apple CarPlay.
The Alpina B6 offers 13 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seats. It has very less space in the rear in comparison to Audi's massive 24.5 cubic feet trunk.
Model |
BMW Alpina B6 Gran coupe |
Mercedes AMG S63 sedan |
Jaguar XJ Supercharged sedan |
Audi RS7 4.0 quattro sedan |
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Cargo Volume (ft.3) |
13.0 |
18.0 |
15.2 |
24.5 |
The BMW Alpina B6 is offered with a total length of 197.1 inches, making it one of the shortest cars in the class. The Mercedes S63 measures 208.2 in. in length followed by the Jaguar XJ at 202 inches. Due to the sloping roofline, you might find limited space in the rear headroom. The Alpina is the heaviest of all with a curb weight of 4780 pounds, after the Mercedes AMG weighing 4832 lbs.
Model |
BMW Alpina B6 Gran coupe |
Mercedes AMG S63 sedan |
Jaguar XJ Supercharged sedan |
Audi RS7 4.0 quattro sedan |
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Curb weight (lbs.) |
4780 |
4832 |
4134 |
4497 |
Length(in) |
197.1 |
208.4 |
202.0 |
197.3 |
Width(in) |
74.6 |
83.8 |
74.8 |
75.2 |
Height(in) |
55.0 |
59.0 |
57.5 |
55.8 |
Ground clearance (in) |
4.3 |
4.7 |
N/A |
N/A |
Wheelbase (in) |
116.9 |
124.6 |
119.4 |
114.8 |
Track width (in) F/R |
62.8/63.9 |
64.7/64.7 |
64/63.1 |
64.3/64 |
Exterior Features
The 2019 BMW Alpina B6 has not been tested by the IIHS or NHTSA yet.
Safety Features
The Audi RS7 is a genuine racing DNA. It has received a massive makeover from its last generation. The exterior design has surely hurt the BMW fanboys. On the inside, the RS7 comes with the latest features like Audi's Virtual cockpit. The performance figures are quite better than the B6.
With better performance, design, and features, the BMW Alpina is a good contender to the Jaguar XJ. The Jaguar XJ looks more or less outdated now. Though it shares an engine with the F-type, it could not better the performance figures.
The Mercedes S63 AMG is a complete luxury car with a heck of a performance. The new generation is fun to drive altogether. In terms of interior refinement or design, the S63 beats the Alpina B6 by a big margin. The S63 is more powerful than the BMW B6, making the former a better choice.
The BMW Alpina B6 Gran Coupe is a great car to have in your garage. With the latest enhancements on the exterior and interior front, the carmaker is pretty sure about selling off in one go. The usage of fine ceramic and wood ensures a complete sophisticated appeal to the car. The extra packages make the car complete. If you are looking for a performance luxury car that meets your expectations, the Mercedes AMG S63 is worth considering.