BMW has launched the diesel variant of the 6 Series Gran Turismo at prices starting at Rs. 66.50 lakh ex showroom India. The 630d GT will be available in two trims: Luxury and M Sport.
The 630d GT is powered by a 3.0 litre six cylinder turbo diesel engine that develops 265 horsepower and 620 Nm of torque. It does the 0 to 100 kph sprint in 6.1 seconds and comes mated to an eight speed Steptronic automatic gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels. There are five driving modes: Sport, Comfort, Comfort+, Eco Pro and Adaptive. It also features Launch Control and 2 axle air suspension as standard.
On the exterior, the 6 Series GT features a long bonnet, LED headlamps and tail lamps, large kidney grille, chrome elements on the grille, front bumper, rear apron and tail pipe. The M Sport features the M Aerodynamics package that includes M badges on the front fenders, M door sills, car ket with M logo and light weight alloy wheels.
Interior features include a two part panoramic sunroof, Wireless charging for smart phones, electrically adjustable rear seats with cushions, electric sunblinds for rear windows, ambient lighting in six colours, Nappa leather upholstery, wood interior trim with pearl chrome finishers and soft close function for the doors, The iDrive infotainment system with a 10.25 inch touch screen also features gesture control along with Apple CarPlay, navigation and Park Distance Control. The electrically operated tail gate can be opened by waving the foot under the rear apron. Standard boot space is 610 litres that goes up to 1800 litres with the rear seats folded. The rear entertainment package comprises of 2 10.25 inch screens mounted on the front headrests.
The 630d also features Remote Parking where the driver can manoeuver the vehicle into a narrow parking space from outside using the BMW Display Key. Besides other vehicle related information, the smart key also displays service reminders, cabin temperature, mileage range and fuel level.
Exterior colours include: Mineral White, Glacier Silver, Mediterranean Blue and Royal Burgundy Red brilliant effect. The exclusive metallic paintworks for the M Sport range include Carbon Black and Bluestone.
The 6 GT petrol 630i that was launched the Auto Expo earlier this year will get a new design trim from July 2018 onwards. The new BMW 630i Gran Turismo Luxury Line will get chrome design elements on the exterior and fine-wood trim on the interior.
BMW 6 Series GT prices: (ex showroom India)
630d Luxury Line: Rs. 66.50 lakh
630d M Sport: Rs. 73.70 lakh
630i Luxury Line: Rs. 61.80 lakh
