BMW 650i Convertible 2012 Review

The new 650th Cabriolet goes on sale in the spring of 2011 in the United States in 2012 as a model. Final price, options and packages to be notified closer to the on-sale date.

Words like "fantastic" and "irresistible" marks the history of BMW convertible. Now, BMW has opened a new chapter in the tradition of open top cars. The new BMW 650i Convertible meets the wishes of the most demanding lover of the automobile as the ultimate driving machine ® innovative luxury and crisp sounds good. In the market for this premium convertible 650I Convertible convincingly with the most advanced technology of the chassis and most innovative comfort, infotainment and safety options.

A bell sweep the door of the whole, the wheelbase and marks the muscular profile represent the proportions of a BMW convertible. The new BMW 650i coupe combines these features with a classic top of the hood with outrigger design. Powerfully surface contour lines of the promise of the BMW driving experience expected. The luxurious ambience of the interior is highlighted by a driver-oriented cabin that surrounds the front and rear passengers in an aesthetic sense of security. Nowhere are the high-end features into this more visible than in the new independent design 10.2 "screen iDrive central control system standard.
BMW 650i Convertible 2012
BMW 650i Convertible 2012
V-8 engine with direct injection and turbocharging precision.

The 4.4-liter V-8 engine develops a maximum of 400 hp between 5500 and 6400 rpm, and makes maximum torque of 450 lb-ft between 1750 and 4500 rpm (preliminary). This unique "reverse flow" engine, the turbo is located in the V-area between the cylinder banks, provides an immediate and sustained surge of power, making it a delight for the energetic enthusiast driver.

Instantaneous power and torque are stand-out features of the V-8 engine available on the new BMW 650i Convertible. The engine combines the fluidity excellent sportsmanship, linear power delivery and exceptional efficiency. The engine can be paired with both the new BMW eight-speed automatic transmission or BMW sport a traditional 6-speed manual, a very popular North American fans.

The new BMW 650i Convertible completes the sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds with manual transmission (4.9 seconds with the automatic 8-speed), and top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph. This engine also features outstanding efficiency of a model output in its class. EPA figures will be available around the time of sale in 2011.

BMW 650i Convertible 2012
BMW 650i Convertible 2012

8-speed automatic sport.

8-speed automatic transmission mounted on the new sporty BMW 650i Convertible offers a perfect combination of speed, flexibility, sportiness and efficiency. Your little time converter slip and fast scroll, which stand out. A train configuration to make this transmission can deliver innovative eight-speed, optimizing energy sprint while allowing the driver to save fuel when driving at low speeds. Naturally, the driver can choose to select gears manually via paddle shifters on the leather sport steering wheel standard.

In addition to the efficiency of the engine and eight-speed Sport automatic, a wide range of BMW EfficientDynamics measures help to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Brake Energy Regeneration, on-demand operation of ancillary components, intelligent lightweight construction and sophisticated aerodynamic efficiency maximum range.

Chassis Management and optional Integral Active Steering.

Innovative chassis technology gives the new BMW 650i convertible tools to provide both sporty driving and comfort. The front double wishbone and multilink rear axle is composed primarily of aluminum. The frame is adapted to the needs of drivers with sporting intentions, although the shock reacts also sensitive to bumps in the road surface with high lateral acceleration. The active roll stabilization combined with dynamic damper control option to give standard answers to the driver even more precise and perfect in flat turn. The electronically controlled shock absorbers adjust to road surface and the style of the driver to fully control the movements of the body of the car.

Electronically controlled damping system for the new BMW 6 Series Convertible adjusts compression and rebound settings, permanently and independently. For example, a rigid frame, which can be combined with a good answer irregular road surfaces. Damping control unit processes the sensor information from the speed of the front wheels and ride height of the car. Driving speed and the damper position chosen by the driver is also taken into account when calculating the damping of each wheel is necessary to align the body's movements. This information is fed back into the damper units only once every 2.5 milliseconds.

Active roll stabilization function (optional) reduces body roll when cornering at high speed and sudden changes of direction, or transitions. Sensors determine the amount of roll based on the driving situation at hand, and it is then quickly and accurately replicated by rotary hydraulic actuators at the front and rear swaybars axle, leading to a significant improvement in the management movement of the body.

The electric power steering standard features speed-sensitive Servotronic vehicle assistance, and serves the family recipe of BMW's response precision, comfort and linear.

The new BMW 650i Convertible is the first car in its class that can be fitted with Integral Active Steering. This system combines the active control system for the front axle (available on the previous generation 6-series convertible) with a new adjustable rear suspension. Just the movement harmonized steering angle on both axles creates a virtual extension or shortening of the wheelbase, which gives greater stability at high speed and maneuverability for parking and use of the city.

BMW 650i Convertible 2012 interior
BMW 650i Convertible 2012 interior

Brakes, wheels and tires.

The lightweight floating ventilated disc brakes with calipers are easy to use with precision, and efficiency is enhanced by Dynamic Stability Control (DSC). DSC technologies such as collector Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), cornering brake control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Start-off assistant, automatic braking function of drying and brake fade compensation. Standard equipment includes the 8.5 x19 inch alloy wheels with all-season tire runflat (size 245/40 R19) and a system for monitoring tire pressure.

Driving Dynamics Control.

With the standard of driving dynamics, the sporty driving qualities dominant athletic and driving comfort chosen by the driver, while demand situations. The driver can choose the parameters of comfort, Normal, Sport and Leisure + states through the large toggle switch on the center console. Parameters affected include the setting of the throttle response, power steering, shock absorbers, roll stabilization (if installed), Integral Active Steering (if equipped), and features automatic shifter. + Sport mode, the mode Dynamic Traction Control system standard Dynamic Stability Control is activated, raising the thresholds of stability in most driving conditions based sport.

The technology backbone is unparalleled advanced engine gives the pilot the ability of the more dynamic and improve ride comfort than the previous generation 6-Series Convertible.

Design: athletic elegance, natural athleticism.

The dynamic driving experience the new BMW 650i coupe is reflected in its sporty exterior design and sporty presence. A long hood, a retreat cabin, long wheelbase and muscular profile to create signature proportions of a BMW convertible. The precise interplay of lines and carefully sculpted sticky surfaces help to give the new BMW 650i Cabrio your program looks awesome.

As the lines outward projection of the nose of the car and continue along its entire length, the curved surfaces of the body are based on the harmonic motion of the waves emitted by an arc of d'boat without piercing the water . Continuing the theme, the waist area that leads into the body mimics the classic character of a tramp.

The new BMW 650i Convertible has a dynamic character to the viewer through the design of the front. Large, slightly tilted forward, the BMW kidney grille - "6 Series a shark nose", as characterized by many fans - give the car a sense of soaring ahead, while a large air intake, amazingly contoured hood and muscular wheel arches hint a powerful engine and traction sports. High quality chrome elements are positioned in the outer edge of the front apron to exacerbate rather than width. Standard LED lamps in front of the chrome.

Xenon adaptive standard of the new BMW 650i Convertible BMW recovers well-known "twin" look of the round headlights. A decorative strip of LEDs on top of them. LED headlights appear familiar through the rings Corona, whose bright white lights illuminate the distinctive front. A series of horizontal light corona ring, in turn, operates the turn signals work.

Solid lines, flowing silhouette gives the BMW 650i convertible exploration elegance. Powerful curves mimic the natural movement of the waves. The character line feature BMW door handle is generated in the front wheel arch - which houses the light side - and extends all the way to join the taillights.

Another character lines is released from the hump of the front wing, which runs strongly in the front wheel like a wave, before descending and continuing horizontally back. Along with the character line, creates a dynamic wedge shape that focuses on the outbreak of the preliminary nature of car.

Wide, flat surface to define the rear of the new BMW 650i Convertible. Prevalence of horizontal lines pushes the weight of the new car's wider track than its predecessor. In addition, up to the other online accentuate the car to concentrate on the road, echoing the approach the front. This is a distinctive V-shape was also created the side edges of the lines trunklid, license plate surround and shape of the reflectors set buffer. Slightly concave at the bottom of the trunklid to produce effects of light and shadow, giving a lightness in more toward the rear of the car.

The two-part rear give the BMW familiar L-shaped with a special benefit sport. Inside, two strips of LED light powered by BMW to create the familiar look "Bloodlines" night. Indicators and brake lights are LED units.

The new BMW 650i Convertible offers smooth power with new roof top with the final architecture. The canvas roof optimized multi-layer based on its acoustic properties and structural rigidity - provides insulation and allows the new convertible to be used comfortably all year. The foothills of the projects on the flanks of 650i at the back, which accentuates the silhouette graceful sweep of the car and gives a unique look. The transition from the roof at the rear of the current, as well as a hardtop coupe.

Heating, vertical rear glass window, located just behind the rear seat is removed, regardless of the hood itself. This reduces the amount of soft-top components to be stored in soft-top space, leaving more room for luggage in the trunk low profile of the new BMW 650i convertible. The independent rear window also provides the right amount of fresh air to be admitted to the car if necessary. Conversely, the rear window to the top while reducing air turbulence continues in the rear to a minimum.

The automatic opening and closing operation of the roof is activated by pressing a button on the center console. Opening the roof takes 19 seconds, the process of closing 24 seconds. Especially, as with the previous generation, the two operations can be activated when traveling at speeds up to 25 km / h (40 km per hour).

Roof new BMW 650i Convertible is available in two colors, including the new beige. Two non-metallic exterior paint color and seven metallic shades are available. Exclusive Nappa leather is standard in the United States, and can be ordered in four colors (red vermilion, ivory, brown, black and cinnamon). Instrument panel, center console, and the top panel back door and half-cut is also covered in Nappa leather with contrast stitching color as an option.

BMW interior with driver-focused cockpit traditional.

The new BMW 650i Convertible is designed to be a 2 +2 seating. The interior features bucket seats for driver and front passenger and rear passengers. High quality materials, carefully coordinated colors and, again, the surfaces of full training combine to produce an atmosphere defined by luxury, style and Teutonic scanning functionality. A feature of the interior of BMW's engine design led to the cabin. The central part of the dashboard, center screen that contains the iDrive system, ventilation and audio controls and air conditioning are slightly angled toward the driver. Moreover, the shift lever and parking brake switch, operation and dynamic behavior of the roof control are on a surface that opens to the driver and below the front passenger side of center console .

The front passenger area is bounded by the surface curves away from the elegant hand-side of the ditch over the edge of the center console, up and away into the dashboard, and then cut horizontally through the door. This offers a harmonious surrounding the front passenger area, creating a feeling of safety alone. Stroking the back of the area of ​​life, which extends for some internal parts of the headrests, emphasizes the individual seats in the back.