BMW launches Edition Sport package for non-M 6-series models in UK
08/12/2008, 5:06 PM
By Drew Johnson
In order to boost the sporting credentials of its non-M 6-series coupes and convertibles, BMW has launched a new Edition Sport package. The new package promises even better handling, and also spruces up the 6-series’ look.
From the outside, an Edition Sport-equipped car can be recognized by its unique hood and 19-inch wheels. Inside, the Edition Sport features brushed aluminum trim.
But the real meat and potatoes of the Edition Sport lie underneath. Thanks to new anti-roll bars, the 6-series front suspension has been stiffened by 10 percent and the rear suspension by 30 percent. The result is a more composed ride and overall improved handling.
650i coupes and convertibles fitted with the Edition Sport package also benefit from a freer-flowing exhaust system.
The Edition Sport package tacks on about £2,000 to the price of a 6-series on the UK, with no word on U.S. availability or pricing.
08/12, 5:13 PM
posted by:
RTT10
its got the new iDrive.. the wood is ugly though
08/12, 5:18 PM
posted by:
howsmydriving
Package, schmackage. They should all be built this way. When you fork out for a BMW, you shouldn’t have to pay a premium for sporty.
08/12, 6:58 PM
posted by:
brassmonkey
Still ugly. Way to go, Bangle.
08/12, 7:45 PM
posted by:
carbonsigma
Er, the first picture is an M6 though…
08/12, 9:00 PM
posted by:
kornkid8600
Er, the first picture is an M6 though…
Something is off, the hood is flat on the M6, thats a new hood, but the bumper and mirrors are coming from an M6 which the rest of the pictures aren’t showing as part of the sports package.
08/12, 9:06 PM
posted by:
Bimmer
‘Inside, the Edition Sport features brushed aluminum trim.’
Well, where is it in the pictures!? All I see is bunch of wood!!! Doesn’t look sporty with it!
08/12, 9:19 PM
posted by:
olds307
J U N K
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08/12, 9:49 PM
posted by:
lightning count
weak,
i hate it when companies do this, M Sport packages and AMG sport packages just devalue and bastardize actual M and AMG vehicles…
its a retarded idea.
08/12, 10:34 PM
posted by:
Lau
I think BMW made a mistake here. Why bother releasing a sport package for a car that already has a model thats “sport”?
Basically, what i’m saying is get rid of the base model 6 series, and make the base the “sport” package, while having “options” and then have the M6. 2 models, and then it’d make sense.
08/12, 11:01 PM
posted by:
Impulsive
Ugly and overpriced …
… “spruces up the 6-series’ look” …. where?
08/13, 12:26 AM
posted by:
olds307
^lmao
08/13, 3:47 AM
posted by:
DriveCritic
Why didn’t BMW just offer this as a facelift for the entire 6-series range?
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08/13, 9:31 AM
posted by:
400horseSS
Thats weak LLN, removing my comments.