650i xDrive Gran Coupe (2012-2018)

Can you afford a 2012-2018 BMW 6 Series 650i xDrive Gran Coupe in 2025?

# 2012-2018 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe The 650i xDrive Gran Coupe represents BMW's ambitious four-door coupe combining 6 Series sportiness with practical rear doors. Its twin-turbocharged 4.4L V8 delivers 445 horsepower, launching this elegant sedan to 60 mph in around 4.4 seconds. Reviewers praise its striking "coupe-like" silhouette, luxurious cabin, and engaging dynamics, though some criticize rear headroom and complex iDrive interfaces. The xDrive all-wheel-drive system enhances all-weather capability without compromising handling. It's infamous for expensive maintenance and rapid depreciation, making it appealing to value-conscious luxury buyers today. The Gran Coupe excels as a stylish grand tourer for enthusiasts wanting V8 power and premium appointments without the impracticality of a two-door. Best suited for: Experienced luxury car owners comfortable with maintenance costs seeking dramatic styling and performance.

The 650i Gran Coupe features BMW's high-strung N63 V8 engine, notorious for premature turbocharger failure, valve stem seal leaks causing oil consumption, and timing chain issues—all extremely expensive repairs ($5,000-15,000). Premium fuel required. Insurance costs are high due to luxury classification. Parts and labor are expensive. Reliability is significantly below average for the segment.

Price Range

$40,000 - $70,000

Market price for 2025

Estimated Annual Costs

Insurance:$1,800

Maintenance:$3,500

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