BMW 6-Series GT Receives A New Entry-Level Diesel Engine

The BMW 6-Series GT lineup is growing as the company has taken the wraps off the new 620d Gran Turismo.

Set to go on sale in Germany in June, the 620d has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine that develops 190 PS (140 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission which enables the hatchback to accelerate from 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 7.9 seconds before hitting a top speed of 220 km/h (136 mph).

Unsurprisingly, the model is slower than the 630d Gran Turismo which as a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 265 PS (195 kW) and 620 Nm (457 lb-ft) of torque. That particular model runs from 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 6.1 seconds and can reach a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Of course, the 630d’s performance comes at a cost as the model has a combined fuel consumption rating of between 5.5 and 5.8 L/100km (42.7 to 40.5 mpg US) with CO2 emissions ranging from 146-152 g/km. The 620d is notably more eco-friendly as the model consumes between 4.8 and 4.9 L/100km (49 to 48 mpg US). The CO2 emissions are also better as the model emits between 127-129 g/km.

BMW hasn’t disclosed pricing information but the 620d will undoubtedly slot beneath the 630d which starts at €66,900 ($80,002). The company was also coy on equipment details but the automaker stated all available suspension systems on the 6-Series Gran Turismo will be offered on the 620d. This means the model can be equipped with an Adaptive Two-Axle Air Suspension, Integral Active Steering and the Executive Drive system with Active Roll Stabilization.