Power delivery is more than generous, the exhaust burbles and pops gently during gear shifts, and the entire experience of the opened-up 650 is liquid smooth, quietly aggressive and very quick. Four-wheel steering and active motorized sway bars enhance agility and can make the 650i feel smaller and easier to drive.
Comfort first
This car isn't a corner-carving weapon first and foremost - and it's big, comfortable and heavy. Though it's willing to play ball if you toss it around, the 650i doesn't constantly encourage exploration of its limits like sportier BMW models. The 650i is more about relaxing, taking in the scenery, and looking good doing it.
So, how much? Carrying a list of options worth as much as a nice Honda, the tested 650i Cabriolet stickered at just over $129,000 worth of cutting-edge German luxury, performance and engineering advancements.
Just be sure to consider the Jaguar XKR as well. This British posh-rocket is your writer's favourite 6 Series competitor, and one that packs 110 more horsepower and a far more aggressive demeanor into the same pricing ballpark. The Jag is more old-school, but it is sexy as all heck - and has an exhaust note that could shatter nearby glass objects.
Still, the 650i Cabriolet is a must-drive for folks looking to invest their hard-earned hundred-plus grand on a drop-top that prioritizes comfort, technology, luxury and performance.
Be sure to give it a test drive alongside the aforementioned Jaguar XKR and Mercedes-Benz CL-Class or SL-Class. Having to choose a vehicle in this segment is a nice problem to have.
Comfort first
This car isn't a corner-carving weapon first and foremost - and it's big, comfortable and heavy. Though it's willing to play ball if you toss it around, the 650i doesn't constantly encourage exploration of its limits like sportier BMW models. The 650i is more about relaxing, taking in the scenery, and looking good doing it.
So, how much? Carrying a list of options worth as much as a nice Honda, the tested 650i Cabriolet stickered at just over $129,000 worth of cutting-edge German luxury, performance and engineering advancements.
 |
| The tested 650i Cabriolet stickered at just over $129,000 worth of cutting-edge German luxury, performance and engineering advancements. (Photo: Justin Pritchard/Auto123.com) |
Just be sure to consider the Jaguar XKR as well. This British posh-rocket is your writer's favourite 6 Series competitor, and one that packs 110 more horsepower and a far more aggressive demeanor into the same pricing ballpark. The Jag is more old-school, but it is sexy as all heck - and has an exhaust note that could shatter nearby glass objects.
Still, the 650i Cabriolet is a must-drive for folks looking to invest their hard-earned hundred-plus grand on a drop-top that prioritizes comfort, technology, luxury and performance.
Be sure to give it a test drive alongside the aforementioned Jaguar XKR and Mercedes-Benz CL-Class or SL-Class. Having to choose a vehicle in this segment is a nice problem to have.
Article Gallery