Under the Hood
The 640i is powered by a 315-horsepower, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. Its peak torque rating is 332 pounds-feet. BMW cites a zero to 60 mph time of 5.5 seconds for both the coupe and convertible. The standard eight-speed automatic transmission includes steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles.
Other standard features include computer-controlled adaptive shock absorbers and Driving Dynamics Control, which allows the driver to adjust the ride quality, accelerator response, power-steering assist level and automatic transmission behavior.
Optional mechanical upgrades include active stabilizer bars and active steering, the latter of which adds rear-wheel steering to the earlier generation's variable-ratio front steering system.
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Messages
General information
Whether or not text messages and e-mails from
the mobile phone are displayed depends on
whether transmission from the mobile phone to
the vehicle is supported. Text messages ...
Washer fluid
Washer fluid is flammable. Therefore, keep it
away from ignition sources and only store it in the closed original container that
is kept out of reach of children; otherwise, there is a risk of pe ...
Releasing the parking brake manually
In the event of an electrical power loss or electrical
malfunction, you can release the parking
brake manually.
Secure the vehicle against rolling
Before releasing the parking brake manually, ...