Engine: 4.4-liter dohc 32v V8

Engine Options: 4.4-liter dohc 32-valve V8

Transmission: six-speed automatic with Steptronic

Transmission Options: 6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic with Steptronic; 6-speed sequential manual gearbox (SMG)

Standard Safety Equipment: dual two-stage smart airbags; front safety belt tensioners and force limiters; automatic-locking retractors on all safety belts and Isofix attachments for child restraint seats; active knee protection; ABS, Dynamic Stability Control, electronic brake proportioning, dynamic brake control

Optional Safety Equipment: head protection system (standard on coupe); rollover protection system (standard on convertible)

Basic Warranty:

Assembled In:

Model Tested: BMW 645Ci Coupe ($69,900)

Standard Equipment: climate control w automatic dual control and micron filter; Dakota leather upholstery; moonroof; rain-sensing wipers; Park Distance Control, front/rear w graphic display; heated windshield washer jets; AM/FM/CD w 8 speakers; voice command system; power windows w one touch up/down; 12-way power driver's seat w 4-way power lumbar; three-position memory for driver's seat, steering wheel and outside mirror memory; power tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped multi-functional wheel; universal garage door opener; cruise control; Dynamic Driving Control; flat tire monitor

Options as Tested: Steptronic 6-speed automatic (no charge); Sport Package ($2,800) includes active steering, sport seats, 19-inch sport wheels w performance run-flat tires

Destination Charge: 695

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: rear-wheel drive

Horsepower: 325 @ 6100

Torque: 330 @ 3600

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 18/26

Wheelbase: 109.4 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 190.2/73.0/54.1 inches

Track Front/Rear: 61.3/62.7 inches

Turning Cycle: 37.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 2+2 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 37.3/NA/42.0 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 35.5/NA/28.8 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 13.0 inches

Trunk Volume: cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent

Ground Clearance: inches

Curb Weight: 3792 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: 245/40WR19 / 275/35WR19 run-flat all-season

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS Dynamic Stability Control, electronic brake proportioning, dynamic brake control

Fuel Capacity: 18.5 Gallons