2009 BMW 6 Series: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main year-over-year change for the 2009 BMW 6 Series is the addition of the 650i trim. Beyond that lineup change, this was a quiet carryover year with no major updates to the powertrain, styling, safety equipment, cabin technology, or chassis.
About the 2009 BMW 6 Series
1st generation (E63/E64, 2004-2010), second year after the 2008 refresh and the second-to-last model year.
BMW positions the 6 Series as a high-style luxury two-door built for strong acceleration, smooth highway cruising, and special-occasion presence rather than stripped-down sports-car purity. In BMW’s own framing, it is a modern take on the classic grand-touring coupe or convertible: V8 power, a usable 2+2 cabin, premium materials, and advanced comfort/driver-assist technology wrapped in dramatic styling. For most buyers, the appeal is the blend of speed, comfort, and visual drama in one car.
The 2009 650i is a V8-powered luxury grand tourer sold as a coupe and convertible, with an emphasis on comfortable long-distance performance rather than track-focused driving. Its signature equipment includes a 360-horsepower 4.8-liter V8, a navigation system with an iDrive controller and voice control, leather power seats, adaptive xenon headlights, and front and rear parking sensors.
What changed, by category
2009 BMW 6 Series specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd OD Manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 14–15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21–22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 360 hp |
| Torque | 360 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.4–13 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29–30.1 in |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Bluetooth | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2009 BMW 6 Series compared with the 2008 model?
The 650i trim joined the lineup for 2009. Otherwise, the engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, styling, safety equipment, cabin technology, and chassis carried over without major changes.
Was the 2009 BMW 6 Series redesigned?
No, the 2009 BMW 6 Series was not redesigned. It remained part of the E63/E64 generation and was the second model year after the 2008 refresh.
What engine does the 2009 BMW 650i have?
The 2009 BMW 650i has a 4.8-liter V8 producing 360 horsepower. It sends power to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.
Did the 2009 BMW 6 Series receive new safety or cabin technology?
No, the 2009 BMW 6 Series received no identified lineup-wide changes to its safety equipment, infotainment, or driver interface.
Was the 2009 BMW 650i sold as both a coupe and a convertible?
Yes, the 2009 BMW 650i was sold in both coupe and convertible body styles. Both followed the same V8-powered luxury touring formula.