BMW has unveiled the 6-Series Gran Coupe. Designed to battle the Mercedes CLS, the sedan measures 4.4 inches (111 mm) longer than the 6-Series Coupe.

The exterior styling is instantly recognizable but highlights include xenon headlights and 18-inch alloy wheels.

The car will hit USA showrooms with three models: a 3.0L 315 hp Twin Turbo V6, a 4.4L 415 hp Twin Turbo V8, and all wheel drive “xDrive” model with the same V8.

The former engine will hit 0-62 in 5.4 seconds while the top of the line V8 will reach 62 in just 4.6 seconds.

All three 6 Series Gran Coupe variants use BMW’s eight-speed automatic transmission, and all have top speed restricted to 155 mph.

Inside, the cabin is luxuriously appointed with Dakota leather, heated front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control.

There’s also a “4+1” seating arrangement and a boot that holds 460 liters (16.2 cubic feet) of luggage.

Other features include adaptive LED headlamps, Active Roll Stabilization, Integral Active Steering, active cruise control, night vision with pedestrian detection, and a Bang & Olufsen surround-sound audio system.

Sources: Worldcarfans – Acquiremag