1989 BMW M6 Coupe Base
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Photo: BMW M6 (E24) departs Schaffen-Diest (2015) by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: BMW M6 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: BMW M6 (E24) Retro Classics 2024 IMG 9158 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: BMW E24 M6 US Rear fender by Micham6, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: BMW E24 M6 US Dashboard w extra padded lower trim panel by Micham6, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the E24 M6 (E24, 1987–1989); trim, color, and model year may differ.
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- Photo: BMW M6 (E24) departs Schaffen-Diest (2015) by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW M6 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW M6 (E24) Retro Classics 2024 IMG 9158 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW E24 M6 US Rear fender by Micham6, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW E24 M6 US Dashboard w extra padded lower trim panel by Micham6, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1989 BMW M6 Coupe Base is a 256-hp 3.5-liter inline-6 coupe with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 12 mpg combined.
It makes 256 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 243 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 9 mpg city and 17 mpg highway (12 mpg combined).
The M6 Coupe measures 193.8 inches long on a 103.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,569 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.5L naturally aspirated DOHC 24-valve I6 (S38B35, catalyzed U.S. spec) |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 256 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 243 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual (Getrag 280) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 9 MPG |
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Combined | 12 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.8 in |
| Width | 67.9 in |
| Height | 53.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 103 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,569 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1989 BMW M6 Coupe Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1989 BMW M6 Coupe.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.