The GT formula did not live up to BMW’s expectations, as the Gran Turismo models were far from a commercial success. The 6 Series is still produced in India for the local market, but the G32 is living on borrowed time. A direct successor seems highly unlikely given the unpopularity of these oversized hatchbacks.
In a parallel universe, there would be a new 6 Series Gran Turismo based on the latest 5 Series G60/G61. This speculative rendering imagines a future that is unlikely, as the days of experimenting with body shapes are over. With BMW discontinuing a crossover like the X4, the bean counters from Munich would certainly be against another niche model.
Still, it’s interesting to see what might have been. This imaginary 6 Series GT combines a sloping roofline with a more practical tailgate for a sleek fastback shape. It really doesn’t look too bad; I dare say it’s better executed than the oddball 5 Series Gran Turismo F07. Such a car would have a longer wheelbase than a regular 5 Series sedan/touring for more legroom in the rear. However, a standard G60/G61 is already a huge car, measuring over five metres long.
No matter how good it would look, the truth is that a new 6 GT is simply not necessary. If you need a more practical 5 Series, you can just get the Touring. It’s even coming to the US, but only in M5 form for now. Dealers are asking for a high-end G61 version, but it’s too early to say if BMW USA will comply.
Although I prefer this shape to a conventional trunk-lid sedan, I may be in the minority. There’s no denying that this body shape is more practical than a traditional three-box sedan, but the Gran Turismo recipe hasn’t really worked for BMW. With the huge sums being poured into electrification, there’s no point investing in a product that’s likely doomed to failure.
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