Comparison - BMW ALPINA B6 Gran Coupe xDrive 2019 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLC-class plug-in hybrid 2023

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Average Price: 
$
124,400
Updated: 
11 Oct 2018
$
49,100
Updated: 
12 Jun 2023
Car Type: 
Car
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2023
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
18.50gals
17.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Tanzanite Blue Metallic
#1a3b5c
Melbourne Red Metallic
#920f0d
Jet Black
#000000
Glacier Silver Metallic
#f4faf8
ALPINA Green Metallic
#0d5655
Ruby Black Metallic
#352a30
Citrin Black Metallic
#313129
Frozen Brilliant White Metallic
#e5e5e3
Moonstone Metallic
#999a94
Jatoba Brown Metallic
#605953
ALPINA Blue Metallic
#2b2f55
Mediterranean Blue Metallic
#213955
Frozen Bronze Metallic
#7f7367
Mineral White Metallic
#eaeaea
Alpine White
#fafafa
Black Sapphire Metallic
#000000
Space Gray Metallic
#889093
Color: 
Black
#2B2D31
#EFEEF1
#5C5C5E
#909090
#24426A
#ADB0B7
#4A88C0
#454B4F
#952D2E

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2019 BMW Alpina B6 Gran Coupe belongs to the contemporary set of sloped-roof four-doors, combining the sporty look of a luxury coupe with the convenience of a sedan. Apple CarPlay support is now included.Based on the fourth 6 Series generation introduced for 2017.

Pros
Scintillating power and acceleration from the turbocharged V8 engine
All-wheel drive provides sure-footed traction
Lavishly trimmed and equipped interior
More exclusive than BMW M models

Cons
Coupe shape compromises backseat accommodations
Some may find the styling enhancements too subtle for the price tag
Subscription-based Apple CarPlay support

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Smooth-running powertrain,
deluxe interior,
expensive looks match its starting price.

Cons
Not as athletic as its rivals,
steering could be more tactile,
infotainment interface isn't as intuitive as we'd like.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Connected steering with just the right amount of weight
Quiet and comfortable with excellent ride quality
Mild hybrid system improves responsiveness and efficiency
Interior build quality and materials are exceptional

Cons
Wireless charging pad is hard to reach
Where are the ventilated seats?
Plug-in model not available yet
Multimedia system can be complicated to use

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
16
Cylinders: 
8
V
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.40L
2.00L
Torque: 
590ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
295ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
591hp
at 6 000rpm
255hp
at 5 800rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.40Feet
38.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
tilt and telescopic steering wheel
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
extended cabin heating
Leather steering wheel
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Turn signal in mirrors
Keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
197.10in
185.70in
Width: 
74.60in
81.70in
Height: 
55.00in
64.60in
Ground Clearance: 
4.30in
Wheel Base: 
116.90in
113.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.60
41.30
Rear Head Room: 
37.00
39.70
Front Leg Room: 
42.10in
40.70in
Rear leg room: 
35.30in
37.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.70in
57.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
54.60in
56.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
13.00cu.ft
59.30cu.ft
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
13.00cu.ft
21.90cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
4780.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no
More Instruments: 
Center limited slip differential

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors
4 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass moonroof
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
no
yes
Front Seats Features: 
14 -way power passenger seat
height adjustable passenger seat
premium leather
sport front seats
multi-level heating driver seat
14 -way power driver seat
height adjustable driver seat
multi-level heating passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
driver seat thigh extension
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
10-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat thigh extension
10-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat thigh extension
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Split-folding rear seatback
folding center armrest
Folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
four-wheel independent suspension, Front and rear stabilizer bar,

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Dual zone front climate control
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Rear ventilation ducts

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
harman/kardon premium brand speakers
16 total speakers
600 watts stereo output
speed sensitive volume control
2 subwoofer(s)
USB connection
harman/kardon premium brand stereo system
surround audio surround audio (discrete)
11.9" infotainment display size
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB with external media control
Speed sensitive volume control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
no
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 10.0 In.
18 x 8.0
Wheels more: 
295/30R (Y) tires
20 x 10.0 in. wheels
Performance tires
alloy wheels
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
295.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
30
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated front disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear ventilated disc brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rear door child safety locks
cornering lights
Turn signal mirrors
stability control
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
remote anti-theft alarm system
tire pressure monitoring
pre-collision safety system
brake drying
self-leveling headlights
emergency braking preparation
front fog/driving lights
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
child seat anchors
Rear integrated headrests
Emergency braking assist
adaptive headlights
high pressure washers headlamps
Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
LED headlamp
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Pre-collision safety system
Blind spot warning accident avoidance system

Options

Packages: 
Driving Assistance Package
Driver Assistance Plus Package
Parking Assistance Package
Executive Package
Exterior Options: 
20" APLINA CLASSIC Light Alloy Wheels w/All-Season Tires
All-Season Tires
Interior Options: 
Alcantara Headliner In Upholstery Color
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
Night Vision w/Pedestrian Detection

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Opal White/Amaro Brown Merino, premium leather
#dadad8
Vermilion Red Nappa, premium leather
#7a3e34
Cognac/Black Bi-Color Nappa, premium leather
#9c745b
Platinum/Black Full Merino, premium leather
#d7d4c1
Canyon Brown Full Merino, premium leather
#69625c
Ivory White/Black Bi-Color Nappa, premium leather
#aeada8
Champagne Full Merino, premium leather
#dbcca5
Opal White Full Merino, premium leather
#dadad8
Amaro Brown Full Merino, premium leather
#764b28
Black Nappa, premium leather
#000000