2016 BMW 650i Convertible
The 2016 BMW 650i Convertible is a convertible. It has a 4.4-litre turbocharged eight-cylinder engine producing 445 hp (332 kW), with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 4.9 seconds and top speed is 155 mph (249 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2016 BMW 650I CONVERTIBLE
The 2016 BMW 650i Convertible is the V8-powered open-top version of the third-generation 6 Series (F12), a four-seater with a fabric roof. It uses the 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8, rated at 445 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque, and this entry covers the rear-wheel-drive version with the eight-speed automatic transmission. An all-wheel-drive 650i xDrive Convertible was also offered.
The facelifted 6 Series
The 2016 model year brought the 6 Series’ mid-life update, with a reworked front bumper and lighting, new exterior colours and interior trim options. The V8 had already been upgraded from 400 hp to 445 hp for the 2013 model year. The F12 convertible had launched the generation in 2011 as an early 2012 model, ahead of the coupe and the four-door Gran Coupe.
What it is like
The 650i Convertible is a grand tourer rather than a sports car. Its fabric roof has a separate, power-operated glass rear window that can be lowered with the roof up for ventilation. The rear seats suit children or adults on short trips, and the boot is reasonably sized for a convertible. The V8 gives effortless performance and a muscular soundtrack.
Buying one today
BMW’s N63 V8 family has a well-known record of issues, including high oil consumption, failing valve stem seals, timing chain wear, leaking coolant pipes in the hot “vee” between the cylinder banks and fuel injector problems. BMW addressed many of these through service campaigns, so documented history is important. Check the roof mechanism and hydraulics carefully.
Rivals
Competitors included the Mercedes-Benz SL550, the Jaguar F-Type Convertible and the Maserati GranCabrio.
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed October 31, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | 650i Convertible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2016 | Version / Trim | BMW 2016 650i Convertible |
| Body Style | Convertible | Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Mineral Gray Metallic, Glacier Silver Metallic, Imperial Blue Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Estoril Blue Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic, Sunset Orange Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Engine | 4.4L 8-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 4,400 cc |
| Power | 445 hp / 332 kW | Torque | 650 Nm / 480 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 4.9 sec | Top Speed | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 17 mpg city / 25 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,855 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,810 kg (3,990 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2016 CONVERTIBLES
Compared with other 2016 convertibles in our database, its 445 hp is 24% more than the average 2016 convertible (359 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.4 seconds quicker than average, and it is 12% heavier than the typical convertible.
| 2016 BMW 650i Convertible | Average 2016 convertibles | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 445 hp | 359 hp (30 cars) | +24% |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 456 Nm (30 cars) | +43% |
| 0–60 mph | 4.9 s | 5.3 s (29 cars) | -7% |
| Top speed | 155 mph | 152 mph (29 cars) | +2% |
| Kerb weight | 1,810 kg | 1,616 kg (30 cars) | +12% |
| Engine size | 4,400 cc | 3,130 cc (30 cars) | +41% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2016 convertibles with similar power to the 2016 BMW 650i Convertible.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 BMW 650i Convertible | 445 hp | 4.9 s | 1,810 kg |
| 2016 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible | 405 hp | 4.9 s | 1,880 kg |
| 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible | 500 hp | — | 2,350 kg |
| 2016 Jaguar F-Type Convertible | 380 hp | 5.7 s | 1,595 kg |
| 2016 Audi S5 Cabriolet | 354 hp | 4.7 s | 1,770 kg |