[3] The exhaust system is a titanium unit from Akrapovic with quad-exhaust tips and electronically controlled bypass valves.

The car comes with 20-inch Alpina classic multi-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport tyres measuring 8.5 x 20 255/35 ZR20 at the front and 10 x 20 295/30 ZR20 at the rear.

The interior has Alpina logos and emblems throughout along with illuminated door sills, a panoramic roof, Alpina gauges, adjustable vented sports seats, heated rear seats, BMW driver assistance plus including active blind spot detection and a sports steering wheel.

[6] Although independent testing revealed that the top speed was higher than quoted figures and was recorded at 328 km/h (204 mph) thus making it faster than its BMW M counterpart, the M6.

[8] Unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, the Edition 50 is a limited production variant of the B6 available in coupé and convertible bodystyle only.

The interior had a Forest Green and black Nappa leather upholstery with contrast yellow stitching and ceramic finishing on the centre console paying homage to the 1982 B7 S Turbo.