X6 BMW X6 with BMW Performance parts

[Sunny]

any photos of the front or the rims ?

Probably these rims.

They are $6000+ option.

 

[EMpower]

We have a typo in press release "12-inch wheels". Wheels appear to be with polished lip.

BMW Performance light-alloy wheels in Y-spoke design further optimise the dynamic driving potential and the striking looks of the BMW X6. Reduced in weight, these cast light-alloy 12-inch wheels stand out in particular through their roll-milled rim hump and exclusive twin-tone finish with a glossy outside surface and Ferric Grey paintwork between the rims. A special production method reduces the weight of each wheel by approximately 1,500 grams compared with conventional wheels of the same size. The reduction in unsprung masses ensured in this way has a positive effect on both the driving dynamics and steering behaviour of the BMW X6.

 

[Human]

Another 'idiot' bites the dust EnI...myself!

I want one, need one, have to have one...Any one that can help with a small lone?

 

[Betty Swollocks]

So, what would be the main reason for going for an X6M over the PP X6xDrive50?

The badge?

It's the answer to the question whether BMW is still a sporty brand or not. For people who don't have the money to buy a proper M, there is the option to make, yourself, from a growing line of products coming straight from BMW, an incredibly sporty and dynamic alternative to otherwise rather luxurious cars.

I don't think it's the answer to the question "is BMW still a sporty brand" at all. If anything, it just emphasises how BMW is increasingly moving away from being a sporty brand, as you now have to modify the car when it leaves the factory.

It's just BMW noticing that there are a lot of aftermarket companies offering accessories, and they want a piece of that action.

 

[Giannis]

The badge?

What is the main reason for going from an ML500 to an ML63 AMG?

 

[Betty Swollocks]

What is the main reason for going from an ML500 to an ML63 AMG?

Eh? How should I know? This is about the BMW X6 and I know nothing about either the ML500 or ML63 AMG.

 

[Giannis]

Eh? How should I know? This is about the BMW X6 and I know nothing about either the ML500 or ML63 AMG.

Before I can tell you how should you know, please answer me this question is a few words: Do you think the X5 M is not worth the M badge because it's an SUV or because it's not dynamic and exciting enough?

 

[klier]

I don't think it's the answer to the question "is BMW still a sporty brand" at all. If anything, it just emphasises how BMW is increasingly moving away from being a sporty brand, as you now have to modify the car when it leaves the factory.

It's just BMW noticing that there are a lot of aftermarket companies offering accessories, and they want a piece of that action.

Yeah, but for you the glass is always half empty. For me, it's always half full.

 

[Betty Swollocks]

Before I can tell you how should you know, please answer me this question is a few words: Do you think the X5 M is not worth the M badge because it's an SUV or because it's not dynamic and exciting enough?

I'm not going to get drawn into a debate, yet again, about the abomination that are the M SUV's. My views on the M SUV's are perfectly clear in other threads.

Yeah, but for you the glass is always half empty. For me, it's always half full.

Do we need to go down this road yet again? Is it not possible to give my opinion, just like you give yours? My glass is not always "half-empty". In case you missed it, I posted that I liked this X6 with the performance parts. That doesn't sound very "half-empty" to me? Just because I do not throw eulogies at every single f***ing thing BMW produce does not mean I am "negative".

 

[siko]

[Source: BMW @ Facebook]

 

[manuelf]

[Source: BMW @ Facebook]

This X6 simply looks stunning and perfect! Just WOW

 

[Cashmere]

imo X5 > X6

 

[braaf]

[Source: BMW @ Facebook]

More please.

 

[Bartek S.]

BMW Announces Performance Accessories for North American X6 Models

Starting from late October, BMW will begin offering to North American buyers a suite of parts from its 'Performance Accessories' division for the X6 crossover. The range includes a power kit, styling package, unique alloys and a flat-bottomed steering wheel.


The power kit will be available for xDrive35i and xDrive50i models built between 2008 and 2010. New engine software is claimed to increase engine output and responsiveness without increasing fuel consumption or exhaust emissions.

On the xDrive35i, output is bumped up from 300-hp to 320-hp, and on the on the xDrive50i, from 400-hp to 440 hp. Torque is likewise improved, from 300 to 332 lb. ft. (407 to 450 Nm) on the xDrive 35i, and from 450 to 480 lb. ft. (610 to 651 Nm) on the xDrive50i.

Both models are 0.2 seconds faster to 60 mph (96 km/h); 6.3 seconds for the six-cylinder xDrive35i and 5.0 seconds for the V8 xDrive50i. Overtaking acceleration (50 to 75 mph / 80 km/h to 120 km/h) has also been improved by half a second.

BMW is has also prepared a performance aero kit consisting of redesigned front and rear bumpers, side skirts, rear bumper insert and the additional option of rear fins and a rear deck spoiler (which sits beneath the rear windshield).

Unique 21 inch alloys will also be offered: 10" x 21" wheels clad in 285/35/R21 rubber at the front and 11.5" x 21" wearing 325/30/R21s at the rear.

A racing-style, flat-bottomed multifunction steering wheel covered in hand-stitched Alcantara will also be available.

The performance aero kit and 21-inch alloys are available on all models except the X6 M and ActiveHybrid X6, whilst the multifunction steering wheel is unavailable on the X6 M and X6s equipped with the Lane Departure Warning system.

A high performance exhaust for the V8 and inline-six X6 models is also in development and is expected to be available this winter.