X6 [Official] 2014 BMW (F16) X6

[Monster]

What material is the gloss black trim below the wood trim on the dashboard made from?

 

[Rainer271]

My personal view: the dislike rating should used for ratings of personal statements and not for postings of pics and suchlikes because dislikes influence the image of an user.
In this case it's enough to make a statement with words only. That's my way how I make it.

 

[klier]

What material is the gloss black trim below the wood trim on the dashboard made from?

Plastic

Interior looks fantastic btw. No JLR product comes close to this.

 

[Human]

Cabin is IMO a lesson in time. Perfect BMW ergonomics and Oh-so Premium

I for one think the same of the W205 C-class's cabin, that said I still cannot find a more perfect seating position in any competitor of BMW. The larger X-range (X5/X6) cars takes the whole experience to another level.

 

[EnI]

What material is the gloss black trim below the wood trim on the dashboard made from?

Acrylic glass ... Plexiglas ... Acrylite : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poly(methyl_methacrylate)

Acrylic
Acrylic, a polymer called poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA), is also known by trade names such as Lucite, Perspex and Plexiglas. It serves as a sturdy substitute for glass for such items as aquariums, motorcycle helmet visors, aircraft windows, viewing ports of submersibles, and lenses of exterior lights of automobiles. It is extensively used to make signs, including lettering and logos. In medicine, it is used in bone cement and to replace eye lenses. Acrylic paint consists of PMMA particles suspended in water. Most schools use it when teaching about thermoplastics.

So, it's a type of thermoplastic that imitates glass, and it's used as glass substitute in various cases. When colored & not transparent it's also used for various aesthetic purposes ... Also for automotive interior trims.

It's one of the high-grade plastics.

 

[PanterroR]

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Cheap!!

Yes, this is really cheap and looks like that:

With this individual option, this car would probably cost more than 150k € in my country and if i'm going to spend such amount of money on my car, i expect a little more attention to detail, especially if we talk about Individual interior trim.

And please, don't tell me they can't put something of better quality than that.

 

[EnI]

With this individual option, this car would probably cost more than 150k € in my country and if i'm going to spend such amount of money on my car, i expect a little more attention to detail, especially if we talk about Individual interior trim.

And please, don't tell me they can't put something of better quality than that.

I agree that eg. optional Ceramic trim (iDrive knob, radio & HVAC knobs, shifter stick) should expand to some other parts too. And for the buttons at least acrylic glass should be used. Nobody expects the bling (metalized plastic) but some high-grade plastic like acrylic should certainly be used. And that such optional materials should at least be standard part of Individual trim.

But ... I'm sure a few plastic buttons in a high-class interior with tons of other great materials aren't deal breakers.

 

[PanterroR]

I agree that eg. optional Ceramic trim (iDrive knob, radio & HVAC knobs, shifter stick) should expand to some other parts too. And for the buttons at least acrylic glass should be used. Nobody expects the bling (metalized plastic) but some high-grade plastic like acrylic should certainly be used. And that such optional materials should at least be standard part of Individual trim.

Now, that's what i wanted to hear...

But ... I'm sure a few plastic buttons in a high-class interior with tons of other great materials aren't deal breakers.

Of course no. I have them too in my one month old 550i xDrive... But i cannot say i don't spot them every time i enter my car...

 

[Beemer B773ER]

Geez, that wood trim is so wood-like, I'd be afraid of getting a splinter!

I gotta say, I absolutely love how BMW integrate the stand-up screen with the dash. Just sits so nicely.

 

[klier]

Of course no. I have them too in my one month old 550i xDrive...

Did I miss the thread, or are you so uninterested you don't care about posting pics and stuff?

Anyways, congrats my friend. Sounds like a winner!!

 

[Beemer B773ER]

Did I miss the thread, or are you so uninterested you don't care about posting pics and stuff?

Anyways, congrats my friend. Sounds like a winner!!

He hates his BMW.... I think he wants a VW Golf.... or a Ford Focus RS!

 

[SCOTT27]

I agree that eg. optional Ceramic trim (iDrive knob, radio & HVAC knobs, shifter stick) should expand to some other parts too. And for the buttons at least acrylic glass should be used. Nobody expects the bling (metalized plastic) but some high-grade plastic like acrylic should certainly be used. And that such optional materials should at least be standard part of Individual trim.

But ... I'm sure a few plastic buttons in a high-class interior with tons of other great materials aren't deal breakers.

The 3er LCi will get some subtle interior adjustments to trim and switchgear but not anything like a major overhaul.
The lifecycle impulse will be about making the best car in its class even better which is why there will be several new engine options headlining the changes rather than a few fancy trim pieces.
Since we are at the beginning of the World Cup . It is accurate to say that the 3er and its competitors play on a much larger field than just a small segment of the market. And what customers want to support is upmost competency.
When the big sellers of each model being diesel , customers for these models care about efficiency , reliability and competency.

In their largest market customers are not too bothered regarding shiny buttons or LED headlights they want a car that can fulfill their needs whether for a fleet or even an existing or new customers. The appeal of a BMW , Mercedes-Benz or Audi is far too great than either an Opel or a Ford , even if the equipment specification is much higher , many customers sacrifice volume for premium even if their specification is at the point of entry basic. Which is why both the 3er and the new C-Klasse offer halogen lights and other basic forms of equipment. This is what makes sales of these cars high due to fleets and entry customers. Of course the situation becomes greater when we move up to the more exclusive models and image in countries like North America where not all options are available , of course quality becomes more of an issue especially when they are buying the top specification luxury models at the same rate or almost as Europeans with the 320d.

This is a vicious circle. One introduces it , one interprets it another one betters it or attempts to... I would expect no less from the next Audi A4 against the new C-Klasse. But in this particular vicious circle there are more key areas of importance that it is easy to lose focus on specific areas by concentrating on one particular area.

I think many will be surprised with the next generation of BMW interiors. Especially the minimalist layout with less clutter and technology led appearance supplemented in layered surfaces with a very spatial feeling and lack of clutter.
Its what a modern luxury car should reflect - minimalist interior design and visually appealing Architectural shapes.

 

[Mars1965]

Now, that's what i wanted to hear...



Of course no. I have them too in my one month old 550i xDrive... But i cannot say i don't spot them every time i enter my car...

Buying/driving a BMW isn't about plastic buttons. It's about the other arguments. Congrats on your 5er.

Think positive, enjoy the ride and think how well the dashlayout is made in the 5er.

 

[klier]

^ post of the day!!

Overall I think Tycoon (Pant.) is positive, I think is okay to dislike certain details, and he sure loves his Bimmers. Still after all these years.

 

[Beemer B773ER]

Overall I think Tycoon (Pant.) is positive

Yup.... he sure looks positive to me!

Whenever I'm scrolling through a thread and I come across one of his posts, I'm like...

 

[LaArtist]

^haha.. he has some nice rubber boots though.

 

[Rainer271]

 

[klier]

^^ That's pretty damn sick!!
Where are the JLR lovers @Deckhook??? See? This is how you do an SUV interior.

Whenever I'm scrolling through a thread and I come across one of his posts, I'm like...

OMFG

I spit my drink all over my laptop laughing!!!

Thanks

 

[EMpower]

.....many customers sacrifice volume for premium even if their specification is at the point of entry basic. Which is why both the 3er and the new C-Klasse offer halogen lights and other basic forms of equipment.

Xenons have been around for a long time(1991 BMW 7-series) and more and more car manufacturers(non-luxury) are now offering Xenons or even LEDs as standard. Are the Xenons really still that expensive that corners have to be cut to install the 50 year old technology of halogens (invented 1962)?

Given that MB and BMW claim to " really care about driver safety and build safe cars", and per NHTSA approx 50% of deadly accidents happen during night, so do they really care? We are talking about premium luxury cars here.

 

[Betty Swollocks]

http://sniffpetrol.com/2014/06/06/government-in-x6-controversy/

There was controversy in Westminster today as the government revealed plans to use the newly revealed second generation BMW X6 as part of a criminal profiling test.

‘It’s perfectly simple,’ said junior justice minister Woldly Pribe. ‘We show someone a picture of the new X6 and if they like it, chances are they’re some sort of thick-necked, tracksuit trouser-wearing, gold jewellery covered ne’er do well who’s always on his mobile phone and seems to receive most of his income in cash.’

‘Let me be clear, we’re not suggesting that anyone who likes the new BMW X6 is automatically a thief, a drug dealer or a vile mouth-breathing moron,’ Mr Pribe continued. ‘Even though they definitely are.’

Unsurprisingly, the controversial new plan immediately met with opposition from civil rights groups. ‘You cannot and should not gauge a person’s reaction to a picture of a car and then decide that they are a criminal,’ insisted Shrevly Screak of personal liberty campaigners, PHREE. ‘Although, in fairness, it really is a ghastly car and they probably are.’