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The all new BMW X6
When BMW invented the Sports Activity Coupe segment back in 2008, no-one expected that a more expensive and less practical X5 would manage to sell almost 250.000 units. Not only that, but its success lead to the introduction of its smaller brother, the BMW X4, and Mercedes-Benz will be launching a competitor, the MLC, later this year. And with all these developments in the SAC segments, it's now time for an all new, second generation X6.
The striking shape remains the same, but every detail is new, including the front fascia, essentially borrowed from the X5, just like the design of the taillights. Initially, two design packages will be offered, the base xLine and the optional M Sport. There is also a "Design Pure Extravagance" equipment package offered, which adds striking, high-quality accents to both the interior and the exterior. 19-inch light-alloy wheels are standard for all X6 models, and optional 20-inch wheels are offered. The standard equipment list also includes bi-xenon headlights, automatic tailgate operation and the 8-speed Steptronic sport transmission with steering wheel shift paddles, leather trim, two-zone climate control, auto-dimming rear-view mirror and the Driving Assistant safety package from BMW ConnectedDrive.
All engines are carried over from the previous generation. Two petrol engines are offered, the familiar N55 with 225 kW/ 306 hp of the xDrive35i (available from Spring 2015) and a bi-turbo V8, now developing 330 kW/ 450 hp for the X6 xDrive50i. Diesel variants consist from the xDrive30d with a straight six 3.0l engine with 190 kW/ 258 hp, the xDrive40d with the same 3.0l engine yet with 230 kW/ 313 hp (available from Spring 2015) and the X6 M50d with a straight-six diesel with three turbochargers and 280 kW/ 381 hp. BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system is standard and permanently active, but for improved dynamics, xDrive can optionally link up with adaptive suspension packages, including Dynamic Performance Control.
The interior is also borrowed from the X5, with high quality material used, and now a 40 : 20 : 40 split/folding rear seat backrests, for increased practicality, which allow load compartment capacity to expand from 580 litres to as much as 1,525 litres. The all new X6 is scheduled to reach showrooms in early fall 2014.
Source: [BMW]
Photo Gallery: BMW X6 xDrive50i in Sparkling Storm with “Design Pure Extravagance”
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Photo Gallery: BMW X6 - Interior, Bicolour Leather Nappa with extended contents Cognac/Black – Interior design Pure Extravagance Cognac
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Photo Gallery: BMW X6 M50d in Flamenco Red
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Photo Gallery: BMW X6 - Interior, Bicolour Leather Nappa with extended contents Ivory White/Black – Interior design Pure Extravagance Ivory White
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Photo Gallery: BMW X6 - Design
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The all new BMW X6
When BMW invented the Sports Activity Coupe segment back in 2008, no-one expected that a more expensive and less practical X5 would manage to sell almost 250.000 units. Not only that, but its success lead to the introduction of its smaller brother, the BMW X4, and Mercedes-Benz will be launching a competitor, the MLC, later this year. And with all these developments in the SAC segments, it's now time for an all new, second generation X6.
The striking shape remains the same, but every detail is new, including the front fascia, essentially borrowed from the X5, just like the design of the taillights. Initially, two design packages will be offered, the base xLine and the optional M Sport. There is also a "Design Pure Extravagance" equipment package offered, which adds striking, high-quality accents to both the interior and the exterior. 19-inch light-alloy wheels are standard for all X6 models, and optional 20-inch wheels are offered. The standard equipment list also includes bi-xenon headlights, automatic tailgate operation and the 8-speed Steptronic sport transmission with steering wheel shift paddles, leather trim, two-zone climate control, auto-dimming rear-view mirror and the Driving Assistant safety package from BMW ConnectedDrive.
All engines are carried over from the previous generation. Two petrol engines are offered, the familiar N55 with 225 kW/ 306 hp of the xDrive35i (available from Spring 2015) and a bi-turbo V8, now developing 330 kW/ 450 hp for the X6 xDrive50i. Diesel variants consist from the xDrive30d with a straight six 3.0l engine with 190 kW/ 258 hp, the xDrive40d with the same 3.0l engine yet with 230 kW/ 313 hp (available from Spring 2015) and the X6 M50d with a straight-six diesel with three turbochargers and 280 kW/ 381 hp. BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system is standard and permanently active, but for improved dynamics, xDrive can optionally link up with adaptive suspension packages, including Dynamic Performance Control.
The interior is also borrowed from the X5, with high quality material used, and now a 40 : 20 : 40 split/folding rear seat backrests, for increased practicality, which allow load compartment capacity to expand from 580 litres to as much as 1,525 litres. The all new X6 is scheduled to reach showrooms in early fall 2014.
Source: [BMW]
Photo Gallery: BMW X6 xDrive50i in Sparkling Storm with “Design Pure Extravagance”
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Photo Gallery: BMW X6 - Interior, Bicolour Leather Nappa with extended contents Cognac/Black – Interior design Pure Extravagance Cognac
[gallery columns="4" ids="8158,8159,8160,8161,8162,8163,8164,8165,8166,8167,8168,8169,8170,8171"]
Photo Gallery: BMW X6 M50d in Flamenco Red
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Photo Gallery: BMW X6 - Interior, Bicolour Leather Nappa with extended contents Ivory White/Black – Interior design Pure Extravagance Ivory White
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Photo Gallery: BMW X6 - Design
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Press Release:
Armed with an even more potent design presence and outstanding performance, the new BMW X6 strengthens its position as a leading exponent of exclusive driving pleasure. The second generation of the Sports Activity Coupe, which has already posted global sales of almost 250,000, enjoys a special status among BMW X model rivals thanks to its irresistible allure, intoxicating performance attributes and innovative luxury.
The extrovert design of the new BMW X6 blends the robustness and versatility of a BMW X model with the sporting elegance typical of the brand’s Coupes. The interior combines generous space with model-specific sports features and a luxurious ambience, while attractive design and equipment packages further highlight the exclusive style of the new BMW X6. The Design Pure Extravagance equipment package adds striking, high-quality accents to both the interior and the exterior. The M Sport package, meanwhile, includes specially selected features that enhance the vehicle’s dynamic character to immediately eye-catching effect. Also available from launch are model-specific features from BMW Individual.
The new BMW X6 additionally comes with a suitably exclusive roster of standard equipment which goes well beyond that of the previous model: bi-xenon headlights, 19-inch light-alloy wheels, automatic tailgate operation and the 8-speed Steptronic sport transmission with steering wheel shift paddles are all included, as are leather trim, two-zone climate control, auto-dimming rear-view mirror and the Driving Assistant safety package from BMW ConnectedDrive. Lending functionality an extra boost are the 40 : 20 : 40 split/folding rear seat backrests, which allow load compartment capacity to expand from 580 litres to as much as 1,525 litres (75 litres more than the predecessor model).
Majestic performance: noticeably greater dynamic ability, fuel consumption cut by up to 22 per cent, intelligent all-wheel drive permanently active.
The line-up of engines available from the December 2014 launch of the new BMW X6 (fuel consumption combined: 9.7 – 6.0 l/100 km [29.1 – 47.1 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 225 – 157 g/km) consists of the latest-generation V8 developing 330 kW/450 hp for the BMW X6 xDrive50i, a 190 kW/258 hp six-cylinder in-line diesel engine for the BMW X6 xDrive30d and another straight-six diesel with three turbochargers and 280 kW/381 hp in the BMW X6 M50d. Ensuring that the noticeably increased performance of the new BMW X6 is accompanied by an up to 22 per cent reduction in average fuel consumption are BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, the standard-fitted eight-speed Steptronic sport transmission, extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology, weight-saving optimisations and enhanced aerodynamics. In spring 2015 the BMW X6 xDrive35i (225 kW/306 hp) and BMW X6 xDrive40d (230 kW/313 hp) will be added to the model range.
The standard – and permanently active – intelligent all-wheel-drive system BMW xDrive optimises traction, directional stability and cornering dynamics, as the situation requires. For improved dynamics, xDrive can optionally link up with adaptive suspension packages, including Dynamic Performance Control.
Chassis packages raise levels of sportiness and comfort, as desired.
Dynamic Performance Control is offered together with Dynamic Drive active roll stabilisation as part of the Dynamic adaptive suspension package to deliver a targeted improvement in the car’s sporty handling attributes. Further enhanced ride comfort can be achieved courtesy of air suspension at the rear axle and Dynamic Damper Control, which are included in both the Comfort adaptive suspension package and Adaptive M suspension (standard on the BMW X6 M50d and part of the M Sport package for the other model variants), which also offers bespoke, sports-oriented suspension tuning. The Professional adaptive suspension package, meanwhile, combines the features of Comfort and Dynamic.
Innovative options and BMW ConnectedDrive features.
Adaptive LED headlights, Comfort Access (including hands-free tailgate opening and closing) and other high-class options underline the innovative character of the new BMW X6. Driving pleasure and long-distance comfort, meanwhile, can be further enhanced by features including the Navigation System Professional with Touch Controller, Bang & Olufsen high-end surround-sound system and new Rear Entertainment System Professional.
The wide variety of features available through BMW ConnectedDrive includes a – in some cases – unique range of driver assistance systems and mobility services. Available on the options list are items such as the BMW Head-Up Display, Driving Assistant Plus with Traffic Jam Assistant, the BMW Parking Assistant, Surround View and BMW Night Vision with Dynamic Light Spot and Speed Limit Info, as well as all BMW ConnectedDrive services and Online Entertainment. The Intelligent Emergency Call function is part of standard specification for the new BMW X6.
http://www.germancarforum.com/the-all-new-bmw-x6
