Auto India, Car India

The design of BMW X6 is done according to new European specifications. These specifications are better than the Bharat Stage Five compliant. Looks are great and so is the power generated from that German engine.

General data

• 3.0-liter dual overhead cam, 24 valve inline 300-hp 6-cylinder engine with Advanced Turbo technology, piezo direct fuel injection, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
• Dual power outside mirrors
• Automatic tilt-down of right outside mirror for visibility of curb when backing up
• Intermittent rain-sensing windshield wipers with adjustable and vehicle-speed-sensitive wiping interval, single-wipe control, windshield-washer system with heated washer jets
• Body-color exterior door handles
• Power tailgate
• 6-speed Automatic transmission with Advanced Transmission Control Sport and step tronic Manual shift modes, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
• xDrive all-wheel-drive system
• Trailer hitch rewiring
• Double wishbone front suspension
• Lightweight multi-link integral rear suspension
• Engine-speed-sensitive power steering
• 4-wheel anti-lock ventilated disc brakes; electronic front/rear proportioning
• Chrome exhaust tips (dual rectangular shape on X6 xDrive50i and Active Hybrid X6)
• Engine Start/Stop button
• 10 way power-adjustable drivers and travelers bucket seats and memory system for driver’s seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors
• Split-folding rear seats
• Nevada Leather upholstery (covers all seating surfaces, headrests, door armrests, front center console armrest)
• Front-seat center console with armrest, storage compartment, and auxiliary input
• Rear-seat center armrest
• 3-spoke leather-wrapped Power tilt/telescopic multi-function sport steering wheel with paddle shifters
• Electronic analog instrumentation with LED illumination
• Outside-temperature display
• Central locking system and Coded Drive away Protection
• Automatic front climate control with separate left/right temperature settings, automatic air conditioning, and recirculation control
• Active-charcoal micro-filter ventilation
• Rear-window defroster
• Dual cup holders front and rear
• Auxiliary Power outlet
• Ash Grain Wood interior trim
• Time-delay courtesy lights automatically activate when driver’s door is lifted, remote control is used when engine is turned off
• Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors
• Fully finished cargo area
• Retractable cargo cover
• Star Spoke (Style 232) 19 x 9.0 light alloy wheels and 255/50 run-flat all-season tires
• Metallic paint
• 2-way power glass moon roof with “one-touch” operation, sliding interior sunshade, and wind deflector
• Matte-black finish on side-window frame and door-sill trim
• Xenon Adaptive Headlights with auto-leveling and Corona headlight-rings
• Automatic headlight on/off control
• Halogen free-form fog lights with Cornering Lights function
• Adaptive Brake Lights
• iDrive system with on-board computer and Controller, and 6 programmable memory buttons
• Service Interval Indicator and Check Control vehicle monitor
• Vehicle & Key Memory
• Power windows with key-off operation, “one-touch” opening and closing of all door windows, and anti-trapping feature
• Dynamic Cruise Control
• Anti-theft alarm system with key head remote operation interior motion detector

Power and performance
The BMW X6 works perfect on tarmac or on rough conditions. The handling of the vehicle is simply superb. Well the Indian version is speed locked at 240kmph. This is the top speed which is set on the vehicle. The performance delivered by the X6 is fast and top notch. Drive mode can be selected while driving your luxury to office. Hybrid make is available in the X6 variant. Muscular looks make it big enough like a monster. The design of X6 is in coupe variant too. The car looks like SUV with a hint of coupe. The turbo charged V8 engine throttles quick to the three digit mark in no time. Emissions of the vehicle are in control and as said they are according to European standards. Cornering lights in this function help a lot when driving on curve terrain.

Looks and styling
The BMW definitely looks stunning and one of the best in its class. The SUV has spacious interiors which can accommodate 5 adults and their luggage. Luxury features are offered in the basic version too which makes it one of the best sports cars available in the market. It has a sun roof which can be activated at request. The interior material and color can be selected according to the buyer’s choice. You can customize the car according to your requirements and needs. Various colors and patterns are available which can be selected according to your style.

Safety

• Front- and rear-compartment Head Protection System with front side-impact airbags
• Park Distance Control
• Rollover sensor that triggers airbags and safety-belt pretension in the event of a rollover
• 3point safety belts and head restraints at all seating positions
• Front safety belts with automatic pretension
• Active Head Restraints in front seats
• Child safety rear door locks
• Tire Pressure Monitor

Why the BMW X6

• Superb looks
• Edgy design
• Value for money
• High quality engine
• Very easy to drive
• One of the best in SUV class

Why not the BMW X6

• Too many electronics in the car

The judge says
Go for it if you want some muscular looks and power. The car design is extremely appealing and sporty. Handling is superb too. The maintenance is bit high compared to other sports cars in the market. It might pinch the pocket at one point of time but its truly German.