Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay
Production years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Despite being an unusual-looking crossover, the X6 M was a vehicle that felt at home on a winding road, on a race track, or in parking in front of a school.
When BMW introduced the first generation of the X6, it started the trend of the SUV-coupe. Even though many people complained about the vehicle's design, they all agreed that it was built excellently. Sure, there were some issues with the interior room and other bits and pieces. But none of them were targeted toward the car's driving dynamics. And then, when customers got used to the X6's performance, they got this: the M version.
While most of the car's body parts were the same as in the regular X6, there were a few things that were different. For instance, the front lower bumper featured a larger center grille flanked by two functional side scoops. Then, behind the front wheel arches were vents that extracted the air trapped in the wheel well. But the automaker didn't want to overdo things and didn't adorn the sloped-back tailgate with a roof spoiler. It placed a small lip lower, not to increase the downforce but to keep the wide taillights clean from dust and debris while driving at high speeds.
Inside, BMW prepared a cabin fit for up to five adults with front high-bolstered seats. In addition, the automaker offered a few trims and materials options. On the instrument cluster, the classic BMW four dials display was complemented by a small display for the onboard computer. The iDrive infotainment system was placed atop the center stack and controlled via a rotary knob and six buttons housed on the center stack. In the back, the sloped-back roofline affected the headroom for the rear-seated passengers.
But the magic happened under the car's skin. A 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged engine sent its twisting force via an eight-speed automatic transmission. The all-wheel drive system was standard.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.4L xDrive V8 8AT AWD (575 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4395 cm3 |
Power: | 423 KW @ 6000-6500 RPM 575 HP @ 6000-6500 RPM 567 BHP @ 6000-6500 RPM |
Torque: | 553 lb-ft @ 2200-5000 RPM 750 Nm @ 2200-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 22.5 gallons (85.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Ventilated disc |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 285/40 R20 104Y || 325/35 R20 108Y |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 193.3 in (4910 mm) |
Width: | 78.3 in (1989 mm) |
Height: | 66.5 in (1689 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.6/65.6 in (1,666/1,666 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 115.5 in (2934 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 19.4 cuFT (549 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4993 lbs (2265 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6504 lbs (2950 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.2 mpg US (11.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 258 g/km |