BMW X6 M

The BMW X6 M is the most powerful and sporty version of the range. The remaining versions of the X6, the alternative "M" has a more sporting chassis, a very powerful engine (555 hp) and an interior and bodywork finishes and special design. For equipment, dynamism, performance and quality of manufacture is one of the most advanced models on the market. It is available for € 124,100.

If we look at alternatives to BMW X6 M are models like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Audi Q7 V12 TDI and Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG. They are models that are worse on the road, but its dynamic qualities are good.

A 555-hp V8
It has a V8 engine 4395 cc petrol and 555 hp at 6,000 rpm that lets in just 4.7 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h and reach a top speed of 250 km / h (electronically limited). Driver package with M can reach 275 km / h. Its average consumption is 13.9 liters per 100 kilometers and its value is 325 grams CO2 per kilometer.

The V8 engine of the BMW X6 M is coupled to a gearbox six-speed automatic (the first time that BMW uses this change in a model "M"). The change can be managed through electronic selector lever is in the center console. To change gears manually, you can use the wheel cams.

The body has a number of changes and improvements. The front has a larger air intakes (Except for the fog lights to be integrated into the bumper). It also features a front gills on the flanks. The rear apron of the same body color, is provided with two air vents from the rear wheel arches. The bumper molding frames the two twin tailpipes. The alloy wheels are 20 inches and have a specific design.

Advanced Dynamics
The chassis of the BMW X6 M is a suspension with a specific elastokinematics, thanks to the more rigid support of the transverse arms, the hydraulic supports straps in the front and the more rigid support of the rear axle. The BMW X6 M is standard air suspension system with automatic height on the rear axle, a new Servotronic steering system configuration and active stabilization of side slopes.

The BMW X6 is 10 millimeters lower than the rest of the range. Also supports the springs are stiffer, additional docks have been modified and cushioning joints were improved, managing to reduce the longitudinal inclination of the car.

The front wheels are equipped with brakes, four-piston fixed calipers, while the rear brakes are floating caliper. In the four-wheel discs are lightweight and ventilated. The diameter of the front disc is 395 mm, while the later have a diameter of 385 mm. The aluminum hub friction disc cast iron are connected by pins. In this way it avoids distortions, although the brakes are subjected to maximum efforts.

It is the only model in its segment in the series fit different size tires on the wheels of both axles (tires mounted measure 275/40 R 20 on the front wheels and 315/35 R 20 in the later).

Type runflat tires
The BMW X6 is in addition to series M type runflat tires, which allow continue to run even when completely deflated, to reach the next workshop. Furthermore, the indicator needles (RPA) alerts the driver if a tire is losing air.

Is standard sports seats, leather-covered steering wheel and padded support for the knees on the sides of the center console, which offer additional support to the driver and his companion in dynamic driving situations.

The equipment includes, inter alia, a system of high-fidelity audio with 12 speakers and 230 watts amplifier, M moldings trims in doorways, M footrest, trimmed the roof of BMW Individual anthracite and interior lighting kit. The dual-zone climate control standard regulation can be replaced by an optional four-zone climate control regulation, so that also the rear seat occupants can adjust the temperature according to your preferences. It is also possible to purchase an optional active ventilation system of the seats and a solar sunroof glass.

The BMW X6 M can take a trailer hook with a hook with removable patella. The maximum weight the trailer is three tons.