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The new BMW X6. A leader with broad shoulders.
Wed Jul 03 04:28:00 CEST 2019 Press Kit
BMW is unveiling a new edition of the model that lit the fuse for an innovative and highly distinctive breed of car: the Sports Activity Coupe (SAC).
Munich. The new BMW X6 blends the agile and versatile driving properties of a Sports Activity Vehicle with the head-turning looks of a coupe. The third-generation X6 employs a clean, exclusive design language to underscore its confident and commanding appearance. And advanced powertrain and chassis technology teams up with a wealth of innovations to deliver a uniquely sporting yet also luxurious driving experience. Like its predecessor, the new BMW X6 will be produced in the US at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg. The market launch will begin in November 2019.
Dynamically stretched proportions exude sporting
prowess.
The new BMW X6 has grown by 26 millimetres in
exterior length over the outgoing model (to 4,935 mm) and by 15 mm in
width (to 2,004 mm). It now stands 6 mm lower (at 1,696 mm) and
combines dynamically stretched proportions with exceptional visual
muscularity. The car’s wheelbase has increased by 42 mm to 2,975 millimetres.
The large, single-frame BMW kidney grille is the most striking feature of the front end, the outer edges of the kidney grille now approaching the headlights at a clearly defined angle. The new BMW X6 is available for the first time as an option with an illuminated BMW kidney grille, which adds an exclusive flourish to the exterior design. The illumination is activated by opening or closing the car, but the driver can switch it on and off manually too. This lighting function for the kidney grille is also available while driving.
If the optional BMW Laserlight with Adaptive LED headlights is specified, a BMW Laserlight spotlight with Selective Beam optimises the non-dazzling high beam function, whose range increases to around 500 metres. BMW Laserlight can be identified by the blue x-shaped elements inside the signature BMW twin headlights. The flanks of the new X6 are defined by familiar BMW proportions, a crisply drawn character line and the dynamic roofline. 19-inch light-alloy wheels are fitted as standard, with other wheel variants ranging in size from 20 to 22 inches available as an option. The BMW X6 M50i and BMW X6 M50d come with 21-inch light-alloy wheels as standard.
The new BMW X6 is available from launch in xLine and M Sport model variants as an alternative to standard specification. The two equipment lines each have their own distinctive design cues.
Interior: an exclusive ambience imbued with sporting
flair.
The interior of the new BMW X6 is geared
squarely to delivering an exclusive and dynamic driving experience.
Clear structures lend the cabin a modern and sporty appearance. The
design of the cockpit, complete with the new arrangement and design of
the control elements, represents a progressive re‑interpretation of
the driver focus for which BMW is renowned. The new BMW X6 comes as
standard with Vernasca leather upholstery.
The interior offers a high degree of variability, thanks to 40:20:40 split rear seat backrests that can be folded down to increase boot capacity from 580 to 1,530 litres. Highlight equipment features from the list of optional extras include multifunction seats with massage function for the driver and front passenger, four-zone automatic climate control,thermoelectric cup holders, glass applications for selected controls, the Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, the Ambient Air interior fragrancing package and the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond+ 3D Surround Sound System.
Four powerful engines and an M duo from
launch.
The line-up of engines available for the new
BMW X6 from launch includes two petrol units and a pair of diesel
variants from the latest generation. The model line-up is spearheaded
by a BMW M model with a newly developed 390 kW/530 hp V8 petrol
engine. The BMW X6 M50i (fuel consumption combined: 10.7–10.4 l/100 km
[26.4–27.2 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 243–237 g/km)*
is joined in the range by the BMW X6 M50d (fuel consumption combined:
7.2–6.9 l/100 km [39.2‑40.9 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions
combined: 190–181 g/km)* with 294 kW/400 hp six-cylinder
in‑line diesel engine and a quartet of turbochargers. A straight-six
petrol unit with output of 250 kW/340 hp sees action in the
BMW X6 xDrive40i (fuel consumption combined: 8.6–8.0 l/100 km
[32.8–35.3 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 197–181
g/km)*, and the BMW X6 xDrive30d (fuel consumption combined: 6.6–6.1
l/100 km [42.8–46.3 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined:
172–159 g/km)* employs a six-cylinder in-line diesel with
195 kW/265 hp. All variants of the new BMW X6 fulfil the requirements
of the EU6d-TEMP emissions standard. The M Sport exhaust system fitted
as standard on both M models is also available as an option for the
other versions of the BMW X6 or as part of the M Sport package, and
gives the car an unmistakable and emotionally rich aural presence.
All new BMW X6 models come as standard with an eight-speed Steptronic transmission, while intelligent all-wheel drive maximises traction, agility and directional stability. The latest generation of the BMW xDrive system once again splits drive torque between the front and rear wheels variably and as the situation demands – only now with even greater precision and speed. In situations which do not require all-wheel drive, drive can be channelled entirely to the rear wheels in the interests of efficiency. The xDrive system also maintains a rear-wheel bias in particularly dynamic driving situations. The car’s sporting attributes are aided by the electronically controlled M differential lock at the rear axle available as part of M Sport specification or in conjunction with the optional xOffroad package.
Perfectly tuned chassis systems enhance sporting responses,
comfort levels and off-road prowess.
A
double-wishbone front axle and five-link rear axle give the new BMW X6
the ideal suspension tools to deliver dynamism and ride comfort on the
road, plus unshakable traction off the beaten track. Dynamic
Damper Control is included as standard, the Adaptive M
suspension Professional with
active roll stabilisation and Integral
Active Steering endows the car with exceptionally agile and
dynamic driving qualities, and the new BMW X6 is also available
with two-axle air suspension including automatic
self-levelling. The car’s height can be altered at the touch of a
button in the cockpit through a maximum 80 millimetres. An off-road
package is available for all model variants with the exception of the
BMW X6 M50i and BMW X6 M50d, allowing the driver to choose from four
modes that optimise progress over snow, sand, gravel or rocks
respectively. And at the press of a button, they can also activate the
ideal settings for the vehicle’s ride height, the xDrive system,
accelerator response, transmission control and the DSC system’s
corrective inputs.
Innovative driver assistance systems offering new
functions.
An extensive selection of standard and
optional driver assistance systems mark out the new BMW X6 as an
exceptionally innovative Sports Activity Coupe. Fresh from the
addition of myriad new functions, the systems do an extremely
effective job in enhancing comfort and safety. Standard specification
for the new BMW X6 includes Cruise Control with braking function and
the Collision and Pedestrian Warning with City Braking function, which
also alerts the driver when a cyclist is detected. The Active Cruise
Control system with Stop & Go function is available as an option.
The Driving Assistant Professional can also be found on the options list for the new BMW X6. This complete package of safety- and comfort-enhancing tech includes both the steering and lane control assistant with Traffic jam assistant and lane keeping assistant with active side collision protection. The Evasion Assistant is another component of the Driving Assistant Professional, as are the rear collision warning, road priority warning and wrong-way driving warning systems, crossing traffic warning, Lane Change Warning and the Emergency Stop Assistant. The innovative reversing assistant, which helps the driver when exiting parking spaces and manoeuvring within a confined space, represents another step en route to automated driving.
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is on hand to help the
driver.
The BMW Live Cockpit Professional in the new
BMW X6 combines a new display and operating concept with unbeatable
connectivity. It includes a high-resolution instrument
cluster and a Control Display, both
with a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches. The new BMW X6 comes with
the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, an intelligent digital
character who responds to the prompt “Hey BMW”. One unique feature
over other digital assistants is that drivers can choose their own
name for him. The arrival of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant
ensures there is always a genuine BMW professional on board. He is
able to explain all sorts of different functions, provide up-to-date
information and assist the driver. The range of functions and skills
available will be constantly expanded as part of regular updates,
which can be carried out seamlessly on a smartphone and in‑car via
Remote Software Upgrade.
CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.
BMW X6 M50i fuel consumption combined: 10.7–10.4 l/100 km [26.4–27.2 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 243–237 g/km
BMW X6 M50d fuel consumption combined: 7.2–6.9 l/100 km [39.2‑40.9 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 190–181 g/km
BMW X6 xDrive40i fuel consumption combined: 8.6–8.0 l/100 km [32.8–35.3 mpg imp]; CO2emissions combined: 197–181 g/km
BMW X6 xDrive30d fuel consumption combined: 6.6–6.1 l/100 km [42.8–46.3 mpg imp]; CO2emissions combined: 172–159 g/km
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