1) It is muted to be early 2009. (probably mid to late 2009) and will be the first BMW to be fitted with the Hybrid platform (unless the new 7-series due out mid-2008 offers it first)

2) Nobody (outside BMW) knows the spec yet, but I understand it to be a V8 petrol/electric hybrid that enables both engines to be operated at the same time to maximise torque. It is said to be a 'performance' hybrid that in operation will be 20% or more fuel efficient than a petrol engine (I assume the V8 engine on its own). It is slightly heavier (I would reckon between 50-100kg) than the conventionally powered X6 models.

3) Price is conjecture at this stage, although it would be reasonable to expect it to be more expensive than any other X6 models, which should mean something in the $65k+ range.

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