Official X5 ///M Press Release and Pics(updated post 51)

[chilliwilli]

Originally Posted by E53is

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oh by the way to say something about the 4.6is, at six years old now my dealer said they would give me 30k for it . they said its one of there most highly desirable bmws they want for resale...i gave them a laugh and a big No....long live the 4.6is

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30K? This certainly cannot be a US dealer, can it? I was offered 15K & 18K by two different dealers in the US

Oh and welcome aboard

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by chilliwilli

30K? This certainly cannot be a US dealer, can it? I was offered 15K & 18K by two different dealers in the US

Oh and welcome aboard

30k for 4.6 is lot of money. Jump to it.

[LeMansX5]

Release from this morning:

BMW X5 M AND X6 M U.S. PRICING ANNOUNCED
04/27/2009

The latest models from BMW’s M Division arrive in U.S. Dealers this Fall.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 27, 2009... On the occasion of the world debut of the BMW X5 M at the Shanghai International Auto Show, BMW today announced U.S. retail pricing for both the X5 M and the X6 M. The X6 M was unveiled for the first time at the New York International Auto Show on April 8th. When the X5 M and X6 M go on sale this fall as 2010 model vehicles, they will retail for $86,225 and $89,725 respectively (including $825 Destination & Handling).

Both the BMW X5 M and X6 M feature a new reverse flow V8 engine with patented twin-turbo technology. The lag-eliminating Cylinder-bank Comprehensive Manifold (CCM) enables the engine to produce 555 horsepower and accelerate both models from 0 to 60mph in 4.5 seconds. At BMW M, “the chassis must always be more powerful than the engine.” The X5 M and X6 M exploit the limits of physics through their reworked Integrated Chassis Management systems to provide maximum road-holding without conceding to harsh ride characteristics.

Power is delivered through an M derivative of BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive, allowing M typical throttle-steering. At the rear axle is BMW’s revolutionary Dynamic Performance Control, tailored by BMW M to ensure near-perfect distribution of power. Four M-characteristic tailpipes emerge from the aerodynamic diffuser in the rear. Enormous brakes round out the package, providing confidence under all conditions.

The modern, sustainable legacy of BMW M began in 1985 when engineers placed the snarling, race-bred inline-6 engine from the M1 supercar into the production BMW 5 Series sedan, reworked the suspension and brakes, and created BMW’s first M5. The M5 redefined the capabilities of a sedan with levels of power, precision, and linear control never before imaginable. Ever since, the craftsmen at BMW M have been focused on finding new ways to expand the performance boundaries using existing BMW models as a basis.

[Tom G.]

I was able to see these in person during my trip to Shanghai last week, here are some quick shots from my iPhone:



















And some of the 5-series Gran Turismo:







Enjoy!

[LeMansX5]

Thanks for pics, Tom. What do you think of 5GT after seeing in person?

[Tom G.]

Originally Posted by LeMansX5

Thanks for pics, Tom. What do you think of 5GT after seeing in person?

Tough to say as I didn't get much time with the GT. Here's another quick shot of the rear entertainment system:

[Anmar Hussain]

I would take one with the chrome 128's

[E53is]

Originally Posted by chilliwilli

30K? This certainly cannot be a US dealer, can it? I was offered 15K & 18K by two different dealers in the US

Oh and welcome aboard

thanks and yes it is in the US. I was told 28 now 30k come fall\winter...
how many miles do you have? mines at 49k ( with full options )

my dealer told me my X5 M will start at $85,400 while (the X6 M will cost $88,900 to start..) he told me today in about 2 weeks i can choose the options..
so far he doesnt have a list of what they will be...ill post them when i know if its not already a public fact ect...

at 85,000$ its less than the porsche turbo s and mercedes amg + its faster


oh yeah and the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Concept to me is really unattractive .. the base model would look so bad . its like a confused x6\ new 7

[Tom G.]

Enjoy!

[LeMansX5]

New stuff added to M. The Next chapter microsite. More coming...
BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M : Multimedia highlights