Official: Production X6 pics and press release

[Steved]

Scott27, the 50i is described in BMW's literature as 'replacing' the 4.8i and there is no mention of the 4.8i in any of the German press material..

[Juanted]

So, it's heavier than the e70, only .2 seconds faster than the e70, and it will probably cost more than the e70?

I'm sure it will handle better, especially since the e70 is softer than the e53, but... as much as I'd love to have one, I don't know I can pull the trigger... I'll have to wait to see some pricing, I guess.

Juan

[scott27]

Originally Posted by Kaefer

So, it's heavier than the e70, only .2 seconds faster than the e70, and it will probably cost more than the e70?

0-100kmh

X5 3.0si = 8.1sec
X6 35i = 6.7sec

X5 4.8i = 6.5sec
X6 50i = 5.4sec


Over 1 sec faster, less then 100kg heavier, costing less than 10% more than X5 ... But standard features including DPC, much stronger engines, etc.

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by scott27

0-100kmh

X5 3.0si = 8.1sec
X6 35i = 6.7sec

X5 4.8i = 6.5sec
X6 50i = 5.4sec


Over 1 sec faster, less then 100kg heavier, costing less than 10% more than X5 ... But standard features including DPC, much stronger engines, etc.

DPC is good edge over X5. Expect that to show up on X5 in 2009 MY.

[canamx5]

Looks like the 09 TT X5 will be quite the ride. Still not a fan of the X6 although I want to be. Maybe big wheels, running boards, Aero-kit and tinted windows would change my mind?

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by canamx5

Sounds like the 09 TT X5 will be quite the ride.

...combined with DPC.

[Juanted]

Yeah, you're right.. I guess I'm the one who's confused... Ooops! LOL

Sorry. And, thanks.

Originally Posted by scott27

0-100kmh

X5 3.0si = 8.1sec
X6 35i = 6.7sec

X5 4.8i = 6.5sec
X6 50i = 5.4sec


Over 1 sec faster, less then 100kg heavier, costing less than 10% more than X5 ... But standard features including DPC, much stronger engines, etc.

[LeMansX5]

From what I have heard; the pricing difference in US will be similar to the pricing difference between 5er and 6er.
2009 X5 is also supposed to get the V8 TT engine and 4.8i name revision.
Notice that X6 has more leather on dash than X5.
From what a birdie said, more goodies like 8-speed gearbox, DCT, air suspension coming later.
There will also be an M-sport package, which may not come to US

[Fredo]

Originally Posted by LeMansX5

From what I have heard; the pricing difference in US will be similar to the pricing difference between 5er and 6er.
2009 X5 is also supposed to get the V8 TT engine and 4.8i name revision.
Notice that X6 has more leather on dash than X5.
From what a birdie said, more goodies like 8-speed gearbox, DCT, air suspension coming later.
There will also be an M-sport package, which may not come to US

Do you think they will really use extended leather in the X6? That's a £5000 option on an M6 in the UK...can't see any way they will include that in the spec giving the pricing that has been announced. That X6 also has comfort seats which I doubt will be included in the spec.

[scott27]

Leather-covered dashboard & central console will be an optional feature. Available later , not at launch. Price? High.


Panoramic roof?
X6 is a coupe, not an SAV. Nor sedan or wagon.
Coupe with panoramic roof? No, no no.