BMW X6

BMW X6
BMW first launched the X6 crossover-coupe for the 2009 model year, calling it a "Sport Activity Coupe." Mechanically identical to the X5 crossover, the X6 trades cargo and passenger space for a rakish roofline and also provides surprisingly sharp handling given its large size (especially in high-performance X6 M form).BMW is the first automaker to bring such an SUV to market, although other automakers are said to be planning similar coupe-like utility vehicles.Compared with the X6 concept that preceded it, very little has changed in the transformation to production form. In fact, you'll have a hard time noticing any differences at all. The only obvious design tweak was made to the crossover's side windows. On the concept, the B- and C-pillars are not visible, but on the production car they clearly divide up the glass.Even the X6's complex front fender design made it to production. Each front quarter panel surrounds the entire headlamp, creating a very seamless appearance. The X6's aggressive front fascia is also carried over from the concept, with its large air intakes and stylish fog lamps.

Daring Design
As the photos reveal, the X6 has anything but a conservative look.The X6's roofline begins arching downward after the B-pillar and continues plunging right to the X6's rising waistline. As a result, second-row headroom and rear cargo volume are both compromised.
The new X6 is longer and lower than the new X5, seating only four. But what the sporty X6 loses in seating and storage, it gains in performance.
Compared to the X5, the X6 has almost an inch of additional wheelbase length, and two inches of added width. The overall height of the X6 is a whopping 3.3 inches lower than that of the X5.

2011 BMW X6 Specs

Tires and Wheels

Alloy wheels

19 x 9.0 in. wheels

255/50R19 tires

Run flat tires

Roof and Glass

Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers

Privacy glass

Rear defogger

Intermittent rear wiper

Power glass sunroof

Remote sunroof operation

Doors

Fixed lifgate window

Rear power liftgate door

Towing and Hauling

Trailer wiring

Measurements

Width: 78.1 in.

Height: 66.5 in.

Length: 192.1 in.

Front track: 64.7 in.

Rear track: 67.2 in.

Wheel base: 115.5 in.

Cargo capacity, all seats in place: 25.6 cu.ft.

Maximum cargo capacity: 59.7 cu.ft.

Maximum towing capacity: 6000 lbs.**

Maximum payload: 937 lbs.**

Gross weight: 5975 lbs.

Drag Coefficient: 0.35 Cd

Curb weight: 4784 lbs.

Exterior Options

Running Boards

Rear View Camera w/Top View

Soft-Close Automatic Doors

20" Wheel/Tire Upgrade

Mechanical

Engine & Performance

Base engine size: 3.0 L

Cam type: Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Cylinders: inline 6

Valves: 24

Valve timing: Variable

Direct injection

Torque: 300 ft-lbs. @ 1200 rpm

Horsepower: 300 hp @ 5800 rpm

Turning circle: 42.0 ft.

Base engine type: gas

DriveTrain

Drive type: all wheel drive

Mechanical center differential

Descent control

Transmission: 8-speed shiftable automatic

Center and rear limited slip differential

Brake hill holder

Suspension

Double wishbone front suspension

Multi-link rear suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension

Front and rear stabilizer bar

Fuel

Fuel type: gas

Fuel type: premium unleaded (required)

Fuel tank capacity: 22.5 gal.

Range in miles (cty/hwy): 360.0/517.5 mi.

EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy): 16/23 mpg

Mechanical Options

Active Steering

Adaptive Drive

2011 BMW X6 Specs Pictures