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2008 BMW X6 - World Debut in Detroit

THE FIRST-EVER BMW X6 SPORTS ACTIVITY COUPE: BMW's All-New X6 xDrive35i and X6 xDrive50i Make World Debuts at Detroit Auto Show in 2008

BMW will once again introduce a ground-breaking idea to the world and the creation of a new segment with the debut of its all-new X6 Sports Activity Coupe at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show in January. The all-new vehicle redefines the very notion of a coupe -- with five doors and four sculpted seats, a higher ride and loads of cargo space. It defies coupe conventions in one jaw-dropping look, combining coupe agility and SAV versatility, taking the coupe to a higher level.

Looks like the ultimate answer to a question no one was asking......

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Originally Posted by brillo (Post 2195915)

Looks like the ultimate answer to a question no one was asking......

Maybe BMW is overcompensating for the success of the CX- line?

more details:

As the world's first Sports Activity Coupe, the BMW X6 will be available in two engine variants: the xDrive50i (4.4 V8 engine, 400 hp, 450lb.-ft torque) and the xDrive35i (3.0 inline six-cylinder engine, 300 hp, 300 lb.-ft torque), both with Twin Turbo and direct injection. The BMW X6 offers unique features and performance ability in a combination unmatched by any other vehicle. The new BMW X6's design combines the sporting elegance of a large BMW Coupe with the powerful presence of a BMW X model.

The BMW X6 comes as standard with BMW's intelligent xDrive all-wheel-drive technology with electronic control for variable distribution of drive power between the front and rear axles, consistently adjusted to driving conditions at all times and in all situations.

Featured for the first time as standard in the BMW X6, Dynamic Performance Control likewise ensures variable distribution of drive forces between the two rear wheels. Dynamic Performance Control incorporates an advanced computer control and an innovative rear differential incorporating two planetary gearsets and two clutch packs that enables the system to multiply torque on an individual rear wheel. The result is that Dynamic Performance Control can help steer the vehicle by directing torque to either of the rear wheels. Unique the world over, this cutting-edge technology is effective whether the driver is accelerating or decelerating and significantly enhances steering precision and, as a result, the agility of the vehicle at any speed. In fast corners with abrupt steering maneuvers or with the driver suddenly releasing the gas pedal, Dynamic Performance Control serves to improve the stability of the entire vehicle, thus allowing the driver to safely enter and enjoy new dimensions of driving dynamics. Finally, on slippery or uneven surfaces, Dynamic Performance Control provides the further advantage of even safer and more stable traction.

The new V8 engine with Twin Turbo technology and direct gasoline injection, is likewise making its world debut in the BMW X6. Displacing 4.4 liters, this eight-cylinder with maximum engine output of 400 hp and peak torque of 450 lb-ft available over an unusually large range of engine speed from 1,800-4,500 rpm, is the most powerful engine ever seen in a BMW X Model.

The new eight-cylinder is indeed truly impressive not only through its outstanding thrust and pulling force, but also through its compact dimensions. For this is the first eight-cylinder gasoline engine in the world to feature its turbocharger in the V-section between the two rows of cylinders.

Hence, the BMW Sports Activity Coupe is an absolutely exceptional vehicle also beyond the direct range of BMW X Model competitors, ensuring unparalleled performance in all situations, regardless of road and surface conditions.

Unique design: dynamic line, powerful presence.

In its design, the BMW X6 definitely offers all the DNA of a genuine BMW X Model, interpreted however, in a brand-new, extremely sporting style. Indeed, the design language of this new model is the authentic visualization of the outstanding driving characteristics offered by the BMW X6, mainly through intelligent BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive technology and Dynamic Performance Control.

Various design features typical of BMW also stand out in the car's details, ranging from the BMW kidney grille to the dual round headlights optically "cut off" at the top and the powerful contour line along the side, all the way to the horizontal lines at the rear emphasizing the sheer width of the vehicle.

WOW, that's probably the first SUV that I could see myself buying. I think it looks great, maybe if the price is right (doubt it) I'll pick one up when I decide to get a big, practical vehicle.

cant say for sure if I like it or not... the front made me feel questionable but the side profile is somewhat intriguing. Interior seems about what you'd expect from BMW. Gonna take a couple days for me to know if I like it or not lol.

Looks like BMWs take on the infinity FX

Floyd

My thoughts exactly...

I like it. I think it will look great in black and lowered.

I think what I really like about it is how the design doesn't pull any punches - it's going to be a "car-like" SUV and, hey!, it looks like a car! It doesn't try to pull off any of that, "no really, I'm still a truck! I mean it!" garbage.

And BlueEyes, if you lower it, it will just be a redesigned 318 with gigantic tires. :p:

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Originally Posted by brillo (Post 2195915)

Looks like the ultimate answer to a question no one was asking......

Funny you should say that- when the X5 was first introduced, David E. Davis said "the car was very good at what it thought it was supposed to do."

In other words, who needs it?

bmw is trying to do a mazda

pretty decent...if it only came with a six-speed... maybe a little lower..

bmw invents what? new segment?

fricking AMC/Eagle invented this AWD coupe segment aloooooooong time ago in like 1980

http://www.amceaglenest.com/images/1...-doorsedan.jpg

http://www.edmunds.com/media/news/co....eagle.500.jpg

AMC/Eagle did a wagon too before anyone knew what a Subaru was

http://www.amceaglenest.com/images/1...EagleWagon.jpg

susuki has built a coupe before too

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member...75_95_full.jpg

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Originally Posted by brillo (Post 2195915)

Looks like the ultimate answer to a question no one was asking......

Bingo.

It probably has no more room than its car counter part, and it will not drive as well, it will get worse gas millage and it does not look look like it could do anything off road.

So its a compromise between a car an a SUV and manages to do nothing new and nothing well. However i could see it being a sales success because it looks good and IMO 80% of BMW drivers buy BMW's just because they want others to see them driving a BMW.

HA!! winding road even mentions the AMC Eagle in their report

http://news.windingroad.com/concept-...nveils-the-x6/