BMW X6 2009-2012 M Design Edition

X6 2009-2014 M Design Edition Review

The highly acclaimed German automobile giant, BMW has rolled out the BMW X6 M Design Edition in the Indian car bazaar. However, the company restricted this particular edition to only 100 units. Powering this particular version is the 4.4-litre, V8 petrol power plant that is incorporated with twin turbo charger. The company has made no changes to the technicalities of the engine or its mechanism. This eight cylinder based 4395cc engine is very powerful and it can propel this SUV to zoom towards 100 Kmph in just about 5.4 seconds, which is quite remarkable. The company is offering this latest edition with a set of new cosmetics both inside and out, which will boost the sporty and striking looks of this vehicle. The interiors of this SUV gets the high class Merino Leather upholstery along with a two tone instrument panel. This panel comes in Black color with Mugello Red contrast stitching that gives a classy look to the insides. This SUV comes with Piano Black shade with an edition specific badge that beautifies the overall look of the interiors. The company has also blessed this particular version with some striking exteriors that only enhances the sporty cues of this design edition trim.

Exteriors:

The latest BMW X6 M Design Edition trim looks very sporty thanks to the special package that made it look alluring. There are some new exterior features you can notice on this limited edition trim such as a BMW Kidney bean shaped grille with black color garnish. Also, this design edition trim gets the classy 21-inch M Performance light alloy wheels with double spoke design . The company is offering this latest edition with three different paint options, which are Alpine White, Melbourne Red Metallic and Sapphire Black. Also the exterior mirror caps of this SUV comes with gloss black color garnish as part of M Design package. Then, this limited edition trim gets 'M Performance' body decals with stripes that completes the overall sporty look of the vehicle. You can notice these body decals on the bonnet, side profile, as well as on front and rear bumper. Other new exterior features include the front splitter, rear diffuser and a rear spoiler. These aspects makes this vehicle look more alluring in comparison with any other SUV model in its class. However, the overall body structure and design of this sports utility vehicle remains to be the same as other existing variants.

Interiors:

When it comes to the interiors, the new BMW X6 M Design Edition comes with a plush interior cabin with piano black color scheme with edition specific badge that is illustrating the exclusivity of this trim. Inside, the seats are covered with Merino leather upholstery. Also the instrument panel inside the cabin is done up in Black leather upholstery with Mugello Red contrast stitching. This will certainly enhance the sportiness of the cabin and will add to the customer excitement. Rest of the features and design of the interiors remains to be the same as the existing variants. The best part about the interiors is the huge leg and shoulder room that provides a lavish feel to the occupants inside. The company bestowed this particular variant with several exciting utility based functions such as power outlets, multi-function steering wheel, glove box compartment, cup holders, storage compartment, internal rear view mirror , arm rest and a lot more such aspects. Also the company is offering features like sun protection glass, head-up display with additional M Specific display and quite a few other such features.

Engine and Performance:

The German luxury car maker BMW is offering this Design Edition trim with the same 4.4-litre, V8, M Twin-turbo petrol engine that makes an overall displacement capacity of 4395cc . This 8-cylinder petrol mill has the ability to produce a peak power output of about 555bhp at 6000rpm, which is rather commanding. This power is converted to a mammoth torque output of about 680Nm at 1500 to 5650rpm. The company has coupled this V8 engine with an advanced 6-speed M Sport automatic transmission gearbox that delivers the torque output to the wheels in the form of an AWD layout. The company claims that this SUV takes only about 5.4 seconds to reach the speed barrier of about 100 Kmph, which is quite remarkable.

Braking and Handling:

The German automaker is selling this Design Edition trim with a proficient ventilated disc braking system. The ventilated discs fitted to the front wheels comes with 15.6 inch in diameter, while the rear discs comes with 15.2 inch of diameter. These disc brakes gets further assistance from the anti lock braking system , cornering brake control and other advanced features. The company also incorporated this trim with an electronic stability control and electronic damping control functions that will take the handling aspects to a new high. On the other hand, the power steering system is very sensitive and it acts instantaneously and offers precise steering on roads.

Comfort Features:

This M Design Edition trim of the BMW X6 model series comes with exciting set of comfort features. The company has fitted the cabin very wide and well cushioned seats that are now covered with Merino full leather upholstery that gives a luxurious feel to the occupants. There are lots of comfort features incorporated inside the cabin such as an automatic air conditioning unit with two zone control, floor mats in velour, a multi-function steering wheel with leather wrapping and other such features. Also the company offering this trim with a sophisticated BMW ConnectDrive functions that includes an advanced Hi-Fi system, Bluetooth connectivity , an advanced navigation system, park distant control system and so on. These comfort features offers a utmost luxury to the occupants inside and makes then feel extremely comfortable.

Safety Features:

As far as the safety features are concerned, the company is offering this BMW X6 M Design edition trim with some of the best in class features. The list includes BMW Brake Energy Regeneration system, BMW Blueperformance, BMW Assist Safety plans and so on. The safety plans include Automatic collision notification, enhanced roadside assistance, door unlock , stolen vehicle recovery and lots of other sophisticated aspects.

Pros: Stunning new looks, marvelous interiors.

Cons: Very expensive, maintenance cost is high.