 BMW
X6M arrives in Australia
13th December 2009
BMW has brought the performance character of its famous BMW M division
to bear on the segment of X models for the very first time.
“Now
with the arrival of the X6 M and X5 M, we’re able to offer an M version
which will tempt performance-oriented buyers considering an ML 63 AMG or
Cayenne Turbo with benefits such as faster acceleration, less weight and
better fuel consumption,” says Stavros Yallouridis, the Australian head of
BMW Group Australia.
First Australian deliveries of the BMW X6 M will
commence in December this year; whilst the BMW X5 M will arrive onto the
market in January 2010.
BMW claim that the X6 M and BMW X5 M models
set new standards in their class in terms of dynamic performance as a result
of supreme acceleration, lateral dynamics, steering behaviour, short
stopping distances and efficiency – all hallmarks of BMW M vehicles.
“Now with the arrival of the X6 M and X5 M, we’re able to offer an M version
which will tempt performance-oriented buyers considering an ML 63 AMG or
Cayenne Turbo with benefits such as faster acceleration, less weight and
better fuel consumption,” says Stavros Yallouridis, the Australian head of
BMW Group Australia.
“We are particularly pleased to welcome a new
chapter of BMW M to the Australian market give we have such a loyal and
strong following of the M product range,” says Yallouridis.
The BMW
X6 M is powered by a new 4.4-litre V8 high-performance engine.
Delivering
peak power of 408 kW, the new M TwinPower Turbo engine is the world’s first
power unit with a common exhaust emission manifold joining both rows of
cylinders as well as Twin Scroll Twin Turbo technology.
The
turbocharger and the catalytic converters are positioned in the V-section
between the two rows of cylinders ensuring spontaneous and direct response
so typical of BMW M as well as a linear surge of power for a consistent flow
of torque at all times. Peak torque is rated at 680 Newton-metres available
across an extremely wide range of engine speeds from 1,500 to 5,650rpm.
 The
BMW X6 M accelerates from 0-100 km/h in a scintillating 4.7 seconds and has
a governed top speed of 250 km/h. Characterised by massive front air intakes
adoring the front apron as well as the rear apron with diffuser and quad
chrome exhausts the range topping X6 provides a clear indication if its
awesome engine power.
The BMW X6 M offers the highest level of
efficiency in its segment thanks to the High Precision Injection engine
combined with proven and newly developed BMW EfficientDynamics technologies.
These include Brake Energy Regeneration as well as on-demand control of the
electrical fuel pump, detachable a/c compressor and volume flow-controlled
supply of hydraulic fluid to the anti-roll system.
The BMW X6 M
complies with the EU5 and LEV II emission standards and average fuel
consumption is 14.3 litres per 100 kilometres, making it the most fuel
efficient in its class.
A six-speed M Sports Automatic transmission,
featuring optimised gearshift dynamics and outstanding gearshift comfort is
fitted to the BMW X6 M. Extremely short gearshift times are the result of an
innovative torque reduction concept which briefly cancels out fuel injection
and ignition.
Drivers can shift gears by the BMW M aluminium shift
paddles on the steering wheel or via the electronic gear selector and a
launch control function is available for maximum acceleration.
 The
BMW X6 M and BMW X5 M are the first all-wheel-drive models built by BMW M
GmbH, combining BMW xDrive and Dynamic Performance Control. Both models
exhibit outstanding driving dynamics combined with supreme stability and
excellent traction as well as agility unparallel in this segment.
The
X6 M features specifically developed M Servotronic steering which provides
substantial steering support at low speeds and exact feedback at higher
speeds for greater precision when travelling fast. The driver can also call
up the Sports Mode via the M Drive button for an uncompromisingly sporting
control map.
Adaptive Drive with electronically adjustable dampers
(EDC) and Dynamic Drive are fitted as standard with self-levelling air
suspension on the rear axle. The M specific design of the suspension lowers
the vehicle by 10 millimetres compared with the non-M X5 and X6 models and
features stiffer shock absorbers and modified swaybars. The result is that
body roll and movements are reduced, while self-steering and alternating
load alteration effects are optimised. The highly sports-oriented design
empowers drivers to take individual control in many different ways. The EDC
and M Drive buttons allow the driver to call up damper tuning and the M
Servotronic steering control map in Normal or Sport mode.
The
high-performance brake system features lightweight technology offering
superior stopping power with virtually no fading and optimum control of the
brakes.
The BMW X6 M also features M Dynamic Mode (MDM), which raises
the control thresholds for intervention by the brakes and the reduction of
the engine power and provides that typical steering behaviour so
characteristic of BMW M by shifting the drive power to the rear in the
xDrive setting and interacting appropriately with Dynamic Performance
Control. MDM allows maximum speeds in bends plus unrestricted safety when
driving to the extreme.
The X6 M is the first M model to receive
run-flat safety tyres as standard equipment, with the addition of an
emergency spare also fitted as standard. The X6 M arrives with 20-inch
light-alloy wheels equipped with 275/40 R20 runflat safety tyres at the
front and road-hugging 315/35 R20 runflat safety tyres at the rear.
 Further
standard equipment highlights include Bi-xenon dual headlights including a
daytime driving light function, adaptive brake light, Alarm System, Glass
Sunroof, Metallic paint, Individual High-gloss shadowline and Quad chrome
exhausts on this exclusive model.
A host of innovative driver
assistance systems include Head-Up Display, Adaptive Headlights, High Beam
Assistant and Comfort Access.
Inside, the BMW X6 M comes with M
heated seats, an M leather steering wheel, entry strips with M designation
and an M footrest, as well as the M-specific cockpit including an instrument
cluster with a variable pre-warning field in the rev counter, specific
vehicle function displays, and white illumination of the display units.
The colour pallet for the X6 M is again in keeping with M models,
offering the choice of solid colours that include Alpine White and Melbourne
Red as well as metallic paint options of Carbon Black, Black Sapphire,
Silverstone, Space Grey and Monte Carlo Blue.
In contrast the
interior is equipped with extended BMW Merino Leather in Black, Sliverstone
or Bamboo Beige that extends beyond the front and rear seats, to the centre
console, door trims and armrest together with an embossed M symbol in the
front headrests.
“What more could you ask for? Here you have a car
with coupe design, power, agility and performance, street credibility and
uniqueness, plus it offers the versatility of a sports activity vehicle,”
says Yallouridis.
The X6 M is priced from $179,900* and X5 M priced
from $172,900*.
* Manufacturer’s Recommended List Price is shown and
includes GST and Luxury Car Tax (LCT) but excludes dealer charges, stamp
duty, statutory charges and on-road charges which are additional and vary
between dealers and States/Territories. Buyers are advised to contact their
nearest BMW dealer for all pricing inquiries.
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