X6 ///M spy pics,info and discussion thread

LeMansX5 · #1 07-04-2008, 12:06 AM

Currently sitting atop BMW’s X6 range is the xDrive50i but if these latest spy shots are anything to go by there may be a new top dog in the X6 lineup - just don’t call it an M car. A performance SUV doesn’t suit the M philosophy of increased performance through reduced weight, but demand for a more powerful version of the X6 will see BMW introduce a new high-performance version of the twin-turbocharged V8 model.

After witnessing Porsche and AMG rack up thousands of sales with their respective Cayenne and ML models, BMW is now primed to launch its own high-performance version of the X6 SUV. These latest spy shots show the car’s new front cowling, revealing much larger intakes than any previous X6 model plus a slightly revised grille and new side mirrors.

While still powered by BMW’s new 4.4L V8 twin-turbo engine, output is expected to be higher than the current 400hp (298kW) and 450lb-ft (600Nm) torque in the xDrive50i. The same powertrain is expected to feature in a similar version of the X5 SUV, which has also been spotted testing in prototype form.

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chilliwilli · #2 07-04-2008, 01:16 AM

There's tape concealing what looks to be ///M side vents.

cosmos · #3 07-04-2008, 01:47 PM

Nice.

ljnlaw · #4 07-05-2008, 10:29 AM

The front looks mean!

LeMansX5 · #5 07-09-2008, 05:53 PM

Did our spies stumble across an M version of BMW’s new X6? It definitely seems so, if you look at their photos...

The biggest give-away on this prototype is the quad exhaust and side vents, which could hint to the true identity of this not-so-mild-mannered X6.

Furthermore the vehicle appears to have a more aggressive stance than the normal X6, while at the front there are larger air intakes too.

So, all of this indicate that a performance version of the X6 is on its way.

Rumour has it that it is going to be powered by a tuned version of the 4.4-liter V8 engine, however, it could even get the current M5’s V10 engine.

An M-powered X6 will compete with Porsche’s Cayenne Turbo S, Mercedes ML63 AMG and other high-performance crossovers.

vinuneuro · #6 07-09-2008, 06:05 PM

Looks like it's lower than the X6. No way on the V10.

LeMansX5 · #7 07-09-2008, 06:21 PM

Twin Turbo

vinuneuro · #8 07-09-2008, 06:23 PM

TT V10?

FSETH · #9 07-09-2008, 06:31 PM

I agree, no way on the V10. They would definately want the torque and economy of the tt in a big heavy truck like that. A typical high-revving NA M-engine would not suit the vehicle. I bet LeMansX5 was talking about a TT V8.

LeMansX5 · #10 07-09-2008, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vinuneuro

TT V10?

That's what the birdie said.

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