The all-new triple-turbocharged BMW X6 M50d, the world’s most powerful six-cylinder diesel, is the star attraction in BMW’s updated X6 range. Simultaneously, BMW Australia has launched the X5 equivalent – the X5 M50d.
Entry to the BMW X6 lineup is the XDrive30d priced at $110,900 and the range-topper remains the stunning X6 M stickered at $190,900. Standard seating specification is now five seats.
But the talking point is the Australian debut of the German brand’s new class of M Performance vehicles headlined by the rip-snorting X6 M50d with two small high-pressure turbochargers working in harmony with a larger low-pressure unit to deliver 740Nm of torque from as low as 1500rpm to 3000rpm. Maximum power is 280kW and this is delivered between 4000rpm and 4500rpm – he redline is 5400rpm.
Drive is via an M-specification close-ratio eight-speed Sports automatic transmission with steering wheel paddle-shifters for manual changes. Zero to 100km/h takes just 5.3 seconds – faster than many V8s – yet combined cycle fuel consumption is just 7.7l/100kms.
Underneath are stronger body mounts and air suspension with automatic self-levelling and 20-inch M light alloy wheels.
Naturally there is full range of BMW M exterior and interior enhancements including Anthracite roof liner and Alcantara/Nappa leather M steering wheel.
Across the BMW X6 range is new styling including a revised front end with high fog lights, new grille and headlights (adaptive LED headlights are optional and standard on the X6M). Rear lights are also new – two LED banks which have a bold display for a distinctive BMW look.
There are also new wheels and new colours inside and out – including startling new leathers in Vermilion Red and Ivory White (as well as the traditional black).
The M Sport package brings to usual extra such as 20-inch alloy wheels and interior enhancements.
The full range is:
X6 xDrive30d $110,900
X6 xDrive35i $121,000
X6 xDrive40d $127,400
X6 xDrive50i $150,400
X6 M50d $157,000
X6 M $190,000
