New Century BMW of Alhambra, CA is your BMW Dealership for the All New 2010 BMW X6 Series.

Read below for more detailed information on the 2010 BMW X6 Series: BMW X6 xDrive35i, BMW X6 xDrive50i

 

 

BMW calls its midsize X6 a "Sports Activity Coupe" (even though it has four doors), presumably because of the X6's sporty and graceful profile. There's no doubt that the X6 is a head turner, but these good looks come at a price -- literally and figuratively. The unique sloping rear roofline includes the unfortunate side effect of reducing cargo space, rear headroom and visibility. Then there's the price tag. Despite sharing most of its underpinnings with the more conventionally styled X5, the X6 is priced more than $9,000 higher.

What you get for that premium, however, is a surprising amount of performance. The results from our testing of the 300-horsepower xDrive35i model are closer to those of a sport sedan than an SUV. And what is even more shocking is that the X6 weighs almost 5,000 pounds. Its ability to quickly accelerate, corner and slow down defies logic, and to BMW's credit, the X6 also provides a comfortable and quiet front-seat ride. For those who hunger for even more performance than that from the standard twin-turbo inline-6, there is the xDrive50i that boasts an over-the-top twin-turbo V8 producing 400 hp. 

Style Comparisons

The 2010 BMW X6 is a midsize luxury crossover SUV that is offered in two trim levels. The base xDrive35i trim comes standard with 19-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, adaptive xenon headlights, rain-sensing wipers, leather upholstery, power front seats with driver memory settings, parking assist sensors, dual-zone automatic climate control, the iDrive multimedia interface and a 12-speaker audio system with a CD/MP3 player and an auxiliary audio jack. The xDrive50i trim level includes all of the above and adds multicontour seats and voice-activated navigation with real-time traffic (all of which are available on the xDrive35i as options).

A wide array of options that are grouped into packages can be added to the X6. The Premium package includes auto-dimming mirrors, a power liftgate, ambient lighting, front-seat lumbar support, a cargo-area rail system and Bluetooth. The Sport package adds sport front seats and adaptive suspension dampers and stabilizer bars. A Premium Sound package is available that upgrades the audio system with 16 speakers, a six-CD changer and an iPod/USB adapter. Other optional features found in packages include rear-seat climate control, heated seats and steering wheel, and ventilated front seats.

Stand-alone options include active steering, 20-inch wheels, keyless ignition and entry, a rearview camera, a leather-wrapped dashboard and center console, a head-up display, satellite and HD radio, and a rear-seat entertainment system.

Trim Engine Trans. Wheels Audio System Seating MSRP Current Vehicle: xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6A) 3.0L inline 6 double overhead cam (DOHC) 24-valve engine 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission 19 x 9.0 in. alloy 10-speaker, AM/FM in-dash single CD player, CD-controller with CD MP3 Playback, diversity antenna leatherette upholstery $55,900 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A) 4.4L V8 double overhead cam (DOHC) 32-valve engine 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission 19 x 9.0 in. alloy 10-speaker, AM/FM in-dash single CD player, CD-controller with CD MP3 Playback, diversity antenna leatherette upholstery $66,650

Powertrains and Performance

The 2010 BMW X6 xDrive35i is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-6 that produces 300 hp and 300 pound-feet of torque. In our testing, this X6 accelerated to 60 mph from a standstill in an impressive 6.3 seconds. The xDrive50i comes with a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 that generates 400 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque; BMW claims a 0-60 time of only 5.3 seconds. Both engines route power to all four wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control.

Fuel economy registers an EPA-estimated 15 mpg city/20 mpg highway and 17 mpg in combined driving for the xDrive35i, while the xDrive50i manages only 12 mpg city/18 mpg highway and 15 mpg in combined driving.

Dimensions
Exterior
Length: 192.1 in.	Width: 78.1 in.
Height: 66.5 in.	Wheel Base: 115.5 in.
Curb Weight: 4894 lbs.	Gross Weight: 6085 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 38.3 in.	Front Shoulder Room: 59.9 in.
Rear Head Room: 37.2 in.	Rear Shoulder Room: 57 in.
Front Leg Room: 40.4 in.	Rear Leg Room: 35.9 in.
Luggage Capacity: 25.5 cu. ft.	Maximum Cargo Capacity: 60 cu. ft.
Maximum Seating: 4
Performance Data
Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 6	Base Engine Size: 3 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 6	Horsepower: 300 hp
Max Horsepower: 5800 rpm	Torque: 300 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 1400 rpm	Maximum Payload: 937 lbs.
Drive Type: AWD	Turning Circle: 42 ft.

 

Fuel Data

Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 22.5 gal.
EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway)
Automatic: 15 mpg / 20 mpg
Range in Miles: (City/Highway)
Automatic: 337.5 mi. / 450 mi. / 382.5 mi.

Safety

The 2010 X6 comes standard with antilock brakes, traction control, stability control, brake drying and standby features, a rollover sensor, front side airbags and side curtain airbags for the first and second rows.

Safety Features
Antilock Brakes: Standard	Four Wheel Antilock Brakes: Standard
Depowered Airbag: Standard	Passenger Airbag: Standard
Head Airbag: Standard	Side Airbag: Standard
Child Safety Seats: Not Available	Traction Control: Standard
Stability Control: Standard

Interior Design and Special Features

From the front seats, the BMW X6 is nearly identical to the X5 that it is based on. The X6 adds details like sportier seats and steering wheel that make the cockpit feel more like a sport sedan's than an SUV's. Cushioned center console sides (to help protect knees during aggressive cornering) are also unique to the X6. Luxurious leather upholstery is standard throughout the cabin as is dark wood trim for a decidedly upscale flavor.

 

Driving Impressions

The 2010 BMW X6 delivers an astonishing amount of performance considering its size and weight. Cornering prowess is most impressive, owing to a nearly perfect 50/50 weight distribution and wide, sticky tires. The Dynamic Performance Control all-wheel-drive system also contributes heavily, especially in low grip conditions or at high speeds.

Acceleration is brisk, thanks to quick yet smooth shifts from the six-speed automatic, though the shift paddles have a flimsy feel about them. Braking power is remarkably strong and fade-free, especially considering this big Bimmer's heft. Despite the X6's athletic performance, ride comfort does not suffer. In everyday driving, the cabin keeps road and wind noise to a minimum, while the suspension soaks up road imperfections with ease.

 

 Source: www.edmunds.com