2009 BMW X6
Only seven months ago, BMW unveiled their X6 concept car at the IAA auto show in Frankfurt, Germany. The concept looked ready for production and that was exactly what it was. In January, we was the final model celebrated its world premiere and just recently we were able to drive the new Bimmer.
When introducing the X5, BMW refused to define it as an SUV and calls the X5 an SAV (Sports Activity Vehicle). The same happens with the X6, that the Germans define as a Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) and herewith want to introduce a new niche in the SUV-segment. But BMW also generated criticism as a lot of people would never call the four-door X6 a coupe. Therefore it is too high on its wheels and above all, a true sports coupe only has two doors. There were, of course, also doubts about the introduction of another big gas guzzling model, but in the mean time BMW’s strategy has been proven right: this year’s production of 30,000 has been sold out already. That is what Dr. Norbert Reithofer, BMW’s chairman of the board said on May 8, during the annual shareholders meeting.
Built in South Carolina
The X6 is built on the chassis of the X5 on the same line in the Spartanburg, South Carolina plant. Just recently BMW also announced an investment of 3.4 billion dollar to increase production capacity of the Spartanburg plant from 160,000 to 240.000 units by 2012. Until then, the Z4 will be American built, but then, it will have to make room for the upcoming X3 and Z4 production will move to Germany. The Last January Spartanburg started with the X6. Upon its market introduction by the end of May, the X6 will be available with a choice of two petrol engines, but also a hybrid model is announced. For Europe and other markets, BMW offers a diesel model with the X6 xDrive35d. North America will get the 2008 X6 as xDrive35i ($53,275) and xDrive50i ($63,775).
The X6 is 192 in. long, 77.1 in. wide and 66.5 in. high. With a full load of technology and luxury, the curb weight is nearly 5,000 lb.ft.
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