The all new third generation BMW X6 has been launched in India at Rs. 95 lakh ex showroom. The X6 will be available in two variants xLine and M Sport and prices are the same for both. The new X6 will be sold as a CBU for now.
On the exterior, the new X6 comes with a larger kidney grille, LED headlamps, 20 inch alloy wheels and L shaped LED tail lamps. An illuminated kidney grille and BMW Laser Lights can be ordered as an option. In terms of dimensions, the new BMW X6 has grown in terms of length (26 mm), width (15mm) and wheelbase (42mm). At the same time, overall height has been reduced (6 mm).
On the interior, the new BMW X6 gets a driver focussed dashboard. Features include 12.3 inch digital instrument cluster, temperature controlled cup holders, wireless charging for smartphones, 12.3 inch touch screen for the iDrive infotainment system, Leather Vernasca upholstery in 6 colour tones, panoramic glass roof etc.
While the xLine variant gets the xLine Package including Sports Seats, Sport Leather
Steering Wheel, Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension and 20-inch light alloy wheels V-spoke style,
the M Sport variant features the M Sport Package with M Leather Steering Wheel along-with the
Sports Seats. It also comes equipped with M Sport Brakes, M Sport exhaust system, Adaptive M Suspension, M aerodynamics package and 20-inch M light alloy wheels Star-spoke style in the standard profile. Interior trim strips in M Carbon Fibre is optionally available with the M Sport.
The new X6 is available with a single engine option. It is a 3.0 litre six cylinder twin turbo petrol engine that develops 340 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. It goes from 0 to 100 kph in 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 250 kph. It features an eight speed automatic gearbox and the xDrive all wheel drive system.
The BMW X6 rivals the Audi Q8 and the Porsche Cayenne Coupe in the Indian market.
