First Look: 2009 BMW X6 xDrive50i

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First Look: 2009 BMW X6 xDrive50i - BMW has never been shy about inventing new vehicle categories out of thin air. (Don't think the X5 is a sport-utility vehicle; it's a sports activity vehicle!) So never mind that a coupe is generally defined as a closed car with two doors, while the X6 has four doors. The X6 has a coupelike fastback roof line, so that will have to be justification enough for calling it a sports activity coupe. (more)

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#37 of 69 Re: hi [chaddy75] by cntrad Apr 14, 2008 (1:27 pm)
Replying to: chaddy75 (Apr 13, 2008 9:03 pm) We've all heard some first run horror stories. but just how common is it these days, especially with bigger brands? i would imagine that they've put the car through almost any imaginable scenario. anyways. just want to get some thoughts espcially as it relates to BMW.
#38 of 69 Re: hi [chaddy75] by bmlexus Apr 14, 2008 (4:53 pm)
Replying to: chaddy75 (Apr 13, 2008 9:03 pm) I just sold my BMW and it was first year model Which class was it? Replies to this message: cntrad (Apr 16, 2008 8:56 am) pakman4 (Apr 16, 2008 10:37 am) bmlexus (Apr 16, 2008 2:29 pm) and 8 more... anon3 (May 28, 2008 8:53 am)
#39 of 69 Re: Delay?? by cntrad Apr 16, 2008 (8:56 am)
Replying to: bmlexus (Apr 14, 2008 4:53 pm) Is it true that the V8 version release has been delayed several months??? Are they having problems with this model already? I'm half interested in the V8 model, but I'm beginning to think this would be a bad move. Replies to this message: pakman4 (Apr 16, 2008 10:37 am) bmlexus (Apr 16, 2008 2:29 pm) cntrad (Apr 18, 2008 12:09 pm) and 7 more... anon3 (May 28, 2008 8:53 am)
#40 of 69 Re: Delay?? [cntrad] by pakman4 Apr 16, 2008 (10:37 am)
Replying to: cntrad (Apr 16, 2008 8:56 am) I just got back from test driving the X6. The six cylinder model has good acceleration and is very comfortable. I own a 2004 545 so I feel I can rate this vehicle which I would give a 9 out of 10 for ride and drive. It had the sport package and active steering. The good: A very good turning radius, great breaks, nice sport seats, very nice fit and finish. The Bad: I'm not so sure about the styling, but that could just be me. If I optioned the six cylinder the way I want it, it would list around 63k. The eight would be around 74k. The dealer said the eight is scheduled to be out in October. Replies to this message: bmlexus (Apr 16, 2008 2:29 pm) cntrad (Apr 18, 2008 12:09 pm) bmlexus (Apr 19, 2008 11:29 am) and 2 more... anon3 (Apr 28, 2008 12:58 pm) and 3 more...
#41 of 69 Re: Delay?? [pakman4] by bmlexus Apr 16, 2008 (2:29 pm)
Replying to: pakman4 (Apr 16, 2008 10:37 am) This will make you the first person test driving the x6 here. So will you be getting the x6? How good is the acceleration 0 to 60 in your opinion? I am beginning to think how good is the v8 than the inline 6 cylinder just faster From what i heard the v8 will be available in july !!! Replies to this message: cntrad (Apr 18, 2008 12:09 pm) bmlexus (Apr 19, 2008 11:29 am) donchar (Apr 22, 2008 3:27 pm) and 1 more... anon3 (Apr 28, 2008 12:58 pm) bmlexus (May 16, 2008 8:14 pm) and 2 more...
#42 of 69 Re: Delay?? [bmlexus] by cntrad Apr 18, 2008 (12:09 pm)
Replying to: bmlexus (Apr 16, 2008 2:29 pm) I just test drove one an hour ago. I was so psyched about this car before today. Overall it's a niche car, and you'll feel either extreme bout the styling, kinda like the TT when it first came out. Acceleration wise, you could feel the pull for about 2.5 secs. but for some odd reason, 2nd gear was extremely sluggish. Not sure what happened. Interior is definitely smaller than expected. Standard features are bare, and expect to pay about 20% of base for a nicely loaded. At that price point, it's way overpriced for what it offers. I think I'm not going move forward with this car. It's too much wow at first and blah after. Replies to this message: bmlexus (Apr 19, 2008 11:29 am) donchar (Apr 22, 2008 3:27 pm) bmlexus (Apr 23, 2008 12:41 pm) anon3 (Apr 28, 2008 12:58 pm) bmlexus (May 16, 2008 8:14 pm) anon3 (May 21, 2008 12:18 pm) and 1 more...
#43 of 69 Re: Delay?? [cntrad] by bmlexus Apr 19, 2008 (11:29 am)
Replying to: cntrad (Apr 18, 2008 12:09 pm) Thanks for the review. What was the 0 to 60 ? So I assume you won't be getting this car then what are your other choices? I think the new infiniti fx50 will be nice There is always a cayenne which people say is ugly It's too much wow at first and blah after. Really that doesn't sound nice abt this SAC. Replies to this message: donchar (Apr 22, 2008 3:27 pm) bmlexus (Apr 23, 2008 12:41 pm)
#44 of 69 Re: Delay?? [bmlexus] by donchar Apr 22, 2008 (3:27 pm)
Replying to: bmlexus (Apr 19, 2008 11:29 am) Ok. I'm deciding between the V8 and a used Cayenne turbo S (2006). They will price out within 5% of each other. I need advice. Which would be better overall value? Replies to this message: bmlexus (Apr 23, 2008 12:41 pm)
#45 of 69 Re: Delay?? [donchar] by bmlexus Apr 23, 2008 (12:41 pm)
Replying to: donchar (Apr 22, 2008 3:27 pm) Ok. I'm deciding between the V8 and a used Cayenne turbo S (2006). They will price out within 5% of each other. I need advice. Which would be better overall value? First of all if you want new there is a newer Cayenne turbo S 2009 coming in august. price will be high,So the new GTS or the Turbo is an alternate I say don't get an old car whatever you decide get something new.
#46 of 69 Re: Delay?? [cntrad] by anon3 Apr 28, 2008 (12:58 pm)
Replying to: cntrad (Apr 18, 2008 12:09 pm) I've been following X6 development closely for over a year. I saw the first one last August on the BMW center test track in Spartanburg, SC. Recently, I test drove the 3.5. My sales person let me take it out for a few hours one afternoon (instead of the usual 10 minute test drive. Buying 10 BMWs from the same sales person tends to put you at the top of their list.) I have always been a fan of the X5 and I like the X6 even better, especially after seeing it up close and in person. The photos make it appear smaller than an X5, but in person it is NOT a small vehicle. While I loved the exterior in person, it has a downside. The cargo floor and rear hatch are higher than the X5's, which you would not expect from the photos of the sloped rear roof. The combination of sloped roof and higher cargo floor produce a very small and dark rear window that greatly reduces visibility from the rear-view mirror. The demo vehicles all had light colored interior and I expect that a black interior will create a very dark and cavern-like cabin, so I will steer clear of my usual black leather interior choice. Handling was excellent for a vehicle of this size and weight and I think it handles noticeably better than the new X5. The published performance numbers for the X6 six cylinder are 0 - 60 in 6.5 seconds, essentially the same as the V-8 4.8i X5. Performance felt very adequate and it was all too easy to hit 90 mph. I will wait to order the turbo V-8, but I could easily live with the X6 3.5. There literally was a crowd of people surrounding the X6 in the show room. Judging by their comments, the X6 will attract a lot of attention if not buyers. I'm still not sure who the X6's target market is, but it was a hit with the show room crowd that seemed to be mostly 20 and 30-something professionals. Since you can buy a well equipped X6 for the same price as a 535xi wagon or an X5 3.0, I suspect it will sell pretty well at that price point to people who want to drive something different, but don't want to give up the convenience of an SUV and who don't have a large family to haul. Just how big that particular market is remains to be seen. Replies to this message: bmlexus (May 16, 2008 8:14 pm) anon3 (May 21, 2008 12:18 pm) bmlexus (Jul 12, 2008 2:02 pm)