Engineering:BMW X6 (G06)

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BMW X6 (G06)
2020 BMW X6 xDrive30d M Sport Automatic 3.0.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Production2019–present
AssemblyUnited States: Spartanburg County, South Carolina (BMW US Mfg. Comp.)
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size luxury SUV
Body style5-door coupé SUV
LayoutFront-engine, all-wheel drive (xDrive)
PlatformBMW CLAR platform
RelatedBMW X5 (G05)
Powertrain
Engine
  • 3.0 L B58 I6-T (petrol)
  • 3.0 L B57 I6-T (diesel)
  • 3.0 L B57 I6-QT (diesel)
  • 4.4 L N63 V8-TT (petrol)
  • 4.4 L S63 V8-TT (petrol)
Transmission8-speed ZF 8HP automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,975 mm (117.1 in)
Length4,935 mm (194.3 in)
Width2,004 mm (78.9 in)
Height1,696 mm (66.8 in)
uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight2,055–2,260 kg (4,530–4,982 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorBMW X6 (F16)

The G06 BMW X6 is a mid-size luxury SUV produced by BMW. It is the third and current generation of the BMW X6, and was unveiled on 3 July 2019 as the successor to the F16 BMW X6.[1] Sales began in November 2019.[2] The X6 M and X6 M Competition performance models were revealed on 1 October 2019.[3]

This generation of the X6 is confirmed to enter the Mexican market in 2020.[4]

Rear view
Interior

Development and launch

The G06 X6 is based on the CLAR platform and features a double wishbone front suspension and five-link rear suspension.[5] Compared to its predecessor, it is 26 mm (1.0 in) longer, 15 mm (0.6 in) wider, and 6 mm (0.2 in) lower.[6] The boot capacity is 580 litres (20 cu ft) and 1,530 litres (54 cu ft) liters with the 40:40:40 split seats lowered.[7] All G06 X6 models adhere to the Euro 6d-Temp emissions standard.[8]

BMW VB X6 Vantablack at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show

At the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show BMW unveiled a G06 with Vantablack paint. However BMW does not plan on producing the color on production models.[9]

Equipment

The G06 X6 is available in xLine or M Sport trim. xLine models feature 19-inch wheels, chrome trim, and underbody protection.[10] M Sport models feature gloss black trim, M Sport styling, M Sport Suspension, and M Sport brakes.[11] M50i and M50d models also feature an M Sport exhaust and an electronically controlled limited slip differential.[12] All models feature LED headlights, welcome light carpet, and iDrive 7.0 with two 12.3-inch displays and the BMW personal digital assistant.[13]

Optional equipment includes indicators, laser headlights, an illuminated kidney grille, heated and cooled cupholders, and air suspension which can raised or lowered by 80 mm (3.1 in) and can be configured with snow, sand, gravel, or rock terrain modes.[14] The G06 X6 can also be optioned with Reverse Assistant, which memorises the last 50 meters travelled and can automatically reverse in that path.[15]

Models

Petrol engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
X6 xDrive40i 2019– B58B30M1
3.0 L I6 turbo
250 kW (340 PS; 335 hp)
at 5,500–6,500 rpm
450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft)
at 1,500–5,200 rpm
5.5 s
X6 M50i N63B44T3
4.4 L V8 twin-turbo
390 kW (530 PS; 523 hp)
at 5,500–6,000 rpm
750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft)
at 1,800–4,600 rpm
4.3 s
X6 M 2020– S63 4.4 L V8 twin-turbo 441 kW (600 PS; 591 hp)
at 6,000 rpm
750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft)
at 1,800–5,860 rpm
3.8 s
X6 M Competition 460 kW (625 PS; 617 hp)
at 6,000 rpm
3.7 s

Diesel engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
X6 xDrive30d 2019– B57D30
3.0 L I6 turbo
195 kW (265 PS; 261 hp)
at 4,000 rpm
620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft)
at 2,000–2,500 rpm
6.5 s
X6 M50d B57D30C
3.0 L I6 quad turbo
294 kW (400 PS; 394 hp)
at 4,400 rpm
760 N⋅m (561 lb⋅ft)
at 2,000–3,000 rpm
5.2 s

References

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  2. "2020 BMW X6 Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, and Photos" (in en). https://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/bmw_x6-series_2020. 
  3. Quiroga, Tony (1 October 2019). "2020 BMW X5 M and X6 M Are SUVs with the Heart of an M5". Car and Driver. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29323592/2020-bmw-x5m-x6m-photos-info/. Retrieved 1 October 2019. 
  4. Estos son los modelos de BMW que llegarán a México en 2020 28 Noviembre 2019
  5. "New BMW X6 leaks ahead of tonight's official reveal | Autocar". https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-bmw-x6-leaks-ahead-tonights-official-reveal. 
  6. Brownell, Bradley. "The 2020 BMW X6 Finally Has the Illuminated Kidney Grille You've Been Begging For" (in en-US). https://jalopnik.com/the-2020-bmw-x6-finally-has-the-illuminated-kidney-gril-1836058363. 
  7. "2020 BMW X6 Goes Official With Sportier Styling, 523 HP V8 Engine" (in en-US). 2019-07-02. https://www.carscoops.com/2019/07/2020-bmw-x6-goes-official-with-sportier-styling-523-hp-v8-engine/. 
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  9. Dorian, Drew. "BMW X6 Gets a Blackest of Black Treatment with Paint That Eats Light". Car and Driver. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a28845406/bmw-x6-vantablack/. Retrieved 21 September 2019. 
  10. "2020 BMW X6 adds power, tech and bold light-up grille" (in en-US). 2019-07-02. https://www.slashgear.com/2020-bmw-x6-adds-power-tech-and-bold-light-up-grille-02582510/. 
  11. "BMW X6 2020 revealed: Larger, more radical design, still very niche". https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/bmw-x6-2020-revealed-larger-more-radical-design-still-very-niche-75222. 
  12. X6, Bmw. "2020 BMW X6 Debuts With 523-HP Twin-Turbo V8, Light-Up Grille" (in en). https://www.motor1.com/news/357812/2020-bmw-x6-unveiled-price/. 
  13. "BMW promises its 530-horsepower X6 is not an SUV, it's just practical like one" (in en). https://newatlas.com/2020-bmw-x6/60412/. 
  14. Kirchner, Chad. "2020 BMW X6: Svelte Crossover Gets Big Upgrades". https://www.thedrive.com/news/28812/2020-bmw-x6-sports-activity-vehicle-the-svelte-crossover-gets-big-upgrades. 
  15. "2020 BMW X6 preview" (in en). https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1123888_2020-bmw-x6-preview.