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2012 BMW X6 xDrive35i Review

BMW X6 Sports Activity combines coupe-like agility and style with the versatility of an SUV. 2012 BMW X6 is a four-passenger SUV. Available in two trim to fit the style of engine options: an BMW X6 xDrive35i and xDrive50i. XDrive system refers to all-wheel drive as standard equipment

BMW X6 xDrive35i

as of 2012, the BMW X6 lines does not see any major changes. Various enhancements have been made to the list of standard equipment, including standard auto-dimming mirrors, tinted glass, heated front seats and BMW Assist with Bluetooth. Middle optional rear seat allows seating for five new.

Standard features in the BMW X6 xDrive35i include 19-inch wheels, front and rear parking sensors, power tailgate, sunroof, automatic and adaptive bi-xenon lights, fog lights, automatic wipers, cruise control, seat 10-way power front, heated front seats, driver memory functions, leather upholstery, power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, iDrive electronics interface and a 10-speaker sound system with CD player, iPod / USB adapter and HD radio. Apart from its twin-turbo V8, the xDrive50i adds 14-way-adjustable front seats, BMW Assist emergency telematics, Bluetooth and a navigation system with voice control and real time traffic. These other items are available as an option on this BMW X6 xDrive35i.

BMW X6 2012 is offered with a choice of Powertrains. 35i features turbo-charged 6-cylinder engine rated 300 horsepower. 50i which utilizes a twin-turbo 4.4L V8 capable of 400 horsepower. 4.4L V8 hybrid X6 combines with 84 horsepower electric motor and batteries, which BMW calls Active Hybrid. In the end, the X6 M comes with a tuned version of the 4.4L V8, making 555 horsepower. The 35i and 50i X6s equipped with 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic manual mode and steering wheel paddle change. Hybrids use a version of 7-speed Steptronic transmission, while the M gets a 6-speed automatic.

Pack cold air heat add the steering wheel and pull the washer lights. Package active seat ventilation added automatically adjusts the drivers seat bolsters, seat-ventilated and perforated leather seats. Rear Climate Package, available in glass, BMW X6 35i and 50i, adding a 4-zone climate control, dark color rear side window guides. Sport Package, also available in a choice, 35i and 50i adding a 19 - or 20-inch wheels, upgraded suspension and Active Hardware darker interior and exterior trim.

The 2012 BMW X6 xDrive35i is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 that produces 300 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque. As with transmission, xDrive50i eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive is standard. BMW X6 35i estimate that will switch from zero to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds. EPA fuel economy estimates stand at 16 mpg city/23 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined.