BMW X6 2013 review

BMW X6 2013 review - The BMW X6 gets a mildly reworked front-end style for 2013 at the side of new LED 
taillamps and optional LED headlights. The BMW X6 2013 may be a midsize SUV with coupelike styling. It seats four folks customary and a middle rear seat is optional. There are 2 models: xDrive35i and xDrive50i. The xDrive bit refers to its customary all-wheel drive, whereas the last 3 digits confer with engine selection.

The BMW X6 2013 xDrive35i comes customary with 19-inch wheels, automatic and adaptive xenon headlights with auto-leveling and LED halo running lights, foglamps, power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors, automatic wipers, a sunroof, an influence liftgate, and front and rear parking sensors. within you get keyless ignition, cruise management, dual-zone automatic climate management, heated 10-way power front seats with four-way lumbar adjustment and driver memory functions and leather upholstery. Electronics options embody the iDrive interface, Bluetooth phone connectivity, BMW Assist emergency communications, and a 10-speaker sound system with a CD player, HD radio, an auxiliary audio jack and an iPod/USB audio interface

The BMW X6 2013 xDrive50i adds a additional powerful engine, 14-way “multicontour” front seats with adjustable bolsters, and a navigation system with real-time traffic and voice controls. Besides the engine, these things are accessible on the xDrive35i.
The 2013 BMW X6 xDrive35i comes with a three.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 that produces three hundred horsepower and three hundred pound-feet of torque. like the 50i, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic are customary. BMW estimates that the X6 35i can go from zero to sixty mph in half dozen.3 seconds. EPA-estimated fuel economy stands at sixteen mpg city/23 mpg highway and nineteen mpg combined.

BMW X6 2013 Specification

The BMW X6 2013 BMW X6 xDrive50i gets a four.4-liter turbocharged V8 smart for four hundred hp and 450 lb-ft of torque. BMW says it will hit sixty mph in five.2 seconds. Its estimated fuel economy stands at 14/20/16. If this kind of power still leaves you wanting, there is conjointly a 555-hp X6 M that’s coated during a separate review.

Every BMW X6 2013 includes stability and traction management, antilock brakes, automatic brake drying, front facet airbags, facet curtain airbags and adaptive brake lights. The latter flashes the taillights below sudden extreme braking as a warning to trailing motorists. conjointly customary is that the BMW Assist emergency communications system, that provides automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery and on-demand roadside help. [BMW X6 2013 Review]

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2013 BMW 7 Series arrives with more power, gadgets and safety

The 2013 BMW 7 Series gets incremental improvements everywhere. Outside the changes 

are minimal: fewer vertical slats inside the kidney grille and a larger chrome surround, two horizontal chrome accents bars splitting the lower intake, restyled side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, and new shades of red on the taillights. Inside are resculpted front seats, more soundproofing, redesigned ambient lighting, an updated iDrive controller and "floating" screens for the Rear Seat Entertainment package, and an optional Bang & Olufsen sound system. Along with those changes, the look of the navigation system has been updated with new menu organization, displays, a "pie menu" and 3D elements. The Attention Assistant system provides gives BMW drivers their own coffee cup icon to remind you when it's time to rest and hands-free trunk operation makes its first appearance in the range.

The eight-speed steptronic transmission, fitted to every model, allows the new 7 to make more of its engines. Under the hood, the inline six-cylinder in the 740i maintains the same power ratings, 315 horsepower and 330 lb-ft, but is mated to the new eight-speed Steptronic transmission and said to have "significantly improved" efficiency, with a 20 percent increase noted in the EU cycle. The 4.4-liter V8 in the 750i gets fitted with Valvetronic and gets bumps of 45 hp and 30 lb-ft, for 445 hp and 480 lb-ft total. The changes reduce its 0-60 time to 4.7 seconds, at the same time as fuel economy on the EU cycle climbs 25 percent with the new transmission.

The second-gen ActiveHybrid 7 drops down an engine size, swapping its previous V8 for the 3.0-liter six-cylinder from the 740. It's yoked to a 55-hp synchronous motor. Rated at a combined 349 hp and 367 lb-ft, BMW says it is 14 percent more fuel efficient than the 740i.

Both the 740i and 750i will come with a new powertrain management system dubbed ECO PRO that joins the other Driving Dynamics Control settings and that includes a coasting mode operable between 30 and 100 mph. Other driving enhancements include Dynamic Damper Control, an electronically controlled damping system that works on each shock individually dependent on road conditions, self-leveling rear suspension now standard on all models, and xDrive available on the 740i.

Both the 740i and 750i will arrive in showrooms this summer, the ActiveHybrid 7 coming this fall. The high-res gallery above can show you what's coming, scroll down to read all about it in the press release.

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The new BMW 7 Series. Part 1: Design.

The new BMW 7 Series. Part 2: Design.

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BMW Australia prices triple-turbo M Performance SUVs

BMW Australia has confirmed the price of the X5 xDrive M50d and X6 xDrive M50d – the first models in the German brand’s new M Performance range.

The triple-turbocharged torque monsters have been positioned just above the xDrive 50i variants from the standard SUV range and more than $30,000 below the high-performance M models.

In dealerships from June, the X5 xDrive M50d is priced from $147,000 while the X6 xDrive M50d starts at $157,000.

Both models are powered by the brand’s all-new triple-turbocharged inline six-cylinder diesel engine, which produces 280kW of power (4000-4400rpm) and a whopping 740Nm of torque (2000-3000rpm).

The unique triple-boosted system activates a small turbocharger at low revs, a larger turbocharger at around 1500rpm and a third turbocharger between 2600-5400rpm for added boost pressure and power output.

The BMW X5 xDrive M50d sprints from 0-100km/h in 5.4 seconds – one-tenth faster than the twin-turbocharged V8 petrol-powered xDrive 50i – yet uses 40 per cent less fuel (7.5 litres per 100km versus 12.5L/100km).

The BMW X6 xDrive is fractionally faster, completing the sprint in 5.3 seconds – again one-tenth sharper than the xDrive 50i variant – and uses 7.7L/100km on the combined cycle.

Both M50d models feature air suspension with automatic self-levelling of the rear axle. The X5 gets BMW’s Performance Control electronics system, while the X6 gets the more advanced Dynamic Performance Control, which detects oversteer and understeer and counters them by sending more drive to the wheels where it is most needed.

The Adaptive Drive package, which includes electronically controlled dampers and active anti-roll, is standard in the X6 and optional for the X5.

Visually, both M Performance models feature unique front bumpers with large air intakes, a revised rear bumper and side skirts, metallic grey mirror caps, 20-inch alloy wheels, V8-styled oval tailpipes and a bonnet ‘powerdome’ for the X6.

Standard features include adaptive bi-xenon headlights, head-up display, Navigation Professional system, M leather steering wheel with paddle shifters, alcantara/leather sports seats with white contrast stitching and an anthracite headliner.

The introduction of the X6 xDrive M50d coincides with the mid-life refresh of coupe-style luxury sports SUV, which brings mild styling updates, a fifth seat and internet connectivity to all models, and adaptive LED headlights and bonnet powerdome for the X6 M.

The price of the standard range has increased $1000 while the flagship X6 M is now $5500 more than before.

2012 BMW X5 and X6 manufacturer’s list prices (excluding government and dealer charges):

• X5 xDrive 30d – $92,100
• X5 xDrive 35i – $103,900
• X5 xDrive 40d – $113,300
• X5 xDrive 50i – $134,000
• X5 xDrive M50d – $147,000
• X5 M – $178,000

• X6 xDrive 30d – $110,900 (+$1000)
• X6 xDrive 35i – $121,000 (+$1000)
• X6 xDrive 40d – $127,400 (+$1000)
• X6 xDrive 50i – $150,400 (+$1000)
• X6 xDrive M50d – $157,000
• X6 M – $190,900 (+$5500)

         source :caradvice.com 

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next generation bmw x5 2013

 BMW is set to broaden the design of its ‘X’ family as shown by this rendering of the 2014 BMW X5 by German magazine 

Auto Zeitung.

Most prominent is the new grille, which is both larger and wider than the current design and similar to that seen on the latest generation 3-Series.

The headlights will use LED technology and the tail-light assembly will be redesigned using the layering concept as seen on BMW’s Vision EfficientDynamics concept that allows for more depth to the surface.

There are more pronounced character lines that flow down the side panels, too, which enhance the vehicle’s masculine look.

The new BMW X5 is based on the F15 platform, which is a modular design that will allow the company to build multiple cars off the same platform and reduce overall production costs over the vehicle line-up.

Equipped with petrol and diesel powertrains, the 2014 BMW X5 will also get hybrid technology combining an electric motor with a 2.0-litre diesel engine. The 15kW electric motor adds support to the 152kW produced by the diesel unit.

The new BMW X5 is expected to make its world debut in late 2013.

source :caradvice.com 

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BMW ELECTRONIC TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE

BMW ELECTRONIC TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE    $25.50

Maintaining proper tire pressure may help increase gas mileage and the driving safety factor by reducing tire wear. The electronic gauge has touch-button operation and an easy-to-read LCD display. A 20-year lithium battery included.

Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and suspension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped with low-profile tires.

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BMW ROUNDEL LOGO VALVE STEM CAPS

BMW ROUNDEL LOGO VALVE STEM CAPS   $16.95

These valve stem caps are the perfect finishing touch to your wheels. Designed to work with the latest Tire Pressure Monitoring systems, these ultra-low weight caps are engineering to be beautiful and to last. All caps come in a set of 4.

Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and suspension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped with low-profile tires

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BMW X5 2011

Fuel consumption*
	Urban in l/100 km		8.7
	Extra-urban in l/100 km		6.7
	Combined in l/100 km		7.4
	CO2 emissions in g/km		195
	Tank capacity, approx. in l		85

	Performance
	Top speed in km/h		210 [222]
	Acceleration 0–100 km/h in s		7.6
Weight Unladen weight EU in kg 2,150 Max. permissible weight in kg 2,755 Permitted load in kg 680 Permitted axle load front/rear in kg 1,275/1,545 Engine Cylinders/valves 6/4 Capacity in ccm 2,993 Stroke/bore in mm 90.0/84.0 Max. output in kW (hp) at 1/min 180 (245) / 4,000 Max. torque in Nm at 1/min 540 / 1,750–3,000 Compression ratio : 1 16.5 Wheels Tyre dimensions front 255/55 R 18 Tyre dimensions rear 255/55 R 18 Wheel dimensions and material front 8,5 J x 18 inch, light-alloy Wheel dimensions and material rear 8,5 J x 18 inch, light-

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