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Jason · 08-22-2011, 12:08 PM

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High-Powered (Lightweight?) BMW X6 M Prototype Spied Again

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Just spotted performing testing on the Nurburgring is the upcoming special X6 M model, which will come in with an even higher power output than the standard X6 M's 555hp.

The power increase is expected to be subtle and will remain under the 600hp mark. There will also be changes to the car's weight and significant changes to the overall feel of the driving experience.

As before, it features a large hood air scoop and air extractor outlets flanking the scoop. No details yet on what exact powerplant or modifications have been applied to the X6 M's motor, but whatever powerplant variant may be under the hood certaintly seems like it needs to move a lot of O2. The other cosmetic enhancement spotted is the addition of more aggressive sideskirts.

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duchozen · 08-22-2011, 02:22 PM

Noooooo!!! I just got mine....

M3roar · 08-22-2011, 02:57 PM

Is there a possibility M division is testing the new 6 tri turbo powerplant? I mean what better way to put an engine through the torture test than a heavy SAV and run the crap out of it.

03BeastCharmer · 08-22-2011, 03:13 PM

Could it just be the updated engine from the M5?

Funny that the front emblem is covered, but not on the lift gate (or wheels).

Elsabor67 · 08-22-2011, 03:16 PM

Maybe they are planning to do another LeMans V12 into a SUV...........

I do like how they modified the hood.

Park2670 · 08-22-2011, 03:22 PM

The hood looks like it was lifted from the X6 Hybrid. Which was easier to cut since it already had the power bulge. Its even Blue Water Metallic. Thats why it has the covered roundel on the hood.

Hopefully this testing is going well, and whatever they come up with is fast, fun, and great to drive.

Dackelone · 08-22-2011, 03:22 PM

US specs too. No doubt who the intended buyers will be!

I wonder IF this means BMW Performance will offer a PPK bump for the M5. I mean why offer an X6M with more HP than your most sporty sedan?

DriveHard · 08-22-2011, 03:43 PM

Making a "light weight" X6 is like clipping the toe nails on an elephant ??? Why ?????

Palbay · 08-22-2011, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Park2670

The hood looks like it was lifted from the X6 Hybrid. Which was easier to cut since it already had the power bulge. Its even Blue Water Metallic. Thats why it has the covered roundel on the hood.

Hopefully this testing is going well, and whatever they come up with is fast, fun, and great to drive.

Good catch w/ the X6 Hybrid...your dead on.No sitings in SC yet. Thanks. PalBay

Crisp · 08-22-2011, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Dackelone

US specs too. No doubt who the intended buyers will be!

I wonder IF this means BMW Performance will offer a PPK bump for the M5. I mean why offer an X6M with more HP than your most sporty sedan?

Well the 760li had 535hp.
That's more than all ///M cars up until the F10's came out.

It's not about HP, it's about power to weight ratio. The X5/6 is a heavy mofo.

esqu1re · 08-22-2011, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DriveHard

Making a "light weight" X6 is like clipping the toe nails on an elephant ??? Why ?????

lololol!

James T. Kirk · 08-22-2011, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by M3roar

Is there a possibility M division is testing the new 6 tri turbo powerplant? I mean what better way to put an engine through the torture test than a heavy SAV and run the crap out of it.

That is a very astute guess. Tri-turbo technology is going to be critical to the entire line all the way to the M3.

Mako · 08-22-2011, 03:48 PM

Where are the spy shots of the X3M??? isn't that supposed to be the next M to be produced?

Palbay · 08-22-2011, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Mako

Where are the spy shots of the X3M??? isn't that supposed to be the next M to be produced?

No prototypes out in the open yet.Coming soon. Thanks. PalBay

E92LNGCGY · 08-22-2011, 04:07 PM

This is going to be great. I've always loved the X6 but a super X6M is just mind boggling.

scottjays · 08-22-2011, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Park2670

The hood looks like it was lifted from the X6 Hybrid. Which was easier to cut since it already had the power bulge. Its even Blue Water Metallic. Thats why it has the covered roundel on the hood.

Hopefully this testing is going well, and whatever they come up with is fast, fun, and great to drive.

I get the blue water metallic being lifted from the hybrid, but what do you mean by the covered roundel? does the hybrid have a diff roundel?

3s-a-charm · 08-22-2011, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Elsabor67

Maybe they are planning to do another LeMans V12 into a SUV...........

I do like how they modified the hood.

+1 My thoughts exactly! Modern-Day X6 LeMans

numba1guju · 08-22-2011, 05:19 PM

this is just a teaser...why no videos? if you are at the track taking pics you gotta have a video...I know you do...dont hide it!!!

kmarei · 08-22-2011, 05:28 PM

X6Mis?

aajami · 08-22-2011, 05:31 PM

Still no word on the X6 LCI? Maybe this thing will usher in the LCI just like the 1M coincided with the E82 LCI.

宝马.e90 · 08-22-2011, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DriveHard

Making a "light weight" X6 is like clipping the toe nails on an elephant ??? Why ?????

lol this. I mean X6M itself is already questionable. What's the point of making a lightweight X6M?

roho3323 · 08-22-2011, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DriveHard

Making a "light weight" X6 is like clipping the toe nails on an elephant ??? Why ?????

Good one

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M3roar Lieutenant Drives: 2010 e92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 417 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW M3 e92 [4.67] 1998 BMW M3 [4.25]	Is there a possibility M division is testing the new 6 tri turbo powerplant? I mean what better way to put an engine through the torture test than a heavy SAV and run the crap out of it. __________________ "Out of pure habit, I gave a black M3 a point by on the way home from work this evening." - ThunderMoose

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03BeastCharmer Major Drives: 03 M5, '13, 88 & 97 M3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 1,324 iTrader: (2)	Could it just be the updated engine from the M5? Funny that the front emblem is covered, but not on the lift gate (or wheels). __________________ Current: '13 E92 M3 Euro Delivery 9/4 Wife's: E39 M5, E36 M3, E30 M3 Gone: E86 M Coupe

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Park2670 Lieutenant General Drives: 2011 335d Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: UTAH Posts: 17,978 iTrader: (5)	The hood looks like it was lifted from the X6 Hybrid. Which was easier to cut since it already had the power bulge. Its even Blue Water Metallic. Thats why it has the covered roundel on the hood. Hopefully this testing is going well, and whatever they come up with is fast, fun, and great to drive. __________________ Utah Chat Thread 2011 335d ///M-Sport

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duchozen New Member Drives: X6M Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 27 iTrader: (0)	Noooooo!!! I just got mine....

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Dackelone Moderator Drives: 135i Silber mit/Rot 6MT N54 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bayern, Germany Posts: 13,316 iTrader: (0)	US specs too. No doubt who the intended buyers will be! I wonder IF this means BMW Performance will offer a PPK bump for the M5. I mean why offer an X6M with more HP than your most sporty sedan?

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E92LNGCGY Captain Drives: E92/F25 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 676 iTrader: (0)	This is going to be great. I've always loved the X6 but a super X6M is just mind boggling. __________________ Looking to buy or sell property in Alberta? Drop me a line to see what I can do for you. Urban Realty - Leslie Ng - 403-807-6248 or leslieng168@gmail.com

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numba1guju Lieutenant Drives: 2002 325i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 473 iTrader: (0)	this is just a teaser...why no videos? if you are at the track taking pics you gotta have a video...I know you do...dont hide it!!! __________________ Current: 2013 328i Mineral Gray ZMM/ZLP/Heated Seats SOLD: 2002 325i Jet Black ZPP

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aajami Brigadier General Drives: Space Gray '09 E92 M3 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Manhattan Beach, CA Posts: 3,339 iTrader: (4)	Still no word on the X6 LCI? Maybe this thing will usher in the LCI just like the 1M coincided with the E82 LCI. __________________ Current: '09 E92 M3 \| Space Gray, Black Novillo, Carbon Leather \| ZTP 2MK ZPP 2MT 6FL \| link 1 / link 2 Mods: M Performance exhaust \| ZCP suspension retrofit \| Euro airbox \| LCI Euro taillights \| Style 359M wheels \| CRT lip \| BMW Performance CF Mk. II spoiler \| BMW Performance CF mirror caps \| BMW Performance front grilles / side gills / intake louvers / emblem \| Factory alarm retrofit \| Space Gray bumper plugs Gone: '01 "AP2" Honda S2000, '97 Ford Probe GT

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