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If the current <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6/">BMW X6</a>, introduced in 2008, is looking a bit too bland for your tastes, have no fear as the next-generation model is reportedly going to be larger and more aggressive than its predecessor.<br />
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<em>Autocar</em> is reporting an insider has revealed that the all-new second-generation X6 will make its world debut at the 2014 <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/moscow+motor+show/">Moscow Motor Show</a>, going on sale just after summer. More aggressive styling will help <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/">BMW</a> distinguish its sportier X6 from the brand's more practical models, such as the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x3/">X3</a> and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x5/">X5</a>, said the source.<br />
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The next X6 will again share platforms with the X5, but it will be stretched slightly to provide second-row passengers more legroom. Powerplants will also likely mirror those of its mainstream cousin, including a range of turbocharged six- and eight-cylinder engines and a range-topping M model (the 2013 <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6+m/">BMW X6 M</a> is show above).<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2013/04/16/next-bmw-x6-to-be-larger-more-aggressive/">Next BMW X6 to be larger, more aggressive</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:29:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2013/04/16/next-bmw-x6-to-be-larger-more-aggressive/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/20538808/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2013/04/16/next-bmw-x6-to-be-larger-more-aggressive/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>2015 bmw x6</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>moscow motor show</category><category>next-generation x6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Harley]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:29:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[BMW X6 M550d specs supposedly leak, hits 60 mph in under 5 seconds]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/09/bmw-x6-m550d-specs-supposedly-leaked-hits-60-mph-in-under-5-sec/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/09/bmw-x6-m550d-specs-supposedly-leaked-hits-60-mph-in-under-5-sec/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/09/bmw-x6-m550d-specs-supposedly-leaked-hits-60-mph-in-under-5-sec/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/sports/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/euro/" rel="tag">Europe</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/rumormill/" rel="tag">Rumormill</a></p><a href="http://www.bmwblog.com/2011/12/10/rumor-bmw-x6-m50d-0-62mph-in-4-9-sec-and-545-lb-ft-of-torque/"><img alt="2012 BMW X6 M550d" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/12/bmw-x6-m-diesel-628-1323472110.jpg" style="margin-top: 4px; margin-bottom: 4px; width: 628px; height: 368px;" /></a><br />
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When the official source of a rumor calls it a rumor, the grain of salt grows proportionately. <a href="http://www.bmwblog.com/2011/12/10/rumor-bmw-x6-m50d-0-62mph-in-4-9-sec-and-545-lb-ft-of-torque/">But according to the crew at BMWBlog</a>, the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/04/is-bmw-teasing-an-x6-m-diesel/">recently teased BMW X6 M550d</a> will come packing 381 horsepower and a pavement ripping 545 pound-feet of torque.<br />
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The news comes courtesy of unnamed sources that say the first diesel from the M division will supposedly pack a tri-turbo, six-cylinder diesel nestled beneath a modified hood. Two versions are rumored to be available: a traditional RWD variant badged the M550D and an all-wheel-drive version that appends the xDrive moniker to the end. BMWBlog's people on the inside say that the RWD model will hit 60 mph in 4.9 seconds, with the AWD doing the deed in 4.7 ticks.<br />
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The good news: The M-fettled diesel <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6/">X6</a> will reportedly go on sale in March of 2012. The bad news: It's a Euro-only affair.<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/09/bmw-x6-m550d-specs-supposedly-leaked-hits-60-mph-in-under-5-sec/">BMW X6 M550d specs supposedly leak, hits 60 mph in under 5 seconds</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:57:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/09/bmw-x6-m550d-specs-supposedly-leaked-hits-60-mph-in-under-5-sec/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/20124992/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/09/bmw-x6-m550d-specs-supposedly-leaked-hits-60-mph-in-under-5-sec/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>2012 BMW X6 M550d</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>BMW X6 M550d</category><category>BMW X6 M550d xdrive</category><category>x6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Damon Lavrinc]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:57:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Audi exec reconfirms plans for BMW X6 rival]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/08/audi-exec-reconfirms-plans-for-bmw-x6-rival/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/08/audi-exec-reconfirms-plans-for-bmw-x6-rival/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/08/audi-exec-reconfirms-plans-for-bmw-x6-rival/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/sports/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/euro/" rel="tag">Europe</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/audi/" rel="tag">Audi</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/luxury/" rel="tag">Luxury</a></p><a href="http://www.autoweek.com/article/20111208/CARNEWS/111209895"><img alt="Audi Q6 rendering" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/12/audi-q6-628.jpg" style="margin: 4px 0px; width: 628px; height: 381px; border-width: 0px; border-style: solid;" /></a><br />
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It's been a spell since we caught wind of the rumored <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">BMW X6</a> fighter from <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/audi">Audi</a>, but <em>Automotive News Europe</em> reports the vehicle is still in development. The publication quotes <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/walter%20de%20silva/">Walter de'Silva</a>, design chief with the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/volkswagen%20group">Volkswagen Group</a>, as saying Audi will definitely launch a more athletic crossover positioned between the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/audi/q5">Q5</a> and the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/audi/q7">Q7</a>. Details are understandably scarce at the moment, but the vehicle will likely be designed to help Audi tap into the premium softroader segment where buyers aren't afraid to pay top dollar for a vehicle. Unless Audi unexpectedly decides to completely scrap its alphanumeric naming scheme, odds are the newcomer will wear Q6 badges when it bows.<br />
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Previously, we've heard the Q6 will ride on the same bones as the <a href="http://www.autolog.com/volkswagen/touareg">Volkswagen Touareg</a> and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/porsche/cayenne">Porsche Cayenne</a>, though no engine specifics have surfaced as of yet. It doesn't take otherworldly powers of deduction to realize it wouldn't be difficult for Audi to produce a hybrid Q6 if the vehicle does, in fact, share a chassis with its <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/volkswagen">Volkswagen</a> and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/porsche">Porsche</a> cousins.<br />
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What about other bouncing baby crossovers from Audi? De'Silva said that the company is still investigating whether to introduce a new Q4 to give <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/bmw%20x4">BMW X4</a> buyers another option.<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/08/audi-exec-reconfirms-plans-for-bmw-x6-rival/">Audi exec reconfirms plans for BMW X6 rival</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:29:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/08/audi-exec-reconfirms-plans-for-bmw-x6-rival/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/20123854/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/08/audi-exec-reconfirms-plans-for-bmw-x6-rival/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>audi</category><category>audi q6</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>de silva</category><category>q6</category><category>volkswagen group</category><category>walter de silva</category><category>x6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Zach Bowman]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:29:00 EST</pubDate>
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According to BimmerFile, if you're on of the tens of people looking for the Ultimately Confused Driving Machine, you should act fast to pick one up at your local dealership. The 480-horsepower, 575 pound-feet-of-torque-producing mutant <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/11/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-activehybrid-is-technologically-impress/">X6 Active Hybrid</a> has reached the end of its confused life. The hybrid wagon is certainly powerful, but it's also heavy. In fact, it weighs 400 pounds more than the non-hybrid X6.<br />
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Anyone who opted for the BMW X6 Active Hybrid couldn't claim they wanted a more efficient ride. The hybrid version is barely more efficient around town when compared to both the non-hybrid six-cylinder and V8 versions. So could the Active Hybrid owner claim they wanted the extra performance? Nope. The X6 Active Hybrid starts at $89,775, which puts it a hair ahead of <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/07/10/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-m-bimmer-builds-a-highrider-gt-r/">the 555-horsepower X6M</a>.<br />
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There will be no weeping over the loss of this awkward attempt at sporty efficiency.<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/19/bmw-x6-active-hybrid-cancelled-with-a-quickness/">BMW X6 Active Hybrid cancelled with a quickness</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:30:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/19/bmw-x6-active-hybrid-cancelled-with-a-quickness/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/20046825/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/19/bmw-x6-active-hybrid-cancelled-with-a-quickness/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>active hybrid</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>bmw x6 active hybrid</category><category>x6</category><category>x6 active hybrid</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Glucker]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[BMW X6 M with tri-turbo diesel seen breathing heavy at the 'Ring]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/23/bmw-x6-m-with-tri-turbo-diesel-seen-breathing-heavy-at-the-ring/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/23/bmw-x6-m-with-tri-turbo-diesel-seen-breathing-heavy-at-the-ring/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/23/bmw-x6-m-with-tri-turbo-diesel-seen-breathing-heavy-at-the-ring/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/spyphotos/" rel="tag">Spy Photos</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/sports/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/etc/" rel="tag">Etc.</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/diesel/" rel="tag">Diesel</a></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/spy-shots-bmw-x6-m-tri-turbo-diesel/" target="_blank"><img alt="spy shot bmw x6 m tri-turbo diesel" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/08/002-spy-shots-bmw-x6-m-tri-turbo-lead.jpg" style="margin-top: 4px; margin-bottom: 4px; width: 630px; height: 372px;" /></a><br />
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A <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6+m/">BMW X6 M</a> captured running round the 'Ring is nothing to get excited about - the physics-defying rig was practically born there. A camo-clad X6 M wearing a hood with a massive scoop? Now that's worth talking about, and it's precisely what our spy photographers have just snapped at their asphalt-laden <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/nurburgring/">N&uuml;rburgring</a> office. The extra dose of air is understood to be a requirement of the rumored tri-turbo engine lurking beneath the hood.<br />
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We've already heard how the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/17/bmw-confirms-m-tuned-5-series-diesel/">BMW 5 Series is getting a triple-charged diesel mill</a>. We've also heard <a href="http://green.autoblog.com/2009/04/10/bmw-developing-a-tri-turbo-performance-diesel-for-the-x5/">grumblings of a three-turbo setup for the X5</a>. Naturally, it would only make sense to find the same powerplant making its way over to the nearly identical X6.<br />
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As we were with that particularly famous alien lady from <em>Total Recall</em>, we're excited to learn more about this diesel-drinking tri-turbo X6. Horsepower and torque figures should be high enough to make us giddy, while the price tag will most likely have enough numbers to bring us back down to earth. Stay tuned as we learn more about what's going on under the hood, but for now you, can check out this test mule from a handful of angles in the gallery.<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/23/bmw-x6-m-with-tri-turbo-diesel-seen-breathing-heavy-at-the-ring/">BMW X6 M with tri-turbo diesel seen breathing heavy at the 'Ring</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:31:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/23/bmw-x6-m-with-tri-turbo-diesel-seen-breathing-heavy-at-the-ring/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/20024617/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/23/bmw-x6-m-with-tri-turbo-diesel-seen-breathing-heavy-at-the-ring/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>bmw</category><category>bmw tri-turbo</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>bmw x6 m</category><category>three turbo</category><category>tri-turbo</category><category>tri-turbo diesel</category><category>triple turbo</category><category>x6 m</category><category>x6 m tri-turbo diesel</category><category>x6-m</category><category>x6m</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Glucker]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:31:00 EST</pubDate>
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	Lumma Design 2011 BMW X6 - Click above for high-res image gallery</div>
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The <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">2011 BMW X6</a> doesn't exactly need any help in the ridiculous department. From its questionable purpose and usefulness to its enormous, bulbous proportions and Herculean power figures, this thing has elective purchase written all over it.<br />
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Now, though, thanks to Germany's <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/lummadesign/">Lumma Design</a>, it is - you guessed it - more ridiculous. To start with, the company bolted on huge 22-inch wheels to complement a complete body kit. Inside, there's a custom dash, steering wheel and sport seats, all in two-tone leather.<br />
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Under the hood, Lumma has cranked the X6's diesel up to 340 horses, which should give your two feet plenty to think about when you're in stunna mode. Full press blast <a href="/2011/07/11/bmw-x6-gets-even-more-extreme-at-the-hands-of-lumma-design/#continued">after the jump</a>.<p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/07/11/bmw-x6-gets-even-more-extreme-at-the-hands-of-lumma-design/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>BMW X6 gets even more extreme at the hands of Lumma Design</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/07/11/bmw-x6-gets-even-more-extreme-at-the-hands-of-lumma-design/">BMW X6 gets even more extreme at the hands of Lumma Design</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:59:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/07/11/bmw-x6-gets-even-more-extreme-at-the-hands-of-lumma-design/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19987199/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/07/11/bmw-x6-gets-even-more-extreme-at-the-hands-of-lumma-design/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>2011 bmw x6 lumma design</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>lumma design</category><category>lumma x6</category><category>x6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Aaron Richardson]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:59:00 EST</pubDate>
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	BMW X6 now available with room for five - Click above for high-res image gallery</div>
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Have you always wanted to drive a <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">BMW X6</a>, but felt that leaving one of your four friends waiting on the curb was a drawback? Tell that friend to buck up and head over to your local <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw/">BMW</a> dealer, because the X6 is getting an optional third rear seat.<br />
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The additional seat is available on all version of the X6 with the exception of the ActiveHybrid variant. Along with the extra (and from the looks of the pic above, tiny) middle squab, the Spartanburg, South Carolina-built BMW X6 is getting new 20-inch alloy wheels, interior leather options, and vicinity lighting.<br />
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In addition, there will be available enhanced content for Apple iPhone users. Through the BMW Apps system and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/bmw+connecteddrive/">ConnectedDrive</a>, iPhone users will be granted access to Facebook and Twitter. The BMW Apps system also allows iPhone users to listen to radio stations from around the world regardless of where they're located. Learn more in the official press release after the jump, which also details changes to the X6's kissing cousin, the more capacious <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x5">X5</a>.<br />
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<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-now-offers-seating-for-five">BMW X6 now offers seating for five</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-now-offers-seating-for-five/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/02/012-bmw-x6-update_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-now-offers-seating-for-five/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/02/001-bmw-x6-update_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-now-offers-seating-for-five/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/02/000-bmw-x6-update_thumbnail.jpg" alt="BMW X6 now offers seating for five" title="BMW X6 now offers seating for five" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-now-offers-seating-for-five/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/02/004-bmw-x6-update_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-now-offers-seating-for-five/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/02/005-bmw-x6-update_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><br />
[Source: BMW]<p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/11/bmw-x6-to-get-five-seat-option-among-other-changes/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>BMW X6 to get five-seat option among other changes</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/11/bmw-x6-to-get-five-seat-option-among-other-changes/">BMW X6 to get five-seat option among other changes</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Fri, 11 Feb 2011 18:01:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/11/bmw-x6-to-get-five-seat-option-among-other-changes/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19838292/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/11/bmw-x6-to-get-five-seat-option-among-other-changes/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>activehybrid</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw apps</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>bmw x6 five-seater</category><category>bmw x6 update</category><category>connecteddrive</category><category>iphone</category><category>Spartanburg</category><category>x5</category><category>x6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Glucker]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 18:01:00 EST</pubDate>
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The good people at <em>AutoExpress</em> are doing their best to fan the flames of the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw/">BMW</a> X4 rumors. The site claims to have snagged a bevy of information on the Bavarian brand's product plans, including a more detailed account of what we can expect out of the much-rumored <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/19/report-bmw-not-rulling-out-x4m/">X4</a>. Supposedly the new high-rider will borrow a heaping helping of design cues from the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">X6</a>, so if you aren't a fan of that brute, odds are you won't like the new model, either. Unlike the big boy, the site claims that the X4 will make use of a double-gated hatch in the rear similar to what's found in the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/5+series+gt">5 Series Gran Turismo</a> - a smart choice to help load and unload parcels.<br />
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<em>AutoExpress</em> also lays out drivetrain possibilities, including the likelihood of one very thrifty 2.0-liter turbo diesel mill that promises around 50 mpg. The site says that in that configuration, 0-60 is likely to click off in a somewhat loping 8.6 seconds, though there will be more potent variations available, including one powered by a turbo 3.0-liter inline-six with north of 300 horsepower. <br />
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It all sounds good, but BMW itself hasn't said word one about seriously mulling a new 'ute. <br />
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<em><strong><small>Photos by Damon Lavrinc / Copyright (C)2009 Weblogs, Inc.</small></strong></em><br />
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[Source: <a href="http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/255016/bmw_shrinks_x6_to_fill_new_niche.html">AutoExpress</a>]<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/29/more-details-on-bmws-rumored-x4-swirling-about/">More details on BMW's rumored X4 swirling about</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:00:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/29/more-details-on-bmws-rumored-x4-swirling-about/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19573510/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/29/more-details-on-bmws-rumored-x4-swirling-about/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>BMW</category><category>BMW X4</category><category>BMW X4 Rumor</category><category>BMW X6</category><category>BmwX4</category><category>BmwX4Rumor</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>X4</category><category>X6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Zach Bowman]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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It's been tried before, making a coupe out of an SUV - or an SUV out of a coupe. AMC tried it back in the early '80s with the <a href="http://www.amceaglenest.com/history1982.html">Eagle SX/4</a>. Both <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2006/10/10/tuner-tuesdays-dc-star-two-door-cayenne/">DC Design</a> and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/06/02/porsche-cayenne-loses-two-doors-courtesy-of-merdad/">Merdad</a> tried it with the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/porsche/cayenne">Porsche Cayenne</a>. And of course <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw">BMW</a> tried it with the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">X6</a>. The trouble with the X6 is that it has two doors too many to be considered a coupe. The solution? Off with their doors, courtesy of aftermarket firm ArmorTech.<br />
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In the process, the Russian coachbuilder crafted longer front doors, jockeyed the positioning of the B-pillar and side glass, and fitted new front seats that can tilt and slide forward to gain access to the rear seats, the access to which never having been a strong suit of the factory X6 to begin with. A number of additional enhancements are also on offer, from suspension, wheels and brakes to exhaust, body kit and custom upholstery. <br />
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So, does the removal of the rear doors make the X6 look any better? Give us your thoughts in 'Comments.'<br />
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[Source: ArmorTech via <a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/110071327353/bmw-x6-2-door-conversion-by-amortech-announced">World Car Fans</a>]<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/14/armortech-bmw-x6-is-the-amc-eagle-sx-4-of-your-dreams/">ArmorTech BMW X6 is the AMC Eagle SX/4 of your dreams</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:27:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href=http://www.worldcarfans.com/110071327353/bmw-x6-2-door-conversion-by-amortech-announced>Read</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/14/armortech-bmw-x6-is-the-amc-eagle-sx-4-of-your-dreams/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19553898/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/14/armortech-bmw-x6-is-the-amc-eagle-sx-4-of-your-dreams/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>AMC Eagle</category><category>AMC Eagle SX4</category><category>AmcEagle</category><category>AmcEagleSx4</category><category>armor tech</category><category>ArmorTech</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>Sports Activity Coupe</category><category>SportsActivityCoupe</category><category>X6</category><category>X6 SAV</category><category>X6Sav</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Noah Joseph]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:27:00 EST</pubDate>
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Black is the new black, at least when it comes to the special edition <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/mini">Mini</a> Saville Row for the Japanese market. The black-as-deep-space hatch with the black roof is accented by polished chrome 17-inch wheels, gas cap, mirrors and trim outside and in. Privacy glass, bi-xenon headlights, white turn signal lamps and an anthracite headliner have been thrown into the mix as well. There will be 100 made, all with the 1.6-liter four-cylinder and automatic transmissions, costing &yen;3,100,000 ($35,028 U.S.). That's a premium of about &yen;400,000 ($4,519 U.S.) over the standard Mini.<br />
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There will be just 20 examples built of the even more limited edition <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">BMW X6</a> Performance Unlimited, also for the Japanese market only. Inspired by <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw">BMW</a> motorsports, the crossover gets a twin-turbo 3.0-liter six-cylinder with hybrid technology running through an eight-speed automatic transmission. The body receives silver pearl paint, a BMW Performance aero package, 21-inch alloys and a blacked-out grille, the interior gets Dakota leather and brushed aluminum pedals. It retails for a tidy &yen;9,450,000 ($106,823 U.S.). You check it out, along with the Mini Saville Row, in the high-res galleries below.<br />
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<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/mini-saville-row">Mini Saville Row</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/mini-saville-row/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/00minisavillerow_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/mini-saville-row/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/01minisavillerow_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/mini-saville-row/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/02minisavillerow_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/mini-saville-row/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/03minisavillerow_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/mini-saville-row/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/04minisavillerow_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><br />
<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-performance-unlimited">BMW X6 Performance Unlimited</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-performance-unlimited/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/01bmwx6performanceunl_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><br />
[Source: BMW]<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/09/bmw-delivers-pair-of-jdm-specials-mini-savile-row-and-x6-perfo/">BMW delivers pair of JDM specials - Mini Savile Row and X6 Performance Unlimited</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:58:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/09/bmw-delivers-pair-of-jdm-specials-mini-savile-row-and-x6-perfo/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19548110/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/09/bmw-delivers-pair-of-jdm-specials-mini-savile-row-and-x6-perfo/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>bmw x6</category><category>bmw x6 performance unlimited</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>BmwX6PerformanceUnlimited</category><category>jdm</category><category>limited edition</category><category>LimitedEdition</category><category>mini cooper</category><category>mini saville row</category><category>MiniCooper</category><category>MiniSavilleRow</category><category>special edition</category><category>SpecialEdition</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jonathon Ramsey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:58:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[$99 Ultimate BMW Experience reinvents the factory tour]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/15/99-ultimate-bmw-experience-reinvents-the-factory-tour/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/15/99-ultimate-bmw-experience-reinvents-the-factory-tour/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/15/99-ultimate-bmw-experience-reinvents-the-factory-tour/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/suvs/" rel="tag">SUV</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/plants-manufacturing/" rel="tag">Plants/Manufacturing</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a></p><img border="1" vspace="4" alt=""  src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/05/bmw-factory-tour-1274053974.jpg" /><br />
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Most factory tours cost a lot less than $99, but <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw/">BMW</a> has more up its sleeve than a short walk down the production line. BMW's Spartanburg, South Carolina facility is home to a new enthusiast attraction called "The Ultimate BMW Experience." The tour starts out with a trip to the Zentrum museum followed by a tour of the assembly line, where you're likely to see products like the new <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/x5+m">X5 M</a> get pieced together. That's not exactly worth parting ways with 99 bucks, but there's more to the deal. After the factory stroll, tour-goers hook up with a certified BMW performance driving instructor and spend two hours piloting a Bimmer on the track . Now there's a horse we can ride. Where do we sign up?<br />
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BMW plans to further upgrade the tour soon with "custom driving excursions, rare vehicle demonstrations and unique culinary events as well as many other spectacular opportunities." The Ultimate BMW Experience runs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. If you're interested in the tour you can set up a date by calling 1-877-9BMW-EXP. Hit the jump to read over the BMW press release.<br />
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[Source: BMW]<p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/15/99-ultimate-bmw-experience-reinvents-the-factory-tour/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>$99 Ultimate BMW Experience reinvents the factory tour</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/15/99-ultimate-bmw-experience-reinvents-the-factory-tour/">$99 Ultimate BMW Experience reinvents the factory tour</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Sat, 15 May 2010 14:09:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/15/99-ultimate-bmw-experience-reinvents-the-factory-tour/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19476886/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/15/99-ultimate-bmw-experience-reinvents-the-factory-tour/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>bmw</category><category>bmw factory tour</category><category>bmw x5 m</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>BmwFactoryTour</category><category>BmwX5M</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>spartanburg bmw plant</category><category>SpartanburgBmwPlant</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Shunk]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2010 14:09:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: BMW X4 back on the table?]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/30/report-bmw-x4-back-on-the-table/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/30/report-bmw-x4-back-on-the-table/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/30/report-bmw-x4-back-on-the-table/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/coupes/" rel="tag">Coupe</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a></p><a href="http://www.autocar.co.uk/News/NewsArticle.aspx?AR=249146"><img hspace="0" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/04/bmw-x-coupe.jpg" /></a><br />
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Were you, like us, just thinking that <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw">BMW</a>'s U.S. lineup would be fully complete if only it had just one more <strike>crossover utility </strike>Sports Activity Vehicle that slotted in somewhere between the small <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/x3">X3</a> and midsize <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x5">X5</a>? If so, we have good news. Just such a vehicle - logically and tentatively named the X4 - is rumored to be in development. Again.<br />
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Just as the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">X6</a> was designed as a sportier take on the more traditional SUV-shaped X5, the new X4 would inject a bit more Bavarian flavor into the plain ol' X3. Citing an unnamed source within the company, <em>Autocar</em> reports, "We haven't made any firm decision... however, the X6's success shows there is a continued demand for sporty off-roaders."<br />
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Yes, we've <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/BMW+X4/">heard this rumor before</a>, but not since 2008. Why the possible change of heart? Despite drawing ire from what seems to be a vocal minority, BMW reports that the X6 is handily outpacing its own initial sales projections. In fact, it's 80,000 sales worldwide is twice what the automaker had expected to sell. And one good turn deserves... something.<br />
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[Source: <a href="http://www.autocar.co.uk/News/NewsArticle.aspx?AR=249146">Autocar</a>]<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/30/report-bmw-x4-back-on-the-table/">Report: BMW X4 back on the table?</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:31:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href=http://www.autocar.co.uk/News/NewsArticle.aspx?AR=249146>Read</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/30/report-bmw-x4-back-on-the-table/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19460510/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/30/report-bmw-x4-back-on-the-table/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x3</category><category>bmw x4</category><category>BMW X5</category><category>BMW X6</category><category>BmwX3</category><category>BmwX4</category><category>BmwX5</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>x4</category><category>x5</category><category>x6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeremy Korzeniewski]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:31:00 EST</pubDate>
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A volcano in Iceland has caused a world of hurt for European airliners and travelers alike, as thick ash in the atmosphere has caused the cancellation of an estimated 63,000 flights. A new report from <em>BusinessWeek</em> suggests that even the auto industry could be affected by the hazardous ash if airlines continue to stay grounded. <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw/">BMW</a> spokesman Mathias Schmidt has told BW that the German automaker may need to shut down its Spartanburg, South Carolina, which produces the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x5">X5</a> and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">X6</a> crossovers if planes remain on the ground more than two additional days.<br />
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So, how does the April 14 eruption of the Eyjafjallaj&ouml;kull volcano control the fate of manufacturing in South Carolina? BMW ships transmissions and other components from Germany to its sole U.S. plant via air. If BMW can't get parts to Spartanburg soon, the plant will be temporarily shut down. A bit of good news has come in the past 24 hours, though, as scientists say the volcano currently isn't shooting any ash into the atmosphere, though seismic activity in the area of the eruption is still said to be very high.<br />
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[Source: BusinessWeek]<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/19/report-bmw-could-hault-u-s-production-due-to-ash-cloud/">Report: BMW could halt U.S. production due to ash cloud</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:20:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href=http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-04-19/bmw-may-need-to-halt-production-at-us-plant-due-to-ash-cloud.html>Read</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/19/report-bmw-could-hault-u-s-production-due-to-ash-cloud/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19445081/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/19/report-bmw-could-hault-u-s-production-due-to-ash-cloud/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>ash cloud</category><category>AshCloud</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x5</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>BmwX5</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>Eyjafjallajökull volcano</category><category>EyjafjallajökullVolcano</category><category>iceland</category><category>iceland volcano</category><category>icelandic volcano</category><category>IcelandicVolcano</category><category>IcelandVolcano</category><category>South Carolina</category><category>Spartanburg</category><category>volcano</category><category>volcano eruption</category><category>VolcanoEruption</category><category>x5 production</category><category>X5Production</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Chris Shunk]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:20:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Geneva 2010: Hamann Tycoon EVO M more powerful than mightiest Lamborghini]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/04/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m-more-powerful-than-mightiest-la/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/04/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m-more-powerful-than-mightiest-la/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/04/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m-more-powerful-than-mightiest-la/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/aftermarket/" rel="tag">Aftermarket</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/sports/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/geneva-motor-show/" rel="tag">Geneva Motor Show</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/euro/" rel="tag">Europe</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m/#3"><img hspace="0" vspace="4" border="1" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/01hamanntycoonevomliveopt.jpg"  alt="" /></a>
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We'll come clean. Collectively, we spend an unexpected amount time repeating the following sentence, "As much as I know I shouldn't, I love the <a href="http://autoblog.com/bmw/x6">BMW X6</a>. I know it's wrong, I know. But it's just a great car." But you know what makes less sense than the X6? The <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6+m">X6 M</a>. That car's stone cold <em>crazy</em>. Therefore we like it even more than the regular flavor SAC (Sports Activity Coupe). Have you met our friend <a href="http://autoblog.com/tag/hamann">Hamann</a>?<br />
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For the <a href="http://autoblog.com/geneva-motor-show">2010 Geneva Motor Show</a>, Hamann brought along its new <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/">Tycoon EVO M</a>. And... it's quite bonkers.The 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 has been pumped up to the tune of <em>670 horsepower</em> and 576 pound-feet of torque. For comparison's sake, the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/Lamborghini+Murcielago+LP670-4+SuperVeloce/">Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce's</a> mighty 6.5-liter V12 produces 670 hp - exactly the <em>same</em> amount as the Hamann Tycoon EVO M. Crazy, no? Oh, also, the mightiest ever Lambo makes 89 lb-ft of torque <em>less</em> than this mental patient Hamann. <br />
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Then there's the little matter of the carbon fiber. Look, we're all for saving precious pounds but keep it real for a minute. Before Hamann got their filthy mitts all over it, the X6 M weighed in at 5,324 pounds. Lord (and Hamann) only knows what it weighs now. And since we're keeping it real, shaving a few pounds off the front end of an over-powered beast like the Tycoon is killing a mouse with the 101st Airborne. In other words, the carbon fiber hood and splitter is nothing but blingy, look-at-me bunting. And since we're ragging on conspicuous displays of too much wealth, <em>Tycoon</em>? Really? That said, we've never seen 23-inch wheels look so perfectly at home.<br />
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<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m">Geneva 2010: Hamann Tycoon Evo M</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/02hamanntycoonevomlive_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/01hamanntycoonevomlive_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/03hamanntycoonevomlive_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/04hamanntycoonevomlive_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/05hamanntycoonevomlive_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/04/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m-more-powerful-than-mightiest-la/">Geneva 2010: Hamann Tycoon EVO M more powerful than mightiest Lamborghini</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Thu, 04 Mar 2010 08:29:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/04/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m-more-powerful-than-mightiest-la/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19381130/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/04/geneva-2010-hamann-tycoon-evo-m-more-powerful-than-mightiest-la/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>BMW X6</category><category>BMW X6 M</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>BmwX6M</category><category>Geneva</category><category>Geneva 2010</category><category>Geneva Motor Show</category><category>Geneva2010</category><category>GenevaMotorShow</category><category>Hamann</category><category>Hamann Tycoon</category><category>Hamann Tycoon EVO M</category><category>HamannTycoon</category><category>HamannTycoonEvoM</category><category>Tycoon</category><category>Tycoon EVO M</category><category>TycoonEvoM</category><category>X6</category><category>X6 M</category><category>X6M</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jonny Lieberman]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 08:29:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Über Crossover: Hamann's 670 horsepower Tycoon Evo M to debut in Geneva]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/aftermarket/" rel="tag">Aftermarket</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/sports/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/geneva-motor-show/" rel="tag">Geneva Motor Show</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img hspace="0" border="1" vspace="4" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/leadhamanntycoonevom.jpg" alt="" /></a>
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Last year Hamann introduced the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6">BMW X6</a>-based <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/22/bmw-x6-to-the-extreme-the-hamann-tycoon/">Tycoon</a>, and while the widebody kit gave the crossover a mean look, it was only backed up by a <em>mere</em> 360 horsepower from the twin-turbo inline-six. That horsepower deficiency will soon be resolved as Hamann plans to introduce the Tycoon Evo M at the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/geneva-motor-show/">Geneva Motor Show</a> next week. Under the hood is the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/07/10/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-m-bimmer-builds-a-highrider-gt-r/">X6 M</a>'s 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 that only needs a high-flow exhaust system and a reprogrammed ECU to reach 670 horsepower and 576 pound-feet of torque. Hamann claims that the extra 115 horsepower is good for a 4.2 second sprint to 62 mph and a top speed of 186 mph.<br />
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Along with the additional power, Hamann has also developed a revised widebody kit to fit the X6 M. The fenders have been widened 60mm, and LED running lights are now featured prominently on the front fascia. Additional upgrades include lightweight 23-inch forged wheels and aluminum and carbon fiber interior accessories. We'll have live photos from the Geneva show floor in just a few short days, but until then you can browse the high-res gallery below and read more details in the press release after the jump.<br />
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<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-tycoon-evo-m">Hamann Tycoon Evo M</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/01hamanntycoonevom_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/02hamanntycoonevom_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/03hamanntycoonevom_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/04hamanntycoonevom_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-tycoon-evo-m/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/05hamanntycoonevom_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><br />
[Source: Hamann Motorsport]<p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Über Crossover: Hamann's 670 horsepower Tycoon Evo M to debut in Geneva</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/">Über Crossover: Hamann's 670 horsepower Tycoon Evo M to debut in Geneva</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:25:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19367969/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/ber-crossover-hamanns-670-horsepower-tycoon-evo-m-to-debut-in/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>2010 bmw x6</category><category>2010 bmw x6 m</category><category>2010 geneva motor show</category><category>2010BmwX6</category><category>2010BmwX6M</category><category>2010GenevaMotorShow</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>bmw x6 m</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>BmwX6M</category><category>geneva</category><category>geneva 2010</category><category>geneva motor show</category><category>Geneva2010</category><category>GenevaMotorShow</category><category>hamann</category><category>hamann tycoon evo m</category><category>HamannTycoonEvoM</category><category>x6 m</category><category>X6M</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Drew Phillips]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[BMW Performance releases accessory line for 2011 X6]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/20/bmw-performance-releases-accessory-line-for-2011-x6/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/20/bmw-performance-releases-accessory-line-for-2011-x6/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/20/bmw-performance-releases-accessory-line-for-2011-x6/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/luxury/" rel="tag">Luxury</a></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-with-performance-accessories/"><img hspace="0" height="367" width="630" vspace="4" border="1" align="top" alt="BMW X6 w/ Performance Accessories" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/bmwx6perfparts000opt.jpg" /></a>
<div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><small>2011 BMW X6 with Performance Accessories - Click above for high-res image gallery</small></strong></em></div>
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When <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw/">BMW</a> debuted the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/x6+m">X6 M</a> last year, we were initially a bit skeptical about how the porky crossover (still having a hard time calling it a Sports Activity Coupe) would be received by enthusiasts. However, after <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/07/10/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-m-bimmer-builds-a-highrider-gt-r/">a good deal of seat time</a>, we learned that while the X6 M is ridiculously unnecessary, it's a total blast to drive, especially on the track. Now, enthusiasts looking to get some of the X6 M's mystique without shelling out $89,000 can have their own unique version of the X6, thanks to new accessories from BMW Performance.<br />
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The list of optional modifications starts with two different power kits, depending on which engine the stock X6 is equipped with. xDrive35i models gain an additional 20 horsepower and 37 pound-feet, bringing the total output to 326 hp and 332 lb-ft. The xDrive50i gets a bit more oomph, with power increased to 448 hp (up by 41) and 479 lb-ft (up by 37). Keep in mind, these power figures are based on of the 2011 X6, which has slightly different powertrains from the current model. What does it all mean? Six-cylinder X6s will be able to do 0-60 runs in just 6.5 seconds, and V8 models will do it in just 5.2.<br />
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From there, BMW Performance offers an aerodynamics kit, which includes a revised front bumper, side sills and an insert for the rear bumper. Other aero options include a rear spoiler, matte black rear fins, and a black front grid. Additionally, a new set of 21-inch light-alloy wheels are available wrapped in much sticker rubber. Interior tweaks include a new flat-bottom steering wheel with alcantara coating, as well as aluminum pedals. Given that Bimmer accessories are anything but cheap, plan on writing a substantial check if you're looking to go all-out with the extra toys. <br />
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X6 owners can pick up their BMW Performance accessories through the automaker's dealer network, and all modifications are fully backed by BMW's warranty standards. For the full details, click through the jump to read the official press release.<br />
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<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-with-performance-accessories">2011 BMW X6 with Performance Accessories</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-with-performance-accessories/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/bmwx6perfparts000_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-with-performance-accessories/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/bmwx6perfparts001_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-with-performance-accessories/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/bmwx6perfparts002_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-x6-with-performance-accessories/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/bmwx6perfparts003_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><br />
[Source: BMW]<p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/20/bmw-performance-releases-accessory-line-for-2011-x6/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>BMW Performance releases accessory line for 2011 X6</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/20/bmw-performance-releases-accessory-line-for-2011-x6/">BMW Performance releases accessory line for 2011 X6</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 19:59:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/20/bmw-performance-releases-accessory-line-for-2011-x6/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19365854/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/20/bmw-performance-releases-accessory-line-for-2011-x6/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>2011 bmw x6</category><category>2011BmwX6</category><category>accessories</category><category>bmw</category><category>BMW Performance</category><category>BMW X6</category><category>BmwPerformance</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>X6</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Steven J. Ewing]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 20 Feb 2010 19:59:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Line straps 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 on the dyno, results disappointing]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/inside-line-straps-disappointing-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-on-the/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/inside-line-straps-disappointing-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-on-the/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/inside-line-straps-disappointing-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-on-the/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/hybrids/" rel="tag">Hybrid</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/sports/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/suvs/" rel="tag">SUV</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/hatchbacks/" rel="tag">Hatchback</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/military/" rel="tag">Military</a></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img hspace="0" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_01_opt.jpg" /></a>
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Wait a second here, isn't it a bit antithetical to strap a hybrid vehicle on a dyno to measure it for horsepower? Well, in some instances we might be tempted to agree - though our curious side tells us it's always good to know how much power any particular automobile makes - but definitely not in the case of the <a href="http://green.autoblog.com/tag/BmwX6Activehybrid/">2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6</a>.<br />
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After all, BMW itself proclaims that this vehicle is the <a href="http://green.autoblog.com/2009/08/12/officially-official-bmw-x6-hybrid-to-be-worlds-most-powerful/">most powerful production hybrid ever offered</a> with 480 horsepower and 575 pound-feet of torque. Claims such as this must, <em>MUST we say</em>, be tested. Fortunately for us, the chaps over at <a href="http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2010/02/inside-line-dyno-tests-the-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6.html">Inside Line</a> happen to have a dyno at their disposal, along with the aforementioned hybrid SUV. So, how'd it fair?<br />
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Measured output at the wheels came in at <span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;">368 horsepower and </span><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;">402 lb-ft of torque. Now, it's expected that all vehicles will make a good bit less power at the wheels than at the engine's flywheel, which is how they are rated from the factory. But in the instance of the X6 Hybrid, it made way less than expected given its prodigious claimed figures.<br />
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</span>There are all sorts of explanations as to why the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 may not have made as many pound-feet as expected, and you can find some of them by <a href="http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2010/02/inside-line-dyno-tests-the-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6.html">reading Inside Line's summary here</a>. Acceleration tests are promised, meaning we may get an answer about those elusive few ponies soon enough. Finally, <a href="http://green.autoblog.com/2009/11/11/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-activehybrid-is-technologically-impress/">click here to read our own impressions</a> after driving the monster hybrid SUV last November.<br />
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<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive">First Drive: 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_01_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_02_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_03_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_04_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_05_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><br />
[Source: <a href="http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2010/02/inside-line-dyno-tests-the-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6.html">Inside Line</a>]<p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/inside-line-straps-disappointing-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-on-the/">Inside Line straps 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 on the dyno, results disappointing</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:54:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href=http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2010/02/inside-line-dyno-tests-the-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6.html>Read</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/inside-line-straps-disappointing-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-on-the/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19346814/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/inside-line-straps-disappointing-2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-on-the/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>2010 bmw x6</category><category>2010 bmw x6 active hybrid</category><category>2010 BMW X6 ActiveHybrid</category><category>2010 bmw x6 hybrid</category><category>2010BmwX6</category><category>2010BmwX6ActiveHybrid</category><category>2010BmwX6Hybrid</category><category>bmw</category><category>BMW X6</category><category>BMW X6 Active Hybrid</category><category>bmw x6 activehybrid</category><category>bmw x6 hybrid</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>BmwX6Activehybrid</category><category>BmwX6Hybrid</category><category>X6</category><category>X6 ActiveHybrid</category><category>X6 Hybrid</category><category>X6Activehybrid</category><category>X6Hybrid</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeremy Korzeniewski]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:54:00 EST</pubDate>
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BMW's pitch on how great the X6 ActiveHybrid is goes like this: it's the world's most powerful hybrid vehicle, fuel consumption is reduced about 20 percent compared to a similar vehicle without a hybrid drivetrain, and no matter what speed you're going, the incredibly complicated powertrain is performing at the most efficient level possible. All of this power means that the X6 hybrid is no sluggish Toyota Prius, offering frugal but unexciting performance. On the other hand, the size and weight of BMW's luxury hybrid crossover means that, well, the X6 hybrid is no Prius in the mileage department, either.<br />
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Let's start by congratulating BMW for bringing its first batch of hybrids to market (the 7 Series ActiveHybrid is launching alongside the X6). In everyday traffic, the hybrid system helps keep fuel consumption down - to a still-lame 18 mpg combined (estimated) - and, since the engine can shut down at stops, the ultra-quiet interior made sitting in Miami traffic during our preview drive almost a pleasure. Nevertheless, there's still a lot of vehicle here that hampers any attempt at real fuel efficiency gains. The X6 ActiveHybrid weighs 5,688 pounds for crying out loud - 400 pounds more than the non-hybrid. This vehicle simply doesn't makes a lot of sense for anyone actually interested in fuel efficiency. Who does it make sense for? Follow us past the break as we try to find out.<br />
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<div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive">First Drive: 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_01_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_02_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_03_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_04_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2010-bmw-activehybrid-x6-first-drive/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/bmwx6hybridfd_05_thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" /></a></div><br />
<strong><em><font size="1">Photos copyright (C)2009 Sebastian Blanco</font></em></strong><strong><em><font size="1"> / Weblogs, Inc.</font></em></strong><p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/11/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-activehybrid-is-technologically-impress/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>First Drive: 2010 BMW X6 ActiveHybrid is technologically impressive... but to what end?</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/11/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-activehybrid-is-technologically-impress/">First Drive: 2010 BMW X6 ActiveHybrid is technologically impressive... but to what end?</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:58:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/11/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-activehybrid-is-technologically-impress/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19229899/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/11/first-drive-2010-bmw-x6-activehybrid-is-technologically-impress/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>2010 bmw x6 active hybrid</category><category>2010BmwX6ActiveHybrid</category><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>bmw x6 activehybrid</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>BmwX6Activehybrid</category><category>featured</category><category>first drive</category><category>FirstDrive</category><category>x6</category><category>x6 activehybrid</category><category>X6Activehybrid</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sebastian Blanco]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:58:00 EST</pubDate>
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BMW invaded the South in 1993, and it's first U.S.-made product was popped out in September a year later. Fifteen years after that there have been five factory expansions, 5,000 jobs created, a methane gas pipeline installed, a center for automotive research created, a golf tournament started, and 1.5 million combined versions of the 318i, Z3, Z4, X5 and X6 run over the factory threshold. The 1.5 millionth vehicle was an Oyster Blue and Ivory X6 for a Hong Kong customer. Just goes to show those Confederates might have been right: the South is rising again... You can read all about it in the presser after the jump.<br />
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[Source: BMW]<p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/10/bmw-plant-in-spartanburg-sc-produces-1-5-millionth-vehicle/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>BMW plant in Spartanburg, SC produces 1.5 millionth vehicle</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/10/bmw-plant-in-spartanburg-sc-produces-1-5-millionth-vehicle/">BMW plant in Spartanburg, SC produces 1.5 millionth vehicle</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:28:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/10/bmw-plant-in-spartanburg-sc-produces-1-5-millionth-vehicle/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19154555/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/10/bmw-plant-in-spartanburg-sc-produces-1-5-millionth-vehicle/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x5</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>bmw z3</category><category>bmw z4</category><category>BmwX5</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>BmwZ3</category><category>BmwZ4</category><category>factories</category><category>manufacturing</category><category>milestones</category><category>plants</category><category>south carolina</category><category>SouthCarolina</category><category>spartanburg</category><category>x5</category><category>x6</category><category>z3</category><category>z4</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jonathon Ramsey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:28:00 EST</pubDate>
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamann to introduce widebody BMW X6 Tycoon Evo at Frankfurt show]]></title><link>http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/03/hamann-to-introduce-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo-at-frankfurt-show/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/03/hamann-to-introduce-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo-at-frankfurt-show/</guid><comments>http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/03/hamann-to-introduce-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo-at-frankfurt-show/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/aftermarket/" rel="tag">Aftermarket</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/frankfurt-auto-show/" rel="tag">Frankfurt Motor Show</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/sports/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/suvs/" rel="tag">SUV</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/crossovers-cuvs/" rel="tag">Crossover</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/bmw/" rel="tag">BMW</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/luxury/" rel="tag">Luxury</a></p><div style="text-align: center;"><small><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo/#5"><img vspace="4" hspace="4" border="1" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/09/web-39tycoonevo.jpg" /></a><br /> </small><strong><em><small>Hamann BMW X6 Tycoon Evo - Click above for high-res image gallery</small></em></strong></div>
<br /> As far as sport-utilities go, the BMW X6 clearly leans towards the "sport" side of the spectrum. But for those seeking a little more aggression in their "Sports Activity Coup&eacute;," German tuning house Hamann has you covered. <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/22/bmw-x6-to-the-extreme-the-hamann-tycoon/">Back in January,</a> the German tuning house let loose the Tycoon mod kit for the X6, but in case that wasn't enough, they'll be coming to Frankfurt in a couple of weeks with the even more extreme Tycoon Evo.<br /> <br /> Hamann's tuning program for the X6 permeates the entire range, so no matter what kind of engine you've got under the hood, there are performance enhancements on offer. The six-cylinder xDrive35i has been upgraded from 306 horsepower to 360, the diesel xDrive30d boosted from 235 hp to 265, the more powerful xDrive35d from 286 hp to 320, and the top-of-the-line xDrive50i from 407 to a massive 500. <br /><br />Visually, the Tycoon Evo gets a body kit 60mm wider than stock, with a new front fascia, side skirts, diffuser with twin center-exit exhaust tips and a pair of rear spoilers. LED lights, 23-inch wheels and an aluminum and carbon fiber interior trim kit also form part of the package, which you can check out in the gallery of images below and the press release after the jump.<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="postgallery"><p><strong>Gallery: <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo">Hamann BMW X6 Tycoon Evo</a></strong></p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/09/40tycoonevo_thumbnail.jpg" alt="40tycoonevo" title="40tycoonevo" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/09/21tycoonevo_thumbnail.jpg" alt="21tycoonevo" title="21tycoonevo" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/09/22tycoonevo_thumbnail.jpg" alt="22tycoonevo" title="22tycoonevo" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/09/39tycoonevo_thumbnail.jpg" alt="39tycoonevo" title="39tycoonevo" /></a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/hamann-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo/"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/09/33tycoonevo_thumbnail.jpg" alt="33tycoonevo" title="33tycoonevo" /></a></div><br /> [Source: Hamann]<p><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/03/hamann-to-introduce-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo-at-frankfurt-show/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Hamann to introduce widebody BMW X6 Tycoon Evo at Frankfurt show</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/03/hamann-to-introduce-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo-at-frankfurt-show/">Hamann to introduce widebody BMW X6 Tycoon Evo at Frankfurt show</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://www.autoblog.com">Autoblog</a> on Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:00:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/03/hamann-to-introduce-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo-at-frankfurt-show/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/forward/19149746/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/03/hamann-to-introduce-bmw-x6-tycoon-evo-at-frankfurt-show/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description><category>bmw</category><category>bmw x6</category><category>BmwX6</category><category>hamann</category><category>hamann bmw x6</category><category>hamann bmw x6 tycoon evo</category><category>hamann tycoon</category><category>hamann tycoon evo</category><category>hamann x6</category><category>HamannBmwX6</category><category>HamannBmwX6TycoonEvo</category><category>HamannTycoon</category><category>HamannTycoonEvo</category><category>HamannX6</category><category>tycoon</category><category>tycoon evo</category><category>TycoonEvo</category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Noah Joseph]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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