BMW X6 Returns To India, Launched At Rs 1.77 Cr

BMW India has resurrected the X6. The coupe-style SUV, which got discontinued in 2023 in India, is launched today at Rs 1.77 Cr (ex-showroom), and this performance SUV will be sold here via CBU (Completely-Built-Up) units, ready to be owned and available at BMW India showrooms. This beast of a machine is a direct competitor to the Porsche Cayenne, Audi SQ8, and Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe. Let's take a deep dive into the details of the X6.

Engine & Performance

Let's just start with, all good in the hood, as under the hood, it is equipped with a newly developed 4.4L twin-turbo V8, and it puts out 530 hp and 750 Nm of torque, going to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. The result? 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds. Also, this car is equipped with an M Sport differential, adaptive suspension, and rear-wheel steering, and they all contribute to providing the most thrilling and connected driving experience.

BMW X6 Engine Specifications:

BMW X6 Design Details

The BMW X6 is essentially a coupe design iteration of the BMW X5, and one can even make out the similarities in the front fascia of both SUVs. For people who love to make a statement and prefer a chic BMW experience, this SUV is the one to buy - it will definitely get you countless head-turns, as it's so radical and aggressive to the eyes. To add more, only one variant is available, the M60i, which comes equipped with the M Sport package Pro, so the standard fittings here are M Sport brakes with red callipers inside 21-inch alloy wheels, a quad-pipe exhaust, and a rear spoiler in black gloss.

Moreover, the rear end of this SUV looks vivacious and will get a lot of comments, as this portion is wide and has a lot of muscle. Potential customers can choose between six colour options - Aventurine Red, Manhattan Metallic, Brooklyn Grey, Black Sapphire, Mineral White, and Isle of Man Green. For the interior, Sensafin upholstery is standard, available in Silverstone, Tacora Red/Black, Black, and Cognac. On top of that, for customers who want something really unique and a colour of their choice, 40+ BMW Individual special paintwork shades are available, along with an Individual extended leather trim in "Merino" in Ivory White, Coffee, Tartufo, and Black.

BMW X6 Feature Set

The X6 offers a long list of features, but the first thing that strikes the eyes is the 12.3-inch driver's display and 14.9-inch infotainment screen, both part of a single curved display. Plus, there's a head-up display, a 360-degree parking camera, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, and wireless phone connectivity. More tech features include the My BMW App, which lets owners keep an eye on vehicle status, and BMW Digital Key Plus, which turns the smartphone into a key for locking, unlocking, and even driving the car.

Front seats are fully electric, featuring lumbar support, multiple adjustment options, and a memory function on the driver's seat. For an excellent musical experience, there are 16 speakers on the Harman Kardon surround sound system.

Safety features include six airbags, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, Dynamic Stability Control which includes Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), and Cornering Brake Control (CBC).

Who Should buy

This car is tailor-made specifically for buyers who live an exuberant lifestyle. For them, passion, love, and excitement matter more than being practical, and this car serves that purpose perfectly. The thunderous engine inside is the reason for its blistering performance, and the car itself looks like a fashion diva. So, for practicality-seeking buyers, the BMW X5 is the better bet, but for everyone else, this is the answer.