BMW X6 M60i launched at 1.78 crores: Gets a V8, 0-100 in 4.3 seconds!

BMW India today launched the BMW X6 M60i coupe SUV in the Indian market, priced at Rs 1.78 crores (ex-showroom). The SUV will be sold in India through the CBU channel; pre-orders are already open. The company is also offering a guaranteed purchase of 60% after 3 years / 10,000 km. The BMW X6 M60i is offered in six colors – Aventurine Red, Manhattan Metallic, Brooklyn Grey, Black Sapphire, Mineral White and Isle of Man Green. Upholstery is available in Sensafin trim and Silverstone options, Tacora Red/Black, Black and Cognac.

Talking about the powertrain first, the new BMW X6 will be powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, which produces 530hp and 750Nm of torque. It gets 48V mild hybrid tech and comes mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox, which sends power to all four wheels. It also gets rear-wheel steering, adaptive suspension, a limited-slip differential and the xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The coupe can accelerate from 0-100 in 4.3 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h.In terms of design, the new BMW X6 M60i is redesigned while retaining its coupe-SUV look. The front also features a kidney grille, low-profile LED headlights with new daytime running lights, and a redesigned bumper with larger air intakes and gloss black inserts. This profile continues with the sloping roofline that defines the X6, along with new alloy wheel designs and M exterior features. Sculpted body panels and a pronounced shoulder line maintain the SUV’s muscular appearance.At the rear, BMW has also updated the LED headlight graphics and modified the bumper with larger surrounds and a diffuser-inspired design. The overall styling continues to combine the SUV’s high level of luxury with a stylish look.Moving inside, the BMW X6 M60i comes with a two-tone cabin and a layered dashboard design with BMW’s curved design, which includes a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Other features include electrically adjustable front seats, heat and memory, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless charging, panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate and tire pressure monitoring system. The SUV also gets a driver assistance system, while the India-spec model is expected to offer a similar equipment list.