2011 BMW X6 M Review

A mix between coupe and SUV, the 2011 BMW X6 M has unprecedented power wrapped in a premium, luxurious and groundbreaking exterior. Rivaling the Porsche Cayenne and Mercedes-Benz-M Class, the all-wheel-drive (xDrive) 2011 BMW X6 M sits atop standard 20-inch alloy wheels with run-flat tires. Available features include quad-zone climate control with settings for each front and rear passenger and heated front and rear seats.

For 2011, the BMW X6 M features the Dynamic Performance Control differential with electronic stability and traction control systems designed to maximize stability. Other standard safety technologies include four-wheel-disc antilock brakes, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows. The 2011 BMW X6 M is a unique vehicle, combining a racing and performance pedigree with luxurious appointments, safety features and cutting-edge design.
The Cold Weather package adds a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats and a rear seat pass-through ski bag. The Active Ventilated Seat package adds ventilated 14-way power front seats with adjustable and active side bolsters. The Rear Climate package adds four-zone climate control and manual rear side window shades.

The 2011 BMW X6 M comes standard with ABS (with brake assist), stability control, front seat side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags and whiplash-reducing front head restraints. Crash tests have not been conducted, but the structurally similar BMW X5 scored a perfect five stars in government crash tests for frontal-impact driver protection, four stars for frontal-impact passenger protection and five stars for front and rear side protection. The 2011 BMW X6 M weighs 5,256 pounds. Our seasoned professional test-drivers are amazed at this massive BMW's athletic character. Then there's the power.

Coupled with special "M" air suspension featuring Adaptive Drive and the newly developed Servotronic power steering, the performance 'ute promises very competent handling. Other high-tech features include launch control for maximum acceleration and an "M" six-speed automatic optimized for performance. Drivers can manually select gears using either paddles or an an electronic gear selector lever.

BMW is referring to the new 4.4-liter motor as its "M TwinPower Turbo" unit. The name reflects the fact that the motor features Twin Scroll Twin Turbo Technology and a common exhaust manifold encompassing both rows of cylinders.

The MDM setting allows the driver to enter a controlled drift and push the vehicle's handling to the limit.