The restyled X6 xDrive50i is equipped with a 4.4-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a ZF six-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2007 version.

The X6 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses coil and air springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the X6 xDrive50i are 78.10 inches wide by 192.00 inches long. It sits 66.50 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 115.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the X6 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $52,500, with a dealer invoice cost of $48,300. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2008 X6 is a Siemens MS system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The X6 xDrive50i received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifteen in-city driving and twenty when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the BMW X6

There are several reasons why the BMW X6 xDrive50i sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a BMW, specifically a X6.

Tags: 4-Door, BMW X6, Sport Utility, United States market, xDrive50i

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