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Improving on 2008′s Model: The 2009 X6 Revisited

A high point in the sport utility market is the BMW X6. In 2009 BMW rolled out an upgraded version of the X6 with two versions: xDrive35i and xDrive50i. Sales for the X6, especially the X6 xDrive35i, were brisk during 2009 and 2010. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

Stop and Go

Standard equipment in the X6 for 2008 and 2009 includes the 3.0 liter engine by BMW, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 6-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the X6.

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

Statistics

The dimensions of the X6 xDrive35i are inches wide by inches long. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-average price, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2009 X6 is a traditional Siemens MS 70, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.

The 2009 X6 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is below average for a sport utility truck.

What We Think of the BMW X6

The 2009 model year was very successful for the BMW X6. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the xDrive35i version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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