Cars Reviews

2010 BMW X6 M

The 2010 X6 M represents the most dramatic shift in BMW’s Motorsport division since its inception – and it’s not because they’re the first crossovers branded with the tri-tone “M” badge. This high-riding duo are the first M machines ever to be equipped with all-wheel drive. The first fitted exclusively with an automatic transmission.

The X6 M is a high-performance variant of BMW’s controversial head-turning crossover. Unveiled at the New York Auto Show in 2009, the X6 M uses a potent version of BMW’s twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8. Output is pegged at 555 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and peak torque is 501 pound-feet, available between 1,500 and 5,650 rpm. The car can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, according to the automaker.

Pros:

* Ferocious power
* Dynamic BMW handling
* Merino leather seats cradle the passengers in luxurious comfort
* Appeals to a niche market

Cons:

* Barely acceptable rear cargo space
* Limited view looking back through hatchback window
* Head-up display is marginally useful

BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics

The BMW Vision EfficientDynamics delivers 43.5mpg on the combined cycle and just 172g/km of CO2 emissions.

The 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine in the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics uses BMW’s Variable Twin Turbo concept, third-generation common-rail injection and an all aluminium crankcase to deliver 204hp and 400Nm of torque between 2,000 and 2,250rpm.

The power harnessed by the batteries is also supplemented by roof mounted photovoltaic solar panels, measuring 1.0 metre square.

BMW Z4 Roadster

The BMW Z4 is a rear-wheel drive sports car by the German Car maker BMW. Following an amazing line up of past BMW roadsters such as the BMW Z1, BMW 507, and the BMW Z3. Replacing the Z3, first-generation production started in 2002 at BMW’s Spartanburg, South Carolina plant, with production of both roadster and coupe forms. When debuted, it won Automobile Magazine “Design of the Year Award”. Starting with the 2009 model year, the second-generation Z4 is built at BMW’s Regensburg, Germany plant as a retractable hardtop roadster. In 2009, the BMW Z4 won the Red Dot Design Award.

Manufacturer: BMW
Class: Luxury car
Body style(s): 2-door roadster
Engine(s):
2,497 cc (152.4 cu in) N52B25 I6
2,996 cc (182.8 cu in) N52B30 I6
2,979 cc (181.8 cu in) N54B30 twin-turbocharged I6
Transmission(s):
6 speed manual
6 speed automatic
7 speed automatic
Wheelbase: 2,496 mm (98.3 in)
Length: 4,239 mm (166.9 in)
Width: 1,790 mm (70.5 in)
Height: 1,291 mm (50.8 in)
Curb weight:
1,470 kg (3,241 lb) (sDrive30i manual)
1,500 kg (3,307 lb) (sDrive30i auto)
1,565 kg (3,450 lb) (sDrive35i manual)
1,585 kg (3,494 lb) (sDrive35i auto)
Fuel capacity: 55 L (14.5 US gal; 12.1 imp gal)

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