07-03-2008, 09:11 PM | #1 |
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Spy Shots: BMW X6 xDrive50i performance model
According to Motor Authority, BMW currently testing its own high-performance version of the X6 50i. The latest spy shots show the car’s new front cowling, revealing much larger intakes than any previous X6 model plus a slightly revised grille and new side mirrors.
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07-03-2008, 10:59 PM | #2 |
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OK guess it could be but seems odd considering the lengths BMW goes to when trying to disguise a new model during tests. This one sort of screams look at my front cowling, why bother. If they didn't have anything there most people would give it a second look.
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It looks like the two inner exhaust ports each have a vacuum actuator that opens up the exhaust port at a certain rpm. My brother’s Z06 Corvette has a dual mode exhaust that opens up at about 3500 rpms causing less back pressure and most of all has an excellent exhaust sound. Is BMW experimenting with a dual mode exhaust system?
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Interesting to see this 'performance model' with roof rails ...
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07-08-2008, 06:28 AM | #10 |
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I don't think it's an M or performance version of X6.
Because look at the axhaust pipes, not all 4 of them are working. The inner ones are much more cleaner than the outer ones, which probably means they're not connected to any source. I think its just the M sports package for X6 and the exhausts are there to distract people with other questions.
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07-15-2008, 02:04 AM | #11 |
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Can't wait to see the X6 and X5 M versions.
Why else would BMW file trademarks for these names then?
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07-23-2008, 05:58 PM | #12 |
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Since the TT50 engine is going in the 2011 lotus
(http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/16/2...twin-turbo-v8/) and the next M5 (http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080708....rbo-v8-from-x6) I suspect TT50 base engine will be used for a lot of models, you could increase the X6 hp by just upping the boost.
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