X6 Concept Officially unveiled in Frankfurt

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As recent photos show, the X6 is anything but a conservative design.
The X6's roofline begins arching downward after the B-pillar and continues plunging right to the X6's rising waistline. As a result, second-row headroom and rear cargo volume are both compromised.
The new X6 will be longer and lower than the new X5, seating only four. But what the sporty X6 loses in seating and storage, it is expected gain in performance.
The X6 is, by far, the most extreme example of a "crossover-coupe" to date. Mercedes and Land Rover are both rumored to be planning a similar vehicles, but no plans have been announced.
X6 to be BMW's first hybrid
BMW also debuted a hybrid version of its X6 Concept. Visually the hybrid is identical to the regular X6 but BMW claims that the hybrid is 20% more fuel-efficient. Various reports indicate the X6 will be BMW's first production car offered with the option of a hybrid powertrain.







 
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Nice post Kirby! Don't hate it, but don't love it. Also, BMW has to ditch the red blinkers. It's not allowed in Germany, and in many EU countries...so why make a concept car with them (and them dump them on the Americans)? They're unsafe, and near impossible to see is bright sunlight (hence why they're not allowed in D-Land)!

Also, I would expect more than a 20% increase in fuel economy for the Hybrid version. Mein Gott, can you even imagine buying a first model year BMW with a Hybrid motor??? Talk about frequent service visits.
 


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