BMW X6 Returns to India Priced at Rs 1.77 Crore with M60i Treatment and 4.4L V8

The Indian division of the German luxury automaker BMW has launched the new X6 M60i xDrive in the country at an introductory price of Rs 1.78 crore (ex-showroom). This also marks the return of the X6 nameplate to the Indian market after a gap of about three years. BMW is offering the X6 in India via the CBU route.

The X6 M60i is equipped with Adaptive M suspension, Integral Active Steering with rear-wheel steering, M Sport brakes and an M Sport exhaust system to enhance driving dynamics.

BMW X6: Powertrain

Powering the BMW X6 M60i xDrive is a 4.4L twin-turbo V8 petrol engine paired with a 48V mild-hybrid system. The powertrain puts out a combined power output of 523bhp and 750Nm of peak torque. This engine is mated to a 8-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The X6 M60i gets the BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system, along with an M Sport Differential. The X6 M60i can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in a claimed time of 4.3 seconds and has a top speed of 250 kmph.

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The new BMW X6 retains its signature coupe-inspired silhouette while incorporating the brand's latest styling updates. Up front, it features adaptive LED headlights, a black kidney grille with M detailing, gloss black exterior elements and the M Sport Package Pro. Other highlights include 21-inch alloy wheels, M-specific side skirts, quad exhaust outlets, a rear spoiler and M-branded brake calipers that further distinguish it from the standard BMW SUV range.

The BMW X6 M60i xDrive is available in six exterior colour options: Aventurine Red, Manhattan Metallic, Brooklyn Grey, Black Sapphire, Mineral White and Isle of Man Green.

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On the inside, the X6 M60i gets BMW's Curved Display that integrates a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, ventilated front seats, electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, ambient lighting, M seat belts, M steering wheel, Harman Kardon sound system, panoramic glass roof, head-up display, wireless smartphone connectivity, soft-close doors, optional massage function for the front seats, connected car features and more,

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On the safety front BMW has equipped the X6 M60i with 6-airbags, Dynamic Stability Control, Dynamic Traction Control, Cornering Brake Control, ABS with Brake Assist, electronic parking brake with Auto Hold, TPMS, Isofix mounts, crash sensors, parking assist, 360-degree camera, reversing assistant and ADAS features.