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Originally Posted by surewin
I thought this article from Roundel would be interesting to show where the X5 M and the X6 M fall in terms of BMW's M philosophy:
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Exactly.
I didn't understand these vehicles until I spent time with them. They are incredible and allow one to carry cargo and 4 adults in extreme comfort and at very high speeds over paved roads. (The Top Gear review of the basic X6 notwithstanding.
) The flexibility of the engines are fantastic and the ability to cover ground in a downpour is nothing short of astounding. They present a case...a VERY STRONG CASE for AWD in M cars. If the execution is as good as this, we have nothing to fear. I own an X5 3.5i and marvel at the flexibility of the vehicle in all circumstances while still being able to haul xxx.
I love these vehicles and had to eat lot's of crow based on my first and VERY WRONG impressions of these vehicles. They are true M vehicles.
Cheers-mk
(A loyal E63 driver.
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