German Car Zone

Originally Posted by scott26

Z4 does not phase into X6. The only areas of design the actual X6 shares with Z4M Coupe is in the rear tailgate design which like the Z4M Coupe will wrap around the upper shoulder level of the car and lift the same way as the Z4M coupe.

The only other occurrence is the shape of the rear window fitting into the rear tailgate is the same shape of the Z4M Coupe which will enhance the sport and performance design of this individual SAC.

The design will share a similar shoulder line to the new X5 and the front bonnet will be placed in a similar position. The X6 will cater for four passengers and will have four doors. A smaller window with the trademark BMW kink will be inserted behind the rear doors.

The front of the X6 is not similar to the X5. With triangular headlights are similar to the 5er (E60) - they sit in the front corners which blend-in to form the front wheel arches, and aside the widened twin shell kidney grille which will make its debut in the next 7er.

The twin kidneys now appear to be upturned but borders into a more natural twin shape inside the shell. The shell also forms substance and interplay with the curves on the top of the bonnet, and meet in the surround of the shell where the chromed bars ahead of the radiator will be placed.

The rear of the car gets slim-line rear lights which get broader when wrapped around the rear corner which leads direct from the rear bumper area forming the rear wheel arches.

An optional targa roof will become available with individual slats folding towards the rear of the car, as will a full panoramic roof.

Originally Posted by Luwalira

Fantastic news. I've been waiting for a manufacturer to introduce a four wheel drive system which can be disabled.

Originally Posted by Ultimate Car Guy

An upturned grille? will that debut on all future BMW models like the new 7er?

Originally Posted by Merc1

Can't wait to see what this is going to look like. I can imagine a sportier X5 both inside and out, should really be something.

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Originally Posted by klier

That particular chop is terrible, but I get the point. Should be interesting to see how it'll turn out.

Also, you mentioned LED lights for the headlights earlier.... For the blinkers or something? Because I really want the Angel Eyes to stay forever. They are perfect, and a real BMW design trademark by now.