Why would you choose X6 instead of the mechanically identical, more practical and more affordable X5? Well, there are not many logical reasons
. However, if you plan to spend this money on a car that is neither an SUV nor a coupe, but something in between, it will take a long time, very Work hard to look at this before deciding to put down the money. After all, in this case, the price difference between 5 and 6 is quite large.
Now, let us quickly learn about the brief history of X5. The X5 is the big brother of the BMW X series-it is the first BMW SUV, um... I'm sorry, the SAV or "sport utility vehicle", opened the journey of high rides for the Bavarians. In the past two decades, BMW has sold more than 2.2 million X5s to customers worldwide. The brand new X5 has been launched last year in the fourth generation.
As mentioned earlier, both X6 and X5 are based on BMW's CLAR platform and are mechanically identical. They even have more or less the same external dimensions. From a design point of view, the X6 is certainly more gorgeous, but the X5 also looks very attractive. It's like choosing between Monica Bellucci in a mini skirt or Monica Bellucci in a simple white dress. No matter which way you choose, you can get Monica Bellucci, so this is good news. The story of the
interior is a bit similar-the interiors of the two cars are almost the same (different interiors have different interiors). All items in the X6 cabin have been directly picked up from the X5 parts box. Okay, so the X5 will not provide a heated/cooled cup holder, but the X5 outperforms its big butt siblings in terms of practicality. It is more spacious-with more space both front and rear-and the tail box is also larger (645 litres vs. 580 litres). Another interesting aspect of
's comparison this time is a quick look at the standard equipment provided by these two cars, which will tell you that the X5's offer is much higher. For example, on the X6 M Sport variant, LED laser headlights, head-up display, four-zone air conditioning, Harman Kardon surround sound system, and parking assist system with 360-degree camera are all optional. However, all of these are standard equipment of the X5 M Sport.
But that's not all! In addition to all the functions of the X6 M40i, the X5 M40i is also equipped with a two-axis air suspension as standard. In the X6 M40i, it is optional-the model tested here does not have an air spring. However, the xLine variant of the X6 does have the standard configuration of air suspension.
Having said that, if you are a keen driver, you would approve of the rooted and safer feel provided by the X6's adaptive M suspension with steel springs. And you would be right-X6 definitely feels sharper and more agile than X5. However, this will sacrifice ride quality, because the X5 will definitely feel more comfortable on harsh roads. In other words, even with air suspension, the X5's driving quality is not as luxurious as other competitors.
In terms of engine options, X5 once again beats X6. In addition to M Sport gasoline, the X5 is also equipped with a diesel engine in two variants-Sport and xLine (available here). The X5 diesel engine is equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbocharger, which can produce 261bhp and 620Nm of huge torque. It is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and has all-wheel drive. Although it is an oil burner, the performance is still very good. It can spin fast and provide excellent performance-the diesel X5 can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, which is only one second slower than the X6/X5 M40i gasoline. And when you put beans on it, it also sounds a bit sporty. However, in terms of driver involvement, it is definitely not enough-it is not as communicative as the X6, and the body rolls more. When off-road, both X5 and X6 are good, but as a standard configuration of air suspension, X5 does have an advantage in this department-especially because you can increase the height of the vehicle.
When you compare X5 and X6 specifications, the image I want to draw is clearer. The X5 M40i is mechanically the same as the X6 M40i and is priced at 844.0 lakh rupees (excluding tax). There, you have a difference of 1 million. If you choose X5 standard accessories, the list price of X6 will increase
Of course, compared with the locally assembled X5, the fact that X6 is sold as a direct import (CBU) does play a role in its pricing. However, when you write a check, its country of origin will not have any effect on your pocket. The simple and straightforward answer is that X5 offers much greater value than X6.
Does this mean that X6 is meaningless? Well, to be honest, this is indeed the case. You will find that if you want comfort and practicality, then X5 will definitely appeal to X6. And, if you just want to use your mobile phone for the show to travel around town, why not choose the much cheaper Z4 M40i-it has the same engine but has more firepower, and it's top-notch!
Having said that, I cannot deny that I like X6's brutality and its attitude.
