BMW MALAYSIA ADDS X6 & M3 COUPE LIMITED EDITIONS TO REPERTOIRE
2010-02-23 17:02:38 Author: admin Source:
BMW Malaysia kick started the year with seven new and limited editions of the BMW 5 Series and BMW 3 Series, Today, the premium marque added two additional limited editions to its repertoire – The BMW X6 xDrive35i Performance Edition (above) and the BMW M3 Coupe Editions.
With only 25 units available for the Malaysian market due to its exclusivity worldwide, these limited editions not only feature cosmetic upgrades to its overall look and feel, but are also guaranteed to excite, offering more sheer driving pleasure with extra zest in performance.
The BMW X6 xDrive35i Performance Edition not only comes equipped with additional BMW Performance parts for both its exterior and interior but it is also tuned to perform even better than the standard BMW X6 xDrive35i model with noticeable increases in its power and acceleration.
The BMW X6 xDrive35i Performance Edition not only comes equipped with additional BMW Performance parts for both its exterior and interior but it is also tuned to perform even better than the standard BMW X6 xDrive35i model with noticeable increases in its power and acceleration.
In engine offering, the X6 limited performance edition features the standard in-line six cylinder 3-litre Twin Turbo engines which are tuned to offer more power and better acceleration. Due to the technical tuning, the powerplant is now able to churn seven percent higher output of 240kW (326hp) as well as a 13 percent higher torque performance of 450Nm. This in turn enables the X6 performance edition to achieve a 0-100km/h acceleration in just 6.5 seconds.
Its exterior boasts several exclusive specifications which gives the vehicle a more sporty and aggressive perspective with distinctive choices of paintwork in either Alpine White or Titanium Silver metallic colors, contrasted with exterior components of mirror caps and exhaust tail pipes in black for a forceful stance. Further enhancing this forward perspective are special Y-Spoke style 20” light alloy wheels in Black with mixed tyres as well as BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line Black exterior window surrounds.
Not to be outdone by its exterior offering, the interior of the BMW X6 xDrive35i Performance Edition also gets special treatment which is exclusive to the model. Inside, sports seats in Black Alcantara and leather combinations feature prominently. The seats are perfectly contrasted with interior trim finishes in Aluminium Flywheel Black as well as BMW Individual headliner in Anthracite. However, what truly describes the vehicles sporty characteristics inside the car are special door sill finishers and scuff plates with the M designation and stainless steel pedals.
Next in line is the effervescent BMW M3 Coupe Editions that have been further enhanced with the most exclusive and unique highlights so that each car boasts perfectly harmonised modifications in body design, interior features as well as special light-alloy wheels with an even lower chassis.
Only two units of these babies are available for Malaysian shores in either Alpine White or Monte Carlo Blue. Both performance cars are also individually matched in terms of exterior design and feature BMW Individual High-Gloss Satin Chrome which accentuates the more sophisticated character of the M3 Coupe Edition.
Adding to the presence of the car, the opening on the engine compartment lid on all models are finished in black and the BMW M3 signature kidney grille, the side gills and the dual tailpipes on the exhaust system all come in dark eloxy-plated chrome. Further emphasising the aggressiveness and sporty characteristics of the car are the caps on the special BMW M exterior mirrors which are also finished in black and are connected to the A-pillars by dual arms extending out of the mirror base finished in the unit’s own body color.
Only two units of these babies are available for Malaysian shores in either Alpine White or Monte Carlo Blue. Both performance cars are also individually matched in terms of exterior design and feature BMW Individual High-Gloss Satin Chrome which accentuates the more sophisticated character of the M3 Coupe Edition.
Adding to the presence of the car, the opening on the engine compartment lid on all models are finished in black and the BMW M3 signature kidney grille, the side gills and the dual tailpipes on the exhaust system all come in dark eloxy-plated chrome. Further emphasising the aggressiveness and sporty characteristics of the car are the caps on the special BMW M exterior mirrors which are also finished in black and are connected to the A-pillars by dual arms extending out of the mirror base finished in the unit’s own body color.
In its interior, special color highlights adds an individual touch to the interior. The surfaces on the centre armrest, the centre console and the arm rests on the door panels are pristinely White on the Alpine White unit. At the same time, these Edition Models also come with interior trim in Carbon Structure Leather with white contrasting seams.
Further to this, Black Novillo Leather seats inside the car feature bespoke contrasting seams as well as vertical trim stripes on the upper section of the backrest and at the front of the leg rest. In the Alpine White unit, these features come in white whilst in the Monte Carlo Blue unit; it is matched with the car’s exterior color. An added feature in the Monte Carlo Blue unit are armrests and door closing handles with blue contrasting seams.
Both cars also showcase entry trim bars in Checkered Flag Design bearing the “M3” model designation which gives these supremely exclusive units yet another highlight. In wheel options, both units come with specially designed light-alloy rims with unique suspension that lowers the entire body of the car by 10 millimetres, providing more driving pleasure and a sportier BMW M3 Coupe. Additionally, 19-inch forged M light-alloy rims in double-spoke design in black gives the M3 added presence for a more ominous outlook.
The retail prices for the BMW X6 xDrive35i Performance Edition, the M3 Coupe Edition Alpine White and M3 Coupe Monte Carlo Blue (on the road price including personal road tax and registration) are; RM718, 800 (inclusive of a 3-years BMW Service + Repair Inclusive package), RM748, 800 and RM 758, 800 respectively.
