German based manufacturer BMW is pushing through with its M-badged BMW series and it looks like BMW lovers are in for a treat. The 2010 BMW X6 M and X5 M feature an all-wheel drive and a V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission as well. Add an optimized chassis/suspension setup and a stronger rear-wheel bias to the all-wheel-drive system for greater agility and the new model seems to be a dream machine to have.
With the force-fed V-8 and active rear differential of its sportier sibling, the X5 M should experience a greater performance improvement over the regular model compared with the X6 M. However, given the X6’s lower center of gravity and more-aggressive demeanor, expect the hatchback-coupe on stilts to be more playful when the road begins to twist and turn.
A vehicle that is surely being awaited for release, the BMW M models are bound to be a good choice for car addicts investing heavily in luxury vehicles. There is no specific date on when the X5 M and X6 M will be released although 2010 seems to be the feasible year to wait for them. They are expected to be valued at $100K once made available in the car market.
Via Car and Driver
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