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Catering for the most discerning of clientele, Euro Motors, the official BMW Group importer in Bahrain, has unveiled the new BMW X6.
According to a press release, the second generation of the Sports Activity Coupé, which has already posted global sales of almost 250,000 units, enjoys a special status among BMW X model rivals thanks to its allure, performance and luxury.
Euro Motors general manager Paul Yates said: “The new BMW X6 represents the pinnacle in motoring in the Sports Activity Coupé segment. We are confident that the latest version will help us to further bolster BMW’s position in Bahrain.”
The design of the new BMW X6 blends the robustness and versatility of a BMW X model with the sporting elegance typical of the brand’s coupés. The interior combines generous space with model-specific sports features and a luxurious ambience, while attractive design and equipment packages further highlight the exclusive style of the latest edition.
It comes with a suitably exclusive roster of standard equipment, which goes beyond that of the previous model: bi-xenon headlights, 19-inch light-alloy wheels, automatic tailgate operation and the 8-speed Steptronic sport transmission with steering wheel shift paddles are all included, as are leather trim, two-zone climate control and auto-dimming rear-view mirror.
Lending functionality an extra boost are the 40:20:40 split/folding rear seat backrests, which allow load compartment capacity to expand from 580 litres to as much as 1,525 litres (75 more than the predecessor model).
The line-up of engines available in the Middle East includes the latest-generation V8 developing 450hp for the BMW X6 xDrive50i with the BMW X6 xDrive35i 306hp set to join the range in the first quarter of next year.
Ensuring that the increased performance of the new car is accompanied by an up to 22 per cent reduction in average fuel consumption are BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, the standard-fitted eight-speed Steptronic sport transmission, extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology, weight-saving optimisations and enhanced aerodynamics.
The standard – and permanently active – intelligent all-wheel-drive system BMW xDrive optimises traction, directional stability and cornering dynamics, as the situation requires. For improved dynamics, xDrive can optionally link up with adaptive suspension packages, including Dynamic Performance Control.
For increased performance, Dynamic Performance Control is offered together with Dynamic Drive active roll stabilisation as part of the Dynamic adaptive suspension package to deliver a targetted improvement in the car’s sporty handling attributes.
Further enhanced ride comfort can be achieved thanks to air suspension at the rear axle and Dynamic Damper Control, which are included in both the Comfort adaptive suspension package and Adaptive M suspension (part of the M Sport package), which also offers bespoke, sports-oriented suspension tuning. The Professional adaptive suspension package, meanwhile, combines the features of Comfort and Dynamic.
Adaptive LED headlights, comfort access (including hands-free tailgate opening and closing) and other high-class options underline the innovative character of the new BMW X6. Driving pleasure and long-distance comfort, meanwhile, can be further enhanced by features including the Navigation System Professional with Touch Controller, Bang & Olufsen high-end surround-sound system and new Rear Entertainment System Professional.
A wide variety of features are available through BMW ConnectedDrive. This includes items such as the BMW Head-Up Display, Driving Assistant Plus with Traffic Jam Assistant, the BMW Parking Assistant, Surround View and BMW Night Vision with Dynamic Light Spot and Speed Limit Info.
For more information, contact 17750750 or email: bmwmarketing@euromotors.com.bh
Infiniti has launched the latest enhanced version of its flagship full-size SUV, the new 2015 QX80, across the region.
For the coming model year, it offers a fresh new exterior design, a more crafted interior, additional standard features and technology and will come in two Grade levels – QX80 Excellence Grade and QX80 Luxury Grade, both with the option of seven or eight seats. Prices will be announced shortly.
Juergen Schmitz, managing director, Infiniti Middle East, said: “We have introduced significant changes to the QX80, that give it a more muscular and poised stance from the outside, while a host of new features inside deliver supreme comfort for up to eight passengers alongside the latest safety technologies, which include Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW) and Forward Emergency Braking.”
The extensive exterior design refinements focus on the QX80’s front end appearance, with new upper grille shape and added lower grille. The revised front fascia also features new LED high/low beam headlights, LED turn signals, LED fog lights and a new bumper with flush-mounted sonar sensors.
At the rear, a larger, standard bumper protector helps reduce potential damage when loading or unloading recreational gear or bulky cargo. There are also three new exterior colours among the seven choices: Hermosa Blue, Graphite Shadow and Majestic White.
A new wheel design is also introduced –14-spoke 22-inch forged aluminum-alloy wheels.
Nissan Middle East has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest twin vehicle drifting. Two Nissan Z cars drifted around a track in Dubai at the same time without stopping for 28.52km. The record was set in the second attempt during the launch of the ‘Nissan 370Z Drift Experience’ which offers anyone the opportunity to learn and perfect the art of drifting.
Speaking at the event, Samir Cherfan, managing director, Nissan Middle East, said: “With the accomplishment of setting a new Guinness World Record, we have proven again the strength of our vehicles by adding another Guinness record to our list. The Nissan Z is a very popular car in the drifting scene and this new record is yet another proof on the ability of this car to make drifting look so easy.”
Nissan 370Z Drift Experience is a partnership between Nissan Middle East and the Prodrift Academy, which is carried out using Nissan 370Zs alongside the Prodrift Academy’s professional drift instructors in a safe and controlled environment.
“Nissan has a strong focus on motorsports in the Middle East. Since safety is our priority at Nissan, we have partnered with the Prodrift Academy to provide a legal and safe platform for drifting fanatics in the region,” Mr Cherfan added.
Mohammad Al Falasi, managing director of the Prodrift Academy, said: “Drifting has been a very popular sport among young people in the region and we are extremely proud to be able to develop this sport further among the fans in a safe and authorised environment, thanks to Nissan Middle East. Our professional instructors are dedicated to transforming young talents into world class performers with the help of the iconic Nissan Z due to its controlling power.”
