New for 2011

A new eight-speed automatic transmission is standard on the 2011 models and replaces a six-speed automatic. The xDrive35i has BMW's new single-turbo 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder (replacing a twin-turbo). Tapping technology normally found in hybrids, the 2011 X6 gets regenerative braking that charges the battery only when the car is braking, coasting or decelerating. BMW says this improves fuel economy up to 3 percent.

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    Exterior
    Visual updates for 2012 affect the 128i more than the 135i. The 128i carries revised circular fog lamps, replacing last year's horizontal lamps. Outboard of the fog lights, vertical slats improve ...

    Instrument cluster, electronic displays
    1 Symbols and messages, e.g., warnings 2 Range 3 Computer 4 Navigation display Service display 5 Selection list, e.g., radio 6 Transmission displays ...

    Maintenance
    The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery. Your service center will be glad to advise you on questions regarding the battery. ...