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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    Knob in the instrument cluster
    Press the knob. ▷ When the ignition is switched on, the trip odometer is reset. Press the knob for approx. 5 seconds: View service requirement display ▷ When the ignition is switched ...

    Switching on/off and interrupting cruise control
    Switching on Press the button on the steering wheel. The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light up and the mark in the speedometer is set to the current speed. Cruise control can ...

    Folding down head restraints
    Extending/retracting head restraint Only fold down head restraint if no passengers are in the rear. Fold out retracted headrests again if passengers are being carried in the rear; otherwise, ...