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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Drive-off assistant
The drive-off assistant enables you to drive off smoothly on uphill gradients.
It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this.
1. Hold the car in place by depressing the brake.
2.&nbs ...
Switch off any functions that are not currently needed
Functions such as seat heating and the rear window
defroster require a lot of energy and consume
additional fuel, especially in city and stopand-
go traffic.
Therefore, switch off these functio ...
Warning of people in danger
If the system detects a person in the defined
area in front of the vehicle and if there is the danger
of a collision with this person, a warning
symbol appears in the Control Display and
Hea ...