BMW Announces U.S. Pricing for ActiveHybrid X6 & 550i GT
Questionable styling, high prices
By Michael Gauthier
November 19, 2009 7:00 PM
Filed Under: BMW, German, Pricing
BMW has announced US pricing information for the 550i Gran Turismo and the ActiveHybrid X6.
Packing a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, with 400 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque, the 550i GT will carry a base price of $64,725. Packages include active ventilated-seats ($2,950), a back-up camera ($750), the convenience package ($1,900), the cold weather package ($950), the driver assistance package ($1,350), the luxury rear seating package ($3,950), the premium sound package ($1,400), the Nappa leather package ($1,000) and the sport package ($4,200). Among the individual options are 20-inch wheels ($1,000), power rear side window shades ($500), active steering ($1,750), multi-contour seats ($1,300), satellite radio ($350), a rear seat entertainment system ($2,200), smartphone integration ($150), a four-zone automatic climate control system ($500), ceramic-finished control knobs ($650), iPod and USB connectivity ($400), a head-up display ($1,300), and a night vision system with pedestrian detection ($2,600).
On the other hand, the ActiveHybrid X6 costs a whopping $89,725 (the same price as the X6 M). To help make up for this massive price tag, BMW equipped the crossover with Nappa leather upholstery, 20-inch 'Aero' wheels, a rear view camera, a head-up display, a power tailgate, a premium sound system (with iPod and USB connectivity), comfort access (a passive entry system), a four-zone climate control system, privacy glass and ambiance lighting. Should that fail to impress you, BMW offers an active ventilated-seat package ($1,100), a cold weather package ($900), rear side window shades ($300), automatic high-beams ($250), satellite radio ($350), a rear seat entertainment system ($1,700), and smartphone integration ($150).
Both the ActiveHybrid X6 and 550i Gran Turismo will go on sale December 5th.
Press Release (Click to expand)
BMW ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR THE 2010 BMW 550i GRAN TURISMO
The 550i Gran Turismo arrives in showrooms with an MSRP of $64,725.
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, November 18, 2009… BMW today announced pricing for the first of its 5 Series Gran Turismo models to reach US shores. The 550i Gran Turismo will be available beginning December 5, 2009 with a base MSRP of $64,725, including $825 Destination & Handling.
The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo is a new interpretation of a classic concept offering, in this case, luxury seating for four or five in combination with remarkably flexible storage options. 550i Gran Turismo will combine the 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with BMW’s first-ever 8-speed automatic transmission. With maximum output of 400 horsepower and peak torque of 450 lb-ft., the 550i Gran Turismo will accelerate from 0 – 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds.
The 550i Gran Turismo provides a luxurious travelling experience for five. The available Luxury Rear Seating Package creates the ultimate first class environment for two rear passengers. The unique dual-access tailgate offers the choice of a tradition trunk opening or full tailgate access to the generous rear luggage area.
A full list of options and packages may be found below.
2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo Available Packages:
- Active Ventilated-seat Package $2,950
- Back-up Camera Package $750
- Convenience Package $1,900
- Cold Weather Package $950
- Driver Assistance Package $1,350
- Luxury Rear Seating Package $3,950
- Premium Sound Package $1,400
- Sport Package $4,200
- Nappa Leather Package $1,000
2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo optional equipment:
- 20-inch wheels with mixed-sized
- performance tires $1,000
- Power rear side window shades $500
- Integral Active Steering $1,750
- Multi-contour seats $1,300
- Satellite radio $350
- Rear seat entertainment system $2,200
- Smartphone integration $150
- 4-zone automatic climate control $500
- Ceramic finished controls $650
- Ski bag $150
- iPod and USB adapter $400
- Head-up display $1,300
- Night Vision with Pedestrian Detection $2,600
BMW ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR THE 2010 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID X6
At $89,725 the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 arrives just in time for the holidays.
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, November 18, 2009… The BMW ActiveHybrid X6 will arrive in US showrooms right on the heels of its North American debut at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. The one-of-a-kind Sports Active Coupe featuring two-model hybrid technology will be available beginning December 5, 2009 with a base MSRP of $89,725, including destination and handling.
In addition to BMW’s interpretation of two-mode hybrid technology, mated to the 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 the price includes a number of standard features which are optional on the X6 xDrive50i. These include a unique 7-speed automatic transmission, Extended Nappa leather (including the dashboard and center console), 20-inch Aero Wheels with mixed-sized performance tires, Rearview camera with Top View and Head-up display.
The full list of additional standard features is included below. In addition to the very extensive list of standard equipment, there are a handful of options to tailor the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 to individual tastes. These are also listed below.
BMW’s first-ever hybrid represents another important element of the company’s ongoing EfficientDynamics strategy.
2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 additional US standard over US X6 xDrive50i
- 7-speed automatic transmission
- Extended Nappa leather seats including dashboard and center console
- 20-inch Aero wheels with mixed-sized performance tires
- Rear view camera with Top View
- Head-up Display
- BMW Assist with Bluetooth phone connectivity
- Power tailgate
- Premium sound system
- 6-disc DVD Changer
- iPod and USB adapter
- Universal garage-door opener
- Comfort Access
- Soft-close doors
- 4-zone climate control
- Heated front seats
- Auto-dimmer rearview mirrors
- Digital compass mirror
- Anthracite headliner
- Ambiance lighting
- Privacy glass
- Running boards
- Storage package
2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 optional equipment:
- Active ventilating seat package $1,100
- Cold Weather Package $900
- Rear side window shades $300
- Sport seats N/C
- Automatic high-beams $250
- Satellite radio $350
- Rear seat entertainment system $1,700
- Smartphone integration $150
- Enhanced premium sound system $700
- 19-inch wheels with all-season tires N/C
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