Page 68 - V1_2020-Fall-Winter Magazine
P. 68

The newest addition to the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                lineup is the largest and most
                                                                                                                                                                                                                technologically-advanced
                                                                                                                                                                                                                yet. Designed to transport
                                                                                                                                                                                                                families, their gear, and even an
                                                                                                                                                                                                                extra trailer vast distances in
                                                                                                                                                                                                                immeasurable comfort, the X7
                                                                                                                                                                                                                serves as the crown jewel of the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Series. An enormous panoramic
                                                                                                                                                                                                                sunroof stretches over all three
                                                                                                                                                                                                                rows of seating, optional real-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                time traffic and parking updates,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                and a mobile WiFi hotspot
                                                                                                                                                                                                                provide info-and-entertainment
                                                                                                                                                                                                                in equal measure. While no M
                                                                                                                                       BMW X7, BMW X6                                                           iteration is currently available,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                the top-of-the-line ALPINA XB7
                                                                                                                                                                                                                adds specialized suspension and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                chassis tuning, a 612 horsepower
                                                                                                                                                                                                                engine, and unique interior and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                exterior flairs —all covered under
                                                                                                                                                                                                                a standard 4-year warranty.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                Taken as a whole, the X Series
                                                                                                     BMW X2                                                                                                     runs the gamut from accessible
                                                                                                                                                                                                                to lavish; The X1 sDrive28i starts
                                                                                                                                                                                                                at $35,400, while the range-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                topping ALPINA XB7 requires
                                                                                                                                                                                                                an entry price of $141,300.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Owners can select the pared-
                           While the X1 and X2 are only available with peppy, turbocharged gasoline engines,                                                                                                    down efficiency of two-wheel
                           those interested in hybridized power can take their pick between the X3 or X5—the                                                                                                    drive or the sure-footedness of
                           two longest tenured, and perhaps most versatile, models in the range. In addition to                         BMW X1, BMW X3 M, BMW X5                                                allwheel drive for most models.
                           offering hybrid drivetrain options, both the X3 and X5 are also available in absolutely                                                                                              However, all provide the peace
                           ferocious M versions boasting 500 and 600 horsepower, respectively. However, there                                                                                                   of mind and inherent enjoyment
                           lies an entire spectrum of ways in which to configure both the X3 and X5 in terms of                                                                                                 that has been synonymous with
                           power, luxury, and taste.                                                                                                                                                            BMW for decades.

                           Even more enticing for some are the even-numbered X4 and X6. Both still offer the                                                                                                    20 years of inarguable success
                           practicality, space, high seating position, and safety one comes to expect from an SAV,                                                                                              goes a long way to quelling any
                           while turning up the wick on style and performance. Both the X4 and X6 limit the                                                                                                     initial misgivings. BMW used this
                           available powertrains to the more powerful variants, equipped with either one or two                                                                                                 time to demonstrate yet again that
                           turbochargers, and between four, six, and eight cylinders. The M renditions carry more                                                                                               only one brand can truly offer the
                           than enough engineering wizardry to embarrass many a dedicated sports car either at                                                                                                  Ultimate Driving Machine.
                           the drag strip or any highway off-ramp.




                                                                                                                                       BMW X5, BMW X7, BMW X6

                                                                                                                                       Visit Braman BMW West Palm Beach or Braman BMW Jupiter today to find the perfect X model for you.




                                                                                                                                                                                                                               clubbraman.com 69
   63   64   65   66   67   68   69   70   71   72