Monday, December 15, 2008

BMW X6 White Shark upgrade package by MCCHIP


BMW's X6 has seemed to many observers - fans and foes alike - to be something of a car without a home. Not quite a sedan, and not quite an SUV, the X6 blends genres in a way that defies description. Now that MCCHIP has had its way with it, however, the X6, at least in 'White Shark' guise, is much closer to being described as a large sport sedan.

Boosting the diesel's power to 340hp (254kW) and 487lb-ft (660Nm) of torque, the White Shark is 46hp (34kW) and 59lb-ft (80Nm) stronger than the standard BMW X6 xDrive35d. The re-flashing also raises the max speed from the factory-limited 148mph (238km/h) to a slightly more brisk 156mph (251km/h).

A significantly lower ride height (40mm up front and 30mm in the back) gives the vehicle a more car-like profile, while the factory 20in wheels have been painted black to offset the bright white exterior. A new grille,

The pricing for the modifications is modest despite the relatively large power gains. The ECU reflash costs just €849 ($1,160) in Germany, while the lowering kit, new black chrome grille and other small exterior tweaks are set at €1,266 ($1,730).

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