BMW reveals duo

BMWAustralia has ripped the covers off its latest X5 M and X6 M Competition duo, with the ‘first edition’ versions offering an unrivalled level of exclusivity.

Limited to just two examples of each, the First Edition X5 M and X6 M Competitions will arrive Down Under early next year, comprising four of just 500 units available globally.

Flaunting unique paint colours and finish, the first editions roll on unique black M light-alloy wheels and brandish carbon-fibre body panels.

Under the bonnet resides the same twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 petrol engine, still good for 460kw-750nm but this time adorned with an M Carbon engine compartment cover for an extra sense of occasion when opening the bonnet.

Zero to 100kmh takes the same 3.8 seconds as before with drive still sent to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission.

For reference, the regular X5 M and X6 M

Competitions come as standard with BMW Live Cockpit Professional, a 12.3-inch M Multifunction digital instrument cluster, 12.3-inch infotainment screen, Apple Carplay compatibility, wireless phone charging, Harman Kardon surround sound system, ambient interior lighting, automatic four-zone climate-control air-conditioning, BMW Gesture Control, BMW Individual instrument panel finished in ‘walknappa’ leather, Connecteddrive services, DAB+ digital radio, and heated seats with lumbar support.

BMW Laserlight, Parking Assistant Plus, Comfort Access with proximity function, soft-close doors, a panoramic sunroof, temperature-controlled cupholders and a tyre pressure monitoring system are also included while safety equipment consists of BMW’S Driving Assistant Professional suite of advanced driver-assist systems, Intelligent Personal Assistant and Reversing Assistant.

– Callum Hunter