Later reports stated that BMW carmaker would unveil the long-expected 2019 BMW X7 during the Los Angeles Motor Show, towards the end of November. However, according to recent statements, the model might hit celebrity a bit earlier.

Thanks to Allthecars magazine, we also have the first sketches which reveal the upcoming BMW X7. At a first glimpse, it does kinda look like the new X5, however, it is much bigger and longer, with notable features of its own.

From a visual standpoint, besides the massive grille both models share, the X7 stands out from the crowd with slimmer headlights and not that prominent front bumper with chrome bar extending into the air intakes. The sides of the X7 also come with a chromed lower accent, rather the same seen on the 7-Series Sedan.

Still on the sides, the X7`s profile reveal massive rear doors which improves entry for the third seat row. There is also a flatter roofline and a third quarter window, all revealing the massive size of the model.

Moving to the back, the most standout elements of the new X7 would be the dual exhaust system and the new taillights. More than that, at a closer look, you can also see the traditional panoramic glass roof or the smaller sunroof placed above the third row.

The overall design language is not the only similarity with the X5, as both models share a couple of engines. One of them is a 3.0-liter inline-six turbocharger with 335 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque, while the other one refer to a higher and much potent 4.4-liter V8 bi-turbo, with 456 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque.

On the diesel side, in Europe, the all-new 2019 BMW X7 might be equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbocharged mill, with 261 horsepower and 620 Nm of torque. There is also a 3.0-liter six-cylinder pot with 394 horsepower and 760 Nm of torque. As expected, the German carmaker will also offer a plug-in hybrid, along with an M variant (possibly the long-rumored M850i), with around 522 horsepower and 750 Nm of torque. Stay tuned for more details in the upcoming period!

Source: CarScoops

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Offered as the stylish member of the newest BMW M Performance diesel lineup, the 2012 X6 M50d got its Geneva debut.

It’s not really one of my favorite choices of anything with a BMW badge on the front but the X6 M50d does make itself interesting.

If you’re like me, not a big fan of the looks, you can’t deny the impressive effect the figures of that new diesel engine has.

The very lovable 3.0 liter straight six tri-turbo version of the company’s N57 engine develops 381 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque.

This sort of performance is not only enough for the 2012 BMW X6 M50d to shift around its bulk, it can also deliver some impressive fuel economy and performance while at it.

First, the performance. 0 to 62 acceleration takes a mere 5.3 seconds and its so fast at the top end that it had to be electronically limited to 155 mph.

The company’s 8-speed automatic transmission has something to do with that and the xDrive all wheel drive system ha something to say in keeping all that torque in check.

As for fuel economy, I will admit, it’s not exactly going to give the Toyota Prius any worries but for a bus-like coupe like the 2012 BMW X6 M50d it’s quite amazing.

On the EU test cycle the Bavarian company claims it’s going to average at least 36.7 mpg Imperial or 30.6 mpg U.S.

Like I said, not a worry for the Toyota Prius but then again, the little hybrid doesn’t have nearly 400 horsepower available on tap.

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We’re not exactly strangers to the newest version of the BMW M6, the F13, but it’s still a joy to see pictures of it.

Particularly if you consider that this time the photos available are live ones, not the sort that are made in a studio and painstakingly edited before each release.

Apart from getting the fresh pics of the F13 BMW M6 the Bavarians mentioned some new info during the presentation.

In the rather unusual bits of the story, BMW only brought the coupe version of the F13 M6 to the Geneva Motor Show with no genuine explanation for why the convertible is missing out.

What makes it even weirder is how BMW tells us the F12 BMW M6 (the convertible) will be the first one to hit the market. An official debut is expected to take place in June and this version will be labeled as a 2012 model.

The F13 Coupe will be introduced later in the summer but it will be labeled as a 2013 model year. It seems like somebody’s had some fun with the German company’s calendar.

Other than that, things are as we know them. The F13 BMW M6 is powered by a 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 engine which develops 560 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque.

Call us easy to please, but we think that’s plenty for a car that will mostly be driven at speed without too many people weighing it down.

There was something we were hoping to see is the manual gearbox. As with the F10 BMW M5, it’s not available as standard but rumor has it it’s currently under consideration.

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