2009 LA: At $90,000, would you pick the 2010 ActiveHybrid X6 or X6 M? (w/ poll)

2009 LA: 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6

  • Key Competitors: Mercedes-Benz ML 450 Hybrid, Lexus RX Hybrid, Porsche Cayenne Hybrid (coming soon).
  • Power: 4.4L twin-turbocharged V8 – 400-hp / 450 lb-ft of torque. Mated to two electric-motors total output comes in at 480-hp / 575 lb-ft.
  • Transmission: 7-speed automatic.
  • Performance: 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds; top speed of 130 mph.
  • Availability: On sale now.
  • Pricing: $89,725.

The 2010 ActiveHybrid X6 is BMW”s first full-hybrid vehicle that can run exclusively on electric-power at speeds of up to 37 mph. Overall, fuel-economy is improved by roughly 20 percent. But when spending close to $90,000, we were wondering if you’d rather save the world with the $89,725 ActiveHybrid X6 or go from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds in the cheaper $88,900 X6 M. Decisions, decisions.

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