Manhart never fails to amaze us coming out with yet another huge concept, a fully-capable off-road X6 BMW X6 M, featuring 888 HP and 1200 Nm of torque.
The overwhelming majority of BMW X6 drivers never take their coupe-inspired SUV off-road unless it accidentally climbs a curb within the suburbs. However, the German tuner Manhart took on the challenge of turning an X6 into a go-anywhere machine, and therefore the result was the new MHX6 Dirt² conception. The firm has proclaimed plans to create 5 of those hardcore rigs.
The MHX6 Dirt² takes the present X6 M as its place to begin. Manhart then tunes the engine to a giant 888 HP (662 kilowatts) and 885 pound-feet (1,200 Newton-meters) of torque. The upgrades to create this possible include new pistons, connecting rods, and revised turbos. A reinforced gearbox and rear axle are there to handle the additional power. an improved cooling system keeps things running even in warm climates. Plus, the dual air intake snorkels rising out of the hood provide both a visible flourish and makes walking through trouble less of a problem.
While the boost in power is good, it does nothing to spice up the X6’s off-road ability. For better work off the streets, Manhart installs a suspension from kW that improves the ride height. The SUV rides onset of 21-inch wheels with knobby BF Goodridge tires, and better brakes keep the speed in check.
The MHX6 Dirt² also features body modifications to handle going off-road, too. Underneath, panels shield very important mechanical components. an exterior roll cage protects the roof throughout rollovers and functions as a mounting point for the full-sized spare. an enormous brush bar guards the front end, and a winch will haul the SUV out of the muck if it’s stuck.
Manhart isn’t concealing that it expects ultra-wealthy purchasers in the Middle East to be the prime customers for the MHX6 Dirt². The 5 units each carry a base value of 395,000 euros ($465,000 at current exchange rates), and therefore the company needs six to eight months after every order to build the hardcore off-roader.
