Elite BMW diesel models get M power

BMW has given ‘Diesel Power’ a new meaning by adding diesel powered models to their M-division range, namely the BMW M550d xDrive Sedan, BMW M550d xDrive Touring, BMW X5 M50d and BMW X6 M50d. All models get a newly developed 3-litre 6-cylinder in-line diesel engines with 3 turbochargers. Yes that is no typo-error, 3 turbo chargers. Maximum output is rated at 381bhp and 740Nm from as low as 2,000 rpm. All models get the 8-speed Sports automatic gearbox and the intelligent all-wheel-drive system BMW xDrive. Besides a personalized interior and uprated suspension you get a fuel economy of 6.3l/100km on the M550d xDrive Sedan which BTW does 0 to 100km/h in 4.7 seconds (the ‘ordinary’ M5 does it in 4.3) while emitting 165 grams of CO2 per km. The rest of the models are not too far behind.