BMW X-Coupe

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BMW X-Coupe
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Overview
Manufacturer BMW
Production2001
Designer Chris Bangle
Body and chassis
Class Concept crossover coupe
Body style 2-door crossover coupe
Related BMW X5 (E53)
Powertrain
Engine 3.0l Turbo-diesel
Chronology
Predecessor BMW Nazca C2
Successor BMW Z4 Coupe
BMW Z4 M Coupe
Rear view BMW X-Coupe 2001 02.jpg
Rear view

The X-Coupe was a concept crossover coupe designed by Chris Bangle for BMW, debuting at the 2001 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Based upon the BMW X5 chassis, [1] the X-Coupe featured an aluminium body and a 3.0 litre turbo-diesel engine. Unlike the BMW X5, the X-Coupe had an aluminium body, a trunk opening downwards and two doors that swing outward.


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References

  1. "2001 BMW X Coupe - Images, Specifications and Information". Ultimatecarpage.com.