New BMW X6 M50d 2014 - pictures

The second-generation BMW X6 builds on the success of the original model.

The striking coupe-cum-SUV styling remains divisive.

The interior, based on the X5, is luxurious.

There are two petrol and two diesel engines, the biggest seller being the 3.0 litre xDrive30d.

But if you fancy some more performance the car is available with a 568bhp 4.4 litre V8 in the X6M.

Kit is predictably generous and the interior provides comfort for all occupants.

The tapering roofline impedes rear headroom but there is still space for adults in the back.

The X6 is a very heavy car but corners fantastically well.

BMW's reliability record is impeccable and the service packs are well worth going for.

Running the X6 was never going to be cheap, but the xDrive30d can return up to 47.1 mpg, which isn't bad.

The thirstiest model is the X6M and returns a claimed 25.4mpg.

All cars get electric front seats, sat-nav and LED interior lighting.

Standard to the BMW X6 is an eight-speed auto gearbox.

Boot space in the BMW X6 is a large 580 litres - and the seats split 40:20:40.