BMW X6

Name: 2026 BMW X6
Brand: BMW

EPA MPG: 24 mpg

Front 3/4, facing to the left view of 2026 BMW X6

Rear 3/4, facing to the right view of 2026 BMW X6

CR's Take

The BMW X6 may appeal to buyers who seek a sportier-driving, much more dynamic-looking vehicle than the related X5 midsized luxury SUV.

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Safety

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) w/Pedestrian

Standard

AEB Highway

Standard

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCTW)

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Safety

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) w/Pedestrian

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AEB Highway

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Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

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Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCTW)

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Safety

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) w/Pedestrian

Standard

AEB Highway

Standard

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCTW)

Standard

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EPA MPG 24 mpg

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Features & Specs

4-door SUV

2 front, 3 rear

AWD

3-liter 6 turbo (375 hp)
4.4-liter V8 turbo (523 hp)
4.4-liter V8 turbo (617 hp)

8-speed automatic

Basic 4 years/50,000 miles
Drivetrain 4 years/50,000 miles
Corrosion 12 years/unlimited miles
Hybrid 8 years/80,000 miles
Roadside Aid 4 years/unlimited miles
Maintenance 3 years/36,000 miles

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Model History

2020-Present

Current Generation

The 2020 X6 is a coupelike, sporty SUV that's based on the redesigned X5. The smooth 3.0-liter turbo six-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic make it quick, and our tested X5 got a good 23 mpg overall. The luxurious cabin is whisper-quiet, and the seats are all-day comfortable. Handling is very competent, but the X6's ride is stiffer than the X5's. The controls take time to learn but prove to be logical, and the infotainment system works seamlessly. Unlike its sibling, the X6's styling severely hampers rear visibility, rear-seat access, and cargo room. A rear-wheel-drive version is also available, as is a V8-powered M50i. A 2024 refresh brought updated styling, more power, and the latest iDrive infotainment system.

2015-2019

2015 Redesign Year

Styling was refreshed for 2015 and the V8 engine got more power. While the X5 traded some of its sporty feel for a cushier ride, the X6 continues to lean more toward handling than ride comfort. Inside, you'll find a plush and well-constructed interior, with padded surfaces and handsome wood and brushed-chrome trim. We would choose the standard six-cylinder engine to get the best blend of performance and fuel economy. The backup camera is the only option we consider a must-have.

2008-2014

2008 Redesign Year

Based on the X5 SUV, the X6 is a tall coupe with four seats and standard all-wheel drive. A turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine powers most versions and a 4.4-liter V8 is the up-level choice. The all-wheel-drive system can vary the torque from side to side to minimize understeer. In addition to being highly polarizing, the styling severely hurts rear visibility, cabin access, and cargo storage. Hybrid and high-performance M versions were added in 2010.