2021 BMW X6 Review
2021 BMW X6 Review
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2021 BMW X6 Review
byRyan ZumMallen
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Ryan ZumMallen has worked in the automotive industry since 2012. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Ryan has also contributed to Road & Track, Autoweek, Trucks.com and more. In 2019, Ryan published his first book, Slow Car Fast, on the millennial generation and its unique take on modern car culture.
Pros
- Strong acceleration from both engines
- Comfortable and quiet ride
- High-quality interior
Cons
- Sloping roofline cuts down on cargo space
- Rear visibility is less than ideal
- Limited rear headroom
What's new
- Minor changes to feature availability and option packages
- Part of the third X6 generation introduced for 2020
Overview
How strong is the demand for luxury SUVs? So strong that it has branched off into a collection of fastback-style "coupe" SUVs to provide a stylish — yet less practical — alternative to standard versions. The BMW X6 is the originator of the trend, and more than a decade after it debuted, the X6 is still a standout choice among competition from Audi, Porsche and, of course, Mercedes.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 BMW X6 sDrive40i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$239/mo for X6 sDrive40i
X6 sDrive40i
vs
$254/mo
Avg. Large SUV
One can never accuse the X6 of getting lost in a crowd. It has one of the most rakish rooflines of all the coupe SUVs, and compared with the X5 on which it is based, the X6's styling cues seem to shout rather than whisper. Fortunately, BMW backs it up with two powerful engine options and a wide array of available performance upgrades. Inside, the X6 is more conservative and emphasizes high-end materials and numerous standard features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Should you get an X6? Logic says you should get an X5 instead; it's less expensive and more practical. But the whole point of the X6 is to appeal to your emotions, and on that front it's certainly a success.
Which X6 does Edmunds recommend?
Take your pick from the rear-wheel-drive sDrive40i or the all-wheel-drive xDrive40i. These trims come well equipped and are both comfortable and fun to drive on the road. They're also priced well below the V8-powered M50i and give you more budgetary room to tailor your X6 with options such as the Executive package and Driving Assistance Professional package.
2021 BMW X6 models
The BMW X6 is a four-door coupe-style SUV, meaning it has a sporty sloping roofline on a midsize crossover SUV body. It is available in three trims: sDrive40i, xDrive40i and M50i. All models are equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
sDrive40i
Standard features on the base rear-wheel-drive model include:
- Adaptive LED headlights
- LED foglights
- 20-inch wheels
- Turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine (335 horsepower, 330 lb-ft of torque)
- 12.3-inch center infotainment touchscreen
- Navigation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
- Power-adjustable steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support
- Heated front sport seats
- Automatic climate control
- Ambient lighting
- Panoramic sunroof
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Blind-spot monitoring (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
xDrive40i
This trim includes all the standard equipment above and adds all-wheel drive.
M50i
A performance version of the X6 that adds:
- Automatic high beams
- Upgraded brakes with blue calipers
- All-wheel drive
- Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine (523 hp, 553 lb-ft)
- Upgraded sport steering wheel
- Ventilated front seats
- Wireless charging pad
- Upgraded USB ports and Bluetooth connectivity
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- Four-zone automatic climate control
- Upgraded stereo system
- Adaptive sport suspension
- Sport differential
- Sport exhaust system
- Front and rear parking sensors
Significant option packages for the X6 include:
Driving Assistance Professional package
A collection of additional safety equipment with the following:
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the X6 and the car in front)
- Lane keeping assist (steers the X6 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
- Steering & Traffic Jam Assistant (combines low-speed adaptive cruise control with lane-centering assist)
Executive package
This loaded package elevates the sDrive40i and xDrive40i to new luxury heights:
- Head-up display
- Four-zone automatic climate control
- Surround-sound system
- Panoramic LED sunroof
Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
2.5 out of 5 stars2.5/5Average
#11 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the BMW X6 from 2008-2022.$769/yr
vs. $735/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
Frequency
The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).1.81x/yr
vs. 1.83x/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
Severity
The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).18.6%
vs. 16.5%
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
powered by RepairPal Based on RepairPal reliability data as of 8/23/2023. Ratings are provided by RepairPal and Edmunds is not responsible for their accuracy.
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5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
CarsAreFun, 05/29/2020
2020 BMW X6 M50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
You may want a-lot of power but you wont need it. And it burbles when you shift at the right moment. Has a-lot of space and the sleek look makes everything look 10 times better. You can gap people easily if you race and it keeps up with a M850 at first. Downside is its not the best for really long road trips for the driver.
5 out of 5 stars
A Sexy Road Beast! M50i
CAW33, 06/23/2022
2021 BMW X6 M50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
Total performance is nothing short of outstanding. The X6 M50i maintains a high standard of performance for anyone looking for luxury, power, and sex appeal. This X6 M50i continually maintains a high state of operational and material readiness.
5 out of 5 stars
Performance Beast
Ricardo, 06/07/2021
2021 BMW X6 M50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
Love the ride, firm but comfortable. Double personality, and never out of power. Fuel economy not as bad for an 8 cylinder: up to 24 mpg of highway drive. Love it !
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing head-turner design with a powerful engine
Your average guy, 09/03/2020
2020 BMW X6 sDrive40i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
I always thought the X6 design is unique, sporty and more aggressive (compared to the traditional boxy SUVs like the X5). I have another midsize SUV to do the task of carrying big boxes and occasional small furniture when helping out friends and relatives move. This X6, however, is for my daily commute and I must say it is absolutely FUN to drive. The 335 hp makes my drive from home to … work (and vice versa) exciting (often times I find myself wanting to drive longer than the usual route! LoL). Thanks to its design, it catches a lot of attention from people on the road and on the sidewalks (let's face it, there's not too many of these coupe-design SUVs/SAVs out there - that including similar designed cars from MB, Porsche, Audi and Jaguar). The trunk cargo space is decent for my family. Without folding the second row seats, we were able to fit 2 large luggage and 3 carry-on rollies for a long weekend getaway. 21/26 mpg is also a plus (my older 2016 GLE only gives me 18/23). I'm a happy camper!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 BMW X6, so we've included reviews for other years of the X6 since its last redesign.
2021 X6 Highlights
SUV
sDrive40i
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $65,050 |
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Engine Type | Mild hybrid |
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $239/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 27.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the X6 models:
- Active Blind-Spot Detection
- Warns drivers of vehicles or other objects in the X6's blind spot with illuminated lights and audible alerts.
- Frontal Collision Warning
- Warns the driver about an imminent collision and can automatically brake the vehicle to prevent a crash or reduce the speed of an impact.
- Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Automatically maintains a set distance between the X6 and the vehicle ahead. Can slow the X6 to a stop, restarting again when traffic moves.
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