2021 BMW X6 M

MSRP range: $108,600

BMW X6 M 4dr SUV Exterior. Competition Package Shown.

7.7/10 Expert Rating

#6 Midsize performance SUV

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Total MSRP	$110,595
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2021 BMW X6 M Review

byKurt Niebuhr^{Vehicle Test Editor
Kurt Niebuhr has worked in the automotive industry since 2005. A automotive photographer by trade, Kurt is now one of Edmunds' high-performance test drivers.}

Pros

Massive power from its turbocharged V8
Impressive handling performance
High-quality interior packed with features

Cons

Stiff and sometimes unyielding ride
Distinctive styling limits rear headroom and cargo capacity
Compromised rear visibility

What's new

Now available with Android Auto smartphone integration
Minor changes to feature availability and option packages
Part of the third X6 M generation introduced for 2020

Few vehicles are more niche-oriented than coupe-style ultra-high-performance SUVs. Starting with a midsize luxury SUV, manufacturers add tremendous performance and redesign the roofline for a sportier appearance. A prime example is the 2021 BMW X6 M. It's based on the X6, which is the coupe-style derivative of the X5 SUV. From there, the X6 M gains BMW's full M division performance makeover, including a 600-horsepower V8, a sport-tuned suspension, upgraded brakes, grippier tires and M-specific styling enhancements.

BMW fully redesigned the X6 M in 2020, so the 2021 model carries over pretty much unchanged other than newly standard Android Auto wireless smartphone integration. It faces off against a trio of similarly conceived vehicles: the Audi RS Q8, Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S and Porsche Cayenne Coupe Turbo. Which one should you get? Or would it be better to get the more practical BMW X5 M? Read our Expert Rating below for our take on the X6 M's performance, utility and more.

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7.7 /10

If you're looking for subtle, you might want to keep on shopping. The X6 M Competition makes a visual impression as much as its 617 horsepower will impress your body into the sport seats. As you might expect of anything with "Competition" in its name, luxury takes a back seat. The X6 M Competition's firm suspension and responsive steering work well on smooth, winding roads but deliver a less than luxurious experience on rougher roads. Additionally, its coupe-like styling offers less cargo space than the BMW X5.

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Performance

8.5/10

How does the X6 M drive? We tested the X6 M in its Competition guise. At the Edmunds test track, it ripped from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds, which places it among the quickest midsize luxury SUVs we've ever tested. The turbo V8 engine also makes gobs of easily accessible torque down low, so driving around town is smooth and effortless. The brakes are up to the task of hauling up this big SUV (stopping from 60 mph took just 107 feet in our test) and are also smooth and consistent.

The X6 M Competition can take a corner pretty well. But this is a heavy SUV and its suspension is quite stiff. As such, the X6 M gets unsettled on less than perfect roads. Steering is accurate and direct and provides some road feedback to the driver, but its heavy weighting can also make trolling for a parking lot space more of a chore. BMW also loves giving you lots of drive mode options. There are six settings for the transmission alone. We can see the appeal of the customization possibility, but having this much choice can get overwhelming.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the X6 M? The front sport seats offer plenty of adjustment and support along with available heat, massage and cooling. Both the heat and cooling functions could be more powerful, but otherwise it doesn't get much better. The rear seats are a little too upright and flat for adults to really get comfortable. The X6 M Competition's ride quality isn't harsh and actually handles big impacts well. But even in the softest comfort setting, it's never really settled.

Just like the related X5 M, the X6 M generates a lot of road noise when driving over broken pavement. Otherwise the rest of the cabin is pretty well insulated against ambient and wind noise.

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2021 BMW X6 M pricing

in Ashburn, VA

Base

4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A

$106,953

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Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? Most controls are within easy reach of the driver. The vast array of buttons and knobs can look overwhelming, but most everything is straightforward, though things such as the trip odometer seem needlessly hidden. BMW's iDrive infotainment system does allow for some customization of the controls to suit your taste.

It's trickier getting in and out of the X6 than the X5 because the sloping roof cuts into the open door space. The seats are also set somewhat inward and make the step inside larger than you expect. The excellent driving position is upright and comfortable, though the large roof pillars and small rear window create blind spots. Luckily the X6 M's surround-view camera eliminates a lot of guesswork while you're parking.

Technology

8.0/10

How’s the tech? There's a learning curve to BMW's iDrive infotainment system, but you should be comfortable with operating it after some use. You can also use BMW's voice controls to do things such as input navigation or make a call. Syncing a smartphone is easy, and Bluetooth reconnects quickly. The X6 M has wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which means you can sync up your phone's apps to the infotainment system without having to use a cord.

The X6 M does come with an extensive number of driver safety features, from surround-view cameras to adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. For the most part, these systems work well and even offer some limited hands-off driver assistance, but the lane-centering system could use some refinement.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? The X6 M's cargo area is smaller than its X5 M counterpart's. It's still a decent size, offering 27.4 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats. The load floor is low and wide, and the 40/20/40-split rear seats fold down when you need to load longer items. Interior storage is pretty standard for the class. The deep door pockets can hold large water bottles, but center console storage space is lacking.

Got small children to haul around? There are easy-access Isofix anchors for each rear outboard seat. The doors open wide enough to make installing a seat relatively easy, but there's less room to fit a bulky rear-facing car seat than in the related X5.

Fuel Economy

6.0/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the X6 M gets 15 mpg combined (13 city/18 highway). That's at the bottom of the class and behind many direct competitors such as the Maserati Levante Trofeo and Porsche Cayenne Turbo. We got 17.5 mpg on our highway-biased 115-mile test route, which indicates that the EPA estimates should be accurate (as long as you exercise a bit of right-foot restraint). Brace yourself for frequent fill-ups regardless.

Value

7.0/10

Is the X6 M a good value? The interior is appointed with high-quality materials, including leather covering the seats, armrest and dashboard. Even the plastics look better than what you'll find on more mainstream vehicles. The fit and finish is equally impressive, with tight panel gaps and no shakes or rattles to speak of. Pricing is similar to Mercedes' AMG GLE 63 Coupe, but we'd be tempted to pay less and get BMW's more practical X5 M.

BMW offers a four-year/50,000-mile limited and powertrain warranties, which are average for the class. You also get three years/36,000 miles of free maintenance.

Wildcard

8.0/10

This is close to as capable and fun as big, heavy midsize SUVs get. There is much joy to be had when tapping into all 617 horsepower. But we're not fully convinced that the X6 M's dubious gains in style justify the loss in utility.

Which X6 M does Edmunds recommend?

Because we think 600 horsepower is more than enough, we'd suggest sticking with the basic X6 M and forgoing the Competition model. The money you save could be spent on the Executive package for its ventilated and massaging front seats, adaptive headlights and soft-close doors.

BMW X6 M models

The 2021 BMW X6 M is a five-passenger SUV that's available in two trims: the X6 M and the X6 M Competition.

X6 M
The base X6 M comes well appointed with standard feature highlights that include:

600-hp 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine
Eight-speed automatic transmission
Sport-tuned all-wheel drive
21-inch wheels
LED exterior lighting
Adaptive sport suspension
Power tailgate
Panoramic sunroof
Four-zone climate control
Leather upholstery

Technology features include:

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless smartphone integration
Wireless charging pad
Navigation
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)
Wi-Fi hotspot and remote vehicle control/monitoring
16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the X6 M and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Advanced safety features that include:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending front collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)

X6 M Competition
The X6 M Competition includes all of the above, plus:

Increased power output to 617 hp
Sport exhaust system
Staggered 21-inch front/22-inch rear wheel setup
Unique exterior design elements

Notable bundled option packages include:

Driving Assistance Professional package

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the X6 M and the car in front)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Side collision avoidance (steers the X6 M away from an impending side impact)
Automatic lane-change feature (uses various sensors to safely change lanes when the turn signal is applied)

Executive package

Remote ignition
Soft-close doors (catch as they're being closed and gently pull shut)
Rear-passenger window shades
Heated and cooled cupholders
Ventilated front seats with massage functions
Heated rear seats
Upgraded headlights

Key stand-alone options include:

Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system
Rear-seat entertainment system
Aluminum interior trim

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Features & Specs

Trim

Total MSRP: $110,595

MPG & Fuel: 13 City / 18 Hwy / 15 Combined; Fuel Tank Capacity: 21.9 gal. capacity

Seating: 5 seats

Drivetrain: Type: all wheel drive; Transmission: 8-speed shiftable automatic

Engine: V8 cylinder; Horsepower: 600 hp @ 6000 rpm; Torque: 553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm

Basic Warranty: 4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Dimensions: Length: 195.0 in. / Height: 66.6 in.; Overall Width with Mirrors: 87.1 in.; Overall Width without Mirrors: 79.5 in.; Curb Weight: 5375 lbs.; Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 27.4 cu.ft.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite X6 M safety features:

Active Blind-Spot Detection: Warns you when there are vehicles or objects in the vehicle's blind spots.
Automatic Emergency Braking: Automatically applies the brakes to avoid or lessen an imminent front collision.
Lane Departure Warning: Alerts you if the vehicle begins to wander out of its lane.

BMW X6 M vs. the competition

2021 BMW X6 M

2021 Audi RS Q8

BMW X6 M vs. Audi RS Q8

Like the X6, the RS Q8 is a high-performance coupe-style SUV. And like the BMW, the Audi cranks performance up to 11 with a hugely powerful twin-turbo V8 and a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system. While the Audi's tech interface can be a bit polarizing, the RS Q8 is easier to see out of and provides a smoother ride than the X6 M.

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BMW X6 M vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S will give the X6 M, or most anything else for that matter, a run for its money. Both of these performance SUVs suffer from poor rear visibility and reduced cargo space compared to the more upright X5 M and the regular GLE. The BMW offers slightly more athleticism and better handling, but the Mercedes delivers a more luxurious and eye-catching interior.

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BMW X6 M vs. Porsche Cayenne Coupe

It was only a matter of time before Porsche joined its German contemporaries and offered a sporty-looking alternative to the traditional SUV. While the Cayenne Coupe is the most fun-to-drive of its contemporaries, it is far and away the most expensive, especially when you option it up with similar features and power levels.

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FAQ

Is the BMW X6 M a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2021 X6 M both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the X6 M has 27.4 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a BMW X6 M. Learn more

What's new in the 2021 BMW X6 M?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2021 BMW X6 M:

Now available with Android Auto smartphone integration
Minor changes to feature availability and option packages
Part of the third X6 M generation introduced for 2020

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Is the BMW X6 M reliable?

To determine whether the BMW X6 M is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the X6 M. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the X6 M's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2021 BMW X6 M a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2021 BMW X6 M is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2021 X6 M and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2021 X6 M is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2021 BMW X6 M?

The least-expensive 2021 BMW X6 M is the 2021 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $108,600.

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4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $108,600

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What are the different models of BMW X6 M?

If you're interested in the BMW X6 M, the next question is, which X6 M model is right for you? X6 M variants include 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of X6 M models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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2021 BMW X6 M Overview

The 2021 BMW X6 M is offered in the following submodels: X6 M SUV. Available styles include 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A). The 2021 BMW X6 M comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic. The 2021 BMW X6 M comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 4 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. powertrain warranty.

What do people think of the 2021 BMW X6 M?

Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2021 BMW X6 M and all its trim types. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2021 X6 M.

Pros

Massive power from its turbocharged V8
Impressive handling performance
High-quality interior packed with features

Cons

Stiff and sometimes unyielding ride
Distinctive styling limits rear headroom and cargo capacity
Compromised rear visibility

Edmunds Expert Reviews

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This review was written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors.

We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life.

What's a good price for a New 2021 BMW X6 M?

2021 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

The 2021 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $110,595. The average price paid for a new 2021 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) is trending $3,642 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.

Edmunds members save an average of $3,642 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $106,953.

The average savings for the 2021 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) is 3.3% below the MSRP.

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What is the MPG of a 2021 BMW X6 M?

2021 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A), 8-speed shiftable automatic, premium unleaded (required)
15 MPG compined MPG,
13 city MPG/18 highway MPG

EPA Est. MPG	15
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drive Train	all wheel drive
Displacement	4.4 L
Passenger Volume	N/A

Wheelbase	117.0 in.
Length	195.0 in.
Width	N/A
Height	66.6 in.
Curb Weight	5375 lbs.

Should I lease or buy a 2021 BMW X6 M?

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2021 BMW X6 M Review

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Which X6 M does Edmunds recommend?

BMW X6 M models

Features & Specs

Safety

Our experts’ favorite X6 M safety features:

BMW X6 M vs. the competition

BMW X6 M vs. Audi RS Q8

BMW X6 M vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

BMW X6 M vs. Porsche Cayenne Coupe

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What's new in the 2021 BMW X6 M?

Is the BMW X6 M reliable?

Is the 2021 BMW X6 M a good car?

How much should I pay for a 2021 BMW X6 M?

What are the different models of BMW X6 M?

2021 BMW X6 M Overview

What do people think of the 2021 BMW X6 M?

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What's a good price for a New 2021 BMW X6 M?

2021 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

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