2021 BMW X6 M Review

Name: 2021 BMW X6 M
Brand: BMW

Price: $66,998

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

If you're looking for subtle, you might want to keep on shopping. The 2021 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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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

Overview

Written by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

6/21/2021

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.

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2021 BMW X6 M
Base 4dr SUV
$66,998
fair price
$733 below market
- 33,290 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
- 5 Seats, 13 City / 18 Hwy MPG
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15 Combined MPG (13 City/18 Highway)
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2021 BMW X6 M
Base 4dr SUV
$64,999
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$3,453 below market
- 44,346 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
- 5 Seats
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
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Title Details: Clean Title
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Frame Damage: No
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VIN: 5YMCY0C08M9F01229
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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.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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7.7

out of 10

We drove the 2021 BMW X6 M on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

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.

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

8/10

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

6/10

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

7/10

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

8/10

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.

2021 BMW X6 M trim level differences

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

Which X6 M trim 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.

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Reliability

The 2021 BMW X6 M has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2021 BMW X6 M

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 12 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

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From point A to point B at the speed of light

BAS, Phoenix AZ, 05/09/2024

2020 BMW X6 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

This is more like a hatch-back SUV that can go very, very fast if you step on it. At typical highway driving it's very comfortable and you can select the "sport" mode for a firmer and more responsive experieince. I'm only 5'9" and getting into the car can be awakard. Best to learn one way and stick to it.

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Vinny P, 09/05/2022

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

I’ve never had more fun driving a car than driving my 2021 X6M Competition. It’s a head turning theme park roller coaster brought to life by BMW. The engine is as mean as it’s gets. With launch mode you’ll dust cars half the size. Highly recommend if you love life and want to smile every time you start the car.

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 BMW X6 M, so we've included reviews for other years of the X6 M since its last redesign.

2021 X6 M Highlights

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$108,600
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	15 MPG
Cost to Drive	$305/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	27.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the X6 M models:

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.

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2021 BMW X6 M trim level differences

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