2023 BMW X6 M Review

Name: 2023 BMW X6 M
Brand: BMW

Price: $79,991

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

Good

7.7

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

If you're looking for subtle, you might want to keep on shopping. The 2023 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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Appraise My 2023 BMW X6 M

Pros

Massive power from its twin-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

The BMW X6 M returns unchanged for 2023
Part of the third X6 generation introduced for 2020

Overview

Written by automotive expert Mark Takahashi

1/25/2023

Back in 2008, BMW introduced the first X6, an SUV based on the X5 but with a distinctive sloping rear roofline for a sportier appearance. Two years later, BMW added the X6 M, which had the power and performance to match its styling. While we agreed the profile had an athletic shape, we weren't convinced its related drawbacks (a reduction in rear passenger and cargo space) would catch on.

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2023 BMW X6 M
Base 4dr SUV
$80,984
fair price
$2,181 above market
- 37,380 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5 Seats
- BMW of Silver Spring (29 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Silver Spring, MD
2023 BMW X6 M Base Marina Bay Blue Metallic CARFAX One-Owner.Competition Package, Competition Package (7MA), Executive Package, Extended Shadowline T...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 5YMCY0C04P9P71477
Stock: TP4024
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-01-2026
2022 BMW X6 M
Base 4dr SUV
$67,596
fair price
$532 below market
- 46,499 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
- 5 Seats
- Cars2us Of Fairfax (16 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Fairfax, VA
2022 BMW X6 M – SUV • ALL WHEEL DRIVE • AUTOMATIC • M TWINPOWER TURBO V8 32V 4.4L • GASOLINE • 13-18 est.VIN: 5YMCY0C09N9K65396 Mileage: 43909 miles...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 5YMCY0C09N9K65396
Stock: CU7570
Certified Pre-Owned: No

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Fast-forward 13 years and the trend has spread throughout the class. It turns out shoppers are indeed willing to sacrifice some convenience for aesthetics, and there's certainly a market for high-performance SUVs. With 600 horsepower under the hood and a sport-tuned suspension, the 2023 X6 M is as inspiring to drive as some sports cars, but that too comes with a sacrifice, namely ride comfort.

There's a lot to like about the 2023 BMW X6 M, but there are also some aspects that should give you pause. We cover them all in our Expert Rating below, which also helps frame it against the competition. These include the Porsche Cayenne Coupe, Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S and the Audi RS Q8.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Jonathan Elfalan

Good

7.7

out of 10

We drove the 2023 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 kids 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. But value is a little dubious given that the X5 M is more practical and yet less expensive.

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.

2023 BMW X6 M trim level differences

The 2023 BMW X6 M is a performance-tuned five-passenger SUV equipped with a turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine (600 horsepower, 553 lb-ft), an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Nearly everything comes standard, as explained below: Compare the 2023 BMW X6 M trim levels in-depth.

Which X6 M trim does Edmunds recommend?

Since the 2023 BMW X6 M is only offered in a single trim level, the only choice left for you is color and options. We suggest opting for the Executive and Driving Assistance Professional packages for the added convenience and safety features, while those more serious about performance should consider the Competition and M Driver's packages.

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$322/mo

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Reliability

The 2023 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 2023 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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2023 X6 M Features & Specs

MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee	$113,700
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	15 MPG
Cost to Drive	$421/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:

BMW Assist eCall: Automatic collision notification system with SOS emergency calling.
Fatigue and Focus Alert: Monitors a driver for signs of fatigue or distraction and recommends a break.
Emergency Stop Assistant: Detects an unresponsive driver and brings the X6 M to a safe stop.

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2023 BMW X6 M Review

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Overview

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Wildcard

2023 BMW X6 M trim level differences

Which X6 M trim does Edmunds recommend?

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Reliability

Recalls

Warranty

BMW X6 M Reviews

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