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2018 BMW X6 Trims Comparison

2018 X6 trim level differences

The 2018 BMW X6 is a fastback SUV in three main configurations. The X6 sDrive35i has a turbocharged six-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 300 pound-feet of torque) and rear-wheel drive. The xDrive35i has the same engine but with all-wheel drive. At the top of the range is the all-wheel-drive xDrive50i and its turbocharged V8 (445 hp, 480 lb-ft). Standard equipment is similar on each, and a variety of option packages are available to further deck out the X6.

Standard equipment (BMW calls this the xLine Design) includes 19-inch wheels, adaptive xenon headlights, automatic wipers, a sunroof, a power liftgate, front and rear parking sensors, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, power-adjustable and heated front seats, driver-seat memory settings and a 40/20/40-split folding rear seat.

The X6 also comes with BMW's iDrive infotainment interface, navigation, BMW ConnectedDrive services (including BMW Assist emergency communications) and integrated smartphone apps, and a nine-speaker sound system.

Stepping up to the xDrive50i gets you the V8 engine, keyless ignition and entry, four-zone automatic climate control, upgraded front seats, a 16-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound audio system, a surround-view camera system, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and forward collision warning with low-speed automatic braking.

Except for the V8 engine, all of these features are optionally available for the 35i models.

Both trims can be equipped with an Executive package that comes with soft-close doors, adaptive LED headlights with automatic high beams, and a head-up display. An available Dynamic Handling package includes adaptive suspension dampers with a rear air suspension and active roll stabilization. There's also an M Sport package that gives the X6 sportier-looking body work and special interior trim.

Finally, Apple CarPlay integration, a premium Bang & Olufsen sound system, a rear-seat entertainment system and a night-vision system are just some of the stand-alone options available.

Which 2018 X6 trim does Edmunds recommend?

We'd maximize the sporting aspect with a bit of financial restraint, and opt for the X6 sDrive35i M Sport Design, equipped with Executive Tier and M adaptive suspension. The 3.0-liter turbocharged engine drives just the rear wheels to minimize weight, while the performance tires and adaptive suspension maximize dynamics.

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Williston, ND
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X6 sDrive35i
X6 xDrive35i
X6 xDrive50i
Vehicle
sDrive35i
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
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xDrive35i
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
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xDrive50i
4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leather
leather
leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
United States
United States
United States
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
300 hp @ 5,800 rpm
300 hp @ 5,800 rpm
445 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
300 lb-ft @ 1,200 rpm
300 lb-ft @ 1,200 rpm
480 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
Engine displacement
3.0 l
3.0 l
4.4 l
Engine configuration
inline 6
inline 6
v8
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
255/50R19
255/50R19
255/50R19
Wheel size
19 X 9.0-in
19 X 9.0-in
19 X 9.0-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
standard
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
18 / 25 / 21 MPG
18 / 24 / 20 MPG
15 / 21 / 17 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
22.4 gal.
22.4 gal.
22.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
403 / 560 miles
403 / 538 miles
336 / 470 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
42.0 ft.
42.0 ft.
42.0 ft.
Curb weight
4,585 lb.
4,705 lb.
5,080 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.3 in.
8.3 in.
8.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
85.4 in.
85.4 in.
85.4 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
78.3 in.
78.3 in.
78.3 in.
Height
67.0 in.
67.0 in.
67.0 in.
Length
193.8 in.
193.8 in.
193.8 in.
Wheelbase
115.5 in.
115.5 in.
115.5 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
26.6 cu. ft.
26.6 cu. ft.
26.6 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
59.7 cu. ft.
59.7 cu. ft.
59.7 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.3 in.
39.3 in.
39.3 in.
Front Leg Room
40.3 in.
40.3 in.
40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room
60.5 in.
60.5 in.
60.5 in.
Rear Head Room
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.6 in.
35.6 in.
35.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
57.9 in.
57.9 in.
57.9 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Depreciation
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Ivory White and Black Dakota, leather
Cognac Dakota, leather
Cognac/Black Bi-Color Nappa, leather
Ivory White/Black Bi-Color Nappa, premium leather
Amaro Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Nutmeg Extended Merino, premium leather
Canberra Beige/Black Dakota, leather
Coral Red/Black Dakota, leather
Criollo Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Dakota, leather
Terra Dakota, leather
Smoke White Extended Merino, premium leather
Taupe Extended Merino, premium leather
Ivory White and Black Dakota, leather
Cognac Dakota, leather
Cognac/Black Bi-Color Nappa, leather
Ivory White/Black Bi-Color Nappa, premium leather
Amaro Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Nutmeg Extended Merino, premium leather
Canberra Beige/Black Dakota, leather
Coral Red/Black Dakota, leather
Criollo Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Dakota, leather
Terra Dakota, leather
Smoke White Extended Merino, premium leather
Taupe Extended Merino, premium leather
Ivory White and Black Dakota, leather
Cognac Dakota, leather
Cognac/Black Bi-Color Nappa, leather
Ivory White/Black Bi-Color Nappa, premium leather
Amaro Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Nutmeg Extended Merino, premium leather
Canberra Beige/Black Dakota, leather
Coral Red/Black Dakota, leather
Criollo Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Dakota, leather
Terra Dakota, leather
Smoke White Extended Merino, premium leather
Taupe Extended Merino, premium leather
Exterior
Jet Black
Space Gray Metallic
Flamenco Red Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Dark Graphite Metallic
Alpine White
Dark Olive Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Pearl Silver Metallic
Azurite Black Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Ruby Black Metallic
Atlas Cedar Metallic
Jet Black
Space Gray Metallic
Flamenco Red Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Dark Graphite Metallic
Alpine White
Dark Olive Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Pearl Silver Metallic
Azurite Black Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Ruby Black Metallic
Atlas Cedar Metallic
Jet Black
Space Gray Metallic
Flamenco Red Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Dark Graphite Metallic
Alpine White
Dark Olive Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Pearl Silver Metallic
Azurite Black Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Ruby Black Metallic
Atlas Cedar Metallic