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You have to live with it to really know...

Str8line, 01/19/2016
2016 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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I'm a wagon guy. A utility guy. A lover of great handling, powerful cars. I spend my money on cars. To me the ultimate car for the money is a GTI, or maybe a truck if you want the ultimate in utility. But let's say you can afford to splurge on a luxury car... why would you get an X6? Well, first off I have a truck. And a sports car(911). And a wagon(BMW 530). But the wagon is getting older and it was time for a replacement. So naturally I got the X6M as the ultimate wagon. That was a little over a year ago and when it was time to get rid of my wife's third row SUV(Mercedes GL550) for something smaller she decided on... another X6! This time the six cylinder X35i. I was surprised. But this is a surprising vehicle. Don't believe what they say about its storage space, there is a ton, trust me. Like fill up two shopping carts at Costco and fold down the rear seats and watch the X6 swallow it all, space. Which brings me to the X5's cargo space. This is the same car as the X5, just without the tall rear, so in the x5 you really only gain the space above the cargo area where you would stack stuff, and then you can't see out the back window. If you have one vehicle that extra space in the x5 might be important, but if you have a truck or don't usually buy big items you won't miss it. As I said the X6 has a LOT of space in its own right. Also, don't believe what they say about the rear seat room. I'm 6ft. tall and there is three inches of room above my head, and a large amount of legroom. The back seat is actually much more comfortable than the X5's which feels a little like a bench. Now for the good stuff... The X6 is an incredibly fun vehicle to drive. I have a 911. I have an X6M. I know fun. The 35i is a potent engine with great throttle response and a sublime transmission. The suspension is firm, never harsh and entices you to drive this thing like a race car. The brakes are stout. The steering is not 911 or X6M great but it's pretty good and the really the only thing drive-wise they could improve in my opinion. The steering is too light but if you're not jumping out of a 911 or X6M or GTI or BRZ you might not realize that it's not perfect. Want to go off-road? I drove an X3 through the off-road course at the BMW plant in South Carolina and trust me you can do a lot with the x-series BMW's. I go to Moab. I drive Jeeps on their gnarly routes. The X6 won't do that but don't underestimate its abilities off-road, it is very impressive. And the interior, oh my the interior. Wow, wow, wow. Gorgeous. Quality. Comfort. Perfection. The exterior? Well I like it. I don't love it like the 911 exterior, or a Ferrari. But it is different and there is something about this car that makes you take notice. I think it's cool, if a bit quirky. As I said, you really have to live with this vehicle to realize how great it is. One pleasant surprise has been our MPG with the X6. We are averaging over 20MPG in mixed driving with lots of hills. Our old diesel Mercedes GL averaged 20 and we thought that was great. 20MPG for this sporty, gas vehicle is super impressive and I have heard of people getting over 30 MPG on the highway. So if you are looking for a versatile vehicle that drives fantastic and provides a lot of utility while being stylish and different check out the X6.

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2016 BMW X6 xDrive 35i Carbon Black Metallic

CD, 05/08/2017
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2016 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful

After owning and driving this car for almost one year here is my take on it. First let me say that I was sold on this car before the salesman pulled over to let me drive it purely based on how comfortable the upgraded seats were and how powerful it felt on the road. Quiet, powerful, and a very smooth acceleration. The 5.0 or M version is tempting, but really not necessary for me because this car gets out of its own way quickly. It seats five with ease, and unless you are over 6'5" the back seat is perfectly fine, and I have not had any problems filling up the rear with a ton of groceries. I own the M sport, loaded with options that are actually very easy to use and I usually do. The navigation screen is huge and clear. I like the sloping roof line and M sport molding much better than the X5 or any other similarly shaped SUV. Recently took a road trip (1800 miles) and it was extremely comfortable. I usually swap out my cars every 1-2 years, but I do believe I will hold on to this one for quite a while longer.

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Love my X6

Lyn381, 06/07/2018
2018 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

Bought a 2018 CPO. Traded 2015 X5. This car is fun if you don't need to haul people or things. Acceleration is great, I love leaving drivers at the light. Sport drive turns the odometer area red. This car can go. I get a lot of stares and compliments. Best vehicle I have ever owned!!

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This car over delivered

Peter Bordeaux, 08/24/2016
2016 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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We have owned (4) prior BMWs (1 325IS and (3) Z4s) the latest was a 2013 Z4. Loved the roadsters but needed something more practical yet sporty. The 2016 X6 was the ticket. We looked closely at the X4 but it was an odd size and would no meet our needs. The X6 has plenty of headroom, front and rear seats. It rides exceptionally well and is incredibly smooth. It is very agile for its size, trust me I know agile having (3) Z4s and this car is agile. It moves well, has excellent, smooth acceleration when you need it and is a pleasure to drive. We have the 35is motor and in my opinion is all you need. We have been to the mountains with a load for two people and had no trouble so I wouldn't recommend the 8 cylinder and the extra fuel consumption that goes with it. My wife was worried that she would miss her roadster and she has said now numerous times that she loves her X6, loves how it looks and drives. The only gripe we have I that it is a little tricky to get in and out of since it does not have a upper handle but not a big problem and you get used to it. Everything else about this car has been outstanding and far better than I thought it woud be. Also, we get constant comments on how nice of a car it is from neighbors, friends and strangers so that is fun. We own the white X that does not have the M body but has the aluminum running boards. Hope this is helpful for you if you are considering this vehicle.

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Amazing Vehicle!

Dboooo, 07/20/2018
2018 BMW X6 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

Now I know that the X6 is more or less hated in the car reviewing community, and I can see why. But after having one for a while, I can tell you that it has grown on me immensely. If you are deciding between this and the GLE Coupe, this is the much better option.

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X6 Owner for 7 years

Jimmy Wait, 06/19/2022
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6 of 7 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2015 X6 Xdrive i35 brand new and overall it has been a great car and very fun to drive. It has been reliable, sporty, and sure footed in a wide variety of driving conditions (dry, snow, rain, ice, etc). The Xdrive system works very well and inspires confidence. Also, my wife and I love the sporty look. Like all cars, this car needs regular maintenance, new parts, and repairs every so often. Nothing outrageous. I saw a post about rusted out brakes on a car with low miles but rust does not care how many miles you drive, it cares about time since the rust conditions began. Overall - reliable and not a money pit. The seats are a bit hard/uncomfortable but I think BMW has worked on that in later models (they sent a LOT of surveys to me for the first two years trying to improve the X6 - which I liked - BMW cares). The overall technology was great until December 31, 2021, when 3G was phased out. BMW no longer supports the remote functions of the 3G X6s (through 2016 model year) so several fun and helpful bells and whistles no longer work. Bummer. But the car is still a blast to drive, safe, beautiful, and reliable. The technology system is intuitive and easy to use. We are still very happy with it. No car is truly future proof but I would like to see BMW offer an option to replace the 3G equipment with 4/5G equipment. Highly recommend.

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My first X6!

Jim C., 10/29/2015
2016 BMW X6 sDrive35i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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Have owned 3 X5's, a 5 series and a 3 series over the years and have always wanted an X6. When I saw the new design I had to have one. Ordered the dark olive directly from South Carolina. Only took 3 weeks to get it after ordered. Love everything about it! Now, if you have kids and you need more space for traveling etc. then this isn't for you. I drive the car primarily and my wife and I have already taken trips. It's the perfect fun vehicle for a middle aged empty nester like me.

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I disagree with Edmunds

JH, 10/19/2020
2019 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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I like Edmunds expert reviews but respectfully disagree with those of the 2019 X6. I owned and leased most of BMW's models. The X6 is one of my top favorites. I find some expert reviews tio be subjective as reviewers review the X6 as a typical SUV while it is a performance SAV designed to be a sporty coupe. A good example is the criticism of the cargo space although the X6 has an ample cargo space. Reviewers can say the same about SUV's with 2 extra 6 and 7 seats.

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Great car, fun and unique

F Petro, 03/22/2021
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2016 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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I love my X6, it stands out in a sea of cars that all look alike. Has plenty of power with the V6 option but a gas hog nonetheless. My wife has a 540i and always makes up reasons to take my X6. It’s bold and strong. Sporty yet Comfortable. Bluetooth is frustrating, Aux doesn’t always work, and Apple Car Play only works when it wants; dealership has yet to figure out how to fix. Other than that, I love it! I taught my 16 year old how to drive on it, and now when she borrows it, and i watch the car drive away, i have to admit, it’s a good looking car.

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SAV that thinks it’s a sports coupe.

J McEwen, 01/11/2021
2018 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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BMW took the DNA of its 3/4 series coupe and imbedded it into the X6. The vehicle drives like it’s a coupe, handles corners and curves like it was born on the track, the weight balance gives a solid and trustworthy interaction with the machine and the driver. If you want the room of a four door car with the height of an SUV but the performance of a BMW coupe you have it all in the X6.

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This "Ain't" Your Daddy's SUV!

B Hill, 10/01/2016
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2016 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful

If you want an SUV by one, if you want a sports car buy one. If you are stuck somewhere in between and want the best of both worlds, the X6 M sport is the SAV for you! The genesis of the crossover revolution, all others are imitations.

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2016 BMW X6 Xdrive 35i

Nick, 06/05/2018
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Still love this car. The only problem that I have consistently had is the back doors. They don't open fully so it is difficult for my large English Mastiff to hop in the back. This is a big headache. Everything else is awesome.

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My dream SUV

Sharon Holman, 08/26/2018
2017 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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When I first saw an X6 on the road a few years ago, I loved the style and vowed to buy one someday. I finally bought one 8 months ago and I love it. Comfortable, great handling and pick up, space for everything. I feel special driving it.

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BMW X-5 2018 XDrive 50- a wolf inside a sheep!

DR FREDRICKSON, 12/29/2017
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2018 BMW X6 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 9 people found this review helpful

My first X-5 was a 2007 6 cylinder loaded version that I enjoyed driving for 5 years. Then I bought an M-3 and had fun with that vehicle for barely 2 years before selling it and choosing a different SUV that I drove for 4 years and then sold. Then in 11/17, I looked for another X-5 and the dealer brought out a white pearl 2018 X-5 that was loaded and when I drove it...it was slipping on those comfortable shoes/slippers...it felt better than I remembered as to ride, quietness in the cabin, controls layout, etc. Personally I have never had a problem w/BMW's control dial. Now you just speak and it does what you ask! The X-5 w/xdrive and the 465bhp twin turbo V-8 provide all the oomph you want from a dead stop.The vehicle is glued to the road. Cornering is nearly like being in a high end sports car- as you can feel the the suspension (select Sport instead of Normal/Soft) taking the cornering in stride and adjusting accordingly. With the Xdrive you do not 'burn rubber'- you take off! Dodge Ram trucks w/the hemi v-8, Ford Raptor's are in your rearview mirror quickly . Most other SUV's with the exceptions being the BMW M class and MB AMG class. The 2018 X-5 is not a racing or track SUV but it certainly sends you off and down the road quicker than you anticipated! The rear tires are a sight to behold! Large, fat, slick type tires that provide a little extra grip at acceleration though with all wheel drive-all the various wheels are engaged as needed. The front of the X-5 is 76" wide, the rear of the X-5 w/the twin turbo V-8 is 86" wide! Those huge fat tires on the back end would provide one heck of a launch if you chose to do that as it does have launch control in the Sport ++ setting. I will not even think of trying that until I have 1,000 fairly pampered miles on it-the owner's manual says '200 miles and after you can do launch control' but that is not for me. Very impressive and greatly improved from my 2007. All the various adjustments that come w/the M option include the 20 way adjustable seats so you can have the bolsters on the sides hug you and you feel firmly planted in your seat. And the looks of that metallic pearl white, the rumble of the factory exhaust, those beautiful rear tires-causes fellow drivers to really eyeball your vehicle. Sweet ride, excellent performance, outstanding sound system that I can hook my iPod up to; BMW made a superb SUV in the 2018 X-5 w/Xdrive to the point where you want to go the long way or find a reason to head to anywhere as on the highway it is so quiet...no wind noise at 100mph and it just wants to cruise at 80+ mph! No third row seat (yea!!) unless you order it. Have fun driving responsibly and enjoy the panoramic roof! ******As of 1/3/20 the X-5 is still in my garage and my opinion has not diminished of the vehicle in any way. If anything, it has improved from the last review. The BMW X-5 is not just a daily 'fun' driver (when you want to 'drive'), it has also hauled quite a few loads of classic pick-up truck goods that we were able to fit in the back-with the seats folded down and a few items poking through to the console- and make it safely from the hardware store back home. The countless runs to various grocery stores where it seemed there were endless plastic bags; the big box stores where the entire back is chuck full of purchases...the X-5 has exceeded expectations on all consumer fronts. Utility, performance, comfort, fit and finish, sound system, nav & a plethora of info provided from mpg to tire pressure to engine and vehicle status, details on the song choices, satellite radio, iPod music listening, and many more all at the drivers touch. The 20 way adjustable driver's seat has made some long drives a pleasure. Areas of continued appreciation are the gorgeous panoramic roof, the sound system, the remote control hatch and easy open tail gate make big loads much less daunting, the smoothness of that large V-8 upon ignition, the quiet, seamless, 8-speed automatic transmission that is never felt...have all made owning this X-5 a genuine pleasure. Perhaps another update a few years hence!

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Looooove this ride

Verona , 12/27/2023
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The suv drives smoothly rides like a big car… reliably smooth… expensive maintaining it… this is my dream car….

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Great car

DP custom, 03/21/2020
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I am 79 years old and have purchased many different cars from just about every manufacturer..this one is the best of all. It is rear wheel drive only and great for Florida...fantastic automobile

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Best car ever!

Fabian1912, 09/06/2020
2015 BMW X6 sDrive35i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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This BMW has everything a BMW lover likes. You automatically fall in love with it as soon as you step into the cabins.

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Fancy nice ride

Danny, Westminster Californ, 02/06/2024
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This car is perfect. Smooth and eye catcher, and also fast... It purrrss sound like silk running down my head. I love everything on this car. I'm Asian, so I for perfectly inside with a lot of leg room. The down side to this car is the height. I look at it and it seems a little high for me. I'll m an averaged Asian person and this car look taller then me. This type of car don't need to be 4×4 drive. It is perfect as a regular joe...

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Great Ride

LaTasha, 09/25/2021
2018 BMW X6 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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Great vehicle. Rides great and very nice looking. This vehicle is Beyond expectations.

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2016 x6

Shane Brown, 01/31/2017
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Brakes make a lot of noise in cold, moist conditions. Very loud!

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Great Car

H.K., 09/07/2023
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Great car !

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BMW Owner since 2000.

FRANCIS YOGI, 03/26/2017
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Outstanding BMW performance; Exceptional styling;

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BMW SeX6y

Ramses Kelly , 06/26/2020
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Get handle. Very fast. Very stylish.

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Great car

Mura, 12/12/2023
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Love this car. Great gas mileage, roomy sporty. Love the look. Drives wonderfully.

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inferior brake

Wei Gong, 11/24/2020
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I bought a brand new BMW X6 in 2015. On October 16, 2020, the service shop informed me the brakes are rusty and need to be replaced. I was surprised as the car is only five years old. I drive it frequently at local community in the neighborhood. The mileage is 25,090. The brakes of an economical car usually lasts many years and miles. Isn't BMW supposed to have superior quality?

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