2016 BMW X6 vs. 2016 BMW X5
When we compare the 2016 BMW X6's and the 2016 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the 2016 BMW X6 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2016 BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2016 BMW X6 and 2016 BMW X5 have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 BMW X6's and the 2016 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the 2016 BMW X5 is a better car than the 2016 BMW X6.
2016 BMW X6 vs. 2016 BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2016 BMW X6 ranges from $22,758 to $37,615 while a used 2016 BMW X5 is priced between $16,685 to $30,993.
2016 BMW X6 vs. 2016 BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 BMW X6 loses 50 percent of its value and the 2016 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2016 BMW X6 retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 BMW X5.
2016 BMW X6 vs. 2016 BMW X5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X6 is 7.6 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW X6 being ranked 12 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the BMW X5 being ranked 9 out of 21. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X6 is ranked 19 and the BMW X5 is ranked 15. The BMW X6 is also ranked 24 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X5 is ranked 20 out of 68.
2016 BMW X6 vs. 2016 BMW X5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X6 is 7.6 out of 10. For the BMW X5 the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2016 BMW X6 and the 2016 BMW X5 makes 300 horsepower. Both the X6 and the X5 are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2016 BMW X5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2016 BMW X6 and 2016 BMW X5 are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2016 BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22758 - 37615
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.500477
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16685 - 30993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537963
BMW X6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.784918 / 10
Reliability:
8.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X6 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 61Ranking
35 out of / 61Ranking
41 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 68Ranking
43 out of / 54Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 61Ranking
49 out of / 59BMW X5 Rankings
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2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
8 out of / 61Ranking
8 out of / 61Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 21Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 54Ranking
46 out of / 59Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2016 BMW X6 Trim Levels
sDrive35i, xDrive35i, xDrive50i
2016 BMW X5 Trim Levels
sDrive35i, xDrive35d, xDrive35i, xDrive50i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
26.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
76.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4630 lbs
Width:
86.4 inches
Height:
66.5 inches
Length:
192 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4680 lbs
Width:
86 inches
Height:
69.4 inches
Length:
193.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19