BMW M6 vs. BMW X6
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW M6 and BMW X6 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW M6 and the BMW X6.
When comparing the BMW M6's and the BMW X6's specifications and ratings, the BMW M6 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The BMW X6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW M6's and the BMW X6's specifications and ratings, the BMW X6 is a better car than the BMW M6.
Pricing: A used 2019 BMW M6 ranges from $43,500 to $65,497 while a used 2019 BMW X6 is priced between $30,006 to $45,993.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M6 loses 56 percent of its value and the BMW X6 loses 53.5 percent of its value. This means the BMW X6 retains 2.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW M6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW M6’s base engine makes 552 horsepower, and the BMW X6 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The M6 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The X6 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 538 miles. This gives the BMW X6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M6. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The BMW X6, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW M6, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$119,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$60,362
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$25,070 - $121,400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$63,550
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$57,767
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$40,340 - $105,700
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$53,520
Price Range:
$43,500 - $65,497
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$36,628
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$20,448 - $72,699
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
27,691
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$37,592
Price Range:
$30,006 - $45,993
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$36,807
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$23,549 - $51,363
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
44
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
59,888
# Good or Great Deals:
17
BMW M6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M6
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
6.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3 - 9.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X6
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
5.7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
4.2 - 8.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 17.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.9 - 24.4
BMW M6 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 29BMW X6 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 68Ranking
26 out of / 68Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
41 out of / 68Ranking
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49 out of / 59Ranking
51 out of / 68Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M6 Trim Levels
Gran Coupe
BMW X6 Trim Levels
sDrive35i, 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
552 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
502 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.125 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 1200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 538 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
26.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4430 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
197.5 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4585 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
193.8 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/35ZR20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Citrin Black Metallic / Ruby Black Metallic
Blue
San Marino Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Brown
Frozen Bronze Metallic
Gray
Moonstone Metallic / Singapore Gray Metallic / Space Gray Metallic
Silver
Silverstone Metallic
White
Alpine White / Frozen Brilliant White Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Azurite Black Metallic / Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black / Ruby Black Metallic
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Atlas Cedar Metallic / Dark Graphite Metallic / Pearl Silver Metallic / Space Gray Metallic
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Green
Dark Olive Metallic
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Champagne
Black
Black
Brown
Amaro Brown / Aragon Brown / Canyon Brown
Gray
Platinum/Black / Silverstone
Orange
Sakhir Orange/Black
Red
Sakhir Orange/Black
White
Opal White / Opal White/Amaro Brown
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige/Black / Cognac / Cognac/Black / Terra
Black
Black
Brown
Amaro Brown / Criollo Brown / Nutmeg
Gray
Taupe
Orange
Not available
Red
Coral Red/Black
White
Ivory White/Black / Smoke White
