BMW X5 M vs. BMW X6
When comparing the BMW X5 M to the BMW X6, the BMW X5 M has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The BMW X6 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW X5 M versus the BMW X6, the BMW X6 is a better car than the BMW X5 M.
BMW X5 M versus BMW X6 Pricing
For a new model, the BMW X5 M's price is between $114,295 and $129,394, with the BMW X6 priced between $73,698 and $102,049.
BMW X5 M versus BMW X6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 M is 7.3 out of 10 while the BMW X6's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 M being ranked 10 out of 11 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs for the Money and the BMW X6 being ranked 9 out of 11. Out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs, the BMW X5 M is ranked 21 and the BMW X6 is ranked 13. The BMW X5 M is also ranked 29 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X6 is ranked 23 out of 67.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X5 M’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the BMW X6 base engine makes 335 horsepower. The X5 M is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles. The X6 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 548 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW X5 M and BMW X6 are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The BMW X5 M has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the BMW X6.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$114,295 - $129,394
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$73,698 - $102,049
Used Asking Price:
$42,491 - $62,378
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
29 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
23 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base
Trim Levels
xDrive40i, M50i
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 394 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 25 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 548 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
27.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5455 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4855 lbs
Width:
87.1 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
194.8 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
295/35R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20