BMW X6 vs. BMW X5
In comparing the BMW X6's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the BMW X6 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The BMW X6 and BMW X5 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X6's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the BMW X5 is a better car than the BMW X6.
BMW X6 vs. BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2024 BMW X6 ranges from $76,923 to $108,888 while a used 2024 BMW X5 is priced between $65,912 to $96,463. For a new model, the BMW X6's price is between $79,033 and $110,189, with the BMW X5 priced between $70,091 and $103,721.
BMW X6 vs. BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X6 loses 50 percent of its value and the BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the BMW X6 retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5.
BMW X6 vs. 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.
BMW X6 vs. 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 BMW X6 and the BMW X5 makes 375 horsepower. The X6 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 591 miles. This gives the BMW X5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW X6. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW X6 and BMW X5 are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
79033 - 110189
Used Asking Price:
76923 - 108888
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.500477
Pricing
New Asking Price:
70091 - 103721
Used Asking Price:
65912 - 96463
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
Ranking
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
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW X6 Trim Levels
M60i, xDrive40i
BMW X5 Trim Levels
M60i, sDrive40i, xDrive40i
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:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 26 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 569 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):
23 / 27 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 591 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5002 lbs
Width:
87.1 inches
Height:
66.5 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4919 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
69.1 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20