BMW X6 4x4 4.4 V8 M 5dr

For The X6 M is the supreme sports 4x4, promising supercar-like performance and plenty of attitude. It’s an impressive piece of engineering, handling like a sports car despite its bulk and height.

Against It barely scrapes 20mpg, it’s in the top company car tax band and it looks even more aggressive and arrogant than the rest of the X6 range. You’ll need a footballer’s salary – and self-confidence – to buy it and run it.

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

As a large four-wheel-drive with only four seats, the X6 is neither particularly practical nor a lean, lithe sports car. As a status symbol, it’s a different matter, and the X6 M is the most blatantly boastful of the range.

Reader review rating

4.5

Key facts

0–60mph: 4.7 secs
Top speed: 155 mph
Average mpg: 20.3
Tank range: 380 miles

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Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Speed and strength throughout
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Sharp and nimble to drive
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Diesel engines are showing their age
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Big outlay but big returns
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Few do it better
Safety & Security
5 out of 5 stars
A world of wizardry
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Familiarity breeds compliments
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Good up front, not in the rear
Equipment
3 out of 5 stars
What you’d expect for the money

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

Any X6 demands certain compromises. There are just the four seats, and the boot is small, for example. If that doesn’t put you off, though, there’s a lot to enjoy.

For starters, there’s no such thing as a slow X6. Even the smallest diesel, the 30d, shifts with real vigour, although it can sound a little gruff when really pushed.

Stepping up to the 40d means more of the same, only more so, with only a slight penalty at the pumps. You’ll be stopping to fill up rather more often in either of the petrols. The 35i strikes the more sensible balance between performance, price and economy, but the 50i is savagely quick but expensive.

There’s only one trim level across all models, and it’s well equipped as standard. The worthwhile BMW Service Inclusive package covers servicing costs for five years/60,000 miles for a one-off payment. It’s transferable to future owners which helps keep resale values healthy.