For The least powerful engine in the X6 range still delivers an impressive turn of speed, but has the lowest emissions and best economy. It keeps the price down, too.

Against Not as quick as the larger diesel or the 50i petrol. Work the engine hard and it can sound a little gruff. The ride is firm, especially at low speeds.

BMW X6 4x4

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

This may be the least expensive X6, but buyers aren't missing out. It's still a quick, exciting and well equipped car, with the bonus of lower emissions and better economy.

What Car? readers say

4


Key facts

0–60mph
7.5 secs
Top speed
130 mph
Average mpg
38.2
Tank range
714 miles
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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.

Reader test team says:

BMW X6 4x4 xDrive30d 5dr

A toss up between the Mercedes ML and the BMW X6 was finally swayed by the recent addition of the third seat in the rear, my son is six foot three and…

Robin Mayor

4 out of 5 stars
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