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Used 2020 BMW X6 SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2020 BMW X6 is offered in three basic trims: the rear-wheel-drive sDrive40i, the all-wheel-drive xDrive40i and the sporty, V8-powered M50i. There's also the high-performance X6 M, which is reviewed separately on Edmunds. Standard and optional features are similar for all three trims, so the main difference is what's resting under the hood.

The X6 sDrive40i and the X6 xDrive40i are both powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six (335 hp, 330 lb-ft) and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The sDrive40i sends power to the rear wheels, while the xDrive40i pushes power to all four with a slight penalty to fuel economy.

Standard feature highlights include LED headlights, 12.3-inch displays for both the infotainment system and instrument cluster, USB and USB-C ports, keyless entry with push-button start, automatic climate control, and a full suite of advanced driver safety aids (BMW's Active Driving Assistant). Apple CarPlay is standard, and Android Auto is coming in mid-2020.

The X6 M50i transplants a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 (523 hp, 553 lb-ft) in place of the inline-six, and it adds an M Sport differential, brakes, suspension and exhaust system as well as some X5 M-inspired visual cues. Standard features mirror those of the sDrive40i and the xDrive40i, though the M50i gets an upgraded Harman Kardon sound system, four-zone climate control, a wireless charging pad and sport front seats.

To bump up the X6's feature content even further, take a look at the Premium and Executive packages. You can also get the M Sport package (for the 40i) or the Dynamic Handling package (the M50i) to boost the X6's handling potential.

Which X6 trim does Edmunds recommend?

We recommend going with either the two-wheel-drive sDrive40i or the all-wheel-drive xDrive40i. Sure, the X6 M50i offers greater performance and a killer soundtrack thanks to its stout V8, but the 40i offers plenty of grunt for day-to-day driving. The money you save compared to the V8-powered model is best spent on options such as the M Sport package, an upgraded interior and more driver assistance features.

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Portland, OR
Vehicle
X6 sDrive40i
X6 xDrive40i
X6 M50i
Vehicle
xDrive40i
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
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M50i
4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leather
leather
leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
335 hp @ 5,500 rpm
335 hp @ 5,500 rpm
523 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
330 lb-ft @ 1,550 rpm
330 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
553 lb-ft @ 5,500 rpm
Engine displacement
3.0 l
3.0 l
4.4 l
Engine configuration
inline 6
inline 6
v8
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
275/45R20
275/45R20
275/45R20
Wheel size
20 X 9.0-in
20 X 9.0-in
20 X 9.0-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
standard
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
21 / 26 / 23 MPG
20 / 26 / 22 MPG
16 / 22 / 18 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
21.9 gal.
21.9 gal.
21.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
460 / 569 miles
438 / 569 miles
350 / 482 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
41.4 ft.
41.4 ft.
41.4 ft.
Curb weight
4,687 lb.
4,784 lb.
5,115 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.1 in.
8.1 in.
8.5 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
87.1 in.
87.1 in.
87.1 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
78.9 in.
78.9 in.
78.9 in.
Height
66.8 in.
66.8 in.
66.8 in.
Length
194.8 in.
194.8 in.
194.8 in.
Wheelbase
117.1 in.
117.1 in.
117.1 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
27.4 cu. ft.
27.4 cu. ft.
27.4 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.3 in.
39.3 in.
39.3 in.
Front Leg Room
40.4 in.
40.4 in.
40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room
60.0 in.
60.0 in.
60.0 in.
Rear Head Room
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
57.7 in.
57.7 in.
57.7 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$74,241
$78,209
$84,032
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.99
$1.04
$1.12
Depreciation
$22,650
$24,858
$24,257
Financing
$6,835
$7,236
$8,171
Taxes & Fees
$359
$359
$359
Fuel
$14,849
$15,534
$18,973
Insurance
$6,031
$6,195
$6,992
Maintenance
$14,675
$14,672
$15,925
Repairs
$8,842
$9,355
$9,355
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black Vernasca, leather
Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, premium leather
Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather
Coffee Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Vernasca w/Brown Contrast Stitching, leather
Ivory White Vernasca, leather
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Coffee Vernasca, leather
Tacora Red Vernasca, leather
Ivory White/Night Blue Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Full Merino, premium leather
Coffee Full Merino, premium leather
Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather
Black Vernasca, leather
Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, premium leather
Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather
Coffee Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Vernasca w/Brown Contrast Stitching, leather
Ivory White Vernasca, leather
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Coffee Vernasca, leather
Tacora Red Vernasca, leather
Ivory White/Night Blue Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Full Merino, premium leather
Coffee Full Merino, premium leather
Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather
Black Vernasca, leather
Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, premium leather
Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather
Coffee Extended Merino, premium leather
Ivory White Vernasca, leather
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Coffee Vernasca, leather
Tacora Red Vernasca, leather
Ivory White/Night Blue Extended Merino, premium leather
Black Full Merino, premium leather
Coffee Full Merino, premium leather
Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather
Exterior
Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Ametrin Metallic
Riverside Blue Metallic
Arctic Grey Metallic
Manhattan Green Metallic
Alpine White
Dark Graphite Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Flamenco Red Metallic
Jet Black
Black Sapphire Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Ametrin Metallic
Riverside Blue Metallic
Arctic Grey Metallic
Manhattan Green Metallic
Alpine White
Dark Graphite Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Flamenco Red Metallic
Jet Black
Black Sapphire Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Ametrin Metallic
Riverside Blue Metallic
Arctic Grey Metallic
Manhattan Green Metallic
Alpine White
Carbon Black Metallic
Flamenco Red Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Mineral White Metallic