2022 BMW X6 review
BMW X6 highlights
Customer rating
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Pros
- Potent engines
- Comfortable ride quality
- Refined interior
Cons
- Reduced passenger and cargo space
- Poor rear visibility
Mileage (EPA estimate)
13 city, 18 highway, 15 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
The 2022 BMW X6 trades some practicality for performance
If you’ve been considering an SUV but still desire some driving inspiration, the 2022 BMW X6 could be the alternative you’ve been seeking. It’s based on the popular X5 but goes with a tapering rear roofline that gives the X6 a sportier fastback silhouette. This model is part of the third X6 generation that was introduced for the 2020 model year.
For 2022, the X6 lineup was trimmed back as the previous sDrive40i rear-wheel-drive six-cylinder model was discontinued, leaving only the all-wheel-drive versions. Elsewhere, wireless charging has also been dropped and a few features have been shuffled between option packages.
As with most “coupe-like” SUVs, the BMW X6 sacrifices some interior space for the sporty profile. Rivals include the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, Audi Q8, and Porsche Cayenne Coupe. The X6 leans more toward the Cayenne in terms of performance but doesn’t abandon its luxury roots.
All BMW X6 years
What is new for the 2022 BMW X6?
- The sDrive40i trim has been discontinued for 2022.
- X6 trims have been upgraded with Sunroof(s) as standard equipment this year.
- The xDrive40i trim now comes with Rear Air Conditioning as standard equipment.
- The M50i trim now comes with Adjustable Suspension as standard equipment.
2022 BMW X6 trims
xDrive40i:
- 335-hp, 330-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Overhead Airbags
- Side Airbags
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Sunroofs
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Power Seats
M50i:
- Includes all features available on the xDrive40i
- 523-hp, 553-lb-ft of torque 4.4L
- Adjustable Suspension
- Seat Massagers
- Remote Start
- A/C Seats
- Alloy Wheels
- Harman Kardon Sound
M:
- Includes all features available on the M50i
- 567-hp, 553-lb-ft of torque 4.4L
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Head Up Display
- View our BMW X6 M inventory
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What We Like
Potent engines: The BMW X6 can be had with a 335-horsepower turbocharged six-cylinder (xDrive40i) or a 523-hp V8 (M50i). Both are more powerful than the vast majority of drivers will ever need. The xDrive40i will accelerate to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds, while the M50i will beat it by almost a full second. For the rare driver who craves more, the high-performance X6 M (reviewed separately) will get you there in only 3.3 seconds.
Comfortable ride quality: Despite the BMW X6’s sporty exterior and sharp handling (for an SUV), it manages to maintain a high level of overall comfort. It has a firmer ride quality than the typical SUV, but it’s not so unyielding as to send shockwaves through the cabin with every pothole. It is a good choice for those who want a bit more excitement than the average SUV delivers.
Refined interior: Among competing “coupe-like” luxury SUVs, the BMW X6 is priced slightly higher, but it justifies that premium with an interior that is superior in many ways. The leather upholstery is both sturdy and supple while soft-touch materials adorn almost every surface that you’ll normally come in contact with. Underneath it all is a strong structure for a solid and reassuring feel.
What Needs Improvement
Passenger and cargo space: The tapering roofline is the BMW X6’s most distinctive styling trait, but it also negatively affects interior space, which is one of the main reasons for getting an SUV in the first place. Compared to the more traditional BMW X5 that it’s based on, the X6 sacrifices an inch or so of rear-passenger headroom and almost 2 inches in legroom. Cargo capacity also drops from 33.9 cubic feet in the X5 to 27.4 cubic feet in the X6.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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RepairPal gave the BMW X6 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks BMW X6 11th out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.
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xDrive40i 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Seat Massagers
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.0L
Horsepower
335
Torque (ft-lbs)
330
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
22.4
Wheelbase
117.1"
Overall length
194.8"
Width
78.9"
Height
66.3"
Front tires
P275/45HR20
Rear tires
P275/45HR20
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2022 BMW X6 FAQ
The 2022 BMW X6 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- xDrive40i : 21 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- M50i : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- M : 13 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
The BMW X6 received a rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the BMW X6 as 10 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUV
The 2022 BMW X6 has a maximum towing capacity of 1653 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2022 BMW X6:
- Sunroof(s)
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Head Up Display
- Rear Sunshade
- Adjustable Suspension
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