BMW X6 I (E71/E72) photos

2008 — 2014 · suv
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232–479
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5.3 s
best 0–100

About this generation

The iconic pioneer of the Sports Activity Coupe niche that introduced Dynamic Performance Control torque vectoring.

Unveiled in 2008, the E71 X6 revolutionized the luxury automotive landscape by inaugurating the Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) concept. By fusing the command seating position and rugged lower stance of the E70 X5 with a sweeping coupe roofline, the X6 forged an unmistakable, aggressive visual identity. The E72 ActiveHybrid variant was simultaneously developed as an early showcase of high-output dual-mode hybrid engineering combined with V8 firepower.

The E71 debuted BMW's innovative Dynamic Performance Control (DPC) system, an active rear differential capable of vectoring torque between individual rear wheels to drastically reduce understeer. Engine choices included twin-turbocharged inline-sixes and the twin-turbo 4.4-liter N63 V8. The release of the high-performance X6 M boasting 555 horsepower redefined physics for heavy performance SUVs, cementing its legendary status worldwide for years.

Specifications

10 in 2 body styles

SUV E71 9 specifications

4877 mm192.0 in
Length
1983 mm78.1 in
Width
1690 mm66.5 in
Height
2933 mm115.5 in
Wheelbase
570 l20.1 cu ft
Trunk
212 mm8.3 in
Ground clearance
Petrol
xDrive35i
302hp(225 kW)
3.0 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.7 s
2008–2010
Torque
400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed
240 km/h (149 mph)
Displacement
2979 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
N54B30
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2145 kg (4729 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.9 l/100 km (22 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
262 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
xDrive35i
302hp(225 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.7 s
2010–2014
Torque
400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed
240 km/h (149 mph)
Displacement
2979 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
N55B30
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2145 kg (4729 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.1 l/100 km (23 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
236 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
xDrive50i
402hp(300 kW)
4.4 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 5.4 s
2008–2010
Torque
600 Nm (443 lb-ft)
Top speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement
4395 cc
Cylinders
8
Engine
N63B44
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2265 kg (4993 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.5 l/100 km (19 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
299 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
xDrive50i
402hp(300 kW)
4.4 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 5.4 s
2010–2014
Torque
600 Nm (443 lb-ft)
Top speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement
4395 cc
Cylinders
8
Engine
N63B44
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2265 kg (4993 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.5 l/100 km (19 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
292 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
Diesel
xDrive30d
232hp(173 kW)
3.0 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 8.0 s
2008–2010
Torque
520 Nm (384 lb-ft)
Top speed
210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement
2993 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
M57D30TU2
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2150 kg (4740 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.2 l/100 km (29 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
217 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
xDrive30d
241hp(180 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 7.5 s
2010–2014
Torque
540 Nm (398 lb-ft)
Top speed
222 km/h (138 mph)
Displacement
2993 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
N57D30OL
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2150 kg (4740 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.4 l/100 km (32 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
195 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
xDrive35d
282hp(210 kW)
3.0 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.9 s
2008–2010
Torque
580 Nm (428 lb-ft)
Top speed
236 km/h (147 mph)
Displacement
2993 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
M57D30TOP
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2185 kg (4817 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.3 l/100 km (28 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
220 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
xDrive40d
302hp(225 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.5 s
2010–2014
Torque
600 Nm (443 lb-ft)
Top speed
236 km/h (147 mph)
Displacement
2993 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
N57D30TOP
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2185 kg (4817 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.5 l/100 km (31 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
198 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
M50d
375hp(280 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 5.3 s
2012–2014
Torque
740 Nm (546 lb-ft)
Top speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement
2993 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
N57S
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2225 kg (4905 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.7 l/100 km (31 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
204 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5

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ActiveHybrid (SUV) E72 1 specification

4877 mm192.0 in
Length
1983 mm78.1 in
Width
1697 mm66.8 in
Height
2933 mm115.5 in
Wheelbase
470 l16.6 cu ft
Trunk
212 mm8.3 in
Ground clearance
Hybrid
ActiveHybrid X6
479hp(357 kW)
4.4 l 2.4 kWh CVT AWD 0–100 5.6 s
Torque
600 Nm (443 lb-ft)
Top speed
236 km/h (147 mph)
Displacement
4395 cc
Cylinders
8
Engine
N63B44
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2525 kg (5567 lb)
Fuel tank
85 l (22.5 gal US)
Battery
2.4 kWh
Fuel consumption
9.9 l/100 km (24 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
231 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5

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