DecodedCars2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 4.4L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 17 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 is a SUV - offered with a 4.4L 8-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (17 city / 19 highway), 2% worse than the 2010 SUV - average of 18.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ActiveHybrid X6 Hybrid | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 19 / 18 | -2% | $4,550 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2010 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | 15 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 16 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2010 BMW X5 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 19 |
| 2010 BMW X3 | 20 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 22 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other ActiveHybrid X6 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 ActiveHybrid X6 | 18 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →