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2019 BMW X6

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

BMW X6
Pictured: 2023 BMW X6 M (G06) IMG 8293. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
Xdrive 35i 4dr SUV, Xdrive 50i 4dr SUV, M 4dr SUV AWD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.4L 8-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
20 combined · 18 city / 24 hwy
Length
193.3 in
Curb weight
4,751–5,324 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Few owner complaints5 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 39 for similar models.

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 BMW X6 is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 193 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,751 lb (Xdrive 35i 4dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 6% better than the 2019 standard SUV average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.

What changed for 2019

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 X6 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 X6 →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Xdrive 35i 4dr SUV193.3 in78.3 in66.9 in115.4 in64.6 / 66.9 in4,751 lb49/51
Xdrive 50i 4dr SUV193.3 in78.3 in66.9 in115.4 in64.6 / 66.9 in5,170 lb52/48
M 4dr SUV AWD193.3 in78.3 in66.9 in115.4 in64.6 / 66.9 in5,324 lb52/48

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
X6 sDrive35i3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 20+6%$4,100433
X6 xDrive35i3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 20+8%$4,100437
X6 xDrive50i4.4L 8-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19+2%$4,350472
X6 M4.4L 8-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive14 / 19 / 16-14%$5,150549
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $8,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
18.9 MPG2019 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2019 BMW X6.

Similar 2019 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2019 BMW X6 (this car)20 MPGNot rated4
2019 Porsche Cayenne21 MPGNot rated8
2019 BMW X522 MPG★★★★★13
2019 BMW X326 MPG★★★★★10
2019 Lexus RX30 MPGNot rated4
2019 Audi Q721 MPG★★★★★4
2019 Tesla Model X325 miNot rated8

Recalls (4)

Child Seat · Nov 18, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V823000 · 32,760 vehicles

Problem
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
Risk
Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 27, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V684000 · 257,473 vehicles

Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Suspension › Rear · Sep 28, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V680000 · 108 vehicles

Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break.
Risk
If a rear upper control arm breaks, it can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs · Sep 12, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V614000 · 33 vehicles

Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.
Risk
The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 BMW X6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

5Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
2Injuries reported
99,912 miTypical mileage at failure
Air Bags1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Unknown Or Other1
Parking Brake1
Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
21/11: 122/08: 123/09: 125/02: 125/04: 121/1122/0823/0925/0225/04max 1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 BMW X6 buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  3. Engine And Engine Cooling — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Parking Brake — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 99,912 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 BMW X6. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other X6 years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 X623–Not rated01
2026 X623194.9 inNot rated23
2025 X624194.9 inNot rated41
2024 X624194.9 inNot rated59
2023 X623194.9 inNot rated11
2022 X623194.9 inNot rated15
2021 X623194.9 inNot rated77
2020 X623194.9 inNot rated119
2018 X621193.3 inNot rated44
2017 X621193.3 inNot rated23
2016 X621193.3 inNot rated19
2015 X622193.3 inNot rated19

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →