2019 BMW X6
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

- 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
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xdrive 35i 4dr SUV | 193.3 in | 78.3 in | 66.9 in | 115.4 in | 64.6 / 66.9 in | 4,751 lb | 49/51 |
| Xdrive 50i 4dr SUV | 193.3 in | 78.3 in | 66.9 in | 115.4 in | 64.6 / 66.9 in | 5,170 lb | 52/48 |
| M 4dr SUV AWD | 193.3 in | 78.3 in | 66.9 in | 115.4 in | 64.6 / 66.9 in | 5,324 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X6 sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | +6% | $4,100 | 433 |
| X6 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | +8% | $4,100 | 437 |
| X6 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | +2% | $4,350 | 472 |
| X6 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -14% | $5,150 | 549 |
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
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 BMW X6 (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2019 Porsche Cayenne | 21 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2019 BMW X5 | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 13 |
| 2019 BMW X3 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2019 Lexus RX | 30 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2019 Audi Q7 | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X | 325 mi | Not rated | 8 |
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.
Not every 2019 BMW X6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2019 BMW X6 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine And Engine Cooling — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Parking Brake — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 99,912 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- 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 →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 X6 | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 X6 | 23 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 3 |
| 2025 X6 | 24 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 X6 | 24 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 9 |
| 2023 X6 | 23 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 X6 | 23 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2021 X6 | 23 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 7 | 7 |
| 2020 X6 | 23 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 11 | 9 |
| 2018 X6 | 21 | 193.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 4 |
| 2017 X6 | 21 | 193.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 3 |
| 2016 X6 | 21 | 193.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 9 |
| 2015 X6 | 22 | 193.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 9 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →