2025 BMW X6 | 5UX33EX01S9Z04573

Body Styles

The BMW X6 is offered exclusively as a 5-door midsize luxury SUV coupe, defined by its fastback roofline and wide, hunkered-down stance. While based on the more practical BMW X5, the X6 emphasizes bold, dynamic proportions, making it one of the most aggressive-looking utility vehicles in its class. Signature design elements include the sloping C-pillar, slim rear lights, and available illuminated kidney grille.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

The "X" in BMW X6 denotes BMW’s crossover/SUV lineup, while the number "6" places it in a sportier, more design-oriented category above the X5. The X6 was originally launched in 2008 as a bold experiment blending SUV capability with coupe-like styling. This generation, particularly the M60i and X6 M, showcases BMW’s push toward performance luxury in the SUV segment, backed by full M-division engineering and hybridized drivetrains.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

BMW X6 offers a vast selection of exterior colors, including Alpine White, Carbon Black, Brooklyn Grey, Skyscraper Grey, Tanzanite Blue II, and Dravit Grey. The X6 M adds exclusive shades like Marina Bay Blue, Frozen Pure Grey, and Toronto Red, while Individual customers can request bespoke colors like Urban Green or Frozen Portimao Blue.

Interior themes include Vernasca leather, Merino leather, and BMW Individual Full Leather, available in tones like Black, Cognac, Ivory White, and Tartufo. The X6 M features M Carbon fiber trims, contrast stitching, and optional Alcantara headliners for extra sport appeal.

Wheels range from 20-inch Y-spoke alloys to 22-inch M double-spoke forged rims. Finishes include Orbit Grey, Jet Black, and Bi-color diamond-cut options. M Competition variants include exclusive lightweight wheels with performance-rated rubber.The "X" in BMW X6 denotes BMW’s crossover/SUV lineup, while the number "6" places it in a sportier, more design-oriented category above the X5. The X6 was originally launched in 2008 as a bold experiment blending SUV capability with coupe-like styling. This generation, particularly the M60i and X6 M, showcases BMW’s push toward performance luxury in the SUV segment, backed by full M-division engineering and hybridized drivetrains.

Top Expensive Options

• Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System: $3,400
• BMW Individual Frozen Paint Finish: $3,600
• M Carbon Exterior Package: $5,500
• M Driver’s Package (raises top speed): $2,500
• Active Comfort Seats with Massage Function: $1,800
• Adaptive M Suspension Professional: $1,400
• BMW Laserlight Headlights: $1,100
• Night Vision with Pedestrian Detection: $2,300
• Glass Controls & Crafted Clarity Interior Elements: $650
• Heated/Cooled Cup Holders: $250

vs Competitors

The BMW X6 occupies a unique space among performance coupe SUVs. Against the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, it offers sharper driving dynamics and more engaging powertrains, especially in M versions. Compared to the Audi Q8, the X6 feels sportier and more compact, though less tech-centric. The Porsche Cayenne Coupe may offer better steering feel, but the BMW fights back with a more versatile model range, better pricing, and broader comfort configurations. With the X6 M, BMW directly targets the Lamborghini Urus and Aston Martin DBX, offering nearly as much pace at a significantly lower price.

Fun Fact

The X6 was the first SUV in history to introduce coupe-style rooflines to the segment, creating an entirely new class when it launched in 2008. Despite early criticism, the model has sold over 500,000 units globally, inspiring copycats across brands. In its latest form, the X6 M uses a model-specific rear differential developed by BMW M that sends more torque to the outside rear wheel during hard cornering — giving it the agility of a smaller car.