
The BMW X6 may most often compete with the X5, and other than the sheet metal, we're not sure what it does better.
The X6 has similar powertrains and a more familiar shape for less money.
The Range Rover Sport is the pinnacle for many luxury SUV buyers, and can go more places than the X6.
The Porsche Cayenne is the most direct performance rival, but be prepared to pay dearly for a Cayenne Turbo.
A Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT may be less expensive, but it doesn't feel as buttoned down as the taut X6 suspension.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2017 BMW X6 started the coupe-like SUV trend, and keeps above the fold with potent powertrains. |
The 2017 BMW X5 boasts a solid set of powertrains and features that move the sedan toward the top of any list of luxury SUVs. |
The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a benchmark SUV; it's a luxury vehicle, a talented off-roader, a scalding-hot track runner, and a family wagon extraordinaire. |
Blending sport and utility like almost no other SUV, the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is impressive in any configuration. |
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class pared down its powertrains to gas only or a plug-in hybrid, although it still has plenty of stops in between for luxury buyers. |
The 2017 Porsche Cayenne is versatile and roomy, yet it possesses road and even track performance to satisfy enthusiasts. |
MSRP From | |||||
$62,500 | $56,600 | $30,395 | $65,650 | $52,000 | $59,600 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
14 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6 | Premium Unleaded V-6 | Premium Unleaded V-6 |
EPA Class | |||||
Standard Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | N/A | Standard SUV 2WD | N/A |
Style Name | |||||
sDrive35i Sports Activity Coupe | sDrive35i Sports Activity Vehicle | 75th Anniversary Edition 4x2 *Ltd Avail* | V6 Supercharged SE | GLE 350 SUV | AWD |
Drivetrain | |||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Sports Activity Coupe | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
Transmission | |||||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2017 BMW X6 vs. 2017 BMW X5 | 2017 BMW X6 vs. 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2017 BMW X6 vs. 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2017 BMW X6 vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE Class | 2017 BMW X6 vs. 2017 Porsche Cayenne |