BMW X6 xDrive30i vs BMW X5 xDrive40i

BMW X6 xDrive30i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Car A

BMW X6 xDrive30i

The BMW X6 xDrive30i combines AWD traction, brisk 258‑hp performance, and a usable 580 L cargo area to suit road trips for a five‑seat family. It’s a premium choice with efficiency that’s solid for its class, but less compelling for city‑focused or budget‑minded buyers.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety9 L/100kmAWD

Car B

BMW X5 xDrive40i

The BMW X5 xDrive40i is a well-rounded AWD SUV that blends strong performance with family-ready space and a safety-focused character. It suits growing families and road trips, offering good value in its segment if efficiency and tight-city maneuvering aren't priorities.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety340 hpAWD

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 66 / 79

City 26 / 26

Budget / value 28 / 47

Road trip 75 / 76

Performance 34 / 38

Cargo 40 / 44

Practical 41 / 54

Premium 62 / 61

Winter 80 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X6 xDrive30i · Orange = BMW X5 xDrive40i

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X6 xDrive30i BMW X5 xDrive40i

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Pros & cons

BMW X6 xDrive30i

AWD traction adds confidence for winter and long-distance travel.
Strong real-world pace: 258 hp and 6.1 s 0–100 km/h ease highway passing.
580 L cargo and five-seat layout suit growing families on road trips.
9 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class.
Premium pricing around 69,100 will deter budget-focused buyers.
Less suited to frequent city driving and short trips.
Only five seats; not ideal if you need three rows.
Brisk rather than thrilling if you want maximum performance.

BMW X5 xDrive40i

AWD traction adds confidence in winter and variable conditions
Strong, smooth acceleration for easy highway merging and passing
Generous 650 L cargo area supports family gear and road trips
Good value in its segment with reliability and safety as priorities
Combined consumption of 10.5 may not satisfy efficiency-minded buyers
Large SUV footprint is less convenient for frequent city driving
Seats five only; no third row for larger families
Not aimed at performance driving despite brisk 0–100

Verdict

Pick BMW X6 xDrive30i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X6 xDrive30i uses 9.0 L/100km vs 10.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW X5 xDrive40i if…

More power

BMW X5 xDrive40i puts out 340 hp vs 258 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X6 xDrive30i

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Verdict

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