BMW X5 xDrive40i vs BMW X6 xDrive40i

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

BMW X6 xDrive40i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Car A

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 safetyAWD

Car B

BMW X6 xDrive40i

The BMW X6 xDrive40i blends strong power and AWD confidence with five-seat practicality for growing families and road trips. Its size and fuel use make it less ideal for dense city routines.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety9 L/100kmAWD

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 79 / 76

City 26 / 27

Budget / value 47 / 45

Road trip 76 / 75

Performance 38 / 38

Cargo 44 / 40

Practical 54 / 53

Premium 61 / 63

Winter 80 / 80

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X5 xDrive40i BMW X6 xDrive40i

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Pros & cons

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

BMW X6 xDrive40i

Strong power and quick acceleration make highway passing easy (340 hp, 0–100 km/h in 5.5 s).
AWD traction supports winter and all-weather driving.
580-liter trunk and five seats suit growing families and road trips.
Safety ranks among its strengths for added peace of mind.
Large SUV footprint is less convenient for tight city streets and parking.
Only five seats; no third row for larger families.
Combined consumption of 9 L/100 km may be higher than smaller crossovers if low running costs are the priority.
Premium pricing at 67,500 sits above mainstream alternatives.

Verdict

Pick BMW X5 xDrive40i if…

Lower entry price

BMW X5 xDrive40i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick BMW X6 xDrive40i if…

Performance & capability

BMW X6 xDrive40i is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X5 xDrive40i

BMW X6 xDrive40i

Verdict

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