BMW X3 xDrive40d vs BMW X6 xDriveM50d

BMW X3 xDrive40d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

BMW X6 xDriveM50d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Car A

BMW X3 xDrive40d

A quick, efficient-for-its-class diesel AWD SUV that fits growing families and road trips, combining 313 hp/630 Nm, a 5.5 s 0–100 km/h, and a useful 550‑liter boot. Best for buyers seeking confident overtakes and all‑weather traction without giving up everyday practicality.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety6.5 L/100kmAWD

Car B

BMW X6 xDriveM50d

A powerful AWD diesel SUV that combines 400 hp punch with usable space, the BMW X6 xDriveM50d suits growing families who take longer trips. It balances strong acceleration with efficiency for its class at 7.1 L/100 km.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety400 hpAWD

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 74 / 76

City 32 / 27

Budget / value 52 / 41

Road trip 70 / 75

Performance 36 / 40

Cargo 38 / 40

Practical 55 / 56

Premium 60 / 68

Winter 80 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 xDrive40d · Orange = BMW X6 xDriveM50d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 xDrive40d BMW X6 xDriveM50d

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Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive40d

Strong diesel punch and a quick 0–100 km/h (5.5 s) for confident overtakes and merging
AWD traction supports winter driving and mixed-weather travel
Family-ready space: 5 seats and a 550‑liter boot for strollers and luggage
Efficient for its class (6.5 combined) and good value in its segment around 60,000
Diesel powertrain suits longer runs better than stop‑start city use
Not aimed at performance driving enthusiasts despite strong horsepower
Only five seats; no third‑row option for larger families
Around 60,000 price means it isn’t a low‑budget choice

BMW X6 xDriveM50d

400 hp and 760 Nm deliver quick 0-100 km/h in 5.2 s for confident passing
AWD traction adds reassurance for winter and mixed-weather driving
580 L cargo area and five seats work well for growing families and road trips
Efficient for its class at a quoted 7.1 L/100 km
Premium pricing around 83,800 limits appeal if upfront cost is the priority
Large diesel SUV is not at its best in stop-start city driving
Only five seats; no third-row flexibility
Despite high power, it is not aimed at track-style performance driving

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 xDrive40d if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X3 xDrive40d uses 6.5 L/100km vs 7.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW X6 xDriveM50d if…

More power

BMW X6 xDriveM50d puts out 400 hp vs 313 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive40d

BMW X6 xDriveM50d

Verdict

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