BMW X6 xDriveM50d
Suv · Diesel · AWD
vs
BMW X5 M50i
Suv · Gasoline
BMW X6 xDriveM50d
Car A
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 safety7.1 L/100kmAWD
BMW X5 M50i
Car B
BMW X5 M50i
The BMW X5 M50i blends serious performance with family-ready space, making it a strong premium SUV for growing families and road trips. It trades efficiency and urban ease for power, pace, and cargo room.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety523 hp
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 76 / 77
City 27 / 18
Budget / value 41 / 31
Road trip 75 / 71
Performance 40 / 38
Cargo 40 / 44
Practical 56 / 50
Premium 68 / 70
Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X6 xDriveM50d · Orange = BMW X5 M50i

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X6 xDriveM50d BMW X5 M50i
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Pros & cons

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

BMW X5 M50i

  • Rapid acceleration and high top speed make highway passing effortless
  • 650 L cargo space and a 5-seat layout suit growing families and road trips
  • Strong safety standing in its class
  • Premium positioning with substantial power reserves

Verdict

Pick BMW X6 xDriveM50d if…
Best fuel economy
BMW X6 xDriveM50d uses 7.1 L/100km vs 12.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick BMW X5 M50i if…
More power
BMW X5 M50i puts out 523 hp vs 400 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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