BMW X6 xDriveM50d vs BMW X5 xDrive30d — full comparison

BMW X6 xDriveM50d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

vs

BMW X5 xDrive30d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

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 safety400 hpAWD

BMW X5 xDrive30d

Car B

BMW X5 xDrive30d

A spacious AWD diesel SUV that balances family practicality with long-distance efficiency. Best for growing families and road trips rather than dense city use or performance driving.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety6.5 L/100kmAWD

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 76 / 78

City 27 / 32

Budget / value 41 / 53

Road trip 75 / 76

Performance 40 / 35

Cargo 40 / 44

Practical 56 / 58

Premium 68 / 59

Winter 80 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X6 xDriveM50d · Orange = BMW X5 xDrive30d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X6 xDriveM50d BMW X5 xDrive30d

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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
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

BMW X5 xDrive30d

Efficient for its class with a combined consumption of 6.5 (diesel)
650-liter trunk and five seats suit growing families and luggage-heavy trips
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and on mixed roads
Good value in its segment at around 59,000 considering size and torque
Large SUV and diesel powertrain are less suited to short, stop-start city driving
Only five seats; no third row for bigger families
Not aimed at performance driving; prioritizes comfort and efficiency over sharp handling
The 59,000 price may not fit tighter budgets

Verdict

Pick BMW X6 xDriveM50d if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

BMW X6 xDriveM50d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick BMW X5 xDrive30d if…

Performance & capability

BMW X5 xDrive30d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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