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BMW X6 vs Ford Ranger comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 281 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Ford Ranger?

BMW X6 vs Ford Ranger: Key differences

BMW X6

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Ford Ranger

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Ranger is considerably cheaper – starting at 48,400 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,646 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

Ranger

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X6 offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 344 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 53 Nm more.

X6

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X6 is only slightly lighter – 2,240 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries noticeably more – 989 kg compared to 695 kg. That’s a difference of about 294 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Ranger is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £48,400
Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 240 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 42 km
BMW X6
Ford Ranger

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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BMW X6
Ford Ranger

Costs and Consumption

Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
42 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
70 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
845 - 989 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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