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BMW X6 vs Porsche Panamera – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: BMW X6 meets Porsche Panamera.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

BMW X6

Porsche Panamera

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW X6 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 83600 £, while the Porsche Panamera costs 99800 £. That’s a price difference of around 16200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Panamera manages with 3 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.20 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

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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 Porsche Panamera has a noticeable edge – offering 782 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Panamera is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the BMW X6 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Panamera performs noticeable better – reaching 325 km/h, while the BMW X6 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Panamera pulls noticeable stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: BMW X6 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Porsche Panamera is to a small extent lighter – 1960 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X6 offers to a small extent more room – 580 L compared to 494 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X6 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1530 L, which is about 145 L more than the Porsche Panamera.

When it comes to payload, BMW X6 noticeable takes the win – 695 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Panamera proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Panamera is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

BMW X6
Porsche Panamera

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Porsche Panamera

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 782 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 97 km

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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Porsche Panamera

The Porsche Panamera blends sports-car sharpness with luxury-sedan refinement, serving driving thrills up front while pampering passengers in the back. Poised, polished and mischievously quick, it’s the car for buyers who want exotic performance without losing everyday comfort.

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BMW X6
Porsche Panamera
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Costs and Consumption

Price
83600 - 146400 £
Price
99800 - 212100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
69 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2445 kg
Curb weight
1960 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
421 - 494 L
Length
4948 - 4960 mm
Length
5052 - 5204 mm
Width
2004 - 2019 mm
Width
1937 mm
Height
1695 - 1700 mm
Height
1415 - 1428 mm
Max trunk capacity
1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1255 - 1385 L
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
340 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
353 - 782 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
270 - 325 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 1000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
260 - 575 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2894 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the BMW X6 have?

The BMW X6 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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