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BMW X6 vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or VW Polo?

BMW X6 vs VW Polo: Key differences

BMW X6

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,827 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Polo

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 considerably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 418 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 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, VW Polo is significantly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 1,097 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers visibly more boot space – 580 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries markedly more – 695 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 238 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo is far ahead 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 £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
BMW X6
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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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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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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BMW X6
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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