BMW X6 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the BMW X6, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the BMW X6 and are good next research steps.

from £51,900

BMW X4

Price 51,900 - 93,000 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 184 - 510 HP
Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.8 - 8.4 s
Model Year 2,023 - 2,024
Max Speed 213 - 250 km/h
Torque 300 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Doors 5
Model X4
Modell X4 xDrive20i, X4 xDrive20d, X4 xDrive30d, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M Competition, X4 M40d, X4 M40i
CO2 Efficiency Class F, G
Trim Level Steptronic, M Sportpaket Steptronic, xDrive Steptronic
Power kW 135 - 375 kW
co2 156 - 244 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Curb weight 1,875 - 2,095 kg
Fuel tank capacity 65 - 68 L
Trunk capacity 525 L
Length 4,751 - 4,754 mm
Width 1,918 - 1,938 mm
Height 1,620 - 1,621 mm
Brand BMW
Max trunk capacity 1,430 L
Payload 415 - 545 kg

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BMW X4 as a suitable alternative to BMW X6

In the realm of luxury SUVs, the BMW X4 and BMW X6 both capture attention with their distinctive coupe-like silhouettes, yet they cater to slightly different tastes. The BMW X4 presents a more compact and agile profile, ideal for urban driving, while the BMW X6 commands a stronger road presence with its larger size and more powerful engine options. Ultimately, choosing between the two depends on personal preference for size and performance, with the X4 appealing to those seeking nimbleness and the X6 attracting those craving power and presence.

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

Quick data check: BMW X4

slightly more power
barely more trunk space
considerably cheaper
noticeably more efficient
only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
moderately lighter

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from £31,300

Hyundai Tucson

Price 31,300 - 48,800 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 288 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Electric Range 63 - 70 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.5 - 11.6 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Tucson
Modell Tucson 1.6 T-GDI, Tucson 1.6 T-GDI HEV, Tucson 1.6 T-GDI PHEV, Tucson 1.6 CRDi 48V-Mildhybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class F, D, E, B
Trim Level Select, Select DCT, Trend DCT, N Line DCT, N Line X DCT, Prime DCT, N Line Allrad DCT, N Line X Allrad DCT, Prime Allrad DCT, Select Automatik, Trend Automatik, N Line Automatik, N Line Allrad Automatik, N Line X Automatik, N Line X Allrad Automatik, Prime Automatik, Prime Allrad Automatik
Power kW 100 - 212 kW
co2 62 - 172 g/km
Engine capacity 1,598 cm3
Curb weight 1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity 546 - 620 L
Width 1,865 mm
Brand Hyundai
Payload 518 - 545 kg

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Quick data check: Hyundai Tucson

considerably more power
considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
clearly cheaper
substantially more efficient
clearly lighter
very slightly more trunk space

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from £51,700

BMW X3

Price 51,700 - 73,000 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 197 - 398 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Electric Range 88 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.6 - 7.8 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model X3
Modell X3 20, X3 20d, X3 M50, X3 40d, X3 30e
CO2 Efficiency Class F, E, B
Trim Level xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic
Power kW 145 - 293 kW
co2 64 - 175 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Curb weight 1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity 460 - 570 L
Width 1,920 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 570 kg
Variant M Performance

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Quick data check: BMW X3

visibly more power
a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly more trunk space
clearly cheaper
clearly more efficient
a bit lighter

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from £102,800

BMW 7 Series

Price 102,800 - 128,700 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 300 - 571 HP
Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Electric Range 80 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.3 - 5.8 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 670 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders 6
Model 7er-Reihe
Modell 740d, 750e, M760e
CO2 Efficiency Class F, B
Trim Level Design Pure Excellence xDrive Steptronic Sport, M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic Sport, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic Sport, xDrive Steptronic Sport, M Performance Paket xDrive Steptronic Sport
Power kW 220 - 420 kW
co2 74 - 160 g/km
Engine capacity 2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Curb weight 2,255 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity 525 - 540 L
Width 1,950 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 605 - 665 kg
Variant M Performance

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Quick data check: BMW 7 Series

clearly cheaper
marginally more power
moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
very slightly lighter
very slightly more trunk space
clearly more efficient

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from £38,800

Mercedes GLA

Price 38,800 - 75,300 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 421 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Electric Range 74 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.3 - 11 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model GLA
Modell GLA 180, GLA 200, GLA 220, GLA 250 e, GLA 250, GLA 180 d, GLA 200 d, GLA 220 d, GLA 35 AMG, GLA 45 S AMG
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, B, G
Trim Level 7G-DCT, Advanced 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, Edition Progressive Line 7G-DCT, Special Edition 7G-DCT, AMG Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, AMG Line Premium 7G-DCT, AMG Line Premium Plus 7G-DCT, 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Edition Progressive Line 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 8G-DCT, 8G-DCT, Advanced 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, Edition Progressive Line 8G-DCT, AMG Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, AMG Line Premium 8G-DCT, AMG Line Premium Plus 8G-DCT, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Advanced Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G
Power kW 85 - 310 kW
co2 66 - 216 g/km
Engine capacity 1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Curb weight 1,570 - 1,810 kg
Trunk capacity 385 - 435 L
Width 1,834 - 1,849 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 480 - 500 kg
Variant AMG

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Quick data check: Mercedes GLA

noticeably more power
somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
noticeably more trunk space
significantly cheaper
substantially more efficient
substantially lighter

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from £50,300

Mercedes GLC

Price 50,300 - 82,100 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 186 - 472 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Electric Range 122 - 128 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.2 - 9 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 380 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model GLC
Modell GLC 200 d, GLC 300 e, GLC 400 e, GLC 220 d, GLC 300 d, GLC 300 de, GLC 450 d, GLC Coupé 300 e, GLC Coupé 400 e, GLC Coupé 200 d, GLC Coupé 220 d, GLC Coupé 300 d, GLC Coupé 300 de, GLC Coupé 450 d, GLC 53 AMG, GLC Coupé 53 AMG
CO2 Efficiency Class D, B, E, F, G
Trim Level Avantgarde Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Edition Avantgarde 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Edition AMG Line 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G
Power kW 137 - 347 kW
co2 41 - 214 g/km
Engine capacity 1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Curb weight 1,985 - 2,400 kg
Trunk capacity 390 - 620 L
Width 1,890 - 1,920 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 475 - 575 kg
Variant Coupé, AMG, AMG Coupé

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Quick data check: Mercedes GLC

markedly more power
only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
significantly cheaper
considerably more efficient
slightly lighter
very slightly more trunk space

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