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BMW X6
2021 BMW X6
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$65,050
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Ford Explorer
2021 Ford Explorer
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$32,225
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8.3
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Overview

Engine
3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Hybrid
Engine
2.3-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

BMW X6
2020-2021 BMW X6 Rear View Driving
2020-2021 BMW X6 Dashboard
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2020-2021 Ford Explorer Driving Back View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0-liter Turbo Inline-6 Hybrid
2.3-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
20" x 9"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
20" x 9"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P275/45HR20
P255/65HR18
Rear Tire
P275/45HR20
P255/65HR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
24 MPG
City
21 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 Tons/yr
7.5 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
22.4 gallons
18.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
470.4 miles
390.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
582.4 miles
520.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
194.8 in
198.8 in
Height
66.3 in
70.2 in
Max Width
78.9 in
78.9 in
Front Width
N/A
66.9 in
Rear Width
N/A
66.9 in
Wheelbase
117.1 in
119.1 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
8.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
N/A
43 in
Front Seat Headroom
N/A
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
N/A
61.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
59.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
N/A
39 in
Rear Seat Headroom
N/A
40.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
N/A
61.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
59.1 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
32.2 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
38.9 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
54.6 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
40.9 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,687 lbs
4,345 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
5,300 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
N/A
87.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
N/A
47.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
18.2 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Arctic Gray Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Flamenco Red Metallic
  • Manhattan Green Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Coffee, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
N/A

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Coffee, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White/Night Blue, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery (ZA)
  • Tartufo, Individual Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Optional
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Seat-Massage
Optional
Not Available
Rear A/C
Optional
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 80,000 Miles
N/A
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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