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BMW X6
2024 BMW X6
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$73,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Ford Explorer
2024 Ford Explorer
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$36,760
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Overview

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Engine
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

BMW X6
2024 BMW X6 Driving Back View
2024 BMW X6 Dashboard
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Ford Explorer
2020-2024 Ford Explorer Rear Angle View
2020-2024 Ford Explorer Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
398 lb-ft
310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
5,002 lbs
4,345 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
5,300 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

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

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.3 Tons/yr
7.4 (2023) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
21.9 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
503.7 miles
375.9 miles
Cruising Range Highway
569.4 miles
501.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
195 in
198.8 in
Height
66.9 in
70.2 in
Max Width
78.9 in
78.9 in
Front Width
66.3 in
66.9 in
Rear Width
67.1 in
66.9 in
Wheelbase
117.1 in
119.1 in
Ground Clearance
8.5 in
8.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.4 in
43 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
60 in
61.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
59.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.7 in
39 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.5 in
40.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.7 in
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

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
59.6 ft³
87.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
27.4 ft³
47.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
27.4 ft³
18.2 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
48.1 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
32.8 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
41.4 ft
N/A

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

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Alpine White
  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Forged Green Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Aventurin Red Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Manhattan Green Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Sensafin Upholstery
  • Coffee, Sensafin Upholstery
  • Cognac, Sensafin Upholstery
  • Silverstone, Sensafin Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Sensafin Upholstery
N/A

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Coffee, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Tartufo, 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
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic 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
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
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
Optional
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
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

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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