BMW X6 xDrive30d (E71)

BMW X6 2012 3.0 diesel description

Crossover / SUV BMW X6 xDrive30d has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2014. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 258 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 560 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and single turbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW X6 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW X6 xDrive30d has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW X6 xDrive30d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW X6 xDrive30d in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6 litres per 100km (16.7 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW X6 2012 - 2014 version, city fuel economy - 6.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 85 litres or 22.46 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1400 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1540 kilometers on highway.

BMW X6 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW X6 2012

BMW X6 xDrive30d technical data

Model: BMW X6 xDrive30d
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2012. January ... 2014. January 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 195 g/km
Power: 258 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 560 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 230 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.0 (combined) 6.7 (urban) 5.5 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 85 litres (22.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.91m (length) 1.99m (width) 1.70m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.8 meters
Trunk capacity: 580 litres
Gross weight: 2780 kg

BMW X6 xDrive30d engine N57D30O1

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2993 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 200,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW X6 xDrive30d oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Power 258 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 560 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 and 3 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All BMW X6 crossover [2012 - 2014] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
BMW X6 2012 3.0 xDrive35i 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2014 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 10.1 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 2012 3.0 30d 4x4 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 7.4 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 xDrive30d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2014

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 258 HP 6.0 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 2012 3.0 xDrive40d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2014 3.0 Diesel 306 HP 7.5 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 2012 3.0 M50d

Most powerfull diesel version (381 HP)

3.0 Diesel 381 HP 7.7 l/100km Rear wheel
BMW X6 2012 3.0 M50d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2014

Most powerfull diesel version (381 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 381 HP 7.7 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 2012 4.4 50i 4x4 4.4 Petrol 408 HP 12.5 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 2012 4.4 xDrive50i 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2014

Most fuel efficient petrol version

4.4 Petrol 450 HP 9.7 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 2012 4.4 M 4x4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2014

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

4.4 Petrol 555 HP 13.9 l/100km All wheel
BMW X6 2012 reviews
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