BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i (E71)

BMW X6 2008 3.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i has been produced from May, 2008 to January, 2012. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1300 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and BiTurbo turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This BMW X6 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.

BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 85 litres or 22.46 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.

BMW X6 2008

BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i technical data

Model: BMW X6 xDrive35i
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2008. May ... 2012. January 
Engine: 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 262 g/km
Power: 306 HP ON 5800 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 1300 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 240 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.9 (combined) 14.9 (urban) 8.6 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 85 litres (22.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.88m (length) 1.98m (width) 1.69m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.8 meters
Ground clearance: 212 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 570 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1450 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2620 kg

BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i engine N54B30 O0

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 2979 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 89.6 mm
Compression ratio 10.2 : 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.

Fuel system Injection
BMW X6 2008 xDrive35i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10.9 litres (11.5 quarts)
Power 306 HP ON 5800 RPM
Torque 400 NM ON 1300 RPM
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 10 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2009 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW Z4

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 [2008 - 2012] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
BMW X6 2008 3.0 xDrive35i 4x4 Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 10.9 l/100km
BMW X6 2008 3.0 xDrive30d 4x4 Mai 2008 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 235 HP 8.2 l/100km
BMW X6 2010 3.0 xDrive30d 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 245 HP 7.4 l/100km
BMW X6 2008 3.0 xDrive35d 4x4 Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 3.0 Diesel 286 HP 8.3 l/100km
BMW X6 2010 3.0 40d 4x4 Jan 2010 — Dec 2012

Most powerfull diesel version (306 HP)

3.0 Diesel 306 HP 7.5 l/100km
BMW X6 2008 4.4 xDrive50i 4x4 Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 4.4 Petrol 408 HP 12.5 l/100km
BMW X6 2010 4.4 ActiveHybrid 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 9.9 l/100km
BMW X6 2009 4.4 M 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2012

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

4.4 Petrol 555 HP 13.9 l/100km
BMW X6 2008 reviews
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