BMW X6 2014 vs BMW 7 series 2015
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Crossover / SUV | Sedan | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| BMW X6 is available only with four wheel (4x4) drive, while BMW 7 series can be equipped with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, BMW 7 series also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 3.0 - 4.4 (petrol, diesel) | 2.0 - 4.4 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. BMW 7 series is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 249 - 575 HP | 258 - 450 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 - 750 NM | 400 - 760 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.2 - 6.7 seconds | 4.4 - 6.2 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 - 11.1 | 4.9 - 8.5 | |
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BMW X6 petrol engines consumes on average 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 7 series. On average, BMW X6 equipped with diesel engines consume 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 7 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 212 mm (8.3 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X6 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.91 m | 5.16 m | |
| Width: | 1.99 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.70 m | 1.48 m | |
| BMW X6 is 25 cm shorter than the BMW 7 series, 9 cm wider, while the height of BMW X6 is 22 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 580 litres | 515 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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BMW X6 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The BMW 7 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.8 meters | 12.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X6 is 0.3 metres more than that of the BMW 7 series. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`846 kg | ~ 2`528 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 2`110 kg | ~ 1`838 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 736 kg | ~ 690 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 30 200 | 37 200 | |
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