BMW X6 0–60 Times
The BMW X6 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 19 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested BMW X6 is the 2020 BMW X6 M Competition, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 3.30 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 11.60 seconds at 119.5 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested BMW X6 is the 2009 BMW X6 xDrive35i, which took 6.20 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.70 seconds at 95.0 mph, according to Motor Week.
Out of all the BMW X6 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.74 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.28 seconds at 105.42 mph.
Fastest 0–60
3.30sec
2020 M Competition · stock
Average 0–60
4.74sec
Across 19 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
13.28sec
@ 105.4 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
6.20sec
2009 xDrive35i
Across 19 verified runs, the BMW X6 ranges from 3.30 to 6.20 seconds 0–60, with a 4.74-second average.
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BMW X6 Performance Overview
BMW’s X6 performance story spans 2008 to 2024, covering 19 verified tests across three generations as the coupe-roof SUV moved from early turbocharged six- and V8-powered models into dedicated M versions and today’s quicker G06 lineup. In E71 form (2008–2014), output ranged from 300 to 555 hp, with gasoline and hybrid variants represented. Early benchmarks progressed from the 2008 xDrive35i at 5.9 seconds to 60 mph and the 2009 xDrive50i at 5.1, before the X6 M cut that to 4.3 seconds in 2010 and 4.0 in the 2011 M.
The F16 generation (2015–2019) tightened the range around turbocharged gasoline power, from 300-hp six-cylinder trims to the 567-hp S63-powered M. Its key step came immediately: the 2015 X6 M reached 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, establishing a new best for the model line.
Current G06 models (2020–present) run from 335 to 617 hp and represent the quickest period yet, with tested trims including the xDrive40i, M50i, and M Competition. The standout remains the 2020 M Competition’s 3.3-second 0-60 run and 11.6-second quarter-mile at 119.5 mph, while the broader X6 range across all tests spans 3.3 to 6.2 seconds today.
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BMW X6 0–60 Times by Generation: E71 to G06
3 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G06 | 2020–present | 4.15s | 3.30s — 2020 M Competition | 6 | The G06 generation (2020–present) averaged 4.15 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2020 M Competition at 3.30 seconds. Output ranged from 335 to 617 hp across 3.0L Turbo I-6, 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations. |
| F16 | 2015–2019 | 4.75s | 3.70s — 2015 M | 6 | The F16 generation (2015–2019) averaged 4.75 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2015 M at 3.70 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 567 hp across 3.0L Turbo I-6, 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations. |
| E71 | 2008–2014 | 5.24s | 4.00s — 2011 M | 7 | The E71 generation (2008–2014) averaged 5.24 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2011 M at 4.00 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 555 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6, 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations. |
G06
2020–present
Avg 0–60
4.15s
Fastest
3.30s
Tests
6
2020 M Competition
The G06 generation (2020–present) averaged 4.15 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2020 M Competition at 3.30 seconds. Output ranged from 335 to 617 hp across 3.0L Turbo I-6, 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations.
F16
2015–2019
Avg 0–60
4.75s
Fastest
3.70s
Tests
6
2015 M
The F16 generation (2015–2019) averaged 4.75 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2015 M at 3.70 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 567 hp across 3.0L Turbo I-6, 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations.
E71
2008–2014
Avg 0–60
5.24s
Fastest
4.00s
Tests
7
2011 M
The E71 generation (2008–2014) averaged 5.24 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2011 M at 4.00 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 555 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6, 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations.
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BMW X6 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
19 tests · 9 years
▾
2024 BMW X6
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
3.95
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
12.40
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#02
2024 BMW X6 M Competition
3.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
11.90s
¼ mi @ 116.3 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 3.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 11.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 116.3 mph
- Engine
- 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 8A
- Horsepower
- 617 hp
- Torque
- 553 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,390 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 8.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 13 C / 18 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Crossover
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 19
#09
2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i (M Sport)
4.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
12.90s
¼ mi @ 108.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 4.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 108.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Turbo I-6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 8A
- Horsepower
- 375 hp
- Torque
- 398 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,186 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 23 C / 26 H / 24.6 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Crossover
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #9 of 19
How we verify BMW X6 performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same BMW X6 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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BMW X6 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Fastest
Recorded run
Slowest
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BMW X6 performance FAQs
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The 2024 BMW X6 M Competition runs 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds. In the same test, it covered the quarter-mile in 11.9 seconds at 116.3 mph. That makes it the quickest 2024 X6 variant on record, ahead of the xDrive40i (M Sport).
The 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i (M Sport) reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. Its quarter-mile time is 12.9 seconds at 108 mph. For buyers looking at the non-M 2024 lineup, that places the xDrive40i solidly below the X6 M Competition but still quicker than the overall X6 average of 4.74 seconds.
The fastest BMW X6 on record is the 2020 X6 M Competition, which hits 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds. It also owns the quickest quarter-mile result for the model at 11.6 seconds with a 119.5 mph trap speed. Across 19 verified X6 tests, no other version has gone quicker.
The fastest stock BMW X6 is also the 2020 X6 M Competition at 3.3 seconds from 0-60 mph. Its modification status is stock, so there is no separate modified car ahead of it. That same vehicle also holds the quickest quarter-mile result for the X6 at 11.6 seconds at 119.5 mph.
For 2024, the BMW X6 ranges from 3.5 seconds to 4.4 seconds in 0-60 testing, depending on trim. The X6 M Competition is the quicker option at 3.5 seconds, while the xDrive40i (M Sport) posts 4.4 seconds. Across all 19 X6 tests, the model averages 4.74 seconds to 60 mph.
The G06 BMW X6, covering the 2020-present third generation, averages 4.15 seconds from 0-60 mph across 6 tests. The quickest G06 result is the 2020 X6 M Competition at 3.3 seconds. That makes the G06 the fastest X6 generation on record, ahead of both the F16 and E71.
The F16 BMW X6, built from 2015 to 2019, averages 4.75 seconds from 0-60 mph across 6 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 3.7 seconds by the 2015 X6 M. That places the F16 almost exactly on the overall X6 average, but still behind the newer G06 generation for outright acceleration.
The first-generation E71 BMW X6, sold from 2008 to 2014, averages 5.24 seconds from 0-60 mph across 7 tests. The fastest E71 is the 2011 X6 M at 4.0 seconds. At the other end, the slowest X6 on record is a 2009 xDrive35i at 6.2 seconds.
In 2024 testing, the X6 M Competition is quicker than the xDrive40i (M Sport) by 0.9 second to 60 mph. The M Competition runs 3.5 seconds, while the xDrive40i does 4.4 seconds. The gap continues in the quarter-mile as well: 11.9 seconds versus 12.9 seconds.
Across all 19 BMW X6 tests, the average quarter-mile time is 13.28 seconds at 105.4 mph. The quickest X6 quarter-mile on record is the 2020 X6 M Competition at 11.6 seconds and 119.5 mph. For 2024 models, the X6 M Competition runs 11.9 seconds while the xDrive40i (M Sport) runs 12.9 seconds.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a BMW X6 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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