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2014 BMW X6 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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It’s no shock to me that the X6 has become a resounding success in the United States. After all, we have nearly the lowest level of acceptance of evolution among western countries; logic isn’t our strong suit. That makes the X6 the perfect transportation for the U.S. It’s flashy, it’s fast, it’s big, and it’s nearly nonsensical.
What else can be said about a vehicle that combines the disadvantages of an SUV with the impracticality of a sports car? Here you’ll get poor visibility and trouble parking combined with low mileage and a stiff suspension, all in one package! Handles almost as well as a coupe, and hauls almost as well as a truck—the X6 is the ultimate compromise in the guise of the Ultimate Driving Machine.
In 2013, the X6 got a refresh. In 2015, it’ll get a redo. For 2014, we merely carry on.
Based on the similarly confusing X5, the X6 takes its cues from the venerable 6 Series line, which provides the extra dose of aggressive performance needed here. Ignoring the lack of logic that puts a stiff suspension, 20-inch wheels and a turbocharged V8 into an offroad vehicle, the X6 has been a big success for the Bavarian Motor Werks. With sales figures climbing steadily since its introduction, and with competitors attempting their own version of the “Coupe Utility Vehicle,” it’s apparent that logic doesn’t regularly enter into the car-buying thought process.
Still, the attraction isn’t hard to understand. The “Base” xDrive35i trim offers you AWD, a 3.0-liter, turbocharged inline 6-cylinder, an 8-speed automatic transmission and more standard features than your typical options list. That means 20-inch alloys, a power tailgate and moonroof, navigation with DVD, chrome exhaust and adaptive xenon headlights.
Go for the xDrive50i and you’ll get a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 in place of the 3.0-liter 6. The lesser of the two will deliver 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque. That’s usually more than enough, but with the vehicle's curb weight approaching 5000 pounds, moving up to the 400 hp and lb-ft of torque in the xDrive50i can be understood. Of course, the X6 M’s 555 hp being pulled from the same 4.4-liter engine is the ultimate insult here and might just be the only power option that makes sense in this confused chimera. The 8-speed isn’t strong enough to handle such power here, so the M utilizes a more robust 6-speed automatic to handle the extra oomph.
The numbers aren’t enough to tell the story here, however. While the X6 offers impressive stats like 60 cubic feet of storage with the rear seats folded, it fails to mention the tight quarters those rear seats offer—in both head- and legroom. The comfortable, leather-wrapped, power front seats would never betray such a dearth of room in the rear, but try to fit some actual adults back there and you’ll find the X6 lacking. Even attempting to look rearward is frustrating, as rear visibility in the X6 falls far short of the hindsight you’d acquire upon purchase. Even that impressive 60-cubic-feet figure falls short of expectation in practical application, as the sloping roof and rear opening severely limit your storage options.
But none of this seems to matter. Sales figures for the X6 are still increasing, and BMW has plans for more Xs in its lineup. Weight and price and rationality be damned! Next year we get a glimpse at a new X6, so if this is your particular poison, it’s best to jump now. Soon, we’ll have another round of ridiculous to ponder.
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
User reviews for 2014 BMW X6
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by Clarence B
Dec 23, 2023
Overall it just a great car styling is amazing Dec 23, 2023
by Anonymous
Jan 21, 2023
I love it and want to be able to afford it.Jan 21, 2023
by Richard B
Oct 26, 2022
Beautiful features. Lots of power, economical.
I love my ca rOct 26, 2022
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by Clarence B
Dec 23, 2023
Overall it just a great car styling is amazing Dec 23, 2023
by Anonymous
Jan 21, 2023
I love it and want to be able to afford it.Jan 21, 2023
by Richard B
Oct 26, 2022
Beautiful features. Lots of power, economical.
I love my ca rOct 26, 2022
by Anonymous
Jun 18, 2022
It is good for me I like it Jun 18, 2022
by Eric W
May 16, 2022
I really think that the car features are really valuable. In every way and meets the needs of customers. May 16, 2022
by Jerald B
Apr 09, 2022
I think the car is a little overpriced because it 8 years old.Apr 09, 2022
by Terrence C
Sep 23, 2021
I love the car overall. I have the 50i version, so it is really powerful, lots of kick . As with most BMWs, it is the ultimate experience. The car demands that you drive it hard...I have the 2014, so the tech features arent abundant, but there are there. The value for the year and version is good. I would compare it to the Mercedes GLE coupe. With me coming from a MB ML 350 I nticed that the Benz seem to have more tech features, but not the performance unless you get into the higher models.Sep 23, 2021
by Sherri H
Jul 10, 2021
My Dream Car. Classy with Muscle, All the amenities are greatJul 10, 2021
by Meho B
Apr 24, 2021
I owe Mercedes GLC coupe and Mercedes AMG C43 and recently I buy BMW X6 which is 2013 year and he got 90 k miles.it’s bigger like both my Mercedeses and I absolutely love my bemer.It’s fun to ride not so much like AMG but is much bigger and when you drive in highway than you understand why I love that car so much.I am not saying that is cheap for repairs but he give you so much in return so I recommend everyone that car and you thank me laterApr 24, 2021
by glenn f
Apr 09, 2021
Thanks Ive been doing is awesome car.
X6 BMW m series was what Im looking for. The baddest car you can findApr 09, 2021
by Anonymous
Jan 28, 2021
Durable current reasonable and safe great features comfortable ride Jan 28, 2021
by Loveth C
Jan 24, 2021
I love it from my view and wish to have itJan 24, 2021
by Leon m
Dec 20, 2020
Very nice, would love to own one some dayDec 20, 2020
by April M
Nov 10, 2020
Its okay but Im not a fan of the color . My first choice would be white or black and maybe a 2015 or 2016Nov 10, 2020
by morlu h
Oct 08, 2020
Car is in perfect running condition . Car is very clean and well maintained Oct 08, 2020
by Michele F
Oct 05, 2020
I think the car is gorgeous I would trade my car for that oneOct 05, 2020
by Andrea C
Sep 02, 2020
Great car. Would like a little more upgraded features. I will look for a more newer modelSep 02, 2020
by Vernell L
Sep 01, 2020
I absolutely love the 2014 BMW X6. I can not wait until I own one. Sep 01, 2020
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2014 BMW X6 Pricing
Original MSRP
$60,800 to $71,400Price range
$14,369 to $14,775Average price on CG
$14,370YoY price change
$14,775 to $14,370Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 10
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.15
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 10
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 20
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.15
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 20
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation