"Engine and transmission performance are big positives for the X6. It's pretty quick for the class, and the engine and transmission are smooth operators. Unfortunately, the steering communicates little back to the driver." - Edmunds
Backed by the might of two formidable engines the X6 is truly a work of art. A 3.0 Liter TwinPower Turbo delivering 335 horses and 330 lb-ft of torque and a 4.4 Liter V8 that unleashes 523 horsepower with 553 pound-feet of torque. The 8-speed sports automatic transmission is one of the best in the industry and helps this monster run smoothly in any gear and at any speed.
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Models
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2020 BMW X6
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2020 Porsche Cayenne
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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe
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2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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MSRP
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$62,950
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$65,700
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$70,500
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$68,750
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Engine
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3.0L TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder
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3.0L 6-cylinder turbo
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AMG enhanced 3.0L V6 Bi-turbo
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3.0L V6 twincharged
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Transmission
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8-Speed Sports Automatic
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8-Speed Tiptronic S
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9G-Tronic
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8-Speed Automatic
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Power
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335 hp @ 5500 RPM
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335 hp @ 5300 RPM
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385 hp @ 6100 RPM
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355 hp @ 5500 RPM
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Torque
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330 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM
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332 lb-ft @ 1340 RPM
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384 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM
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365 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM
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Comparing these cars to the other SUVs available, AMG-powered Mercedes GLE is the most powerful among all the contenders with 385 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque but also the most expensive at $70,500. Porsche Cayenne and Range Rover Sport are equal in every aspect. Be it comes to power, torque, and price figures. The 2020 Range Rover Sport has a 7-seat configuration, that is neither available with Porsche, BMW, or Mercedes. BMW, on the other hand, is the cheapest of the lot with a price of $62,950 and also with the weakest torque on offer.
Acceleration of the 2020 BMW X6
BMW is known for its engine and transmission all over the world and it shows its presence in the acceleration timings. The 3.0-Liter engine rushes towards the 60MPH mark in 6.0 seconds. Standing quarter mile takes 14.4 sec. Aerodynamic body design and Sports transmission are responsible for propelling the X6 that fast.
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Models
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2020 BMW X6
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2020 Porsche Cayenne
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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe
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2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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0-60 MPH
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6.0 sec
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5.9 sec
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5.6 sec
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6.8 sec
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Quarter mile
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14.4 sec
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14.4 sec
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14.1 sec
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15.5 sec
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Engine
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3.0L TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder
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3.0L 6-cylinder turbo
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AMG enhanced 3.0L V6 Bi-turbo
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3.0L V6 twin-charged
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Emission
(Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
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8.4
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N/A
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9.3
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9.2
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In comparison, the Mercedes GLE AMG is the fastest to 60MPH with only 5.6 seconds on the clock. The 2020 Porsche Cayenne clocks in at 5.9 seconds making it 0.3 seconds slower than Mercedes but just above the 2020 BMW X6.
Ride and Handling of the 2020 BMW X6
The 2020 BMW X6 might be a bulky SUV but its driving dynamics completely neglect that notion. It goes through the corners at sane speeds but when the bumps come, be ready to get bounced around. Being an SAV, the suspension is stiffened to make the ride and handling sportier rather than being biased towards comfort. So, the best option is to get the optional dynamic damper control which comes with 4 different modes; Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Sport+. These 4 modes have individual settings to suit your style of driving.
In comparison, Mercedes AMG has an upper hand. It almost has track-like handling which gives you immense confidence while driving on any road surface. Mercedes AMG line gets a special treatment meaning precision handling and sporty ride. Range Rover is more comfort-friendly and doesn't offer the sporty handling that you get with the rest of the lot. Porsche Cayenne will be coming in 2020 so there is not much known about handling, but it would be razor-sharp, to say the least.
Braking of the 2020 BMW X6
To stop big SUVs, you need big brakes. BMW X6 has a 13.7-inch disc in the front and 12.6-inch discs in the back. The 2020 BMW X6 takes 122 ft to come to a complete stop. Weighing in close to 4600 pounds, it's commendable to look at that kind of braking effort. The brake pedal is quite soft and responds well at high speeds. The pedal requires a minimum push to engage the disc brakes in stopping the car.
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Models
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2020 BMW X6
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2020 Porsche Cayenne
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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe
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2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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Brake Front(in)
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13.7
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13.7
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14.8
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14.3
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Brake Rear(in)
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12.6
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12.9
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13.6
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13.8
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Curb weight(lbs)
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4687
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4582
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4960
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5135
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60-0 MPH (ft.)
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122
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N/A
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130
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124
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Comparing it to the rest of the competition, the Mercedes AMG GLE has a serious braking system. It does take the last position in the brake test from 60 MPH to 0 MPH taking 130 ft but also being the heaviest that is an awesome effort. BMW is a clear winner in the brake test.
Towing Capacity of the 2020 BMW X6
With a towing capacity of 6000 pounds, the 2020 BMW X6 can easily pull a boat, a camper, and even a big trailer too. The X6's enormous towing capacity makes it one of the favorites amongst SUV lovers.
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Models
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2020 BMW X6
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2020 Porsche Cayenne
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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 43 Coupe
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2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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Towing Capacity (lbs)
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6000
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7700
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7200
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7716
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DriveTrain
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RWD
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AWD
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AWD
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FWD
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The 2020 Range Rover Sport is a sports tourer with AWD advantage towers over everyone with a massive towing capacity of 7716 pounds. Porsche being the lightest has been rated to pull double its weight i.e.; 7700 pounds. Mercedes AMG GLE has 7200 pounds towing capacity thanks to its massive engine power. BMW X6 stands last in terms of towing capacity.
