Model year guide

2018 BMW x6 m

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 BMW x6 m is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2018 BMW x6 m — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 BMW x6 m at a glance

Safety recalls3
Combined16 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2018 BMW x6 m recalls 3

Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs NHTSA Campaign #18V614000 · 12/09/2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Child Seat NHTSA Campaign #19V823000 · 18/11/2019

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower anchor bars may become damaged over time when used with an ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #17V727000 · 17/11/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2018 BMW x6 m MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,150
EPA size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$13,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 BMW x6 m costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,750
Fuel only$25,750
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 BMW x6 m trims & engines on record

Trims
X6 M
Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 567 hp

2018 BMW x6 m vehicles on record

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2018 BMW x6 m — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 BMW x6 m have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2018 BMW x6 m. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What gas mileage does the 2018 BMW x6 m get?

The 2018 BMW x6 m has a U.S. EPA estimate of 16 mpg combined (14 city / 19 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.