2014 BMW X6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 BMW X6 is largely a carryover, with no major lineup-wide changes. The main update is limited to the xDrive50i, which gains a standard garage-door opener and a compass display in the interior mirror.
About the 2014 BMW X6
1st generation X6 (E71, 2008-2014), final model year before the 2015 redesign.
BMW positions the X6 as a “Sports Activity Coupe,” meaning it blends SUV ride height and all-wheel-drive traction with a lower roofline, stronger road presence, and a more performance-focused feel than a traditional midsize luxury SUV. The appeal is not maximum practicality; it is style, speed, and a more athletic driving character. Compared with a conventional luxury SUV, the X6 trades some rear-seat and cargo usefulness for a bolder shape and a more coupe-like personality.
The xDrive35i is the balanced version, with a 300-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive, heated leather front seats, and xenon headlights. The xDrive50i is the faster, more richly equipped model, pairing a 400-hp twin-turbo V8 with navigation and upgraded multi-contour front seats.
What changed, by category
2014 BMW X6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Spt & Stptrnc | Auto, 8-Spd Spt & Stptrnc |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 400 hp |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft | 450 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6000 lb | 6000 lb |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2014 BMW X6 compared with the 2013 model?
Very little changed for 2014. The xDrive50i gains a standard garage-door opener and a compass display in the interior mirror, while the xDrive35i is effectively unchanged.
Was the 2014 BMW X6 redesigned?
No. The 2014 X6 is the final model year of the first generation, and the full redesign arrived for 2015.
Did the 2014 BMW X6 receive new engines?
No. The xDrive35i continues with a 300-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, while the xDrive50i retains its 400-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8. Both have all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
How do the 2014 BMW X6 xDrive35i and xDrive50i differ?
The xDrive35i uses a 300-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine and covers the core luxury features. The xDrive50i adds a 400-hp twin-turbo V8, navigation, upgraded multi-contour front seats, a garage-door opener, and a compass display in the mirror.
Is the 2014 BMW X6 a meaningful upgrade over the 2013 model?
No, not in terms of major features or mechanical changes. The only notable 2014 equipment additions are the xDrive50i’s garage-door opener and compass mirror; the xDrive35i is effectively unchanged.
2014 BMW X6 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 BMW X6.