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2017 BMW X6 M: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2017 BMW X6 M is a light-update year, not a redesign. Its main change is the newer iDrive 5.0 navigation system with touchscreen control as standard.
About the 2017 BMW X6 M
F86 second generation X6 M (2015-2019), third model year before the all-new 2020 third-generation X6 M.
BMW positions the X6 M as a high-performance fastback SUV that blends the raised seating position and hatchback usefulness of an X model with real M-car speed and chassis hardware. Its key draw is emotional as much as practical: sharper, more dramatic styling than the X5 M, a very powerful V8, and handling BMW says is tuned for hard driving on real roads, not just straight-line speed.
The 2017 X6 M is BMW’s performance-focused, coupe-roof SUV, pairing dramatic styling with seating for five and sports-car-like acceleration. Its signature hardware includes a 567-hp twin-turbo V8, all-wheel drive, adaptive suspension, large M brakes, Merino leather front seats, and Harman Kardon surround sound.
What changed, by category
Tech
BMW updated the standard navigation and infotainment system to iDrive 5.0 and added touchscreen control for the center display.
2017 BMW X6 M specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Spt Stptrnc |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 567 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 26.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2017 BMW X6 M compared with the 2016 model?
The main change for the 2017 BMW X6 M is the standard iDrive 5.0 navigation system with touchscreen control. The powertrain, styling, safety equipment, and underlying structure otherwise carry over.
Does the 2017 BMW X6 M have a touchscreen?
Yes. The 2017 BMW X6 M has touchscreen control for its center display as part of the standard iDrive 5.0 navigation system.
Was the 2017 BMW X6 M redesigned?
No. The 2017 BMW X6 M remains part of the second-generation F86 model introduced for 2015, with only a light infotainment update for 2017.
Did the engine change for the 2017 BMW X6 M?
No. The 2017 BMW X6 M keeps the 567-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel-drive system from the prior year.
Is the 2017 BMW X6 M meaningfully different from the 2016 model?
Only slightly. The 2017 model’s main advantage is its newer iDrive 5.0 interface and touchscreen control; its engine, chassis, styling, and overall performance formula are otherwise unchanged.
2017 BMW X6 M Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 BMW X6 M.
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