“This vehicle has road presence and a stance that is truly unique. It tames the roadway with acceleration as fast-if not faster , than a track-capable Corvette. At well over 5000 lbs, this is not a lumbering or sluggish SUV; it maneuvers with the ease and power of a luxury vehicle many pounds lighter.”
2018 BMW X6 M: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2018 BMW X6 M is a carryover model with no major changes. Its 567-hp twin-turbo V8, all-wheel-drive system, styling, safety equipment, and technology carry over from 2017.
About the 2018 BMW X6 M
2nd-generation X6 M (F86), fourth model year, pre-redesign year before the all-new 2020 X6 M.
BMW positions the X6 M as the M brand’s high-performance take on the X6 Sports Activity Coupe idea: a dramatic sloping-roof SUV that blends everyday usefulness, a raised seating position, and all-weather traction with true M-car speed and handling. Its core appeal is not maximum cargo space or family practicality. It is for shoppers who want a bold shape, a very fast twin-turbo V8, and sports-car-like road manners in a luxury SUV body.
BMW positioned the 2018 X6 M as a high-performance fastback SUV with a raised seating position, everyday usefulness, and the sharper character of an M model. Its signature equipment includes a 567-hp twin-turbo V8, rear-biased all-wheel drive, an adaptive suspension, Merino leather M front seats, and Harman Kardon surround sound.
2018 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 | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| 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 2018 BMW X6 M compared with the 2017 model?
Nothing major changed for 2018. The powertrain, styling, safety equipment, technology, and vehicle structure all carry over from the 2017 X6 M.
Did the 2018 BMW X6 M get a new engine?
No, the 2018 X6 M keeps the 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 from the prior year. It produces 567 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque and works with an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.
Does the 2018 BMW X6 M have a touchscreen?
Yes, the 2018 X6 M has the touchscreen functionality introduced for the 2017 model year as part of BMW’s iDrive 5.0 system. It was not a new addition for 2018.
Was the 2018 BMW X6 M redesigned?
No, the 2018 X6 M was not redesigned. It is the fourth model year of the second-generation F86 X6 M, before the all-new 2020 model.
Is the 2018 BMW X6 M meaningfully different from the 2017 model?
No, the two model years are not meaningfully different in equipment or hardware. The major technology update arrived for 2017, while 2018 remained essentially unchanged.
2018 BMW X6 M Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 BMW X6 M.
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2018 BMW X6 M
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“Strong, eye catching styling, extreme performance, super high-quality interior materials and design. Guaranteed uniqueness - very few on the road.”