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2021 BMW X6 M: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main update for the 2021 BMW X6 M is standard Android Auto. BMW also drops the Competition trim, while the 600-hp V8, styling, safety hardware, and chassis carry over from the 2020 redesign.
About the 2021 BMW X6 M
3rd generation X6 M (F96), second model year of the generation introduced for 2020.
BMW positions the X6 M as the coupe-roof counterpart to the X5 M: a high-performance SUV with a more dramatic shape, huge twin-turbo V8 power, and a driver-focused luxury cabin. The main draw is not practicality above all else, but super-SUV speed, strong grip, and a more attention-grabbing look than a traditional midsize luxury SUV. It is the choice for shoppers who want M-car pace in a taller, more expressive body style.
The 2021 X6 M is a coupe-shaped performance SUV with a 600-hp twin-turbo V8, rear-biased all-wheel drive, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Its upscale cabin features Merino leather, 12.3-inch instrument and touchscreen displays, navigation, a surround-view camera, and Harman Kardon audio.
What changed, by category
Trim lineup
The Competition trim is dropped for 2021.
Tech
Android Auto becomes standard equipment across the lineup.
2021 BMW X6 M specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd M Sport w/Drivelogic, Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 13 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 18 mpg |
| Horsepower | 600 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 27.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2021 BMW X6 M?
The 2021 BMW X6 M gains standard Android Auto and loses the Competition trim. The rest of the vehicle carries over without significant mechanical, styling, safety, or chassis changes.
Does the 2021 BMW X6 M have Android Auto?
Yes. Android Auto became standard equipment on the BMW X6 M for 2021, joining Apple CarPlay in its 12.3-inch touchscreen system.
Was the BMW X6 M Competition offered for 2021?
No. The Competition trim was dropped from the 2021 X6 M lineup.
Is the 2021 BMW X6 M mechanically different from the 2020 model?
No. The 2021 model keeps the same 600-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, eight-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive system, and chassis setup.
Was the 2021 BMW X6 M redesigned?
No. The 2021 X6 M is the second model year of the generation introduced for 2020, so it is a lightly updated carryover rather than a redesign.
2021 BMW X6 M Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 BMW X6 M.
4.7
2021 BMW X6 M
(26 reviews)
“I love almost everything about it, but I hate that it is missing handles above the back doors which I use to hang clothes when I travel.”
“Go ahead and lease/purchase one this vehicle, you will fall in love with the brand”