- Newest year: 2027
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2020-2027 BMW X6 MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 15–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2027. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2020-2027 BMW X6 at a glance
The 2020-2027 BMW X6 covers 8 model years in the EPA database (30 configurations in all), rated 15–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $3,490 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD (23 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid and gas. EPA changed the ratings in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026 and 2027; 2025 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2024 and 2025.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (3 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
2020-2027 BMW X6 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $3,490–$5,410 | Ratings changed |
| 2026 | Hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $3,430–$5,410 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Hybrid | 15–24 MPG | $3,300–$5,410 | Same EPA ratings as 2024 |
| 2024 | Hybrid | 15–24 MPG | $3,300–$5,410 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas, Hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $3,560–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas, Hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $3,550–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas, Hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $3,510–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 15–23 MPG | $3,560–$5,320 | First year |
What the 2027 xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs to drive
Per month
$291
$3,490 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.82
Per 100 miles
$23.27
Five years
$17,450
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$330more a year
Class median $3,160 a year, MY2027
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2027 BMW X6 MPG
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (3 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
Versus 2026: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,430 to $3,490, $60 more.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,490 |
| M60i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,220 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,410 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 BMW X6 MPG
15–23 MPG · $3,430–$5,410/yr
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 23 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,300 to $3,430, $130 more.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 26 | 23 | $3,430 |
| M60i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,200 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,410 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 BMW X6 MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2024
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2025 BMW X6 as for the 2024 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2024 section above.See 2024
2024 BMW X6 MPG
15–24 MPG · $3,300–$5,410/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 24 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,560 to $3,300, $260 less.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 26 | 24 | $3,300 |
| M60i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,200 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,410 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 BMW X6 MPG
15–23 MPG · $3,560–$5,360/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,550 to $3,560, $10 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,420 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,560 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 BMW X6 MPG
15–23 MPG · $3,550–$5,360/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,510 to $3,550, $40 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,410 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,550 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2021 BMW X6 MPG
15–23 MPG · $3,510–$5,360/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,560 to $3,510, $50 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,440 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,510 |
| xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,560 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 BMW X6 MPG
15–23 MPG · $3,560–$5,320/yr
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,560 |
| xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,610 |
| M50i | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,430 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,320 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,320 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD: $4,170 in California and $3,030 in Texas, a $1,140 difference.
- California $4,170
- Washington $3,920
- New York $3,450
- Florida $3,190
- Texas $3,030
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2027 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2008-2014 (E71)
- 2015-2019 (F16)
- 2020-2027* (G06)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2020-2027 BMW X6 get?
EPA rates the 2020-2027 BMW X6 at 15–24 MPG combined across 30 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2025 xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD, is rated 24 MPG (23 city, 26 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 15–24 MPG; Gas: 15–23 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2020-2027 BMW X6?
The xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2024 and 2025. The lowest top rating, 23 MPG, was in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026 and 2027.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2020-2027 BMW X6?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026 and 2027. In 2025 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2020-2027 BMW X6 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2015-2019 BMW X6) is rated 16–22 MPG combined and costs $3,710–$4,980 a year to fuel; the 2020-2027 model is rated 15–24 MPG and costs $3,300–$5,410 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 BMW X6 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,490 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $3,490–$5,410 a year. That is a $1,920 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 BMW X6 100 miles?
About $23.27 per 100 miles for the xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $23.27 and $36.07 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 BMW X6 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD is rated 21 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2027 BMW X6 compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The xDrive40i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,490 a year to fuel, $330 more than the class median of $3,160, and less than 4 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 184 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2027, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2027 BMW X6 different from the 2026 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,430 to $3,490, $60 more. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2027 against 3 configurations for 2026. See the 2026 BMW X6 for that year.