BMWX6 35IX2011Electric/bmw/x6-35ix/2011/electric/
E71 platform

2011 BMW X6 35IX

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2011 X6 35IX.

Body SUVEngine ElectricTransmission Automatic (S7)

The 2011 BMW X6 35IX Electric is an SUV riding on BMW's E71 platform, powered by an electric engine and paired with an automatic S7 transmission. With 31 owner complaints and 12 recalls on record, this model year sits in a notable spot in the X6's reliability history, particularly because the engine area ranks as the top complaint category. For researchers, that profile makes 2011 a year to scrutinize closely when evaluating real-world durability and ownership risk.

Model year20132012201120102009

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA efficiency17/19/18 MPGeEPA · verified
EPA electric range0 miEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 Hybrid · 760 Hybrid CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 Hybrid · 760 Hybrid CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428683168 alt 11428637821
Engine air filter13717589642 alt 13717577457
Spark plug12120037580 alt 12120037581
Battery61217594976
Front wiper blades61610077821
Thermostat11538632664 alt 11537586885
Cabin air filter64319194098 alt 64316804939

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.5 in
Overall width78 in
Overall height66.9 in
Wheelbase115.4 in
Track (front / rear)65 / 64.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 19 / 18 MPGe
Electric range0 mi
Electric motor312V Ni-MH
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidBMW part number 83222152426
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.5-11.5
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.5 Pints
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.1 Pints
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.1 Pints
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.5 pints
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.1 Pints

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug24.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug24.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub310 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub310 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Standard BCI Group Number48 Hybrid
Standard BCI Cranking Performance760 Hybrid cca
Optional BCI Group Number95R
Optional BCI Cranking Performance950 cca
Optional BCI Group Number95R

Service checks

Pressure Test21.7 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief17-22 psi
Pressure Test29 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief28-32 psi

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miOxygen Sensor (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2011 BMW X6 35IX lead in one area — the engine, 9 of 31 reports (29%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 3 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the engine pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

12
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
268
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
31
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 3 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 31 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine9
Power Train4
Power Train,Engine2
Suspension,Fuel System, Gasoline,Engine1
Steering,Suspension,Unknown Or Other1
Power Train,Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train,Electronic Stability Control (Esc),Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 268 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
B0120162026-05-06Electrical SystemThe Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship…
B1106142025-03-27EngineThis bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed…
B0120162025-03-13Electrical SystemThe Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship…
B0120162025-02-20Electrical SystemThe Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship…
B5108192024-01-16Electrical SystemThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

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Frequently asked

Does the 2011 X6 35IX have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 12 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What is the EPA range and efficiency of the X6 35IX?

EPA figures are 17 city / 19 highway / 18 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 0 miles.