Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 X6.
The 2016 BMW X6 is a passenger‑car SUV built on BMW’s xDrive platform and powered by a twin‑turbocharged V8 that requires routine engine‑oil service per Motologic procedures. Its EPA rating of 14‑19‑16 mpg reflects the balance between performance and fuel economy, while the automatic S8 transmission delivers smooth shifting across the range. With only nine owner complaints—chiefly focused on the power‑train—and a single recall, the 2016 model sits near the lower end of BMW’s long‑term complaint curve, where the most cited year (2009) reached 19 complaints and the best (2006) saw just one, indicating a relatively reliable entry in the X6 lineage.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 95R · 950 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.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637821 |
| Engine air filter | 13717571355 alt 13717638566 |
| Spark plug | 12120040581 alt 12120037582 |
| Battery | 61216806755 alt 61219364597 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610039697 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319194098 alt 64119248294 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 193.3 in |
| Overall width | 78.3 in |
| Overall height | 66.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4751 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 64.6 / 66.9 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 49/51 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 14 / 19 / 16 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the X6 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.70 sec | 12.10 sec | 567 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.70 sec | 12.10 sec | 567 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.70 sec | 14.30 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.80 sec | 14.50 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.80 sec | 12.30 sec | 567 hp | AWD |
| 2018 | xDrive35i (xLine) 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.80 sec | 14.40 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine Standard axle: Hypoid axle oil G1 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Standard axle: Hypoid axle oil G1 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.2-3.0 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.0-3.2 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.5-3.2 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | BMW MTF-LT-5 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.5-3.0 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | M8 Bolts: 33.0, M10: 58.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | Install a new nut and torque to 310.0 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | Install a new nut and torque to 310.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Spark Plug Type | M14X1.25 |
| Spark Plug Gap | non-adjustable in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 20.0 - 24.3 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 95R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 950 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 95R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 950 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 17-23 psi |
| Pressure Test | 29 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 26-30 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Stamped on rotor |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2016 model year registers 9 complaints, 1 recall, and 1 investigation, figures that mirror the 2015 model exactly and represent a significant reduction from the 2008-2010 peak when annual complaints reached 19 and recalls climbed to 12. Following 2016, the federal record shows improved stability through 2017-2019 with complaint volumes dropping to between 2 and 5 annually, before volatility returns in 2020-2021 with complaints rising back to 7-9 and recalls spiking to 7-10. This positions 2016 at the beginning of a relatively calm mid-generation arc, offering lower exposure to safety actions than both the early production years and the 2020-2021 period. With zero crash-related and zero fire-related complaints reported for this specific year, and Power Train concerns representing the plurality of complaints at 3 filings, the data indicates manageable risk levels without specifying root causes for the recall or investigation. Given its placement in a trough of regulatory activity between two higher-risk periods, 2016 represents a favorable acquisition year for a used X6.
All 9 complaints on record, top 7 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2015-2019 X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used in securing child restraint seats. The lower… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. Owner notification began January 17, 2020…
Showing 5 of 241 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B010122 | 2026-01-21 | Engine | N63TU1 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT SVC CAMPAIGN: OIL CONSUMPTION DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR |
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| B360121 | 2024-01-08 | Steering | At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when… |
| B612723 | 2023-12-08 | Electrical System | When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current… |
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Refer to the appropriate Motologic service procedures for drain and refill procedure. of Use engine oil meeting BMW specification LL-01 or equivalent., per the factory manual.
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EPA figures are 14 city / 19 highway / 16 combined mpg.