Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 X6.
The 2023 BMW X6 is a performance-oriented crossover that pairs an eight-speed automatic transmission (the S8) with EPA fuel economy ratings of 13 mpg in the city, 18 mpg on the highway, and 15 mpg combined, positioning it among the less fuel-efficient options in its class; this model year recorded just one owner complaint and a single recall, placing it near the lowest complaint threshold in the nameplate's documented history spanning from 2006 through projected 2026 data, where the 2006 model year holds the record low with only one complaint and 2009 represents the peak at 19 complaints.
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 OE oil filter 11428583896. 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 | 11428583896 alt 11428583897 |
| Engine air filter | 13718091495 alt 13718577170 |
| Spark plug | 12120057704 alt 12122455258 |
| Battery | 61215B3F325 alt 61217604808 |
| Front wiper blades | 61619466377 |
| Thermostat | 11539494425 alt 11539494424 |
| Cabin air filter | 64115A1BDB6 alt 64115A29D99 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 194.9 in |
| Overall width | 78.7 in |
| Overall height | 66.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in |
| Curb weight | 5126 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 64.6 / 67.3 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 52/48 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 13 / 18 / 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | M Competition 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.50 sec | 11.90 sec | 617 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | xDrive40i (M Sport) 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 4.40 sec | 12.90 sec | 375 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | M Competition 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.30 sec | 11.60 sec | 617 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | M50i 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.80 sec | 12.30 sec | 523 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | xDrive40i (xLine) 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 4.70 sec | 13.40 sec | 335 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | xDrive40i (xLine) 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.20 sec | 13.80 sec | 335 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
| Optional BCI Group Number | 95R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 950 cca |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 1,200 mi.
| At 1,200 mi | Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2023 BMW X6 registers the lowest federal complaint volume in the provided record at just one complaint, along with one recall, zero investigations, and 87 TSBs. This places 2023 at the bottom of a downward trend from the elevated 2020–2021 period, when the model saw 9–10 complaints and 7–10 recalls annually, and it immediately precedes a 2024 rebound to 9 complaints and 5 recalls. Compared with the first-generation peak years of 2008–2010, which produced 4–19 complaints and 8–12 recalls per year, the 2023 record is materially quieter. The single 2023 complaint is categorized under Structure, with zero crash and zero fire complaints reported, though the data does not specify root cause. Given its position as the calmest year in the federal record and its low counts across every metric, 2023 looks like a comparatively strong used-buy candidate within this X6 dataset.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 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 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe… Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26…
Showing 5 of 87 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B120626 | 2026-06-11 | Electrical System | In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may… |
| B652724 | 2026-05-19 | Air Bags | A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the… |
| B120626 | 2026-05-11 | Engine | DELIVERY STOP: VARIABLE VALVE TIMING |
| B652025 | 2026-05-05 | Electrical System | After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID)… |
| B641224 | 2026-05-04 | Structure | 1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can… |
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EPA figures are 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined mpg.