BMW X5 M Competition vs BMW X6 xDrive40i

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner BMW X5 M Competition 3.8 s Runner-up: 5.2 s
Power winner BMW X5 M Competition 625 hp Runner-up: 375 hp
Cargo winner BMW X5 M Competition 650 L Runner-up: 580 L
Price winner BMW X6 xDrive40i $74,300 Runner-up: $121,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition against the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 BMW X5 M Competition has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.8 seconds, compared with 5.2 seconds for 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i. 2025 BMW X5 M Competition has the higher listed output at 625 hp; 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i is rated at 375 hp, a difference of 250 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 BMW X5 M Competition at 750 Nm and 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i at 540 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i has the lower recorded consumption at 9.5 L/100km; 2025 BMW X5 M Competition is listed at 13.1 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 BMW X5 M Competition provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 650 litres versus 580 litres, a difference of 70 litres. Their listed towing capacities are equal at 2,700 kg. 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i is 13 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i has the lower listed starting price at $74,300, compared with $121,900 for 2025 BMW X5 M Competition. 2025 BMW X5 M Competition leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification BMW X5 M Competition2025 BMW X6 xDrive40i2024
Performance
0-100 km/h3.8 s5.2 s
Top Speed290 km/h250 km/h
Power625 hp375 hp
Torque750 Nm540 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank83 L83 L
Efficiency13.1 L/100km9.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions299 g/km216 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,922 mm4,935 mm
Ground Clearance193 mm193 mm
Cargo650 L580 L
Curb Weight2,435 kg2,155 kg
Towing2,700 kg2,700 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.6 m12.5 m
Starting MSRP$121,900$74,300

BMW X5 M Competition vs BMW X6 xDrive40i questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.8 seconds, versus 5.2 seconds for 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition has the higher listed top speed at 290 km/h (180 mph), compared with 250 km/h (155 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition has more power at 625 hp, a 250 hp advantage over 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition has more listed cargo space at 650 litres (23.0 cu ft), versus 580 litres (20.5 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

Both cars have the same listed towing capacity of 2,700 kg (5,952 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition is heavier at 2,435 kg (5,368 lb), while 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i is listed at 2,155 kg (4,751 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $74,300 USD, compared with $121,900 USD for 2025 BMW X5 M Competition. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2024 BMW X6 xDrive40i?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.