Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 X6.
The 2017 BMW X6 is an SUV featuring an S8 automatic transmission and an EPA-rated fuel economy of 14/19/16 mpg. This model year recorded two recalls and two owner complaints, with the primary issue area being air bags. Within the model's 2006-2026 history, these figures place the 2017 model well below the 2009 peak of 19 complaints and closer to the 2006 low of one complaint.
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 49 · 900 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 | 13717850056 alt 13717638566 |
| Spark plug | 12120037582 alt 12120040581 |
| Battery | 61216806755 alt 61219364597 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610039697 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537598865 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 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 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 72.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 84.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 2979cc Turbo: 26 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 35.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Spark Plug Gap | Not adjustable in |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.47-1.51 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 95R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 950 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 900 cca |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 degrees | 70 degrees |
| 2 | 70 | |
| 1 | 48.0 inch lbs. | 48 in |
| 2 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 70 | |
| 1 | 48.0 inch lbs. | 48 in |
| 2 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 4 | 75 | |
| 1 | 73.0 ft. lbs. | 73 ft. lbs |
| 2 | + 60 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 3 | + 60 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 4 | + 60 | |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | Bolts 1-14 | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Bolts 1-14 | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-14 | 180 degrees |
| 4 | M9 Bolts | 16.2 ft. lbs |
| 5 | M9 Bolts | 16.2 ft. lbs |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 44.0 ft. lbs. | 44 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 45 | |
Prep Gasoline engines
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 degrees; Diesel engines; NS | 70 degrees |
Prep M8 Bolts
| 1 | 84 inch lbs. | 84 in |
| 2 | 55 degrees; M11 Bolts | 55 degrees |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 115 degrees | 115 degrees |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 | |
Prep M8 bolts
| 1 | 84.0 inch lbs. | 84 in |
| 2 | 55.0 degrees; M11 bolts | 55 degrees |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 115 | |
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 2017 BMW X6 sits in a notably quiet period within this generation's federal record, with only 2 complaints filed—among the lowest of any model year in the dataset—alongside 2 recalls and 1 investigation. This represents a sharp decline from the peak complaint years of 2009-2010 (19 complaints each) and precedes the next major spike in 2020-2021 (9 and 7 complaints with 10 and 7 recalls respectively). The 2017 model's TSB count of 203 also dropped from 241 in 2016, suggesting that by this point BMW had addressed many of the earlier generation's teething issues. The sole investigation and complaint areas (air bags and child seat) do not indicate systemic defects, and notably there were zero crash-related or fire-related complaints filed for this model year. Compared to both the problematic early-generation years and the later 2020-2021 spike, the 2017 X6 appears to occupy a relatively stable mid-cycle position with minimal consumer grievances. This makes it arguably the best-model-year-to-buy within this generation, as it avoids the early-production uncertainties of 2008-2010 while offering lower complaint numbers than the vehicles that followed.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 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…
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with 21-inch tires, however the Tire Information Label states that the vehicles are equipped with 20-inch… Remedy: BMW has notified the affected owners and is providing them with a corrected tire information placard, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact BMW…
Showing 5 of 203 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B063226 | 2026-05-12 | Structure | Hood Return |
| B010122 | 2026-01-21 | Engine | N63TU1 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT SVC CAMPAIGN: OIL CONSUMPTION DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR |
| B652925 | 2025-12-09 | Electrical System | After updating the vehicle software with ISTA,the Central Information Display (CID)… |
| 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… |
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EPA figures are 14 city / 19 highway / 16 combined mpg.