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    2012 BMW X6

    The 2012 BMW X6 is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $139,000 for the SE variant and topping out at $248,200 for the M variant.

    There are 5 variants of the X6 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2012.

    The 2012 X6 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the BMW X6 include 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (180kW/540Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (225kW/600Nm), 4.4L v8 turbo (300kW/600Nm) and 4.4L v8 turbo (408kW/680Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $139,000 - $248,200
    Transmission
    6 or 8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $139,000 - $248,200
    Transmission
    6 or 8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2012 BMW X6

    Available Variants

    The BMW X6 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being SE and the most expensive being M.

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    Power to Weight
    86.75 - 177.01 kW/t
    66.61 kW/t
    177.01 kW/t
    Boot Space
    570 litres
    249 litres
    775 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.4 - 13.9 L/100km
    6.4 L/100km
    14.9 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    612 - 1,149 km
    591 km
    1,351 km
    Price
    $139,000 - $248,200
    $110,900
    $248,200
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    3 years
    1 year
    6 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,675 - 2,905 kg
    2,545 kg
    3,275 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,700 - 3,500 kg
    1,500 kg
    3,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    25.1 - 25.4°
    16.7°
    34.6°
    Departure Angle
    22.9 - 25.5°
    19.9°
    30°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    205 - 212 mm
    159 mm
    227 mm
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    2012 BMW X6

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    M Sport

    2023

    $161,900

    M Competition

    2024

    $247,900

    Year
    2024
    2023
    Engine Type
    4.4L Mhev
    3.0L Mhev
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    460 kW
    219 kW

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    2012 BMW X6

    Dimensions

    4,877 mm
    1,983 mm
    1,699 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,877 mm
    Overall Width1,983 mm
    Overall Height1,699 mm
    Wheelbase2,933 mm
    Load Capacity600 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2012 BMW X6

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW X6 is the SE variant that starts from $139,000.

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    The most expensive BMW X6 is the M variant that starts from $248,200.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW X6 is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: SE and M Sport.

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    The largest BMW X6 is the SE variant which measures 1983mm wide, 4877mm in length and sits 1699mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW X6 is the M variant which has 408kW of power and 680nm of torque.

    The BMW X6 is built in USA and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest BMW X6 is the M variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2905 kg.

    The BMW X6 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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