BMW X6 E71

The German car debuted in 2008 and immediately sparked much controversy. Some motorists were delighted with the large size, powerful engine, bold and dynamic style. Others were criticized for their limited practicality and roundness. In 2012, the model underwent a small restyling. Production of the first generation BMW X6 was completed in 2014 with the arrival of the second generation crossover. BMW, in developing the X6, actually established a new niche. The name SAC is the Sport Activity Coupe. Of course, the X6 has little to do with the coupe. The car received a five-door hatchback type body and an all-wheel drive chassis. The X6 is a big car, but only outside. Large dimensions are especially felt when maneuvering in the parking lot. The salon is not that big. It is wide, but most of the space is filled with a high center console and a front panel. There are only two separate seats in the back. Second-row passengers lack space for their feet and head. In 2011, there was a five-seat version, but the third behind is clearly unnecessary. The same can be said about the trunk. In theory, it has a capacity of 570 liters. However, in practice, its capabilities are much smaller, and the lower edge of the opening is too high. It should be admitted that the BMW X6 is not an SUV. Despite all-wheel drive, this model is not suitable for conquering off-road. But she does a great job on the asphalt. The suspension is tight, the steering is direct, and the car readily responds to the driver's commands. But you can’t fight against physics. The BMW X6 weighs more than 2 tons. Therefore, the driver comes to the aid of a large number of electronic systems, including the active DPC differential, which controls the thrust vector. He is so good at his job that the driver is unaware of his presence. But the heavy weight causes the brakes to burn quickly, about every 30,000 km. And replacing them is expensive. The equipment of cars presented in the secondary market is very diverse. It’s incredible, but you can find a BMW X6 even with conventional air conditioning.

Engines

It is necessary to take into account that the operation of the BMW X6 will not be cheap. The car is equipped exclusively with high-power turbo engines, including double and even triple supercharging. The average fuel consumption of gasoline units is at least 15 liters per 100 km. The appetites of diesel engines are lower, but you should not count on a small expense. If you do not own any gas station, it is better to choose a 3-liter turbodiesel, available in different power options - about 230 to 300 hp. Turbochargers are an expendable element that is subject to natural wear. The problem is particularly common with the M50d versions, which use three turbines costing 70,000 rubles each. The nozzles of the Bosch flaming system become useless after 150-200 thousand km. For one nozzle will have to pay 25-29 thousand rubles. Sometimes they can be restored - 9-12 thousand rubles for bulkhead. Soon wear plastic gears of the throttle valve (16 000 rubles for an analogue). Often problems with pulley on the crankshaft (from 17 000 rubles for an analogue) - the damper is destroyed, and the smell of burnt rubber appears. There are cases when customers had to shell out several thousand dollars for repair of the chain drive of the timing system. The most serious problem is the breakdown of the high pressure pump. The piston works in the wrong position, which leads to the appearance of shavings and the failure of the nozzles. Expenses? The new pump costs $1,200. But in addition to the pump, it is necessary to clean the entire fuel system and replace the nozzles. The final bill will exceed $5,000.

Transmission

The transmission elements need regular oil updates (about 21,000 rubles).

Repair of the automatic transmission ZF may need after 200,000 km, for which you will have to pay about 60-100 rubles. Usually short-lived sleeves are to blame.

The all-wheel drive system is relatively reliable. In most cases, only the current stains had to be changed. The X6 series came under a revocable campaign to replace the front driveshaft due to backlash in the slit joint.

Walking

Sooner or later, the big wheels finish off the shock absorbers and suspension levers. None of these repairs will be cheap. For each wheel of the front axle there are three levers (from 3-7 thousand rubles for an analog). To replace all levers and Silentblocks on both axes will need about 65 000 rubles. For the work will ask about 12 000 rubles.

After 150-200 thousand km, the turn of one of the springs is often broken off (from 4000 rubles for an analog). A similar resource have and pneumatic cylinders (from 6000 rubles per analogue) rear air suspension.

Other problems and malfunctions

There are electronics related issues from time to time. For example, the electronic parking brake module (approximately $900 will be required to replace) or the intelligent minus terminal on the battery fails. With age, the keyless access system fails - the board built into the pen fails. A new pen can be purchased for 11-16 thousand rubles.

The uneven distribution of air flow temperature in the cabin (it is warm on the left and cold on the right) is usually caused by a faulty valve of the stove (4-5 thousand rubles). After 200,000 km, the engine of the stove also brings it (from 6000 rubles for an analogue).

Surprisingly, the luxury crossover wears out the rubberized coating of the handles relatively quickly, and the symbols of the often used buttons are erased.

Some of the problems were solved during the service promotions.

Common problems and malfunctions

• short-lived brakes. X6 literally eats brake discs and pads for 25,000 km;

• Noisy tires, especially run-flat Bridgestone

• Fuel pump failure – the recall affected the 35i.

• Defective DVD players in early models

• There are frequent problems with the gas distribution system in 6-cylinder engines.

1. Nozzles. The first problems often appear after 120-150 thousand km. The new Bosch nozzle costs about $350.

2. Shkiv. In time, the cracks noticed will avoid an unpleasant situation on the road. The new pulley costs a lot - about $260.

3. Front suspension, half axles. There are plenty of alternatives to Silentblocks and levers on the market. Sometimes, the front shrubs do not withstand a powerful moment. They only change with the half-axis.

4. Rear suspension. On many instances, it quietly runs 150-200 thousand km.

Specifications of BMW X6 (E71/2008-2014)

Maximum power (hp at rpm)

Limit mass/payload (kg)

Engines

• It is necessary to take into account that the operation of the BMW X6 will not be cheap.
• Turbochargers are an expendable element that is subject to natural wear.
• The problem is particularly common with the M50d versions, which use three turbines costing 70,000 rubles each.
• Often problems with pulley on the crankshaft (from 17 000 rubles for an analogue) - the damper is destroyed, and the smell of burnt rubber appears.
• There are cases when customers had to shell out several thousand dollars for repair of the chain drive of the timing system.
• The most serious problem is the breakdown of the high pressure pump.
• But in addition to the pump, it is necessary to clean the entire fuel system and replace the nozzles.
• Sometimes they were sent for major repairs (400-450 thousand rubles).

Transmission

• Repair of the automatic transmission ZF may need after 200,000 km, for which you will have to pay about 60-100 rubles. Usually short-lived sleeves are to blame.
• The X6 series came under a revocable campaign to replace the front driveshaft due to backlash in the slit joint.

Walking

• None of these repairs will be cheap.

Other problems and malfunctions

• There are electronics related issues from time to time.
• For example, the electronic parking brake module (approximately $900 will be required to replace) or the intelligent minus terminal on the battery fails.
• With age, the keyless access system fails - the board built into the pen fails.
• Some of the problems were solved during the service promotions.

Common problems and malfunctions

• Fuel pump failure – the recall affected the 35i.
• - Problems with the gas distribution system in 6-cylinder engines are not uncommon.
• The first problems often appear after 120-150 thousand km.
• In time, the cracks noticed will avoid an unpleasant situation on the road.

In the secondary market, the choice of BMW X6 is quite wide, but prices are high. The list of offers includes cars, both sold officially through dealers, and imported from Europe and the United States. The latter should be treated with extreme caution - many of them have a dark past.

Consumables and regular maintenance will not come cheap. Maintenance of the BMW X6 is a job for professionals. Even replacing the battery is associated with interference with electronics – the car must be informed that the battery is new and has the same capacity.

Everyone understands that the BMW X6 is not bought to solve practical problems, but to impress. And that, as you know, costs money.

• Engines: Turbochargers are an expendable element that is subject to natural wear.
• Transmission: Repair of the automatic transmission ZF may need after 200,000 km, for which you will have to pay about 60-100 rubles. Usually short-lived sleeves are to blame.
• Driving: None of these repairs will be cheap.
• Other problems and malfunctions: Electronics-related issues are encountered from time to time.
• Common problems and malfunctions: X6 literally eats brake discs and pads for 25,000 km; - noisy tires, especially run-flat Bridgestone; - fuel pump failure - recall affected 35i models; - defective DVD players in early models; - frequent problems with the gas distribution system in 6-cylinder engines. 1. Nozzles.
• Specifications BMW X6 (E71/2008-2014): Maximum power (L.S.)

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