DecodedCars2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 4.4L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 17 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 21 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2011 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 is a SUV - offered with a 4.4L 8-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (17 city / 19 highway), 5% worse than the 2011 SUV - average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2011
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2010 ActiveHybrid X6 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2010; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2010 ActiveHybrid X6 →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ActiveHybrid X6 Hybrid | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 19 / 18 | -5% | $4,550 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6.
Similar 2011 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | 15 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2011 Porsche Cayenne | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2011 BMW X5 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 18 |
| 2011 BMW X3 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 21 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2011 BMW ActiveHybrid X6. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other ActiveHybrid X6 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 ActiveHybrid X6 | 18 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →