BMW X6 (E71) 40d (306 hp) xDrive Steptronic

Diesel engine with 306 hp (225 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm), built 2010–2012, SUV body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power306 hp (225 kW)
Torque443 lb-ft (600 Nm)
0–62 mph6.5 s
Top speed147 mph (236 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version40d (306 hp) xDrive Steptronic
Engine codeN57D30
Displacement3.0 L (2,993 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio16-5
Bore84 mm
Stroke90 mm
Engine oil capacity7.1 qt (6.7 l)
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power306 hp (225 kW) @ 4400 rpm
Torque443 lb-ft (600 Nm) @ 1500-2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.5 s
Top speed147 mph (236 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City27 mpg (8.8 l/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.5 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions319 g/mi (198 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank22.5 gal (85 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSUV
Doors4
Length192.0 in (4,877 mm)
Width78.1 in (1,983 mm)
Height66.5 in (1,690 mm)
Curb weight4,652 lb (2,110 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,975 lb (2,710 kg)
Cargo volume20.1 cu ft (570 l)
Drag coefficient0.34

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link
Tires255/50 R19
Wheels9J x 19
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a BMW X6 with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other BMW X6 (E71) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
30d (235 hp) xDrive SteptronicDiesel235 hp (173 kW)
35d (286 hp) xDrive SteptronicDiesel286 hp (210 kW)
35i (306 hp) xDrive SteptronicGasoline306 hp (225 kW)
50i (407 hp) xDrive SteptronicGasoline407 hp (299 kW)
30d (245 hp) xDrive SteptronicDiesel245 hp (180 kW)
35i (306 hp) xDrive SteptronicGasoline306 hp (225 kW)
50i (407 hp) xDrive SteptronicGasoline407 hp (299 kW)

← All BMW X6 (E71) engines

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