The BMW X6 is positioned between the more conventional X5 and the performance-focused XM in BMW’s SUV lineup. It debuted in 2008 as the first-ever Sports Activity Coupe, combining the muscular stance of an SUV with the sloping roofline of a coupe. The first generation (E71) ran from 2008 to 2014, followed by the second generation (F16) from 2014 to 2019. The X6 is currently in its third generation (G06), which launched in 2019 and received a facelift in 2023.

The BMW X6 often attracts praise and criticism in equal measure. It's arguably one of the most misunderstood SUVs in the market due to its ambiguous body style. BMW later branded it as a Sports Activity Coupe but the confusion still persists. To some, the X6 is nothing more than a glorified hatchback and to others, it’s a dynamic SUV with outstanding agility and sportiness. Regardless of the dichotomy, the X6 is an excellent SUV that is best suited for people with an urban lifestyle that requires minimal off-road travel. It competes with the Mercedes Benz GLC, Volvo XC60 and Audi Q5.