Why? BMW X6M Competition Review 2021

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[@JoeAchilles1]

Win your dream car with £50,000 cash in the boot 👉 bit.ly/Win-A-Car-Plus-50K-Cash

[@andrewcouper770]

Weirdly, I'm a big fan of the looks

[@dair7947]

Same here, seen one in person recently and it looks very futuristic, the on road equivalent to a UFO 😭

[@chydolimit]

I loove the looks...get disappointed hearing about how bad the ride quality is...though I wonder if it can also be an individual thing as well....

[@NotoriousCB1997]

@@chydolimit my dad has one, ride quality is phenomenal

[@farodopi5170]

previous generation look was better. IMHO. the back, especially those headlight are absolutely horrific. As joe says only a mother could love it. but all the rest is fine. for an SUV of course. this back looks very much as the series 2 grand coupe which i also don’t like. i really don’t understand their reason to exist. it looks cheap as hell

[@chydolimit]

When it comes to cars opinions and likes will always differ...hence there is always a car for everyone's taste....and money....

[@farahkandil4254]

You have no appreciation for this beauty. This is one of the greatest Coupe SUV’s ever made and this is the only review I’ve watched that frowns on the insane engineering and work that went through making it. Your opinion about looks or whatever are up to you but cannot deny that the x6m competition is a piece of art, at least in terms of its mechanics. For me this is one of the best looking cars TO DATE.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Horrible object that doesn't work in the UK

[@lovecarsTV]

Always great to hear your thoughts on cars Joe 👍

[@JoeAchilles1]

Thanks buddy, hope you and the team are well ♥️

[@seanthomson3466]

Me too that is so important that we have the right facts on cars 😆❤️

[@MrBulletpoint]

Getting into the car with those muddy shoes is triggering my ocd

[@Mr_M23]

me too lol

[@205500830]

Nice video Joe... I love the x6m shape, maybe I’m weird but it has so much presence

[@emmanuelmulaudzi9765]

Especially in that colour

[@mbizozo6271]

What an intro! Seeing that behemoth dance like that is spectacular. Great video Joe, like always👍🏽

[@futcoinsniper3195]

Just as car enthusiasts continue to say "I don't get why people buy this" or "why would you ever buy a heavy SUV that has this kind of power/speed" I continue to say, why not? As a daily? Bring it on! 1) Many of us are not in a financial position where we can afford both a true sports car and a car that we can haul around the family/groceries etc...We have ONE car to purchase and when buying an X3M/X4M/X6M etc... it allows us to somewhat enjoy the power of a sports car and the practicality of an SUV. 2) For many of us, we get snow, and lots of it. Unfortunately, buying an M3 or M2 Comp is not going to do the job (even with snow tires). We might be able to enjoy the car throughout the spring/summer but in the Midwest, once fall/winter hits its cold weather, wet weather, and snow. The 2021 M3 w/ xDrive is something I would pounce at if it was available, but since it wont be until end of '21, we're left with less options if we're looking at M cars. 3) These vehicles are absolute monsters and actually quite fun to drive on the main road. Many of us are not going to the track so why not be able to enjoy an everyday daily and the performance it brings along with it? Sure it is not the smoothest ride, but personally I quite enjoy that stiff sport feeling. There's nothing like dusting a C8 corvette as it tries to gain traction when you take off in an X3M Comp :) With that aside, keep up the good work, Joe!

[@user-fs8lz9re2q]

Spot on, I love them yeah the rear isn't the best but I aint looking at it, I always park rear in first.

[@newbeginnings8566]

If you can't afford a 2nd sports car you can't afford £130,000 to buy this.. Practical hardly great for the size... everyday use.. Try this vehicle in snowy, muddy roads... Those tyres and wheel sizes will have you sliding into the scenery as quick as you like.. Even in heavy rain it can aquaplane quite easily...

[@morganoxer5560]

I understand performance suvs to an extent and you’ve said quite well why I agree but bmw is the only brand I think they truly make sense because they don’t offer a performance estate. If it was my money I’d buy an RS6 avant and then there’s also the e63 wagon. But I think the argument is more compelling for bmw because they don’t offer that style of car but you then wouldn’t buy the likes of an x6 if you’re after practicality. The Q8 is a coupe suv done brilliantly but again you don’t buy them for practicality you’d just get the q7 or x5/x7. I love performance suvs though I think why the hell not produce as many high performance suvs while yoi can with thirsty engines before they are all fazed out. Think I rambled but yeah 😂

[@futcoinsniper3195]

@@newbeginnings8566 I haven't tried the X6M, I personally have an X4M Comp and have had 0 issues in the snow in Chicago and I'm on the performance tires it came with. Of course I cannot leave it on sports plus and drive like a goon, but it has gotten the job done. I've owned an E46 M3 for 16 years and got tired of being unable to enjoy it in the winter. As I said, if the M3 xdrive was out, I would have pounced all over that, but very happy with the X4MC, love it.

[@chydolimit]

I couldn't say it any better...👌👌

[@BorisBeer24]

I honestly like both the x5m and x6m equally

[@pjmoody]

Another awesome video Joe. Thanks for sharing with us all. keep them coming. All the best mate.

[@mehmetosman6662]

Another great review Joe. Can wait to see you new M3 review.

[@BenAtkinsonVideos]

Awesome video Joe. Tonnes of angles and effort into this. 👌

[@dean1834]

By far IMO the best reviewer of any car these days great work Joe.

[@MrCocoevo]

Joe love to hear your thoughts on cars always look forward to your uploads you should be on top gear, 😉👍

[@antonoat]

Still trying to track down Harry for a race on the B4437, lol. Great review as always Joe.

[@ascott2264]

that road ain't big enough for both of them...

[@polattanoglu756]

Very good review Joe. You never disappoint.

[@korif7449]

Big thanks for good content )

[@CarsofGlasgow]

Great video Joe! That X6M Sounds great!!

[@calum2403]

This car defines the meaning of Sports Utility Vehicle

[@ercanozturk17]

Again good job! Do you see any chance to drive the new LCI G30 Alpina B5? I think they are now also available in the UK now. Great channel. Keep up the good work!

[@nasosnasos8054]

LOVE

[@simond3751]

Excellent Joe. Just signed the deal on a new X5M Comp with that ultimate pack so I'm pleased you prefer it over the X6M Comp. Thanks for another revealing and honest vid. Best on KZbin. Simon

[@orenshukrun8952]

Love your videos, Its interesting how you talking about that car in the beginning of the video but its also amazing to hear how the ton of your vice change as soon you Lounch and drive that amazing machine. 😂 I had 2 x6. The ultimate driving machine 😎

[@robertw.1499]

Well, here's one of those people. I love it, all of it! ❤️ I sat in the back of an X6 (I drive an X3) a couple of months ago and I'm 5'11". You must have had that driver's seat fully back to have a problem. And if you have two adults behind you, then let the smaller of the two sit behind the driver. Your comment about the driving and ride quality is well founded. The X Competition series is renowned for being nervous and uncomfortable. Great review, bravo 👏

[@bengoldstraw1904]

Another great vid Joe. Personally I like the look 👍

[@mikyboy2006]

These are loved to bits in east europe. I think they are inteded more to those markets. Great video as always.

[@C90C60C30]

Always think you do a great product on your channel Joe. Ever considered doing a sideline of something like a 3.0L CSL (BatMobile) type of car from the early days?

[@damindra]

Hi Joe, always find it funny when you get in these cars that dont fit you!! I am lucky I am 5'4 and fit in all cars!!! Great vid buddy stay safe!!

[@stiopka8120]

F

[@chydolimit]

Not the best car for Joe's height..not that he will be in the back seat if he got one....but how often do you have people in the back seat..apart from children if you happen to have them? If you don't have tall passengers...its a Beauty of a car I think...

[@ihateyanks321]

Good to see you in west Oxfordshire. Shame didn’t see you in my M3 👍🏻

[@malcolmscott4150]

I’d have an x6 any day over the x5 or 4 if I had the need - I like its style as unique but I would just go for a 30d version

[@veronicianyveronica5290]

The coolest car ever

[@hyper_5pace902]

Take the 40d I have driven both variants and the 30d on a car that size feels so gutless

[@icarussalami3979]

lol😹😹😹😹😹😹😹

[@nikolausulreich1547]

Thanks for your honest opinion. :)

[@rogerioleandromelo6886]

Hello Joe, first of all congratulations for the channel, great content, I was watching the tests of the bmw X5 M Competition and the X6 M Competition, if you were to choose one of them, which one would it be, which one did you like best and why.

[@Kelveron]

Good point on X5M making more sense than X6M That said, other reviews of the X6M I've seen/read didn't find the ride especially nervous. Firm yes, but not to the point of being unusable!

[@colla555]

I like the looks of X3, X5 more than X4, X6

[@veronicianyveronica5290]

It handled better than the x5 m and it’s faster than Lamborghini Urus .

[@simonecominato5561]

I really like your honest review: thanks!

[@davepyne62]

Another good review Joe. I've watched alot of your BM reviews and I think BMW could do with watching some as you dont seem to be impressed with the ride quality on any of the newer models except the M5 and M2 comp. Loved your latest one with your 7 too. Look forward to the next one.

[@ianstoys13mgs]

Harry Metcalfe says 1st, can't shift on that road for folk "testing" cars

[@scottiecopasetic8315]

Thanks for the review & explaining the BOTB. I initially thought it was an acronym for Bottom Of The Barrel (depicting your feelings about the X6). We all know what BYOB means. But kids are creating a whole new language via txt that's hard to keep up with. Sorry Joe, I know this comment is off topic but it's always great seeing you review vehicles (and M cars). Can u review Shmarks' redesigned M2Comp sometime?

[@Bcfc-rv7yi]

Haha almost loses the back end in that first clip..! Epic machine though 👏🏽

[@unverified_Vids]

0:05 mans almost threw the car into the bush😂

[@veronicianyveronica5290]

He never drive any car straight 🤣🤣🤣

[@Cardboardcar918]

Absolutely love the back

[@bh4560]

I love it. Even the rear. 😍

[@johnm6587]

Super honest video mate! As always you make alot of sense....but f#@k me.... 3.6 to 60 in the damp???!!! Ohhhh my

[@JoeAchilles1]

Thanks buddy! Yeah unbelievably fast for a such a big thing

[@benhopcroft3168]

Good honest (almost brutally!) review.

[@Ben-hk9hc]

Give me the X5M anyday! 🤷🏻‍♂️ great video as always though Joe 👍🏼👍🏼

[@sm07zx]

Joe your reviews are pure class. Appreciate the honest and entertaining commentary

[@dunkelheit6341]

Ooh I like the Michelin jacket! Where did you get it from?

[@milannekuhh9818]

That intro was sick

[@Stan5o]

First clip I also thought the rear end had been caved in. 😂 Thanks for sharing 👍

[@Tracertme]

A great honest review, respect is due, all I can say is thank goodness I don't own any SUV... especially these alleged sporting versions... now that's a nice comment , so I will leave it there.

[@zhar9393]

Really surprised that the x5m handles so differently to the x6m. I’ve heard about this before on the previous mode but wasn’t sure it was true. As for the “tramline” effect of the steering, yeah it feels so scary at first to drive this car fast on bumpy roads. But you get used to it over time and afterwards you don’t want to go back to cars that don’t have this extra “feel” for the road. X6m owner myself. I’d say the only time I don’t like the overly sporty set up of this car is when covering very long distances in one day (500 miles etc), by the end of the journey you just want a regular soft x6. But for all other times I drive mine, I absolutely wouldn’t take anything else. Wondering just much different the x5m is in terms of suspension and steering feel ?

[@EmmanuelDavid75]

Who needs an Urus when you have a BMW X6M Competition.

[@alvpha]

Would this be a good daily driver? Also does it come standard with ambient lighting?

[@peterclifton6312]

Great video as always, it’s one of them cars i just don’t get coupe SUV what’s the point 🤷‍♂️

[@alastaircunningham5142]

Enstone! The very early days of learning to J turn a Mk 2 Polo :p

[@hardcoreep]

Welcome to the club on the visuals.

[@alexsilver9643]

Could you compare suspension of this new X6M with previous generation X6M? Is it less comfortable or more or less the same?

[@PerfDayToday]

Love your channel, at 0:05 in, I thought that was a shot of a big dent in the LR panel. Nope, a design cue. Never cared much for this model of bmw, as one auto journalist coined, ‘bmw’s answer to the question never asked.’ Ok, that’s funny, many people like it though, and it sells, cool beans. In it’s defense, real exhaust tips unlike audi. 👊🏻 Through reviews as always. Loved your 52.7 mpg 900 mile 7 series video. Gorgeous car, paint, etc.

[@Dan-re7go]

Ah Joe, I was waiting for the gestures again.

[@john2357]

Say what you want about the X6, I have NEVER seen a car with more presence on the road than this

[@JoeAchilles1]

Yep it certainly stands out 😳

[@Thisismyhandle218]

Great video Joe! 👌🏻 why indeed... the X5M does everything this does but better and looks better. Personally preference is a funny thing 👍🏻

[@philjamesdrummer1870]

Fastest bus ever!!!😂😂

[@DocUltimate]

It’s like asking why they make 2 doors cars when 4 doors is more practical. Can we just love the fact that they giving us more choice. And I like the x6M The back could have been better tho but it’s not too bad Thanks for the vids man, really appreciate it

[@bilgehandemirkan3959]

Sir, your voice is better with a little microphone device that you use in the back seat. I think you should use it all reviews.

[@gbart2679]

Sounds like Mike @ Motech needs to work his magic on that suspension set up.

[@BorisBeer24]

BOTB is only for uk residents? Edit: registered and played, fingers crossed

[@bogdanobogeanu5758]

I like that you are so honest even if you are a great BMW fan and i love the way you present cars 😊

[@yorkshiredefender1105]

I changed my 325-30-21s from runflats and it handles so much better a lot less twitchy and doesn’t tramline any more.

[@richatkinson989]

Think I'm gonna go buy some skinny Jean's now, bloody influencers eh 😁

[@Mario-fv3zs]

The rear end of the 1ste generation X6 was much better looking than the current generation. It had a sportier, more menacing look.

[@mattpashley5493]

Hi Joe I love your videos what tyres can you put on a m235i 2016 reg? I want Michelin ps4s but can only find the them for the front. My tyre fitters can only get ps4 not the ps4s for the rears? Is this correct? Thanks mate

[@JoeAchilles1]

Hey buddy, appreciate the support mate! Yeah unfortunately you can only get the PS4S'S in 19's or bigger in the UK at the moment, 18's will be available later in the year. Either get a set of PS4's or the Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersports 👌

[@mattpashley5493]

@@JoeAchilles1thanks Joe buddy 👍

[@Tbo1235]

Lovely looking vehicle

[@843idfa]

4:11 уоu muddied the bloody floor mats, couldn't уоu find an asphalt anywhere?

[@mossikhalid4877]

When you have money to buy these, nothing has to make sense if you like it you can buy it, if you don’t like it look away to what you do like. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@colinmorand129]

Exactly

[@shawnsimpson970]

That's what I did 😉

[@scottgreen6523]

Harry Metcalf Corner 😂

[@SenszR]

Horrible car but what a weapon! Feels weird watching you send it in something so big.

[@TheBiggerrich]

Hey that’s Harry’s bend! Did you pop into see him?

[@grayknight836]

Grew up with wagons, but you can't get them here in the States 🗽 anymore 😤. The X4 platform works for my taste and needs. Wish the X4/X6 came with a solid Carbon Fiber Roof to lighten it up, don't need or want a panoramic moonroof, also want a Trailer Hitch included. The BMW Exterior Design Team definitely needs an enema. ✌🏻

[@henrisomer2074]

The rear looks just fine joe, it looks modern and smooth.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Like I said, taste is subjective 👌

[@_dan_here_]

Which make are you jeans Joe? Good review BTW.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Thanks buddy, I only tend to wear G-Star, they have always fitted me really well 👌

[@_dan_here_]

@@JoeAchilles1 Thanks mate. I was just looking at those online, you look a similar build to me - they fit you well.

[@BmwAlfa123]

This is the most accurate portrayal of the X6M I have ever seen.

[@markusmoo1]

Looks like the road you see Harry Metcalfe driving on his channel all the time.

[@bulentcyprus9300]

Great review again . Why people buy this shap suv i still can't understand too. Mec has one too . There must be ugly ducklings in every manufacturer. Keep.safe Joe .

[@sandyvalentin3072]

Joe ..Wish you would do a review on the 2021 BMW X4m , I’d like to hear your opinion on it thinking about buying one. 😊

[@JoeAchilles1]

I've done one on the X3M mate, same thing just less practical

[@sandyvalentin3072]

@@JoeAchilles1 Ok .. Thx

[@Chris-jt4ux]

So do you hold this view for the other performance SAVs where there is a standard SUV? Cayenne Turbo coupe, RSQ8, GLE63.... I remembered you liked the RSQ8. Don't get the point of them myself, but is it the X6 or the class in general?

[@JoeAchilles1]

No, hence me saying buy the X5M of RS Q8 instead

[@drewk8601]

Joe, as someone who appreciates BMW engineering - a fanboy, your words - it's refreshing to hear your honest take on the X6 M Comp. I found it very insightful that you recommended the Audi RS Q8 as a more confidence building and comfort inducing alternative. I was also wondering what your confidence level is in terms of drive trains? Don't get me wrong, BMW's V8 performance is impressive, but the N63 has had a notorious history of reliability issues. I own a couple Audi's (S5, Q5) and was looking to move to a midsize performance SUV/coupe. I like the look - don't ask me why?! - of the humpback X6 - especially in the M50i trim: it's interior cabin accommodations, sans the rear seat room are premo! But I lack confidence in the durability of it's hot vee twin turbo v8. The SQ8/RSQ8 is beautiful but lacking many premium interior amenity options. The Porsche Cayenne S/GTS have most of the features at a very steep price though. Merc has suspended production of majority of its biturbo v8 production (to N America). Are you confident in the durability of the VWG/Audi/Porsche twin-turbo hot vee V8s? If one were to go with six cylinders, one can't argue build quality of BMW's I6 (B58, etc) over the V6 competition. Keep up the great content!!!

[@pocoyo9709]

Late reply, but im pretty sure these cars use S63 engine... Still a hot-vee V8 but completely different in terms of reliability.

[@gmehmeti]

FYI there’s no difference is suspension setup between X5M and X5M Comp and X6M and X6M Comp. Unlike the M5 and M5 comp there’s no suspension change

[@kurthoman242]

It is all subjective which means it comes down to "different strokes for different folks". The fact that you can't understand why someone would spend the money to buy this car is in fact the reason why people would spend the money to buy this car.

[@kozgazdok]

I don't really like BMW cars but this monster looks awesome! Even from the back. It was interesting too see someone's opinion about the back of the car. Great video by the way!

[@thePurpleViewGH.]

i think it looks awesome too!!

[@tlrprice7]

My dad has an older X6M no one is every in the back except my little brother.

[@evan668]

He’s just in love with the Audi 😂

[@Ssh52]

If for some reason you want a super SUV like the Urus but don't quite have enough, forget the RSQ8, get one of these... 🤷🏽‍♂️ I'd still say a super saloon/estate is the better thing to get tho 😂

[@ickebins6948]

The X6 in general is more like a marketing stunt. Building a car for a specific niche in the market, that doesnt exist... And the "competition" makes no sense as a model name anyway, nothing competetive about the lump of metal

[@roysalmon551]

Once I love something no one can change my mind from it. This is my dream car

[@stephenlane9168]

Another enjoyable video Joe. Prefer the X5 the X6 styling is a very limited audience appeal. In fact the X5 45e is the pick of the bunch on the market from BMW given UKs 2030 deadline on ICEs

[@01.k.p]

The back of this thing is just awful

When you reverse into a bollard no one will notice.

[@deanj846]

Plus sides A,you can't see how bad it is from inside..B, Just walk to the front and the rear is least of your worries style wise.

[@DDLNX]

Bmw styling wise have lost it.

[@Pmjs]

I prefer to buy a used X4 20d xdrive as it is a nice size for me.

[@AdiiS]

I get such anxiety when I see you drive on the left side, I know it's the correct way to drive in the UK but holy shit I would never be able to drive in the UK.

[@gaara4667]

Same way I feel about left hand drive cars

[@teesho7868]

Wow! You look better with the beard.

[@szwidix]

Agree that practicality is too much limited with this car which brings to point why you would need X6 than standard 5 Series sedan. I think only looks, which actually I am big fan of but after comparing it to BMW M5 or 550i it very hard to justify purchase of X6.

[@lililiil244]

So, the 4,4 litre V8 with 750 NM and either 530/600/625 hp is in the M550i, M850i, X5M50i, X6M50i, X7M50i, M5, M5 competition, M8, M8 competition, X5M, X5M competition, X6M, X6M competition, M8, M8 competition and the 750i/750Li models. The mistakes BMW M makes are not all that much about the styling, but the marketing they do, which does really water down the M sub-brand with those M performance models and those competition models and etc.. Just make it like it used to be, just one M model with unique motor and that is it. Now, M cars are more for instagram models, instead of true drivers.