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2021 BMW X6 M Competition: 10 Things Worth Knowing

In 2021 in Canada, does such a rocket really belong on our speed-limited roads? Automotive columnist: , Updated:

5. A premium-premium interior

I feel like I repeat myself often when it comes to the quality of BMW interiors, especially when it concerns the more upscale models. But hey, I’m just calling a spade a spade. And in this case, the combination of leather, carbon-fibre, brushed aluminum and yes, even some plastic elements, is every bit the equal of what the brand offers elsewhere. A damn fine job!

2021 BMW X6 M Competition, steering wheel
2021 BMW X6 M Competition, steering wheel
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2021 BMW X6 M Competition, driver's seat
2021 BMW X6 M Competition, driver's seat
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6. An average fuel consumption of 15.7L/100 km? Yeah right

According to Canadian EnerGuide, the 2021 X6 M Competition averages 15.7L/100 km. Maybe that’s so if you drive it with a case of eggs in the back. In reality, such a beast compels the driver to overdo it, and strong acceleration quickly makes a mockery of the X6 M Competition's theoretical performance at the pump. Plus, just one short trip in heavy traffic and you can kiss any hopes of fuel-consumption sanity goodbye.

2021 BMW X6 M Competition, rear
2021 BMW X6 M Competition, rear
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