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2021 BMW X6 M Competition: 10 Things Worth Knowing

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Vincent Aubé
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9. M driving, configured to the mood of the moment

The two red buttons (M1 and M2) on the steering wheel allow the driver to access one of two pre-configured driving modes. Indeed, via the menus in the infotainment system, drivers can adjust several vehicle settings to create the one that suits them best. And the nice thing about two buttons is that you can prepare two specific modes... in addition to all those available between the two occupants, not far from the gearbox lever.

2021 BMW X6 M Competition, M2 button
2021 BMW X6 M Competition, M2 button | Photo: V.Aubé

10. Less practical than the X5 M Competition, and $3,000 more expensive

I won't surprise anyone by saying that the X6 M Competition is less practical than the X5 M Competition; trunk space is slightly smaller, and there’s less headroom. The 6 is also more expensive than the 5.

In this case, it's up to the buyer to determine if they need the extra amount of space on occasion or if they opt for the X6 for its superior aerodynamics.

The 2021 BMW X6 M Competition, on the road
The 2021 BMW X6 M Competition, on the road | Photo: BMW
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Vincent Aubé
Vincent Aubé
Automotive expert
  • Over 17 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 60 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 200 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists