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BMW X6 E71 (1st Generation)

2008–2014 · E71 · suv

The E71 X6 is the first-generation BMW X6 and the vehicle that defined the coupé-SUV body style. Built on the E70 X5 platform, it launched for the 2008 model year. Powertrains include the N54 twin-turbo six (xDrive35i, early), N55 single-turbo six (xDrive35i, later) and the N63 twin-turbo V8 in the xDrive50i, plus the S63 in the X6 M.

Watch out: N63 V8 timing chain guides, valve stem seals (blue smoke at startup) and turbocharger life are widely documented concerns; BMW issued a 'Customer Care Package' in the US covering several N63 items on affected cars. N54 high-pressure fuel pump failures and wastegate rattle are also routine.

What your X6 takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

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