BMW G06 X6 M50i and M60i vs G80 M3
The G80 M3 scores higher, by more than the range either could move.
BMW G06 X6 M50i and M60i
49Guide Score for 2021Not for most buyersabout $3,420 a year to own
BMW G80 M3
89Guide Score for 2022Excellentabout $2,818 a year to own
| Part | G06 X6 M50i and M60i | G80 M3 |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage | 3 counts 14 of 100 | 34 counts 16 of 100 |
| Engine | 46 counts 14 of 100 | 62 counts 16 of 100 |
| Drive feel | 61 counts 19 of 100 | 76 counts 21 of 100 |
| Analog connection | 64 counts 10 of 100 | 74 counts 10 of 100 |
| Weight | 30 counts 10 of 100 | 72 counts 10 of 100 |
| Long-term value | not measured | not measured |
| Ownership | 55 counts 19 of 100 | 69 counts 12 of 100 |
| Acclaim | 24 counts 14 of 100 | 73 counts 16 of 100 |
| Chance of a bill over $10,000 in five years | 3.3% | under 0.1% |
| Cost to own a year | $3,420 ($2,186 to $5,440) | $2,818 ($1,870 to $4,652) |
| The bills that decide it | Front differential and transfer case failure; Coolant and turbo oil line leaks in the hot vee (N63, 2020 to 2023 cars); Oil consumption (N63, 2020 to 2023 cars) | Coolant tank and charge-air cooler leaks; Carbon buildup (direct injection); Infotainment software glitches |
Guide Score method v5-final.14; each score is shown with its cost to own (about $3,420 a year to own and about $2,818 a year to own at each best year). How it works.