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2010 BMW X6 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 2 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2009 2011 →

Fuel tank capacity

22.5gal · 85 L

The 2010 BMW X6 has a fuel tank capacity of 22.5 gallons (85 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 405–473 highway miles or 293–338 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

22.5 gal · Bigger than 72% of 2010 models we list.

Listed separately: 2010 BMW X6 M (22.5 gal).

Highway range
405–473 mi
City range
293–338 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
15–17 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2010 BMW X6 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 2 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD 3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 15 / 21Range 338 / 473 mi 3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6A AWD 22.5 gal85 L 15 / 21 338 / 473 mi
xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD 4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 13 / 18Range 293 / 405 mi 4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A AWD 22.5 gal85 L 13 / 18 293 / 405 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2010 BMW X6 goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 17 MPG, a full 22.5-gallon tank covers about 383 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full22.5473338
3/416.9354253
1/211.3236169
1/45.611884
1/82.85942

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 39 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
15–17 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
523–592 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2010 BMW X6

$118.80 to fill the 22.5-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
22.5 galPremium$5.28$118.80$89.10

By region, 22.5-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$110.92
Midwest$5.37$120.83
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$102.83
Rocky Mountain$5.12$115.20
West Coast$6.08$136.80
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$143.10

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 22.5-gallon tank$118.80
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,659

Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

X6 tank size in other years

The 2010 X6 uses the same 22.5 gal tank as the 2009 model.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2015 X6 22.4 gal 605 mi
2014 X6 22.4 gal 538 mi
2013 X6 22.4 gal 515 mi
2012 X6 22.5 gal 518 mi
2011 X6 22.5 gal 518 mi
2010 X6 22.5 gal 473 mi
2009 X6 22.5 gal 450 mi
BMW X6 fuel tank by model year
2009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202520262027
← 2009 BMW X6 Every X6 year 2011 BMW X6 →

2010 BMW X6 vs similar 2010 SUVs

At 22.5 gallons, the X6's largest tank ranks sixth of the seven 2010 SUVs compared here. The Audi Q7 carries the most (26.4 gal) and the Volvo XC90 the least (21.1 gal).

2010 modelTankLongest highway range
Audi Q7 26.4 gal 660 mi
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class 26.4 gal 607 mi
Porsche Cayenne 26.4 gal 528 mi
Lexus GX 460 23.0 gal 460 mi
Land Rover LR4 22.8 gal 388 mi
BMW X6 22.5 gal 473 mi
Volvo XC90 21.1 gal 464 mi

Other 2010 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2010 BMW X6 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2010 BMW X6, out of 10 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpOct 17, 2016 · NHTSA 16V746000 · Bmw Of North America, LLC · 136,188 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.

Risk and remedy

Risk: The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2010 BMW X6?

The 2010 BMW X6 holds 22.5 gallons (85 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2010 BMW X6 gas tank hold?

The 2010 BMW X6 tank holds 85 liters, or 22.5 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2010 BMW X6 go on a full tank?

About 405–473 miles on the highway and 293–338 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2010 BMW X6 go on a quarter tank?

About 118 highway miles or 84 in town from the 22.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2010 BMW X6 take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2010 BMW X6?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 22.5-gallon tank from empty costs $118.80. It ranges from $102.83 in the Gulf Coast to $143.10 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2010 BMW X6?

About 140 pounds for the 22.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2010 BMW X6 have a bigger gas tank than the Lexus GX 460?

No. The 2010 Lexus GX 460 holds up to 23.0 gallons; the 2010 BMW X6 holds up to 22.5.

Has the 2010 BMW X6 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2010 BMW X6: 16V746000 (delivery · fuel pump). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (BMW fuel system recalls).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2010 BMW models

1 Series14.0 gallons 3 Series16.1 gallons 5 Series18.5 gallons 5 Series Gran Turismo18.5 gallons 6 Series18.5 gallons 7 Series21.7 gallons ActiveHybrid X622.5 gallons M316.6 gallons M518.5 gallons M618.5 gallons X317.7 gallons X522.5 gallons