The X6 was introduced as a costlier, sportier version of the X line of SUVs in 2008. It has had 3 variations of key fob remote controls.
| Model | Trims | Years | Key Fob Type | Key SubType | Rechargeable? Ease of change | Battery | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E71 X6 | xDrive35i, xDrive35i, xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid X6, xDrive30d, xDrive35d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2008-2014 | Rectangular Shaped Key | Comfort Access | No. Easy to change battery | CR2032 | Check on Amazon |
| E71 X6 | xDrive35i, xDrive35i, xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid X6, xDrive30d, xDrive35d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2008-2014 | Rectangular Shaped Key | Non Comfort Access | Yes, Requires solder, soldering gun, and rechargeable battery with legs to replace | VL 2020 3v | Check on Amazon |
| F16 X6 | sDrive35i, xDrive35i, xDrive50i, M, xDrive30d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2014-present | Sleek Slant Shaped Key | No. Easy to change battery | CR2032 | Check on Amazon |
How To Replace the E71 BMW X6 (2008-2013) Comfort Access Key Fob Remote Control Battery
Battery: CR2032
Fob Type: Comfort Access
This is how to replace the comfort access key fob version of the E71 BMW x6:
Buy CR 2032 Replacement Battery on Amazon
How To Replace the E71 BMW X6 (2008-2013) Non-Comfort Access Key Fob Remote Control Battery
Battery: VL2020
Fob Type: Non-Comfort Access
Buy VL 2020 Replacement Battery on Amazon
How To Replace the F16 BMW X6 (2014+) Key Fob Remote Control Battery
Battery: VL2020
Fob Type: Sleek Slant Shaped
Here’s a video on how to replace the CR2032 battery in the newer sleek slanted shaped key of the X6: