BMW X6 E71 Front Bumper Grille Front Kidney Silver Left N/S 7171395

BMW X6 E71 Front Bumper Grille Front Kidney Silver Left N/S is an original part from the Grilles and radiator grilles category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle body. The silver finish ensures a consistent look with the factory styling of the BMW X6 E71 while providing a precise fit to the bumper.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7171395-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7171395
• Substitutable numbers: 7171395, 51137171395, 7305591
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Grille
• Color: Silver
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function of the component

The presented front bumper kidney grille is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the vehicle's front end and proper airflow management in the bumper area. Its placement on the front left side of the body guarantees compatibility with the factory mounting points in the BMW X6 E71, without the need for structural modifications.

The silver color allows for maintaining a uniform stylistic line with other front-end elements, which is particularly important during post-accident repairs or when replacing individual components. As a result, the grille fits well into the original design characteristic of the BMW brand.

Construction, fitment, and installation

The element has been designed as a part dedicated to a specific model, which translates into proper alignment with the bumper and adjacent components. The construction intended for installation in the front left zone of the vehicle facilitates service work – the mounting points are consistent with the factory solutions used in the BMW X6 E71.

A used bumper grille is a solution that allows for economical repair while maintaining the original geometry and body lines. In practice, this means the ability to restore the correct appearance of the car's front without the need to invest in a new part, while maintaining the proper fit to the bumper and other air intake system components.

Benefits of using an original grille

Using an original front bumper grille in a BMW X6 E71 offers several significant advantages:

• maintaining the consistent styling of the vehicle's front thanks to the appropriate shape and surface finish,
• secure fit to factory mounting points in the front left area,
• reducing the risk of installation problems typical of low-quality aftermarket replacements,
• the possibility of effective visual repair after damage to the bumper or front bodywork.

For users who consciously choose used parts, this is a compromise between cost and maintaining the original character of the vehicle. Original BMW origin promotes maintaining the proper appearance and correct integration with other front-end elements.

Application in service practice

This front bumper kidney grille will prove useful both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn or damaged front-end elements of the BMW X6 E71. Its location in the front left part of the vehicle makes it a component often exposed to mechanical damage, which is why its proper selection is important for the final visual effect.

When comparing different types of parts – original, aftermarket, and used – a guide describing the differences in costs, quality, and fitment may be helpful. More information can be found in the article Original, aftermarket, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?.

Expanding the scope of repairs within the BMW front end

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front belt area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional grilles, meshes, or air intake components, check the available parts in the BMW Grilles and radiator grilles category.