Which year to buy
Best bet2023Fewest serious problems: 0.5× usual
Avoid2024Far more serious problems than usual
Be careful2010–2012, 2019–2020, 2025More problems; check the recalls were done
Too new to judge: 2026. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2010CAREFULSerious complaints 1.7× usual, mostly engine and air bags Extended coverage
132 serious complaints of 149, the most about engine (49) and air bags (40); per car on the road, 1.7× this model's usual year. 14 recalls. NHTSA investigation RQ18001: idler pulley bolt failure.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2010 BMW X5. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, her nephew attempted to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated there was an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Mar 2025
“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 bmw x5. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags) and 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, Nov 2016
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage SCR ACTIVE TANK (RESERVOIR): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the above-referenced vehicle, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the SCR Active Tank to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original… (B012316, Sep 2016)
- Extended coverage For the above-referenced vehicles with passenger's side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. (B011718, Oct 2018)
- Extended coverage When performing ISTA/D diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the Footwell Module (FRM) could fail. (B012016, Aug 2016)
- Extended coverage Engine Camshaft (VANOS) Adjustment Units: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years Without Mileage Limitation. INFORMATION BMW of North America, LLC ("BMW NA") is extending the limited warranty for the Camshaft (VANOS) Adjustment Units on certain model BMW vehicles equipped with the non-turbocharged… (011014, Oct 2014)
- Extended coverage In-Tank Fuel Delivery Module (Pump): Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years Without Mileage Limitation. INFORMATION On the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the ? (B010515, Jul 2015)
- Extended coverage For the above-referenced vehicles with driver's side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. (B011618, Oct 2018)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
149 owner complaints · 14 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 14–22 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2010 trims and features
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2010
First year we have trim data for.
2010 X5 trims
| xDrive30i | xDrive35d | xDrive48i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | $47,600 | $51,300 | $56,300 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder Valvetronic | Advanced Diesel with BluePerformance | 4.8-liter V-8 |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 265 hp | 350 hp |
| Torque | 225 lb-ft | 425 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft |
| Transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Awd | Awd | Awd |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max cargo | 75 cu ft | 75 cu ft | 75 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,982 lb | 5,225 lb | 5,335 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 10 + option | 10 + option | 10 + option |
| Driver assistance | |||
| 360-degree camera | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option | Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 2 + option | 2 + option | 2 + option |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheels | 18 in + option | 18 in + option | 18 in + option |
Packages and options (63)
| xDrive30i | xDrive35d | xDrive48i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cold Weather Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Increased Top Speed Limiter | Optional | — | Optional |
| M Sport Package | Optional | — | Optional |
| Premium Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Sound Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Climate Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sport Activity Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Technology Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Steering | Optional | — | Optional |
| Adaptive Drive | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Automatic High Beams | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Running Boards | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Space-Saver Spare | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Assist with Bluetooth | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort Access Keyless Entry | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Head-Up Display | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Rear Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Multi-Contour Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Nappa Leather Dashboard and Center Console | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear-Seat Entertainment | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3rd Row Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| iPod and USB Adapter | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Satellite Radio with 1 Year Subscription | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Smartphone Integration | Optional | Optional | — |
| Park Distance Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 18" Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke (Style 209) with Run-Flat All-Season Tires | — | — | Standard |
| 18" Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke (Style 210) with Run-Flat All-Season Tires | Standard | Standard | — |
| 19" Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke (Style 212) with Run-Flat All-Season Tires | Optional | Optional | — |
| 19" Light-Alloy Wheels (Style 223M) | Optional | — | Optional |
| 19" Light-Alloy Wheels Y Spoke (Style 211) with Run-Flat All-Season Tires | — | — | Optional |
| 20" Light-Alloy Wheels (Style 227M) | — | — | Optional |
| 20" Light-Alloy Wheels Y Spoke (Style 214) with Mixed Run-Flat Performance Tires | — | — | Optional |
| Brushed Aluminum | Optional | — | Optional |
| Dark Bamboo Wood | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Burl Walnut Wood | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Light Poplar Wood | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carbon Black Metallic | Optional | — | Optional |
| Deep Green Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral Green Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Monaco Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Bronze Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Space Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Titanium Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Vermilion Red Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Beige Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — |
| Black Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — |
| Black Nappa Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Nevada Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Perforated Nevada Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Saddle Brown Nevada Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Nappa Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Nevada Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Perforated Nevada Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tobacco Nappa Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tobacco Nevada Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 mpg | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2026 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 375–483 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 523–617 hp | AWD, RWD | 15–25 mpg | 4 of 5 | 2 | 24 | Electrical system (9) | — |
| 2025 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 375–483 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 523–617 hp | AWD, RWD | 15–25 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 62 | Electronic stability control (esc) (18) | Yes |
| 2024 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 375–483 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 523–617 hp | AWD, RWD | 15–25 mpg | 4 of 5 | 8 | 145 | Electronic stability control (esc) (56) | Yes |
| 2023 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 282–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 523–600 hp | AWD, RWD | 15–23 mpg | 4 of 5 | 4 | 33 | Power train (8) | Yes |
| 2022 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 282–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 523–600 hp | AWD, RWD | 15–23 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 72 | Power train (26) | Yes |
| 2021 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD, RWD | 15–23 mpg | 4 of 5 | 12 | 109 | Electrical system (39) | Yes |
| 2020 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 335–355 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 456–600 hp | AWD, RWD | 15–23 mpg | 4 of 5 | 11 | 112 | Electrical system (39) | Yes |
| 2019 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 255–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 443–567 hp | AWD | 19–22 mpg | 4 of 5 | 13 | 191 | Electrical system (71) | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 308 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 255–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 255–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 443–567 hp | AWD, RWD | 16–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 72 | Electrical system (15) | Yes |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 308 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 255–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 255–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 443–567 hp | AWD, RWD | 16–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 6 | 74 | Electrical system (17) | Yes |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 308 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 255–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 255–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 443–567 hp | AWD, RWD | 16–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 74 | Electrical system (23) | No |
| 2015 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 255–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 255–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400–567 hp | AWD, RWD | 16–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 6 | 152 | Engine (42) | No |
| 2014 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 265–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 265–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–26 mpg | Not rated | 8 | 98 | Fuel/propulsion system (20) | No |
| 2013 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 265–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 265–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400–555 hp | AWD | 14–22 mpg | 4 of 5 | 6 | 162 | Air bags (52) | No |
| 2012 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 265–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 265–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400–555 hp | AWD | 14–21 mpg | Not rated | 14 | 295 | Engine (100) | No |
| 2011 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 265–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 265–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400–555 hp | AWD | 14–22 mpg | Not rated | 17 | 331 | Engine (138) | No |
| 2010 | 3.0L 6-cyl, 260–265 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 260–265 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 555 hp 4.8L 8-cyl, 350 hp | AWD | 14–22 mpg | Not rated | 14 | 149 | Engine (49) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayThird row (7+ seats)AWD or 4WDTows 5,000 lb or morePower liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof
Apple lists CarPlay for: X5 2017–2025, X5 2021–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW X5 HYBRID SUV PHEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 0 |
| 2026 | BMW X5 SUV N/A AWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 24 |
| 2026 | BMW X5 SUV N/A RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 24 |
| 2026 | BMW X5 M SUV N/A AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 15 |
| 2025 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 62 |
| 2025 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 5 | 62 |
| 2024 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 8 | 145 |
| 2024 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 8 | 145 |
| 2024 | BMW X5 Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 4 | 33 |
| 2023 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 33 |
| 2023 | BMW X5 Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 69 |
| 2022 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 69 |
| 2022 | BMW X5 Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | BMW X5 Hybrid SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 69 |
| 2021 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 12 | 108 |
| 2021 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 12 | 108 |
| 2021 | BMW X5 Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 12 | 108 |
| 2020 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 11 | 112 |
| 2020 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 11 | 112 |
| 2020 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 9 |
| 2019 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 13 | 191 |
| 2018 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 72 |
| 2018 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 72 |
| 2018 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | BMW X5 PHEV SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 6 | 74 |
| 2017 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | 5 | No | No | 6 | 74 |
| 2017 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 74 |
| 2017 | BMW X5 PHEV SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 74 |
| 2016 | BMW X5 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 5 | 74 |
| 2016 | BMW X5 SUV RWD | 5 | No | No | 5 | 74 |
| 2015 | BMW X5 Sdrive35I SUV RWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 6 | 152 |
| 2015 | BMW X5 Xdrive35D SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 6 | 152 |
| 2015 | BMW X5 Xdrive35I SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 6 | 152 |
| 2015 | BMW X5 Xdrive50I SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 6 | 152 |
| 2014 | BMW X5 Sdrive35I SUV RWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 8 | 98 |
| 2014 | BMW X5 Xdrive35D SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 8 | 98 |
| 2014 | BMW X5 Xdrive35I SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 8 | 98 |
| 2014 | BMW X5 Xdrive50I SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 8 | 98 |
| 2013 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 7 | 162 |
| 2013 | BMW X5 Xdrive35D SUV AWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 162 |
| 2013 | BMW X5 Xdrive35I SUV AWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 162 |
| 2013 | BMW X5 Xdrive50I SUV AWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 162 |
| 2012 | BMW X5 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 10 | 274 |
| 2012 | BMW X5 Xdrive35D SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 10 | 271 |
| 2012 | BMW X5 Xdrive35I SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 10 | 271 |
| 2012 | BMW X5 Xdrive50I SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 10 | 271 |
| 2011 | BMW X5 SUV 4WD | Not Rated | No | No | 15 | 307 |
| 2011 | BMW X5 Xdrive35D SUV 4WD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 14 | 263 |
| 2011 | BMW X5 Xdrive35I SUV 4WD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 14 | 263 |
| 2011 | BMW X5 Xdrive50I SUV 4WD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 14 | 263 |
| 2010 | BMW X5 4-DR. w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 22 | 149 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | X5 40 xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2026 | X5 M Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2026 | X5 M60i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2026 | X5 sDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2026 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2026 | X5 xDrive50e | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2025 | X5 M Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2025 | X5 M60i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2025 | X5 sDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2025 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2025 | X5 xDrive50e | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2024 | X5 M Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2024 | X5 M60i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2024 | X5 sDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2024 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2023 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2023 | X5 M Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2023 | X5 M50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2023 | X5 sDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2023 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2023 | X5 xDrive45e | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2022 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2022 | X5 M Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2022 | X5 M50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2022 | X5 sDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2022 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2022 | X5 xDrive45e | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2021 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2021 | X5 M Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2021 | X5 M50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2021 | X5 sDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2021 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2021 | X5 xDrive45e | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2020 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2020 | X5 M Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 15 |
| 2020 | X5 M50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2020 | X5 sDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2020 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2020 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2019 | X5 xDrive40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2019 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2018 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2018 | X5 sDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2018 | X5 xDrive 35d | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 25 |
| 2018 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2018 | X5 xDrive40e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2018 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2017 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2017 | X5 sDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2017 | X5 xDrive 35d | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 25 |
| 2017 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2017 | X5 xDrive40e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2017 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2016 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2016 | X5 sDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2016 | X5 xDrive35d | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 25 |
| 2016 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2016 | X5 xDrive40e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2016 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2015 | X5 M | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2015 | X5 sDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2015 | X5 xDrive35d | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 27 |
| 2015 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2015 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2014 | X5 sDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2014 | X5 xDrive35d | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 26 |
| 2014 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2014 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2013 | X5 M | Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 14 |
| 2013 | X5 xDrive35d | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 22 |
| 2013 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2013 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2012 | X5 xDrive35d | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 21 |
| 2012 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2012 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2012 | X5 xDriveM | Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 14 |
| 2011 | X5 xDrive35d | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 22 |
| 2011 | X5 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2011 | X5 xDrive50i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2011 | X5 xDriveM | Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 14 |
| 2010 | X5 xDrive30i | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 18 |
| 2010 | X5 xDrive35d | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 22 |
| 2010 | X5 xDrive48i | Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.8 L | 16 |
| 2010 | X5 xDriveM | Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 14 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.