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.
2011CAREFULSerious complaints 2.1× usual, mostly engine and air bags Extended coverage
308 serious complaints of 331, the most about engine (138) and air bags (80); per car on the road, 2.1× this model's usual year. 17 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA21002: desiccated air bag inflator rupture. NHTSA investigation RQ18001: idler pulley bolt failure.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2011 bmw x5. While driving 55 mph, a warning message on the instrument panel indicated that the vehicle was overheating. The contact pulled over to the roadside and observed the engine, but there was no indication that it overheated. The failure recurred intermittently.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Mar 2016
“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 bmw x5. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v364000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, Jan 2017
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage Front Propeller (Drive) Shaft: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles. INFORMATION For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the: ? (B011515, Aug 2015)
- Extended coverage N63 Engine Fuel Injectors - Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles. INFORMATION For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the fuel injectors to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original… (B010115, Dec 2015)
- 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 The engine's intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification (SIM010717, Jun 2017)
- 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)
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.
331 owner complaints · 17 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 14–22 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2011 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 2011
- New trim: xDrive35i
- New trim: xDrive35i Premium
- New trim: xDrive35i Sport Activity
- New trim: xDrive50i
- Trim dropped: xDrive30i
- Trim dropped: xDrive48i
2011 X5 trims
| xDrive35d | xDrive35i | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity | xDrive50i | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | $51,300 | $46,300 | $52,100 | $54,600 | $58,400 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 400 hp |
| Transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission | STEPTRONIC automatic transmission |
| Drivetrain | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Tech | |||||
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lane keeping | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| 360-degree camera | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Optional | Synthetic Leather + option | Leather + option | Leather + option | Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | Optional | 2 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Optional | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheels | 18 in + option | 18 in | 19 in | 20 in + option | 18 in + option |
| Headlights | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector |
Packages and options (70)
| xDrive35d | xDrive35i | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity | xDrive50i | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cold Weather Package $900 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Convenience Package | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| M Sport Package | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Package | Optional | — | — | — | Optional |
| Premium Sound Package $1,750 | Optional | — | — | — | Optional |
| Rear Climate Package $900 | Optional | — | — | — | Optional |
| Sport Activity Package $2,200 | Optional | — | — | — | Optional |
| Technology Package $2,800 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Steering $1,550 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Adaptive Drive $3,500 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Assist with Bluetooth $750 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort Access Keyless Entry $1,000 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Head-Up Display $1,300 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Front Seats $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Rear Seats $350 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Multi-Contour Seats | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation System $1,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Smartphone Integration $150 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3rd Row Seat $1,700 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Panoramic Moonroof | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Roof Rails $100 | Optional | — | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Running Boards $300 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Space-Saver Spare $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Nappa Leather Dashboard and Center Console $1,900 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Manual Side Window Shades $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Seat Entertainment $1,700 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| iPod and USB Adapter $350 | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Premium Hi-Fi System $1,200 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Satellite Radio with 1 Year Subscription $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Cruise Control $2,400 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Automatic High Beams $250 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning $950 | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control $750 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side-View Camera $300 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 18" Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke (Style 209) with Run-Flat All-Season Tires | Standard | Standard | — | — | — |
| 18" Light-Alloy Wheels Star Spoke (Style 210) with Run-Flat All-Season Tires | — | — | — | — | Standard |
| 20" Light-Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels (Style 333M) with Performance Tires $950 | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| 19" Light-Alloy Wheels (Style 223M) with Performance Tires | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| 19" Light-Alloy Star-Spoke Wheels (Style 334) with All-Season Tires | — | — | Standard | — | — |
| 20" Light-Alloy Wheels Y-Spoke (Style 214) with Mixed Run-Flat Performance Tires $950 | Optional | — | — | Standard | — |
| 19" Y-Spoke Alloy Wheels (Style 335) with All-Season Tires | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| 20" Y-Spoke Wheels (Style 336) with Performance Tires $950 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Brushed Aluminum Trim | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Bamboo Wood Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Burl Walnut Wood Trim | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Light Poplar Wood Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carbon Black Metallic | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Sea Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Bronze Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Space Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sparkling Bronze Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Titanium Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Vermilion Red Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Beige Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Black Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Black Nappa Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Nevada Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Perforated Nevada Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Leather Nevada Cinnamon Brown | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Oyster Nevada Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Nappa Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Nevada Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Perforated Nevada Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tobacco Nevada Leather | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: trims, powertrain, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, 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.