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2026 BMW X5
The 2026 BMW X5's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 5 EPA certification records across 5 model/option labels (X5 M Competition, X5 M60i xDrive, +3 more), spanning All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrains and Premium, Premium and Electricity fuel types across 3 engines (3L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild Hybrid, 3L 6-cyl SIDI; PHEV, 4.4L 8-cyl SIDI; Mild Hybrid). EPA classifies it under Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vehicle classes, built on Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid powertrain technologies. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 15–25 MPG/MPGe, an electric range of 40 miles, an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,100–$5,150/yr.
Configurations5
Model/option labels5
Combined efficiency15–25 MPG/MPGe
Electric range40 mi
Decision answers21
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 BMW X5: 4 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | Top speed | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i | 3.0-liter 6-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes | RWD | 375 | 398 | 5.3 s | 130 mph | 23 / 27 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| xDrive40i | 3.0-liter 6-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes | AWD | 375 | 398 | 5.2 s | 130 mph | 23 / 27 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| xDrive50e | 3.0-liter 6-cylinder (Hybrid, Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes | AWD | 483 | 332 | 4.6 s | 130 mph | – / – / 22 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| M60i | 4.4-liter V8 (Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes | AWD | 523 | 553 | 4.2 s | 130 mph | 17 / 22 / 19 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Towing | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i | 4,919 lb | 194.2 in | 69.1 in | 117.1 in | 21.9 gal | 40.8 in | 7,200 lb | P275/45R20 |
| xDrive40i | 4,998 lb | 194.2 in | 69.1 in | 117.1 in | 21.9 gal | 40.8 in | 7,200 lb | P275/45R20 |
| xDrive50e | 5,573 lb | 194.2 in | 69.1 in | 117.1 in | 18.2 gal | 40.8 in | 7,200 lb | P275/45R20 |
| M60i | 5,355 lb | 194.2 in | 69.1 in | 117.1 in | 21.9 gal | 40.8 in | 7,200 lb | P275/45R20 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 BMW X5 trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | sDrive40i | xDrive40i | xDrive50e | M60i |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround-view camera | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Emergency and security services | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated rear seats | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Heated steering wheel | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote liftgate or trunk release | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Opt | Opt | – | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
5 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49566X5 M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl SIDI; Mild HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 13 | 18 | 15 | N/A |
| 49565X5 M60i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl SIDI; Mild HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | N/A |
| 49548X5 sDrive40i | 3L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild HybridHybrid | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 | N/A |
| 49564X5 xDrive40i | 3L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 | N/A |
| 49760X5 xDrive50e | 3L 6-cyl SIDI; PHEVPlug-in Hybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium and Electricity | 21 | 23 | 22 | 40 mi |
Model-specific answer center
21 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2026 BMW X5 versus the 2025 BMW X5?
Model year
Against the 2025 BMW X5: Midpoint electric range moved from 39 to 40 miles. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 5 for the 2025 to 2 for the 2026.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02What is the 2026 BMW X5's maximum cargo volume?
Cargo
Maximum cargo volume is 72.3 cu ft. Documented for the 2026 BMW X5 in Edmunds, read 2026-06-19.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q03How big is the 2026 BMW X5's touchscreen?
Technology
The centre touchscreen is 14.9-inch curved display. Documented for the 2026 BMW X5 in bmwusa.com, read 2026-06-19.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q04Where is the 2026 BMW X5 built?
Records
Final assembly: Spartanburg, SC. Documented for the 2026 BMW X5 in Edmunds country of final assembly US, read 2026-06-19.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q05What does the sDrive40i engine in the 2026 BMW X5 deliver?
Powertrain
Mpg: 23 city / 27 hwy / 25 combined. Horsepower: 375 hp. Torque: 398 lb-ft. These figures belong to the sDrive40i configuration of the 2026 BMW X5, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-07-22.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q06What does the xDrive40i engine in the 2026 BMW X5 deliver?
Powertrain
Mpg: 23 city / 27 hwy / 25 combined. Horsepower: 375 hp. Torque: 398 lb-ft. These figures belong to the xDrive40i configuration of the 2026 BMW X5, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-07-22.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q07What does the M60i xDrive engine in the 2026 BMW X5 deliver?
Powertrain
Mpg: 17 city / 22 hwy / 19 combined. Horsepower: 523 hp. Torque: 553 lb-ft. These figures belong to the M60i xDrive configuration of the 2026 BMW X5, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-07-22.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q08What does the X5 M Competition engine in the 2026 BMW X5 deliver?
Powertrain
Mpg: 13 city / 18 hwy / 15 combined. Horsepower: 617 hp. Torque: 553 lb-ft. These figures belong to the X5 M Competition configuration of the 2026 BMW X5, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-07-22.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q09What does the xDrive50e engine in the 2026 BMW X5 deliver?
Powertrain
Horsepower: 483 hp. Torque: 516 lb-ft. These figures belong to the xDrive50e configuration of the 2026 BMW X5, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-07-22.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q10What kind of brakes does the 2026 BMW X5 have?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend lists the 2026 BMW X5 with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q11What suspension does the 2026 BMW X5 use?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend describes the 2026 BMW X5's suspension this way. Front: a double-wishbone design. Rear: a multi-link design. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q12Did the 2026 BMW X5 earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick award?
Safety
IIHS lists the 2026 BMW X5 as a Top Safety Pick+. IIHS states the rating applies to 2019-26 and 2024-26 models, based on a test of the 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i 4-door 4wd. Source: IIHS vehicle ratings, read 2026-09-24.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q13How did the 2026 BMW X5 do in IIHS crash tests?
Safety
IIHS rated the 2026 BMW X5: Good in the small overlap front test, Good in the updated moderate overlap front test, Good in the updated side test. IIHS states the rating applies to 2019-26 and 2024-26 models, based on a test of the 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i 4-door 4wd. Grades run Good, Acceptable, Marginal, Poor. Source: IIHS vehicle ratings, read 2026-09-24.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q14What warranty does the 2026 BMW X5 sDrive40i Sports Activity Vehicle come with?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 BMW X5 sDrive40i Sports Activity Vehicle with basic coverage of 48 months or 50,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 48 months or 50,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 144 months with unlimited miles and roadside assistance of 48 months with unlimited miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q15What is the GVWR of the 2026 BMW X5 sDrive40i 4dr Sports Activity Vehicle?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 6,173 pounds for the 2026 BMW X5 sDrive40i 4dr Sports Activity Vehicle.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q16What is the payload capacity of the 2026 BMW X5 sDrive40i 4dr Sports Activity Vehicle?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 1,054 pounds for the 2026 BMW X5 sDrive40i 4dr Sports Activity Vehicle.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q17What does the 2026 BMW X5 cost across its trims?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2026 BMW X5 run from $69,750 for the sDrive40i to $95,050 for the M60i, across 4 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q18How quickly does the 2026 BMW X5 accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance
The 2026 BMW X5's 0-60 mph time is 4.2 seconds on the M60i up to 5.3 seconds on the sDrive40i, across 4 trims. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q19What is the 2026 BMW X5's top speed?
Performance
The 2026 BMW X5's top speed is 130 mph on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q20What size wheels does the 2026 BMW X5 have?
Wheels and tires
The 2026 BMW X5's wheel diameter is 20 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q21How do the 2026 BMW X5 trims differ from one another?
Trims
The xDrive40i has AWD instead of RWD over the sDrive40i. The xDrive50e has 483 hp against 375 over the xDrive40i. The M60i has 523 hp against 483 and a premium audio system and remote engine start as standard equipment over the xDrive50e. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
This model year’s federal safety record
2 federal recall campaigns are on file for the 2026 BMW X5.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2026 BMW X5 name visibility/wipers, airbags. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2026 BMW X5 is affected.
The 2025 BMW X5 carries 5 recall campaigns: 3 more recalls than the 2026. Open the 2025 BMW X5 record
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
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