2026 BMW X5
2026 BMW X5 — The BMW X5 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by BMW.
Trim: xDrive40i
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 BMW X5 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 BMW X5 typically asks about $65,300 versus a $69,500 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. The 2026 BMW X5 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Air Bags) and 11 owner complaints. Versus 2025, watch curb weight (5335.2 lb → 5557.8 lb) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$65,300
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$69,500
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
2
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
11
Top: Electrical System
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
4/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 X5?
Yes — 2 recall campaigns and 11 owner complaints for the 2026 BMW X5. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Air Bags
2025-12-04
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X6, X7, X5, and X5 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.
Campaign 25V837000
Visibility
2025-08-27
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X5 Plug-in Hybrid, X5, and X7 vehicles. The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.
Campaign 25V556000
Owner complaints
11 complaints. Top components:
- Electrical System4
- Power Train3
- Back Over Prevention1
- Lane Departure1
- Latches/Locks/Linkages1
- Unknown Or Other1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is curb weight (5335.2 lb → 5557.8 lb). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Curb weight
- 5335.2 lb→5557.8 lb
How much does a used 2026 X5 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $65,300 in typical used asking against a $69,500 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $69,500
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $65,300
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$4,200 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 X5?
The 2026 BMW X5 is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 BMW X5 continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The BMW X5 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by BMW. The X5 made its debut in 1999 as the E53 model. It was BMW's first SUV. At launch, it featured all-wheel drive and was available with either a manual or automatic gearbox. The second generation was launched in 2006, and was known internally as the E70. The E70 featured the torque-split capable xDrive all-wheel drive system mated to an automatic gearbox. In 2009, the X5 M performance variant was released as a 2010 model. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2026 configuration (2026 BMW X5 SUV N/A AWD) include an overall score of 4/5, front crash 4/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 4/5. Rated configurations include: 2026 BMW X5 SUV N/A AWD; 2026 BMW X5 SUV N/A RWD.
- 2 NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA overall safety 4/5
- Front crash 4/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- EPA combined 25 mpg
- About 194.1 × 78.7 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 375 hp, 23 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
375 hp
Combined MPG
23 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (23 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,826
5-year energy
$9,130
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 23 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 3.0L Turbo I6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 194.1 in
- Width
- 78.7 in
- Height
- 68.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 116.9 in
- Curb weight
- 5557.8 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 23
- Highway MPG
- 27
- Combined MPG
- 23
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 4 / 5
- Front crash
- 4 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 BMW X5 SUV N/A AWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | xDrive40i | M60i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 523 hp |
| Combined MPG | 23 | — |
| Engine | 3.0L Turbo I6 | 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 375 | — | — | 23 | AWD | |
| 523 | — | — | — | AWD |