BMW · model year 2026
2026 BMW X5
Specifications and certified data for the 2026 model year. All BMW X5 model years →
2026 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 M Competition | 4,395 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 616 | — | — | Dossier |
| X5 M60i xDrive | 4,395 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 523 | — | — | Dossier |
| X5 xDrive50e M Sport | 2,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 482 | 20 | 282.2 | Dossier |
| X5 xDrive50e M Sport | 2,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 482 | 22 | 313.9 | Dossier |
| X5 xDrive50e M Sport (GB VERSION) | 2,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 482 | 20 | 313.9 | Dossier |
| X5 xDrive50e M Sport (Northern Ireland version) | 2,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 482 | 70 | 91.1 | Dossier |
| X5 xDrive40d M Sport | 2,993 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 347 | — | — | Dossier |
| X5 xDrive30d M Sport | 2,993 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 294 | — | — | Dossier |
| X5 xDrive30d xLine | 2,993 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 294 | — | — | Dossier |
| Hybrid | — | Hybrid | Automatic | 275 | 105 | — | Dossier |
| Diesel | — | Diesel | Automatic | 250 | 140 | — | Dossier |
| Petrol | — | Petrol | Automatic | 240 | 165 | — | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2026 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 25 | 360 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2026 | 3.0 L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 25 | 352 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2026 | 3.0 L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium and Electricity | 22 | 130 | 40 | EPA ↗ |
| 2026 | 4.4 L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 19 | 458 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2026 | 4.4 L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 589 | — | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 BMW X5 SUV N/A AWD | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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25V837000 2025-12-04 · model years 2026
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
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25V556000 2025-08-27 · model years 2026
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield seal. If any leaks are detected, the seal will be repaired and vehicle control units and wiring will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.
