BMW X5 (G05) — RossDrives

Verdict

A

BHP

617 bhp

0–60

3.7 s

Top speed

177 mph

MPG

22 mpg

New

$67,000-$130,000

Strengths

Variety of powertrains from I6 to V8
X5 M Competition is genuinely fast
Cabin matches X7

Weaknesses

Pricing pushes past Porsche Cayenne
LCI iDrive 8 has a learning curve
Plug-in hybrid is heavy

Notable tech

CLAR rear-drive-biased platform
xDrive AWD standard
8-speed ZF auto
Adaptive M suspension on M50i / X5 M
xDrive50e plug-in hybrid added 2024
LCI mid-cycle refresh 2024

Common issues

N63 V8 oil consumption (long-running BMW issue)
Air-suspension wear
iDrive 7 quirks (pre-LCI)

Used-market budget

$52,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.