BMW X5 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated BMW X5 model year from 2002 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the X5 has been offered with 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2015 (up to 27 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
BMW X5 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 22–25 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | $84,650 | 1,700 listings |
| 2025 | 22–25 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | $59,998 | 121 listings |
| 2024 | 25 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | $53,537 | 983 listings |
| 2023 | 20–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | $46,510 | 119 listings |
| 2022 | 20–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | $39,995 | 209 listings |
| 2021 | 20–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | $35,400 | 111 listings |
| 2020 | 18–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | $28,995 | 103 listings |
| 2019 | 19–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | $27,344 | 106 listings |
| 2018 | 17–25 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | $18,667 | 107 listings |
| 2017 | 17–25 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | $15,744 | 130 listings |
| 2016 | 17–25 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | $14,799 | 95 listings |
| 2015 | 17–27 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | $13,900 | 149 listings |
| 2014 | 17–26 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 16–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 14–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 14–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 14–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 16–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 16–18 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 16–18 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 16 MPG | 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 16 MPG | 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 16 MPG | 4.8L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 14 MPG | 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 13 MPG | 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
2026 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2026 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $84,650 on VehiSales (1,700 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50e | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 23 | 22 MPG · 38 MPGe on electricity · 440 mi range |
2025 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2025 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $59,998 on VehiSales (121 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50e | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 23 | 22 MPG · 38 MPGe on electricity · 440 mi range |
2024 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2024 X5 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 25 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $53,537 on VehiSales (983 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 MPG |
| X5 sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 27 | 25 MPG |
2023 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2023 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $46,510 on VehiSales (119 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 25 | 23 MPG |
| X5 xDrive45e | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 19 | 22 | 20 MPG · 32 MPGe on electricity · 400 mi range |
2022 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2022 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $39,995 on VehiSales (209 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 25 | 23 MPG |
| X5 sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| X5 xDrive45e | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 19 | 22 | 20 MPG · 32 MPGe on electricity · 400 mi range |
2021 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2021 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $35,400 on VehiSales (111 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 25 | 23 MPG |
| X5 xDrive45e | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 19 | 22 | 20 MPG · 32 MPGe on electricity · 400 mi range |
2020 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2020 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 23 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $28,995 on VehiSales (103 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2019 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2019 X5 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $27,344 on VehiSales (106 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2018 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2018 X5 was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 25 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $18,667 on VehiSales (107 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive 35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40e | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 25 | 24 MPG · 29 MPGe on electricity · 540 mi range |
| X5 sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2017 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2017 X5 was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 25 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $15,744 on VehiSales (130 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive 35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40e | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 25 | 24 MPG · 29 MPGe on electricity · 540 mi range |
| X5 sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2016 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2016 X5 was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 25 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $14,799 on VehiSales (95 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| X5 xDrive40e | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 25 | 24 MPG · 29 MPGe on electricity · 540 mi range |
| X5 sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2015 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2015 X5 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 27 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $13,900 on VehiSales (149 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 24 | 31 | 27 MPG |
| X5 sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
2014 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2014 X5 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| X5 sDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
2013 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2013 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2012 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2012 X5 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| X5 xDriveM | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2011 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2011 X5 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive35i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| X5 xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| X5 xDriveM | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2010 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2010 X5 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive30i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| X5 xDrive48i | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| X5 xDriveM | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2009 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2009 X5 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| X5 xDrive30i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| X5 xDrive48i | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
2008 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2008 X5 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| X5 4.8i | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
2007 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2007 X5 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| X5 4.8i | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
2006 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2006 X5 was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 4.8is | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2005 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2005 X5 was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 4.8is | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2004 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2004 X5 was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.8L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 4.8IS | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2003 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2003 X5 was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 4.6is | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2002 BMW X5: engines & MPG
The 2002 X5 was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 4.6is | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a BMW X5 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the X5 range from 13 to 27 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2015 model year.
What engines does the 2026 BMW X5 have?
The 2026 X5 was EPA-rated with 3.0L 6-cyl engines — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the BMW X5 require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists premium gasoline and diesel depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric X5?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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