What's NewBMW hasn’t made any changes to the 2023 X5 for the new model year. The X5 continues to be a versatile option with multiple powertrains, high-tech features, an upscale interior, athletic handling, and three rows of available seating. Consumers also have a wide range of available packages to choose from to create the perfect X5. Choosing Your BMW X5The X5 lineup is organized into three major categories: core, electrified, and M. The core range includes the sDrive40i and xDrive40i. These SUVs range from $62,595 (with destination) to $64,895. The plug-in hybrid xDrive45e costs $66,695. Then, there are the M-badged models that include the M50i and X5 M. These SUVs range from $86,395 to $109,795. Pricing has gone up substantially compared to last year. Engine ChoicesThere are four different engines to choose from with the X5. The higher up the lineup you go, the more power you get. Only the standard turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine is available with rear-wheel drive, as every other engine is paired with an all-wheel-drive system. An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard throughout the lineup. With supercar power, the X5 M is an absolute rocket. The available Competition Package brings an extra 17 hp. We suspect 600 hp is far too much for the average driver. The base engine offers plenty of pep and the fact that AWD models have the same combined fuel economy rating as RWD models makes it an easy upgrade to recommend. While the PHEV model loses some fuel economy to the base model, it can travel up to 31 miles on electricity, while bringing a noteworthy increase in performance. It’s as high as we recommend going for the majority of consumers.
Passenger and Cargo CapacityThe X5 offers seating for up to five people as standard, but BMW offers an optional third row that increases seating capacity to up to seven people. Cargo capacity for the X5 measures in at 33.9 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats and a total of 72.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded. Safety FeaturesEvery X5 trim comes with BMW’s Active Driving Assistant as standard. The suite includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and traffic sign recognition. Other standard features include parking sensors, automatic high-beam assist, and an Active Protection System that prepares the vehicle for an accident. The $800 Parking Assistance package brings a drive recorder, parking assist, and a surround-view camera. The Driving Assistance Professional package includes adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, lane change assist, Evasion Aid assist, Emergency Stop Assistant, and BMW’s Extended Traffic Jam Assistant which handles a lot of the driving on highways. The package costs $1,700. ConnectivityThe X5 comes with an impressive 12.3-inch display and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. These are controlled through BMW’s iDrive 7.0 system and a touchpad controller. Standard features include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, five USB ports, Bluetooth, 10 audio speakers, and satellite radio. The available Premium package brings a head-up display, a wireless charging pad, and remote engine start for $1,350. A wireless charging pad is available for $500 and a Harman Kardon audio system is $875. 2023 BMW X5 sDrive40i – MSRP From $62,595 The base X5 comes well-equipped with LED lights, 19-inch wheels, a panoramic moonroof, heated auto-dimming mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a rear spoiler. On the inside, the trim comes with synthetic leather upholstery, wood trim, keyless entry, power-adjustable front seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated front seats, ambient interior lighting, and a universal garage door opener. The M Sport package costs $3,300. It brings sport seats, 20-inch wheels, a body kit, and an M steering wheel. The $3,350 Executive package adds adaptive headlights, a panoramic moonroof with LED lights, glass controls, and manual window shades. The Climate Comfort Package brings a heated steering wheel, heated armrests, heated rear seats, and quad-zone automatic climate control for $1,350. Standalone options include aluminum running boards ($400), 20-way power-adjustable front seats ($750), merino leather upholstery ($2,450), and a third-row seat with air suspension ($2,300). 2023 BMW X5 M50i – MSRP From $86,395 The M50i is the most affordable way to get an X5 with a V8 engine. It comes with a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine. It also comes with 20-inch wheels, an M Sport differential, adaptive suspension, an M Sport steering wheel, and a body kit. Other standard features include a head-up display, quad-zone automatic climate control, gesture control, 20-way power-adjustable front seats, heated and ventilated front seats, and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. 2023 BMW X5 M – From $109,795 The range-topping X5 M is a midsize SUV that’s ready to hit the track. It comes with a more powerful V8 engine, an M-Tuned AWD system, M-Tuned power steering, 21-inch wheels, quad exhaust outlets, and carbon fiber trim. The Competition Package costs $9,300 and adds an M Sport exhaust system, M Seat Belts, M Shadowline Lights, 17 more hp, M Sport seats, Merino leather upholstery, and special 21/22-inch wheels. Compare X5 Trims Side-By-Side CarsDirect Tip For most shoppers, the 2023 BMW X5 xDrive40i is the best option. Its six-cylinder engine doesn’t feel down on power and its lengthy list of standard features makes it feel like a luxury vehicle. The Climate Comfort Package is worth looking into and BMW’s a la carte style of optional features gives consumers the ability to get features they want and avoid paying extra for the equipment they don’t. |
