2022 BMW X5 Review

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The BMW X5 comes packed with technology features, but buyers will have to spend a lot of time learning the various menus and buttons to extract the most out of it. Compared to its competitors, the X5 is the jack-of-all-trades SUV and effectively handles both utility tasks and performance drives with equal aplomb.

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2022 BMW X5 Review

byChristian Wardlaw^{Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.},

rating written byCalvin Kim^{Vehicle Test Engineer
Calvin Kim is an automotive journalist at Edmunds.}

Pros

Strong performance from available engines
Luxurious, comfortable cabin lives up to its price tag
Spacious interior and cargo area

Cons

Small mirrors and wide roof pillars create blind spots
Limited interior storage
Wide doorsills inhibit entry and exit

What's new

Black Vermilion Edition features unique paint, styling and equipment options
New Climate Comfort package is available
Minor changes to standard and optional equipment
Part of the fourth X5 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

BMW's extensive SUV roster started with just one vehicle: the original BMW X5. Now in its third decade of production, the BMW X5 is currently one of the most compelling choices in the midsize luxury SUV segment. Every version offers impressive acceleration, a wealth of technology features, and a spacious, comfortable cabin. You can even add a third-row seat to the X5. It's good in a pinch, but if you consistently require seven-passenger capacity, we recommend getting the larger BMW X7.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2022 BMW X5 sDrive40i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$239/mo

$254/mo

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This year, the 2022 BMW X5 carries over with minimal changes beyond the arrival of an opulent Black Vermilion version of the xDrive40i. Available for just one year, the X5 Black Vermilion pairs plush equipment with flashy styling inside and out. Overall the X5 is a solid choice for a luxury SUV among rivals such as the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, Genesis GV80 and Mercedes-Benz GLE. Be sure to read our Expert Rating of the BMW X5 to learn more about this appealing SUV.

What's it like to live with?

Seriously considering the BMW X5? Our experts evaluated an xDrive40i for an extended period of time. Read our 2020 BMW X5 xDrive40i long-term road test to learn about our experiences owning and driving this SUV. Note that while we tested a 2020 model the 2022 X5 is of the same generation and our observations still apply.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict^{The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.}

Good

7.9

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Rated for you by America's best test team.

Performance

8.0/10

How does the X5 drive? We tested the xDrive40i. The six-cylinder engine is suitably powerful and responsive enough for the daily commute. Whether you pick this engine or the V8, the X5 is one of the quickest of the non-performance-oriented SUVs available. BMW also offers an optional off-road package that enhances the X5's capability to take on dirt roads and trails.

Handling and steering, however, are less impressive. The steering doesn't give you much feel for the road, and the X5 can feel overly soft and floaty when driving around turns unless you engage Sport mode. In more casual driving, the X5 is easy to drive, and its eight-speed transmission makes smooth and quick gearshifts.

Comfort

8.0/10

How comfortable is the X5? Fitted with its optional air suspension, the X5 rides fairly smoothly, but harsher impacts and pavement seams can still be felt in the cabin. Sport mode is stiffer and transmits more of the road surface into the cabin, but thankfully the X5 isn't ever uncomfortably harsh. At highway speeds, road and wind noise is minimal.

The front seats are firm and supportive and have a broad range of adjustability to contour to different body types. Lumbar and upper bolsters are adjustable for cruising or sporty driving. The rear seats are softer and designed for long stints, but they're flat and don't have enough bolstering.

Interior

8.0/10

How’s the interior? The seats are set in from the door, and occupants will have to shimmy to get in. We'd recommend taller drivers avoid the optional running boards for easier entry. But once you're in, there's ample room for the front passengers and good headroom, knee room and shoulder room for the rear passengers. The X5 has a technologically advanced interior, but the mass of buttons on the center console and the fiddly climate controls are difficult to learn.

Visibility is a problem. The X5's surround-view camera system is excellent when parking, and views out of the front and sides are commanding. Direct views to the back are adequate if your seat is adjusted properly. The side mirrors and the door frame can hide pedestrians and other road users from view, though. Get the optional surround-view camera system to help with parking maneuvers.

Technology

8.0/10

How’s the tech? BMW's latest iDrive system is advanced, but it also comes with a steep learning curve. Helping you are its combination of menus, handwriting recognition, and voice and gesture control. Apple CarPlay smartphone compatibility is standard, as is Android Auto. The X5's native navigation and voice commands work well.

Adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are excellent, but the operation of the active lane centering and auto high beams is only average. Automatic parking and 3D surround-view mode are clunky to operate.

Storage

8.0/10

How’s the storage? The X5 has a roomy cargo area and a useful power tailgate/liftgate system that's great for loading bulky cargo. The armrest bin can hold a few standard water bottles, and that's about it. There's a shallow but deep pocket with an induction charger in front of the shifter, but access to this area is restricted once you use the cupholders.

In standard configuration, the xDrive40i can tow up to 6,603 pounds. It can tow up to 7,200 pounds when equipped with an optional factory-installed hitch.

Fuel Economy

6.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA-estimated fuel economy for the xDrive40i version we tested is 22 mpg in combined city/highway driving. On our 115-mile mixed driving evaluation route, we netted 21.3 mpg, which is average for the segment.

Value

7.5/10

Is the X5 a good value? The X5 is priced on the high side of the segment, and that's before loading it up with options and features. But we think the build quality and capability are worthy of the price. The durable leather, excellent use of soft-touch materials, tight gaps in all interior panels, and a general feeling of solidity have been BMW hallmarks. It also comes with significant towing and hauling capability.

BMW gives new owners a four-year/50,000-mile basic and powertrain warranty, which is on par with the rest of the segment. There's also four years of roadside assistance, with no mileage limitation.

Wildcard

8.0/10

If you're looking for the ultimate all-rounder, the X5 is the SUV you should be looking at. It's expensive, and finding the perfect one might be hard due to the bevy of options and packages, but the X5 will do what you need it to. The base 40i versions will give you sufficient driving entertainment, and the high-horsepower xDrive50i and M50i will definitely raise your pulse even higher.

Which X5 does Edmunds recommend?

Stick with the xDrive40i. From its smooth-revving and efficient turbocharged six-cylinder engine to its variety of features, packages and options, the X5 xDrive40i is, for most buyers, the most well-rounded version of this SUV.

2022 BMW X5 models

The 2022 BMW X5 is available in four trim levels. The sDrive40i has rear-wheel drive, while the xDrive40i, xDrive45e, and M50i include standard all-wheel drive. A high-performance X5 M is also available and is reviewed separately.

sDrive40i and xDrive40i
The sDrive40i and xDrive40i are essentially identically equipped, except for the standard all-wheel-drive system in the latter model. Standard features include:

Turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine (335 horsepower, 331 lb-ft)
Eight-speed automatic transmission
Adaptive suspension dampers
19-inch wheels
Panoramic sunroof
Simulated leather upholstery
Power-adjustable, heated front seats
Keyless entry with push-button start
Digital instrument cluster
12.3-inch touchscreen (standard on models produced early in the year)
12.3-inch display screen (standard on models produced later in the year)
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Navigation system
10-speaker audio system

Standard safety and driving assistance systems include:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

Options on these trims include:

Individual options

Leather upholstery
Four-zone automatic climate control
Third-row seating
Upgraded M Sport brakes

M Sport package

20-inch wheels
M Sport steering wheel
M Sport exterior trim

Premium package

Remote engine start
Gesture control for the infotainment system (can use hand gestures to control certain vehicle features)
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)

Executive package

Includes Premium package features plus:

Upgraded headlights
Panoramic glass roof with embedded LED lighting
Glass-trimmed shifter and infotainment knob
Rear window shades

Climate Comfort package

Four-zone automatic climate control
Heated front armrests, steering wheel and rear seats

Luxury Seating package

Upgraded front seats with ventilation and massage

Driving Assistance Professional package

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the X5 and the car in front)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Evasive steering assist (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
Emergency stop assist (can bring the BMW to a stop in the event of a medical emergency)

Parking Assistance package

Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the X5 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)

xDrive45e
The xDrive45e is a plug-in hybrid. It has a turbocharged six-cylinder engine, electric motors, and a hybrid battery pack that you can plug in and charge. With a full battery charge, the xDrive45e provides an EPA-estimated 31 miles of all-electric driving. When the battery is discharged, the xDrive45e operates as a regular gas-electric hybrid vehicle. Total system output is 389 hp and 443 lb-ft.

Generally, features and options match those on the sDrive40i and xDrive40i, but you can't get a third-row seat on the xDrive45e. Cargo space is not quite as generous either.

M50i
The X5 M50i is an M Sport-tuned version of the SUV, offering a more accessible path to performance for people who don't require the capabilities of the X5 M. It's powered by a turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 (523 hp, 553 lb-ft), includes all-wheel drive, and comes with numerous performance upgrades, but it's not as intense as the high-performance X5 M.

It's equipped similar to other X5 models, but it adds or replaces some features. It includes:

M Sport-tuned adaptive suspension
M Sport exhaust
M Sport steering wheel
20-inch wheels
Leather upholstery
Upgraded front seats with ventilation and massage
16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system

Option packages for the M50i are also similar to those for other X5 models, though there is an exclusive Dynamic Handling package that further sharpens the X5 M50i's steering and handling capabilities.

Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

2.5/5Average

#12 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the BMW X5 from 2008-2022.}

$833/yr

vs. $735/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.79x/yr

vs. 1.83x/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

17.8%

vs. 16.5%
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV

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Consumer reviews

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X5 45e

Thomcin, 02/05/2022

2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)

10 Month Update: February 2023. Total MPG is 43.4 to date. 40 % City 60% Highway. Usual charge last 30-32 miles. Last 32 days drove 600 miles used 2.8 gallons of gas! Only problem thus far was GPS with amnesia due to small leak around shark fin antenna. Replaced under warranty. No rattles. Extremely comfortable seats. Great handling. Just saw price of new X5 50e is $10,000 higher than my …

Great transition to an electric vehicle

John E, 12/09/2021

2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)

It's a "real" BMW with all the road feel for which X5's are known. In town, my X5 has been "all electric" with a fast charger at home and access to ChargePoint at work. On the weekends, the hybrid mode has kept us just over 50 MPG as we travel over 200 miles to and from the NC mountains. Very happy with the fit and finish, ride, and technology. BMW updates have been well planned. But …

Getting 75 mpge

Cindy, 04/21/2022

2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)

Presently driving 75% in City 25% on highway. Extremely comfortable and with almost 400 HP on tap this suv is really quick. Harmon Kardon has great sound and the driver & passenger seats massage is to die for. Sport seats fit glove tight & love the heated/cooled features found in the luxury seating package. $7500 back on Federal taxes makes this the least expensive X5. Love it.

Very impressive and well rounded

X5-45e, 05/04/2022

2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)

Bought 2022 45e some time back and loaded with each and every option that BMW offered. Came from 2018 Audi Q5 and we are very impressed with X5. It is extremely well rounded vehicle and electric capabilities are impressive. - Consistently gets 40-45 miles on full charge (city driving). i have so far used only a single tank of gas and it involved a 300 mile highway trip with no charging … anywhere. - Exclusive highway driving in Hybrid mode (which is quick as well) gets me around 35 mpg - Very well integrated infotainment system compared to Audi MMI. It is not at all hard to learn as some people said. It is intuitive, easy to master and actually works. Voice commands work perfectly. App integration can be little better thou. BMW assistant is very impressive. - Digital key works great with my apple devices - Very comfortable ride (with air suspension) and fun to drive in hybrid and sport mode. Electric only mode as expected is more suitable for slower city driving. - Lots of space (comparing to Q5) - Luxurious and gorgeous interior, leather is supple (merino) and comfy - Very impressive breaking capability. (I did opt for larger M sports breaks, although with regenerative breaking they do get less use, comes in handy when you are breaking hard) Cons: - 240V Level 2 charger is limited to 16 amps. Implies it takes me 4-6 hours to fully charge. BMW could have pushed to 32 amps? - Rear seats are little straight and feel uncomfortable for longer journeys, kids are happy with them. But at 6'3" I don't find rear seats much comfy. - Driver Assistance package is fun on highway or complete stop and go situations but for regular city driving (no traffic) it still needs some polishing. It give me creeps sometimes when it cant detect a lane but does give me enough warning. - Parking assistance works but is slow in detecting spots. I only find it useful to impress the kids :) - Steering is little numb specially on 40i version. I found 45e to be little better but my last Q5 definitely had better steering feel. Considering you can still get $7500 federal credit on this vehicle, I don't see any reason to buy 40i version. I drove both and found 45e to have better steering response, more engaging drive (may be more weight helps) and plenty of power (actually more HP) for my daily driving needs. Overall, we are very impressed on how well BMW has executed here. Perfect vehicle if you drive less than 50 miles a day and need extra oomph for weekend driving on mountains

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2022 X5 Highlights

Type:

SUV

Trim:

sDrive40i

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$60,600
Engine Type	Mild hybrid
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$239/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	33.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the X5 models:

Evasion Aid: Helps to stabilize the X5 when the driver makes a sudden steering input to avoid an obstacle or pedestrian.
Extended Traffic Jam Assistant: Combines adaptive cruise control with a lane keeping system to provide semi-automated driving at lower vehicle speeds.
Emergency Stop Assistant: If a driver becomes unresponsive while the adaptive cruise control and lane keeping systems are on, the BMW will come to a safe and controlled stop and will activate the hazard flashers.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2022 BMW X5 Review

2022 BMW X5 Review

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Overview

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 BMW X5 sDrive40i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.

What's it like to live with?

Edmunds Expert Rating

Performance

Comfort

Interior

Technology

Storage

Fuel Economy

Value

Wildcard

Which X5 does Edmunds recommend?

2022 BMW X5 models

Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

Cost

Frequency

Severity

Most helpful consumer reviews

X5 45e

Great transition to an electric vehicle

Getting 75 mpge

Very impressive and well rounded

2022 X5 Highlights

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