2021 BMW X5 Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2021 BMW X5 (15–23 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 3.0 L; 8-cyl, 4.4 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 15–23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,550–$5,500
- Configurations
- 6
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Premium Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 19–21 | 22–25 | 20–23 | $3,550–$4,100 | 178–389 g/mi | 400 mi |
| 8-cyl 4.4 L · Premium Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 13–16 | 18–22 | 15–18 | $4,550–$5,500 | 488–586 g/mi | — |
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,550 | 383 g/mi | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 M | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,500 |
| X5 M Competition | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,500 |
| X5 M50i | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| X5 sDrive40i | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0 | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,550 |
| X5 xDrive40i | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0 | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,550 |
| X5 xDrive45e | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 22 | 20 | $4,100 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2021 BMW X5?
According to EPA data, the 2021 BMW X5 is rated at 15–23 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2021 BMW X5 have?
The EPA data lists 6 and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2021 BMW X5 use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2021 BMW X5?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,550 to $5,500.