BMW X5 MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA BMW X5 MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 2000 to 2027, with 2WD and AWD versions side by side.
X5 MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 117 configurations of the X5 across gas, plug-in hybrid and diesel versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 sDrive40iMild hybridPremium Gasoline | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | RWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | View |
| X5 xDrive40iMild hybridPremium Gasoline | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | View |
| X5 xDrive50ePlug-in hybrid, gas mode | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 21 | 23 | 22 | View |
| X5 M60i xDriveMild hybridPremium Gasoline | 4.4L 8-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | View |
| X5 M CompetitionMild hybridPremium Gasoline | 4.4L 8-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | View |
Plug-in hybrid rows show the gas-only rating.
X5 MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every X5 configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When X5 Fuel Economy Changed
The X5's ratings stay flat for long stretches. These are the model years where something changed enough to matter when you're comparing used ones.
- 2001: All-wheel drive becomes available. The best all-wheel drive version is rated at 16 MPG combined.
- 2009: The top combined rating rises to 22 MPG, up from 18 MPG the year before.
- 2014: The top combined rating rises to 26 MPG, up from 22 MPG the year before.
- 2016: A plug-in hybrid version arrives, rated at 24 MPG combined when running on gas alone.
How the X5 Compares
The EPA rated 55 full-size SUVs for 2026. The best X5 version, at 25 MPG combined, ties for 6th with 2 other models of 55. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 37 MPG, with a median of 21. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Cherokee | 37 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 36 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Highlander | 35 MPG |
| 4 | Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus TX | 27 MPG |
| 6 | BMW X5 | 25 MPG |
What Does a X5 Cost to Fuel?
Pick a X5, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
X5 MPG Questions
Which X5 year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2015 X5 xDrive35d holds the top EPA rating at 27 MPG combined (24 city, 31 highway). Among 2026 models, the X5 sDrive40i is rated at 25 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid X5?
The 2015 X5 xDrive35d with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel and all-wheel drive is rated at 27 MPG combined (24 city, 31 highway).
Is there still a gas-only X5?
Yes. The 2026 X5 lineup includes 4 gas-only versions, rated 15 to 25 MPG combined.
Does all-wheel drive hurt X5 fuel economy?
Not by much. On the 2026 X5, the best rear-wheel drive version is rated at 25 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 25 MPG.
Why doesn't my X5 match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Every figure on this page comes from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, pulled together by Cedrick Reese. The file lists 117 ratings for the BMW X5 from 2000 to 2027. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov