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2019-2027 BMW X5 MPG & Fuel Cost
9 model years · 15–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2027. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2019-2027 BMW X5 at a glance
The 2019-2027 BMW X5 covers 9 model years in the EPA database (41 configurations in all), rated 15–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $3,100 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD (26 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and gas. EPA changed the ratings in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027. The best combined rating in the generation, 26 MPG, was reached in 2027.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (1 configuration listed so far), so rows may be added.
2019-2027 BMW X5 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Hybrid | 26 MPG | $3,100 | Ratings changed |
| 2026 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15–25 MPG | $2,220–$5,410 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15–25 MPG | $2,260–$5,410 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Hybrid | 15–25 MPG | $3,220–$5,410 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $2,660–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $2,660–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15–23 MPG | $2,660–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 15–23 MPG | $3,560–$5,320 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 19–22 MPG | $3,580–$4,290 | First year |
What the 2027 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs to drive
Per month
$258
$3,100 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.17
Per 100 miles
$20.67
Five years
$15,500
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$60less a year
Class median $3,160 a year, MY2027
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2027 BMW X5 MPG
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (1 configuration listed so far), so rows may be added.
Versus 2026: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,220 to $3,100, $120 less.
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 xDrive (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 24 | 28 | 26 | $3,100 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 BMW X5 MPG
15–25 MPG · $2,220–$5,410/yr
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,220.
On electricity 60 MPGe, with 40 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $3,220 |
| sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $3,260 |
| M60i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,200 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,410 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive50e (Most efficient) | AWD | 22 | 60 | 40 mi | $2,220 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 68% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2025 BMW X5 MPG
15–25 MPG · $2,260–$5,410/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,220.
On electricity 58 MPGe, with 39 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $3,220 |
| sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $3,260 |
| M60i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,200 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,410 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive50e (Most efficient) | AWD | 22 | 58 | 39 mi | $2,260 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 67% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2024 BMW X5 MPG
15–25 MPG · $3,220–$5,410/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 25 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,510 to $3,220, $290 less.
Hybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $3,220 |
| sDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $3,260 |
| M60i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,200 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,410 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 BMW X5 MPG
15–23 MPG · $2,660–$5,360/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,510.
On electricity 50 MPGe, with 31 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,420 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,510 |
| xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,560 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive45e (Most efficient) | AWD | 20 | 50 | 31 mi | $2,660 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 60% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2022 BMW X5 MPG
15–23 MPG · $2,660–$5,360/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,510.
On electricity 50 MPGe, with 31 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,410 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,510 |
| xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,550 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive45e (Most efficient) | AWD | 20 | 50 | 31 mi | $2,660 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 60% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2021 BMW X5 MPG
15–23 MPG · $2,660–$5,360/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,560 to $3,510, $50 less.
On electricity 50 MPGe, with 31 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,440 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,510 |
| xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $3,560 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive45e (Most efficient) | AWD | 20 | 50 | 31 mi | $2,660 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 60% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2020 BMW X5 MPG
15–23 MPG · $3,560–$5,320/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 23 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,580 to $3,560, $20 less.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,560 |
| xDrive40i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,610 |
| xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,430 |
| M50i | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,430 |
| M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,320 |
| M Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,320 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 BMW X5 MPG
19–22 MPG · $3,580–$4,290/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,580 |
| xDrive50i | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,290 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD: $3,690 in California and $2,690 in Texas, a $1,000 difference.
- California $3,690
- Washington $3,470
- New York $3,060
- Florida $2,830
- Texas $2,690
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2027 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2006 (E53)
- 2007-2013 (E70)
- 2014-2018 (F15)
- 2019-2027* (G05)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2019-2027 BMW X5 get?
EPA rates the 2019-2027 BMW X5 at 15–26 MPG combined across 41 configurations and 9 model years. The most efficient version, the 2027 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD, is rated 26 MPG (24 city, 28 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 15–26 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 20–22 MPG; Gas: 15–23 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2019-2027 BMW X5?
The 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 26 MPG, in 2027. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2019.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2019-2027 BMW X5?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027.
How does the 2019-2027 BMW X5 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2014-2018 BMW X5) is rated 16–27 MPG combined and costs $2,760–$4,980 a year to fuel; the 2019-2027 model is rated 15–26 MPG and costs $2,220–$5,410 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 BMW X5 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,100 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $3,100 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 BMW X5 100 miles?
About $20.67 per 100 miles for the 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 BMW X5 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD is rated 24 city and 28 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 4 MPG.
How does the 2027 BMW X5 compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The 40 xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,100 a year to fuel, $60 less than the class median of $3,160, and less than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 184 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2027, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2027 BMW X5 different from the 2026 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,220 to $3,100, $120 less. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2027 against 5 configurations for 2026. See the 2026 BMW X5 for that year.