BMW has unveiled the fifth-generation X5 with updated exterior styling, an all-new cabin and the widest range of powertrains ever offered on a luxury SUV. In addition to petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid variants, BMW has unveiled the first-ever all-electric iX5, with a hydrogen-powered version set to join the line-up at a later stage.
- The world’s first fully electric BMW iX5 with a WLTP range of up to 845 km.
- A hydrogen-powered iX5 will join the lineup later
- Production will begin at the Spartanburg plant in August 2026.
BMW X5: exterior design
The new X5 uses BMW’s latest design language, inspired by the Neue Klasse, while maintaining familiar SUV proportions. The front end is taller and more upright than before, with a revised illuminated grille and new LED double-X badges.
BMW says the new lighting combines the daytime running lights, direction indicators and low beam headlights into a single element. Adaptive LED headlights with cornering lights, matrix high beams and Selective Beam anti-dazzle technology are offered as standard.
Viewed from the side, the X5 features cleaner body surfaces, flush-mounted windows and new BMW Winglet power door handles integrated into the B- and C-pillars. The SUV also received pronounced wheel arches and a more sculpted shoulder line.
At the rear, the X5 gets slimmer LED taillights with new lighting technology, an updated bumper and a wider stance. The M60e xDrive has a more aggressive appearance with unique styling elements, while the M Sport and M Sport Pro packages continue to be offered. Buyers can choose from 11 exterior colors and alloy wheels ranging in size from 21 to 23 inches.
The new X5 is 4994 mm long, 2000 mm wide and has a wheelbase of 3035 mm. Boot capacity is 655 liters, expanding to 1,850 liters with the rear seats folded down, while plug-in hybrid variants offer 525-1,680 liters.
BMW X5: interior and features
The X5 gets a completely redesigned cabin with a new dashboard layout and fewer physical controls. It now features BMW’s Panoramic iDrive Display, which displays key information at the bottom of the windscreen, a 17.9-inch central touchscreen, a 3D Head-Up Display and an additional passenger display. Part of the update also includes a new steering wheel design.
The cabin receives new trim, including additional slate and glass accents, and enhanced ambient lighting. Other features include a standard panoramic glass roof, sport seats, optional ventilated multifunction front seats with massage function, power soft-close doors, wireless charging, over-the-air software updates and a Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system with Dolby Atmos support. Buyers can also opt for four-zone climate control, and rear passengers will get a dedicated touchscreen to control the climate system.
The X5 also gets BMW’s latest Level 2 Driver Assistance package, which includes adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, highway and city driving assist, park assist and automatic emergency braking. Other safety features include multiple airbags, tire pressure monitoring and electronic stability control.
BMW X5: power units
The fifth-generation X5 will be offered with five powertrain options, making it the first BMW model to be available with petrol, diesel, hybrid (PHEV), battery electric (EV) and, later, hydrogen fuel cell. The range includes the X5 40 xDrive petrol, X5 40d xDrive diesel, X5 50e xDrive and X5 M60e xDrive plug-in hybrids, and the all-electric iX5 60 xDrive. BMW has also confirmed that a production version of the iX5 Hydrogen will join the lineup at a later date.
The X5 40 xDrive uses a 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with a 48V mild hybrid engine producing 400PS. and 580 Nm, and the diesel X5 40d xDrive develops 313 hp. and 670 Nm.
The X5 50e xDrive plug-in hybrid combines a 3.0-liter gasoline engine with an electric motor producing 489 hp. and 700 Nm, and the top-end X5 M60e xDrive develops power of 612 hp. and 800 Nm. Both PHEVs offer an electric-only WLTP range of up to 102 km and support up to 11 kW AC charging.
BMW iX5: battery, charging, range and performance
The iX5 uses a 141 kWh battery and an 800 V electrical architecture. Its dual-motor powertrain produces 578 hp. and 805 Nm of torque, delivering a claimed 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h. BMW claims a WLTP range of up to 845 km. The battery supports DC fast charging up to 460 kW, delivering 10 to 80 percent charging in 23 minutes. It also supports up to 22kW AC charging and bi-directional charging.
BMW has also reworked the X5’s chassis, making adaptive suspension standard across the range. Adaptive Chassis Control and Adaptive Air Suspension are available on some variants, and the iX5 gets BMW’s latest Integrated Chassis and Powertrain Control system.
BMW X5: production and launch schedule
Production of the fifth-generation X5 will begin at BMW’s Spartanburg plant in the United States in August 2026. Petrol and diesel models will go on sale worldwide from the end of November 2026, while the iX5 and hybrid variants will go on sale in early 2027.