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BMW M5 vs. BMW X5

In comparing the BMW M5 to the BMW X5, the BMW M5 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW M5 versus the BMW X5, the BMW X5 is a better car than the BMW M5.

BMW M5 versus BMW X5 Pricing

A used 2023 BMW M5 ranges from $113,431 to $137,426 while a used 2023 BMW X5 is priced between $63,716 to $94,710. For a new model, the BMW M5's price is between $114,772 and $139,995, with the BMW X5 priced between $66,063 and $96,885.

BMW M5 versus BMW X5 Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M5 is 7.9 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the BMW M5 being ranked 11 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the BMW X5 being ranked 8 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the BMW M5’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 335 horsepower. The M5 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 BMW M5

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$114,772 - $139,995

Used Asking Price:

$113,431 - $137,426

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

54.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$66,063 - $96,885

Used Asking Price:

$63,716 - $94,710

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

53.8%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.9 / 10

Reliability:

8.4 / 10

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.5 / 10

Retained Value:

7.0 / 10

Safety:

8.6 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize Cars

7 / 29
11 / 29

Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

15 / 29

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs

4 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

5 / 67
8 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

9 / 25
12 / 25
16 / 67

Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

18 / 25

Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

19 / 21

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

60 / 67

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Trim Levels

Base

Trim Levels

M50i, sDrive40i, xDrive40i

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.31 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

600 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.138 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not applicable

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

335 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

330 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.069 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

4.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

8

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

15 / 21 / 17

Range (city/hwy):

302 / 422 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

21 / 26 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

460 / 569 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

14 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Overall Interior Volume:

103.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

39.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

60 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.7 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.1 inches

Cargo Space:

33.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

72.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4345 lbs

Width:

83.7 inches

Height:

58 inches

Length:

196.4 inches

Wheelbase:

117.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.2 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4828 lbs

Width:

87.3 inches

Height:

68.7 inches

Length:

194.3 inches

Wheelbase:

117.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.7 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 9.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

275/40R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 9.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

265/50R19