BMW X5 xDrive40i vs. xDrive45e
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW X5 xDrive40i and BMW X5 xDrive45e contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW X5 xDrive40i and the BMW X5 xDrive45e.
When comparing the BMW X5 xDrive40i's and the BMW X5 xDrive45e's specifications and ratings, the BMW X5 xDrive40i 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, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The BMW X5 xDrive45e has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X5 xDrive40i's and the BMW X5 xDrive45e's specifications and ratings, the BMW X5 xDrive40i is a better car than the BMW X5 xDrive45e.
Pricing: A used 2023 BMW X5 xDrive40i ranges from $46,000 to $68,421 while a used 2023 BMW X5 xDrive45e is priced between $46,673 to $70,614. For a new model, the BMW X5 xDrive40i's price is between $66,129 and $80,267, with the BMW X5 xDrive45e priced between $69,955 and $81,354.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X5 xDrive40i loses 55 percent of its value and the BMW X5 xDrive45e loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the BMW X5 xDrive40i retains 4.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5 xDrive45e.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. BMW X5 is ranked 7 out of 20 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the BMW X5 is ranked 14 and the BMW X5 is ranked 14 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The BMW X5 is also ranked 18 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X5 is ranked 18 out of 68 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 is 8.4 out of 10. For the BMW X5 the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW X5 xDrive40i’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the BMW X5 xDrive45e base engine makes 389 horsepower. The xDrive40i is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 548 miles. The xDrive45e is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 430 miles. This gives the BMW X5 xDrive40i the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW X5 xDrive45e. The xDrive40i uses premium unleaded, and the xDrive45e uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$66,129 - $80,267
Starting MSRP:
$63,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$68,406
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$44,825 - $113,700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$69,955 - $81,354
Starting MSRP:
$65,700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$73,560
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$49,400 - $104,200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$58,257
Price Range:
$46,000 - $68,421
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$70,647
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$49,692 - $102,747
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
179
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
36,446
# Good or Great Deals:
43
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$60,607
Price Range:
$46,673 - $70,614
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$84,921
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$57,423 - $122,758
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
88
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
42,534
# Good or Great Deals:
42
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X5 xDrive40i
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
9.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
6.9 - 12.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
13.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X5 xDrive45e
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
12.7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
8.3 - 12.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
18.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.7 - 27
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
18.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
5.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 19.5
BMW X5 Rankings
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24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Other BMW X5 Trim Levels
M50i, sDrive40i
Other BMW X5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
389 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
443 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 25 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 548 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 22 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 430 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
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:
33.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4863 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5646 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/50R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Phytonic Blue Metallic
Brown
Sparkling Brown Metallic
Gray
Dark Graphite Metallic
Green
Manhattan Green Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Coffee / Cognac / Tartufo
Gray
Silverstone
White
Ivory White
