2025 BMW X5

The 2025 BMW X5 brings five-seat SUV practicality, premium power and flexible drivetrain choices to Herb Chambers BMW of Boston in Boston, MA. Shoppers can explore the X5’s four listed trims, from the rear-wheel-drive sDrive40i to the performance-focused all-wheel-drive M60i, along with the plug-in hybrid xDrive50e. This page covers pricing, powertrains, efficiency, dimensions and cargo space, then helps compare the X5 with the 2025 Lexus GX, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and Audi Q7 before a visit or online inventory search.

Starting MSRP

$66,300

Horsepower

375–523 hp

EPA MPG

17–23 city / 22–27 hwy

Electric Range

39 mi

Seating

5 seats

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive

Fuel

Premium Unleaded (Required) / Regular Unleaded

Body Style

SUV

How the 2025 BMW X5 Compares With Its Competitors

Pricing, output, fuel economy, seating and drivetrain help define the choice among premium midsize SUVs. The 2025 BMW X5 starts at $66,300, and MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

The 2025 Lexus GX starts at $63,935 compared with the X5’s $66,300, and produces 349 hp versus the X5 range of 375 to 523 hp. The Lexus offers 15 city / 21 hwy MPG, Four Wheel Drive and seating for 5–7, while the X5 offers 5 seats; the GX also lists 7,601–9,063 lbs of max towing for buyers focused on towing capacity.

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class starts at $71,350 and offers 375–603 hp, compared with the X5’s $66,300 starting MSRP and 375 to 523 hp range. The GLE lists 14–21 city / 19–26 hwy MPG, 50 mi of electric range, All Wheel Drive and 7,700 lbs of max towing, favoring shoppers prioritizing those figures, while the X5 offers a lower starting price and five-seat configuration.

The 2025 Audi Q7 starts at $60,500, below the X5’s $66,300 starting MSRP, and lists 261–335 hp compared with the X5’s 375 to 523 hp range. The Q7 offers 18–20 city / 23–26 hwy MPG, seating for 7, All Wheel Drive and 4,400–7,700 lbs of max towing, while the X5 suits buyers seeking five seats and greater listed power.

2025 BMW X5 Specifications and Configuration

The X5 is a five-seat SUV with an automatic transmission and an inline or V engine layout. Across its five trims, horsepower ranges from 375 to 523 hp, torque from 398 to 553 lb-ft, engine size from 3.0 to 4.4 L, and displacement from 2,998 to 4,395 cc.

Drivetrain choices include rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The sDrive40i uses rear-wheel drive, while the xDrive40i, xDrive50e and M60i use all-wheel drive. Fuel options are premium unleaded required and regular unleaded, depending on configuration.

Fuel economy ranges from 17 to 23 city MPG and 22 to 27 highway MPG. The xDrive50e lists a 39-mile electric range and a five-hour charge time. Across trims, 0–60 times range from 4.2 to 5.3 seconds.

The X5 measures 194.3 inches long, 78.9 inches wide and 69.1 to 69.5 inches high, with a 117.1-inch wheelbase and 87.3-inch width with mirrors. Cargo space behind the rear seats ranges from 31.1 to 33.9 cu ft, while curb weight ranges from 4,919 to 5,573 lbs and fuel capacity from 18.2 to 21.9 gallons.

Buying a 2025 BMW X5 in Boston, MA

Herb Chambers BMW of Boston serves Boston shoppers from 1168 Commonwealth Avenue. The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so the most current way to review incoming and available options is to search inventory.

Trim selection starts with the $66,300 sDrive40i and extends to the $90,850 M60i. The xDrive40i starts at $68,600, while the xDrive50e starts at $73,800 and adds plug-in hybrid capability with a 39-mile electric range.

For a valuation when changing vehicles, use the trade-in tool before discussing the X5 with the BMW team in Boston.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Consider how much performance and drivetrain flexibility fits the way the SUV will be used. The rear-wheel-drive sDrive40i emphasizes the lowest starting price and highest listed city and highway MPG, while all-wheel-drive trims add different power and performance profiles.

The xDrive50e is the only listed X5 trim with an electric range, while the M60i has the highest listed horsepower, torque and quickest 0–60 time. Cargo volume also varies by trim, ranging from 31.1 to 33.9 cu ft behind the rear seats.

Budget for the destination charge of $1,175 in addition to the vehicle’s starting MSRP, as well as tax, title, registration and dealer fees. Comparing the complete purchase plan with the preferred powertrain can make the trim decision clearer.