Herb Chambers BMW of Boston
2026 BMW X5
Now available at Herb Chambers BMW of Boston in Boston, MA
- Starting MSRP$67,600
- Horsepower375–523 hp
- EPA MPG21–23 city / 23–27 hwy
- Electric Range40 mi
Common questions
The 2026 BMW X5 is a five-seat luxury SUV for Boston-area shoppers comparing refined daily transportation with strong towing and performance potential. At Herb Chambers BMW of Boston on Commonwealth Avenue, this page covers the X5 lineup, its available powertrains, efficiency, dimensions, towing capability, and key differences from comparable luxury SUVs, while connecting shoppers with live new-vehicle inventory and local BMW support.
- Starting MSRP
- $67,600
- Horsepower
- 375–523 hp
- EPA MPG
- 21–23 city / 23–27 hwy
- Electric Range
- 40 mi
- Max Towing
- 5,952–7,209 lbs
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Rear Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Unleaded (Required)
- Body Style
- SUV
How the 2026 BMW X5 Compares With Competitors
The 2026 BMW X5 starts at $67,600 before tax, title, registration and dealer fees. Its range of power, efficiency, towing capability and drivetrain configurations gives shoppers several ways to prioritize performance, fuel use or utility when comparing luxury SUVs.
| Spec | 2026 BMW X5 | 2026 Lexus GX | 2026 Land Rover Defender | 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $67,600 | $66,785 | $63,500 | $72,250 |
| Horsepower | 375–523 hp | 349 hp | 296–626 hp | 375–603 hp |
| EPA MPG | 21–23 city / 23–27 hwy | 15 city / 21 hwy | 14–18 city / 18–23 hwy | 15–21 city / 20–26 hwy |
| Electric Range | 40 mi | — | — | 50 mi |
| Max Towing | 5,952–7,209 lbs | 7,601–9,063 lbs | 7,715–8,200 lbs | 7,700 lbs |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5–7 seats | 5–8 seats | 5 seats |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Unleaded (Required) | Premium Unleaded (Required) | Premium Unleaded (Recommended) | Premium Unleaded (Required) |
Manufacturer figures for the model year shown; a range spans that model's trims. Starting MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.
Compared with the 2026 Lexus GX, the X5 starts at $67,600 versus $66,785, offers 375 to 523 horsepower versus 349 hp, and returns 21 to 23 city and 23 to 27 highway MPG versus 15 city and 21 highway MPG. The Lexus offers 7,601–9,063 lbs of towing versus the X5’s 5,952 to 7,209 lbs, while the X5 offers rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and the GX uses four-wheel drive; efficiency-focused buyers may favor the BMW, while maximum towing buyers may favor the Lexus.
Against the 2026 Land Rover Defender, the X5 starts at $67,600 compared with $63,500, with 375 to 523 horsepower versus 296–626 hp. The BMW returns 21 to 23 city and 23 to 27 highway MPG, while the Defender is rated at 14–18 city and 18–23 highway MPG; the Defender offers 7,715–8,200 lbs of towing versus the X5’s 5,952 to 7,209 lbs, favoring buyers focused on towing, while the BMW suits shoppers prioritizing efficiency.
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE starts at $72,250 and offers 375–603 horsepower, 15–21 city and 20–26 highway MPG, 50 mi of electric range, and 7,700 lbs of towing. The X5 starts lower at $67,600, offers 375 to 523 horsepower, 21 to 23 city and 23 to 27 highway MPG, 40 mi of electric range, and 5,952 to 7,209 lbs of towing; the Mercedes-Benz may appeal to shoppers seeking greater electric range or towing, while the BMW offers rear-wheel-drive availability and a lower starting MSRP.
Specifications and Configuration
The 2026 BMW X5 uses an automatic eight-speed transmission, requires premium unleaded fuel and is offered as an SUV with inline or V engine layouts. Across five trims, horsepower ranges from 375 to 523 hp, torque from 398 to 553 lb-ft, engine displacement from 2,998 to 4,395 cc, and cylinders from six to eight.
Available configurations include the rear-wheel-drive sDrive40i and all-wheel-drive xDrive40i, xDrive50e and M60i. Starting MSRPs for the named trims are $68,300, $70,600, $76,000 and $93,600 respectively. The xDrive50e has a 40 mi electric range and a 2 hr charge time.
The X5 measures 194.2 inches long, 78.9 inches wide and 69.1 inches high, with a 117.1-inch wheelbase and 87.3-inch width with mirrors. Cargo space behind the rear seats ranges from 33.1 to 33.9 cu ft, curb weight ranges from 4,919 to 5,573 lbs, and fuel capacity ranges from 18.2 to 21.9 gal. Across the lineup, 0-60 times range from 4.6 to 5.3 seconds and maximum towing ranges from 5,952 to 7,209 lbs.
Buying a 2026 BMW X5 in Boston
Herb Chambers BMW of Boston serves Boston-area shoppers at 1168 Commonwealth Avenue. The store receives BMW vehicles on a rolling basis, so shoppers can use search inventory to review current new-vehicle listings and compare available X5 configurations.
For ownership support, local BMW resources include service appointments, service specials and parts specials. Shoppers considering a change from their current vehicle can also use the trade-in tool to begin the appraisal process before discussing an X5.
What to Weigh Before Buying
Start by matching the powertrain to the way the X5 will be used. The lineup spans rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, six- and eight-cylinder engines, and a plug-in hybrid configuration with 40 mi of electric range.
Efficiency and capability involve trade-offs across trims. City fuel economy ranges from 21 to 23 MPG and highway economy from 23 to 27 MPG, while towing ranges from 5,952 to 7,209 lbs. Pricing, equipment and drivetrain should be reviewed together when narrowing the lineup.