2026 BMW X5 Price, Specs and Range

What is it?

The G05 X5 received its LCI mid-life facelift in 2023, with redesigned headlights, illuminated kidney grille on the M Sport pack, and the curved display running iDrive 8.5. Three core drivetrains, all xDrive AWD: xDrive30d diesel MHEV, xDrive40i petrol MHEV, and the headline xDrive50e PHEV with 96 km WLTP electric range. M60i V8 sits above.

The lineup runs from xDrive30d at $129,900 plus on-roads, through to M60i xDrive at $199,900 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.

Interior and Technology

xDrive50e delivers 96 km WLTP EV range, longest in the segment. xDrive30d diesel six is the long-haul tow tug at 7.4 L/100 km. 3,500 kg braked on diesel and petrol, 2,700 kg on the PHEV. Sharpest dynamic SUV of the German trio.

Five seats only, no third row available in Australia. PHEV pricing premium is $40k over the xDrive30d. iDrive 8.5 has dropped the rotary controller. Options inflate the price quickly, drive-away can climb past $190k.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the X5?

Reasons to buy

xDrive50e delivers 96 km WLTP EV range, longest in the segment. xDrive30d diesel six is the long-haul tow tug at 7.4 L/100 km. 3,500 kg braked on diesel and petrol, 2,700 kg on the PHEV. Sharpest dynamic SUV of the German trio.
Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. EV battery: 8 years, 160,000 km.
5-star ANCAP (2019), full driver-assist suite.
650 L (1,870 L folded) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.

Reasons to wait

Five seats only, no third row available in Australia. PHEV pricing premium is $40k over the xDrive30d. iDrive 8.5 has dropped the rotary controller. Options inflate the price quickly, drive-away can climb past $190k.
You need seven seats (Audi Q7, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Volvo XC90), a stronger off-road brief (Range Rover Sport), or a sharper buy-in (Audi Q7 at $116,400 plus on-roads).
ANCAP rating is from 2019. If you need seven seats step up to the X7.
Top trim climbs to $199,900 plus on-roads.

Who it suits

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Families

650 L (1,870 L folded) boot, full safety suite

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Tow rigs

3,500 kg braked

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Drivers

Pace and poise

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Premium

Cabin quality up top

CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper: xDrive50e delivers 96 km WLTP EV range, longest in the segment. xDrive30d diesel six is the long-haul tow tug at 7.4 L/100 km. 3,500 kg braked on diesel and petrol, 2,700 kg on the PHEV. Sharpest dynamic SUV of the German trio.
The trade-off: Five seats only, no third row available in Australia. PHEV pricing premium is $40k over the xDrive30d. iDrive 8.5 has dropped the rotary controller. Options inflate the price quickly, drive-away can climb past $190k.
Check before you buy: ANCAP rating is from 2019. If you need seven seats step up to the X7.
Best suited to: PHEV commuters, tow buyers, driver-focused and tech buyers who want the dynamic pick of the German large luxury SUV trio. xDrive50e is the standout.

Common questions

How much is the 2026 BMW X5 in Australia?

Pricing opens at $129,900 plus on-roads for the xDrive30d, $137,900 for the xDrive40i, $169,900 for the xDrive50e PHEV, and $199,900 plus on-roads for the M60i V8 flagship.

How far can the BMW X5 PHEV drive on electricity?

96 km WLTP electric range from the xDrive50e plug-in hybrid, using a 25.7 kWh battery and 7.4 kW AC charging.

How much can the BMW X5 tow?

3,500 kg braked on the xDrive30d, xDrive40i and M60i, and 2,700 kg braked on the xDrive50e PHEV.

Is the BMW X5 available as a 7-seater in Australia?

No. The X5 is a five-seater only in Australia. Buyers wanting seven seats step up to the X7.

BMW X5

What is it?

Interior and Technology

Should you buy the X5?

Reasons to buy

Reasons to wait

The Rivals

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