BMW X5 xDrive35d

20092016 · 8 configurations

Lowest
21
Average
23
Best
27

The BMW X5 xDrive35d has been tested by the EPA across 8 different configurations spanning model years 2009 through 2016. Over this period, the X5 xDrive35d has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 27 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2016
25
2015
27
2014
26
2013
22
2012
21
2011
22
2010
22
2009
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (X5 xDrive35d) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the BMW X5 xDrive35d. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the BMW BMW X5 (For 2000-16. For 2017 on, see model 421). grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
169
Total Deaths
59

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.8%
Fire Occurrence
3.6%
Speeding Involved
20.1%
DUI Involved
17.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

79%
Front
11%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2022
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2021
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2019
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2018
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2017
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2016
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2015
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.10
2014
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.38

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2016
2
2015
1
2014
8
2012
2
2011
3
2010
5
2009
12
Critical
Moderate
Advisory