BMW X5

20002006 · 21 configurations

Lowest
14
Average
16
Best
16

The BMW X5 has been tested by the EPA across 21 different configurations spanning model years 2000 through 2006. Over this period, the X5 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 14 MPG to 16 MPG, with an overall average of 16 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2006
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,300132016MPG
2006
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2006
4.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300142016MPG
2005
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,300132016MPG
2005
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2005
4.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300142016MPG
2004
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,300132016MPG
2004
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2004
4.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300142016MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2003
4.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,950131714MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2002
4.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,950121614MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2001
4.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,950121614MPG
2000
4.4L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,950121614MPG

Historical Efficiency

2006
16
2005
16
2004
16
2003
16
2002
16
2001
16
2000
14

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (X5) 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. 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
176
Total Deaths
102

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
25.6%
Fire Occurrence
2.8%
Speeding Involved
22.2%
DUI Involved
16.5%
Primary Impact Zone

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

84%
Front
7%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2022
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2021
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2020
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2019
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.53
2018
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2017
Fatal Crashes20
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2015
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2014
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.48

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2006
1
2005
3
2004
4
2003
2
2002
1
2001
8
2000
7
Critical
Moderate
Advisory