How much does the 2025 BMW X5 cost?

Prices have softened 10.20% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 4,854 listings available, which suggests solid inventory availability. If you find a listing below $62,171.78, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2025 BMW X5 a good car?

8.33/10.

The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel, Performance, Technology, and Safety.

The X5 is positioned as a midsize luxury SUV that blends performance, comfort, and technology, and it does so with a choice of powertrains that includes a turbocharged inline-six and a V8. It also brings a modern curved dashboard display and high-quality materials, which supports its well-rounded feel.

Trade-offs: It is not the best value versus some rivals, and advanced safety features are not standard.

With 33.7% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 BMW X5 reliable?

The X5 is presented as a well-rounded SUV that meets expectations for interior space, driving dynamics, and tech, rather than exceeding them. Its four-year/50,000-mile new-vehicle warranty is comparable to most rivals, which helps frame ownership expectations.

For dependability, the six-cylinder models are rated at 25 mpg combined, while the V8 and high-performance versions use more fuel, which can matter over time if you plan to keep the vehicle long term. BMW also notes that the X5 xDrive50e plug-in hybrid offers 39 miles of electric range, which can reduce fuel use for shorter trips.

BMW’s first scheduled maintenance visit is included, which is a helpful ownership perk. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that higher-spec versions can bring higher running costs if you prioritize performance over efficiency.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 BMW X5?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and verify that the specific example you’re considering has a clean title and consistent service records. A pre-purchase inspection is especially important if you’re looking at a higher-mileage or heavily optioned X5, since equipment levels and maintenance costs can vary. Focus on tire wear, brake condition, and whether the features you want are actually present on the trim you’re shopping.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base models come standard with 20-inch wheels and run-flat all-season tires, while the Silver Anniversary Edition adds Shadowline trim, a sportier wheel design, Lime Rock Grey paint, and an off-road package.
• Powertrain: You can choose a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six with 375 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque, a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with 523 hp and 553 lb-ft, or a plug-in hybrid with 483 hp and 516 lb-ft.
• Safety package: Standard Active Driving Assistant includes lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and forward collision warning, but not adaptive cruise control. That requires the Driving Assistance Professional Package, which adds Highway Assistant.
• Infotainment: The curved display combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto plus BMW Operating System 8.
• Fuel efficiency: Six-cylinder models are EPA-rated at 25 mpg combined; the V8 returns 19 mpg combined; the high-performance X5 M Competition is rated at 15 mpg combined; the plug-in hybrid offers 39 miles of electric range.

Which 2025 BMW X5 trim should I buy?

The 2025 BMW X5 is offered in 5 trim levels: X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50e, X5 M60i xDrive, X5 M Competition.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The X5 sDrive40i gives you the entry point, but BMW’s standard equipment is relatively light compared with some rivals, and adaptive cruise control is not standard.
• Sweet-spot trim: The X5 xDrive40i is the best all-around pick if you want the core X5 experience with all-wheel drive and the same strong six-cylinder performance.
• Premium/top trim: The X5 xDrive50e is the most compelling upscale choice if you want the plug-in hybrid powertrain, standard air suspension, and strong electric-only range.
• Off-road trim: The Silver Anniversary Edition’s xOffroad Package adds air suspension, a locking rear differential, a roof rack, and off-road camera views, but it compromises the X5’s on-road strengths for most daily drivers.

The standard safety package is solid, but if you want adaptive cruise control and Highway Assistant, you need the Driving Assistance Professional Package.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 BMW X5?

This is a moderate buyer’s market, so you can shop selectively without expecting deep distress pricing.

• Deal availability: 33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,854 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.20% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 95.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $62,171.78, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 BMW X5's resale value?

The current average of $62,174 sits slightly below last year's $69,237.

That price movement suggests the market has cooled, which can help you buy more confidently today. If you plan to sell later, the X5’s strong brand appeal and broad trim range should help support demand, but higher purchase prices and option-heavy builds can still affect resale. The best future resale prospects will likely come from well-kept examples with desirable equipment and clean history.

Is the 2025 BMW X5 safe?

The X5 earned a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and a four-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, with four-star ratings in frontal and rollover crash tests, and five-star ratings in side crash tests.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard Active Driving Assistant includes lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and forward collision warning. Adaptive cruise control is not standard, and you need the Driving Assistance Professional Package to get Highway Assistant, which adds hands-free capability at speeds up to 85 mph.

Should I buy a 2025 BMW X5 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.20% compared with last year.
• The 2025 adds a 25th-anniversary limited edition while keeping the updated curved display, strong powertrain choices, and top-tier safety recognition.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $54,081, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $62,174 average.
• It remains a delight to drive while supplying about 40 miles of electric-only range.

The bottom line: If you want the newest version with the strongest current-market safety and feature set, the 2025 is the cleaner pick. If your priority is saving money, the 2024 is the smarter value play and still delivers much of the same core X5 appeal.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.