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BMW X5 vs BMW X7

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Overview

SpecBMW X540 xDriveBMW X7xDrive40i
Selected trim40 xDrivexDrive40i
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridmild hybrid
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X540 xDriveBMW X7xDrive40i
MSRP$72,100 (best)$87,500
Lowest listing price$74,347 (best)$95,307
Median listing price$85,167 (best)$101,205
Highest listing price$90,072 (best)$128,957
For sale now410 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X540 xDriveBMW X7xDrive40i
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)25 MPG
Fuel tank21.9 gal21.9 gal

Performance

SpecBMW X540 xDriveBMW X7xDrive40i
Horsepower394 hp (best)375 hp
Torque428 lb-ft (best)398 lb-ft
Engine size3 L3 L
CylindersI6I6

Size & capability

SpecBMW X540 xDriveBMW X7xDrive40i
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume67.7 cu ft90.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,710 lbs (best)—
Payload1,349 lbs (best)1,261 lbs
Curb weight5,216 lbs (best)5,452 lbs
Ground clearance—8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase119.5 in122.2 in (best)
Length197.2 in203.6 in (best)
Width78.7 in78.7 in
Height68.9 in72.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X540 xDriveBMW X7xDrive40i
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW X5BMW X7
1

40 xDrive

$72,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

xDrive40i

$87,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

M60i

$115,000 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW X5 vs BMW X7 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X5 vs 2027 BMW X7 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW X5 starts lower at $72,100. Live BMW X5 listings start at $74,347. Live BMW X7 listings start at $95,307.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (72,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
Which has better seats: 2027 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,710).