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BMW X5 vs BMW X7

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

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2026 BMW X5

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Overview

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iBMW X7xDrive40i
Selected trimsDrive40ixDrive40i
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridmild hybrid
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iBMW X7xDrive40i
MSRP$68,300 (best)$87,500
Lowest listing price$10,895 (best)$25,755
Median listing price$79,175$66,497 (best)
Highest listing price$111,850 (best)$168,835
For sale now219 (best)51

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iBMW X7xDrive40i
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)25 MPG
Fuel tank21.9 gal21.9 gal

Performance

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iBMW X7xDrive40i
Horsepower375 hp375 hp
Torque398 lb-ft398 lb-ft
Engine size3 L3 L
CylindersI6I6

Size & capability

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iBMW X7xDrive40i
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume72.3 cu ft90.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,952 lbs (best)—
Payload1,054 lbs1,261 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,919 lbs (best)5,452 lbs
Ground clearance8.3 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase117.1 in122.2 in (best)
Length194.2 in203.6 in (best)
Width78.9 in (best)78.7 in
Height69.1 in72.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iBMW X7xDrive40i
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
RolloverNot Rated—
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

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

sDrive40i

$68,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

xDrive40i

$87,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

xDrive40i

$70,600 MSRP

M60i

$115,000 MSRP

3

xDrive50e

$76,000 MSRP

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4

M60i

$93,600 MSRP

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5

Competition

$131,000 MSRP

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BMW X5 vs BMW X7 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 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: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW X5 starts lower at $68,300. Live BMW X5 listings start at $10,895. Live BMW X7 listings start at $25,755.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (68,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (617).
Which has better seats: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,209).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X5 vs 2027 BMW X7?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).