BMW X5 vs Lincoln Navigator
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Lincoln Navigator
Overview
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | sDrive40i | Premiere |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $68,300 (best) | $89,995 |
| Lowest listing price | $10,895 (best) | $15,136 |
| Median listing price | $79,254 (best) | $90,860 |
| Highest listing price | $111,672 (best) | $136,433 |
| For sale now | 200 (best) | 54 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21.9 gal | 23.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 432 hp (best) |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft | 510 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 72.3 cu ft | 107 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 5,952 lbs | 8,700 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,054 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,919 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in | 8.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 122.5 in (best) |
| Length | 194.2 in | 210 in (best) |
| Width | 78.9 in | 80 in (best) |
| Height | 69.1 in | 78 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X5sDrive40i | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not 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 pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 1 (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.
| Trim | BMW X5 | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | sDrive40i $68,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premiere $89,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | xDrive40i $70,600 MSRP | Premiere $92,995 MSRP |
| 3 | xDrive50e $76,000 MSRP | L Premiere $92,995 MSRP |
| 4 | M60i $93,600 MSRP | L Premiere $95,995 MSRP |
| 5 | Competition $131,000 MSRP | Reserve $99,995 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Reserve $102,995 MSRP |
| 7 | — | L Reserve $102,995 MSRP |
| 8 | — | L Reserve $105,995 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Black Label $114,995 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Black Label $117,995 MSRP |
| 11 | — | L Black Label $117,995 MSRP |
| 12 | — | L Black Label $120,995 MSRP |
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BMW X5 vs Lincoln Navigator FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X5 vs 2027 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW X5 starts lower at $68,300. Live BMW X5 listings start at $10,895. Live Lincoln Navigator listings start at $15,136.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2026 BMW X5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (68,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2026 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2026 BMW X5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2026 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (617).
- Which has better seats: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2027 Lincoln Navigator leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X5 or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2027 Lincoln Navigator leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,700).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X5 vs 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).