BMW X5 vs Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG

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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2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG

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Overview

Spec	BMW X5sDrive40i	Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMG
Selected trim	sDrive40i	ML55 AMG
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine type	mild hybrid	gas
Model year	2026	2003

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X5sDrive40i	Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMG
MSRP	$67,600	$65,900 (best)
Lowest listing price	$41,144 (best)	—
Median listing price	$76,847 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$104,622 (best)	—
For sale now	12 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW X5sDrive40i	Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMG
Combined MPG	—	14 MPG (best)
City MPG	—	13 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	—	17 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	21.9 gal	24.5 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	BMW X5sDrive40i	Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMG
Horsepower	375 hp (best)	342 hp
Torque	398 lb-ft (best)	376 lb-ft
Engine size	3 L	5.5 L (best)
Cylinders	I6	V8

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X5sDrive40i	Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMG
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	5 (best)
Cargo volume	72.3 cu ft (best)	71 cu ft
Towing capacity	5,952 lbs (best)	5,000 lbs
Payload	1,054 lbs	1,422 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,919 lbs (best)	5,072 lbs
Ground clearance	8.3 in	8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase	117.1 in (best)	111 in
Length	194.2 in (best)	182.5 in
Width	78.9 in (best)	74.6 in
Height	69.1 in	71.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X5sDrive40i	Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMG
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	None 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.

Trim	BMW X5	Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG
1	sDrive40i $67,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)	ML55 AMG $65,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	xDrive40i $69,900 MSRP	—
3	xDrive50e $75,200 MSRP	—
4	M60i $92,600 MSRP	—
5	Competition $129,700 MSRP	—