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BMW X5 vs Mercury Mountaineer

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

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2010 Mercury Mountaineer

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Overview

SpecBMW X540 xDriveMercury MountaineerBase
Selected trim40 xDriveBase
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic5-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20272010

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X540 xDriveMercury MountaineerBase
MSRP$72,100$29,480 (best)
Lowest listing price$74,347 (best)—
Median listing price$85,167 (best)—
Highest listing price$90,072 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X540 xDriveMercury MountaineerBase
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)16 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)14 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)20 MPG
Fuel tank21.9 gal22.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW X540 xDriveMercury MountaineerBase
Horsepower394 hp (best)210 hp
Torque428 lb-ft (best)254 lb-ft
Engine size3 L4 L (best)
CylindersI6V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW X540 xDriveMercury MountaineerBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume67.7 cu ft85.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,710 lbs (best)5,305 lbs
Payload1,349 lbs1,440 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,216 lbs4,525 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase119.5 in (best)113.7 in
Length197.2 in (best)193.5 in
Width78.7 in (best)73.7 in
Height68.9 in71.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X540 xDriveMercury MountaineerBase
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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 X5Mercury Mountaineer
1

40 xDrive

$72,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$29,480 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

Base

$31,800 MSRP

3—

Premier

$34,860 MSRP

4—

Premier

$37,180 MSRP

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BMW X5 vs Mercury Mountaineer FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW X5 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X5 vs 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Mercury Mountaineer starts lower at $29,480. Live BMW X5 listings start at $74,347.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X5 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
The 2010 Mercury Mountaineer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,480).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X5 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X5 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (394).
Which has better seats: 2027 BMW X5 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
The 2010 Mercury Mountaineer leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X5 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,710).