All-new BMW X5 2025 — In-depth Review
The 2025 BMW X5 raises the bar for the luxury mid-size SUV segment with a redesigned front fascia, a new curved 14.9-inch iDrive 8.5 display, and an expanded powertrain lineup — from the efficient xDrive40i through to the 617 hp X5 M Competition. Whether you prioritise long-range touring, electrified efficiency, or outright performance, there is a configuration for every driver.
The 2025 BMW X5 M Competition sits at the apex of the lineup — a 4.4-litre M TwinPower Turbo V8 producing 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, channelled through an 8-speed M Steptronic gearbox with Drivelogic and Active M Differential. All models use BMW's xDrive AWD system with variable torque split.
Powertrain lineup:
- xDrive40i — 3.0L inline-6 TwinPower Turbo · 335 hp · 330 lb-ft
- xDrive50e PHEV — 3.0L inline-6 + electric motor · 483 hp combined · 40+ mi EV range
- M60i — 4.4L V8 mild hybrid (48V) · 523 hp · 553 lb-ft
- X5 M Competition — 4.4L M TwinPower V8 · 617 hp · 553 lb-ft · 3.7 s 0–60
The 2025 X5 range spans four distinct trim levels, each targeting a specific buyer profile.
Pricing tiers:
- xDrive40i — $67,900 · inline-6 · 335 hp · best all-round value
- xDrive50e PHEV — $81,500 · 483 hp combined · best for urban/suburban use
- M60i — $93,700 · V8 mild hybrid · 523 hp · grand-touring sweet spot
- X5 M Competition — $119,900 · full M car · 617 hp · track-capable
Price vs. key rivals (base):
- Mercedes GLE 450 — $63,550 (undercuts X5; fewer standard features)
- Audi Q7 55 TFSI — $60,700 (7-seat option; less performance-focused)
- Porsche Cayenne — $78,300 (more driver-focused; less cargo space)
The 2025 X5 adopts a sharper, more architectural look with a larger kidney grille, slimmer headlights, and flush door handles.
Exterior highlights:
- Enlarged kidney grille with active air shutter — improves aero at highway speeds.
- Slimmer Iconic Adaptive LED headlights; optional BMW Laserlight available.
- M Sport-specific front apron, side sills, and rear diffuser (M models standard).
- Flush door handles — new for 2025 — improve aerodynamics and premium feel.
- Available in 12 exterior colours; Frozen Marina Bay Blue is an Individual special order.
The X5 leads all rivals on powertrain breadth and outright performance, but concedes to the GLE on interior opulence and to the Cayenne on driver engagement. Against the Q7 it wins on power and tech but loses on third-row availability.
Summary ranking by category:
- Performance: X5 M Comp > Cayenne Turbo > AMG GLE 63 > SQ7
- Interior luxury: GLE Hyperscreen > X5 > Cayenne > Q7
- Technology: X5 iDrive 8.5 ≈ GLE Hyperscreen > Cayenne > Q7 MMI
- Practicality: Q7 (7-seat) > GLE (optional 3rd row) > X5 > Cayenne
- Value at entry: Q7 > GLE > X5 > Cayenne
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