2021 vs 2022 BMW X5
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G05
2019–2026
Sold as sDrive40i, xDrive40i, M50i, xDrive45e
- 4 warnings
- 12 recalls
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G05
2019–2026
Sold as sDrive40i, xDrive40i, M50i, xDrive45e
- 4 warnings
- 1 recall
Both years are the same generation, so most of what they offer is shared.
Watch out for
Reputation: what owners and the press report. Tap one to see what to check.
2021
Nothing that 2022 lacks.
2022
Nothing that 2021 lacks.
Both years
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Air suspension compressor and spring failures All years One source so far
What to check: See that it sits level and at the right height, and listen for a noisy compressor.
Euro Premium Parts calls the air suspension compressor a common failure on every G05, usually between 60,000 and 100,000 miles, and says the rear air springs leak.
A seller's guide (unofficial)
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Oil leaks on the six All years One source so far
What to check: Look for oil at the valve cover and oil filter housing.
Euro Premium Parts says the B58's valve cover and oil filter housing gaskets seep from about 50,000 to 80,000 miles, and that a leak onto the exhaust can smoke.
A seller's guide (unofficial)
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Integrated brake system recalls All years
What to check: Make sure the integrated brake system recalls were done.
NHTSA lists recalls for the integrated brake system, which can lose its power assist and ABS, on 2019 to 2021 cars and again on 2024 and 2025 cars.
NHTSA
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Plug-in hybrid battery recalls and wear 2021–2026
What to check: Make sure the battery recalls were done and ask for a battery health check.
NHTSA lists two 2021 recalls for xDrive45e battery cells that could short circuit, and Euro Premium Parts says the battery slowly loses range, more so when it is rarely charged.
NHTSA, a seller's guide (unofficial)
Recalls
2021
- 20V483000 2021
The tires may have a damaged inner layer and lose pressure quickly while driving. Dealers replace them. NHTSA
- 20V490000 2021
Loose weld beads can bridge the hybrid battery's cells and short circuit them. Dealers inspect the battery modules and replace them if needed. NHTSA
- 20V528000 2020–2021
The headlights can show a blue light, so the cars do not meet the federal lighting standard. Dealers inspect them and replace them if needed. NHTSA
- 20V601000 2021
Debris may have got into the hybrid battery cells when they were made. Drivers are told not to charge the car until dealers inspect the battery and replace modules if needed. NHTSA
- 20V678000 2020–2021
The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bracket may separate. Dealers replace the front axle support. NHTSA
- 20V761000 2021
The connection between the 48-volt battery and the starter-generator may have been assembled badly, raising its resistance. Dealers inspect it and replace it if needed. NHTSA
- 21V031000 2021
The universal joint of the steering column shaft may not have been tightened properly and can loosen. Dealers replace the bolt, or the shaft and joint as well. NHTSA
- 21V062000 2019–2021
The rotor and shaft in the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and can separate under hard braking, losing ABS and brake assist. Dealers replace the brake system. NHTSA
- 21V089000 2021
The right front brake disc may have been fitted with the wrong fasteners and could work loose. Dealers replace both front discs. NHTSA
- 21V096000 2019–2021
Part of the reversing camera's picture may be blocked, or the screen may stay dark, when reverse is selected. Dealers update the camera software. NHTSA
- 21V156000 2021
The outer second-row head restraints may be the wrong type for the car. Dealers inspect them and replace them as needed. NHTSA
2022
Nothing that 2021 lacks.
Both years
- 22V267000 2019–2022
The roof control unit may let the sunroof close without the key in the car, against the federal power window standard. Dealers reprogram it. NHTSA
What changed between
After 2021, up to and including 2022.
- 2022The Black Vermilion Edition and a Climate Comfort Package are offered, and the wireless charger is dropped for the year. Edmunds, CarGurus
What it came with
2021
Nothing that 2022 lacks.
2022
Both years
Colors
2021
- Jet Black 2021 Edmunds
- Arctic Grey Metallic 2021 Edmunds
- Dark Graphite Metallic 2021 Edmunds
- Phytonic Blue Metallic 2021 Edmunds
2022
Nothing that 2021 lacks.
Both years
- Mineral White Metallic 2021–2025 Edmunds
- Alpine White 2021–2025 Edmunds
- Carbon Black Metallic 2021–2025 Edmunds
- Manhattan Green Metallic 2021–2025 Edmunds
- Black Sapphire Metallic 2021–2025 Edmunds
Interiors
2021
- Cognac Vernasca leather, 2021 Edmunds
- Canberra Beige and Black SensaTec leatherette, 2021 Edmunds
- Canberra Beige Vernasca leather, 2021 Edmunds
- Ivory White and Night Blue Extended Merino premium leather, 2021 Edmunds
2022
Nothing that 2021 lacks.
Both years
- Tartufo Extended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025 Edmunds
- Ivory White Extended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025 Edmunds
- Black Extended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025 Edmunds
- Coffee Extended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025 Edmunds
What owners and buyers say
Reputation: what owners and the press report
2021
Nothing that 2022 lacks.
2022
Nothing that 2021 lacks.
Both years
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Sought after: An xDrive40i All years
Edmunds says to go with the xDrive40i, and Euro Premium Parts calls it the best balance of performance, reliability and running costs, with 2021 and later cars the sweet spot. Edmunds, a seller's guide (unofficial)