Overview
- Engines
- 3.0L turbo inline-six, 3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid, 3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid, 375 hp, 4.4L turbo V8, 4.4L turbo V8, 523 hp, 3.0L turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid, 3.0L turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid, 483 hp, 4.4L turbo V8 mild hybrid
- On record
- 5 warnings, 39 recalls
Sold as sDrive40i (2020–2026), xDrive40i, xDrive50i (2019–2020), M50i (2020–2023), xDrive45e (2021–2023), xDrive50e (2024–2026), M60i (2024–2026)
The story
The G05 was shown online on 6 June 2018 and went on sale that November. It rides on BMW's CLAR platform and could be had with four-wheel steering or an air suspension that raises and lowers the car. A published reference
Every 2019 car had all-wheel drive. The rear-drive sDrive40i and the V8 M50i came for 2020, and the xDrive45e plug-in hybrid, built with its battery in South Carolina, followed. Edmunds, a published reference
A facelift for 2024 brought new lights and bumpers, a more powerful six, the xDrive50e plug-in hybrid and the M60i, and dropped the third row. Edmunds calls 2026 the end of the line for this generation. Edmunds, a published reference
Colors
- Jet Black2021
- Arctic Grey Metallic2021
- Dark Graphite Metallic2021
- Phytonic Blue Metallic2021
- Frozen Pure Grey Metallic2025
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- Brooklyn Grey Metallic2025
- Skyscraper Grey Metallic2025
- Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic2025
- Dravit Grey Metallic2025
- Tanzanite Blue II Metallic2025
- Ametrin Metallic2025
- Mineral White Metallic2021–2025
- Alpine White2021–2025
- Carbon Black Metallic2021–2025
- Manhattan Green Metallic2021–2025
- Black Sapphire Metallic2021–2025
Interiors
- CognacVernasca leather, 2021
- TartufoExtended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025
- BlackVernasca leather, 2021
- BlackSensaTec leatherette, 2021
- Canberra Beige and BlackSensaTec leatherette, 2021
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- Canberra BeigeVernasca leather, 2021
- Ivory White and Night BlueExtended Merino premium leather, 2021
- Ivory WhiteVernasca leather, 2021
- CoffeeVernasca leather, 2021
- Ivory WhiteExtended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025
- BlackExtended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025
- CoffeeExtended Merino premium leather, 2021–2025
- SilverstoneSensafin leatherette, 2025
- CognacSensafin leatherette, 2025
- CoffeeSensafin leatherette, 2025
- BlackSensafin leatherette, 2025
Sources: Edmunds
Specs
Badges
- sDrive40i (2020–2026): 3.0L turbo inline-six, 3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid, 3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid, 375 hp, sDrive rear-wheel drive Edmunds, a published reference
- xDrive40i: 3.0L turbo inline-six, 3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid, 3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid, 375 hp, xDrive all-wheel drive Edmunds
- xDrive50i (2019–2020): 4.4L turbo V8, xDrive all-wheel drive Edmunds, a published reference
- M50i (2020–2023): 4.4L turbo V8, 523 hp, xDrive all-wheel drive Edmunds, a published reference
- xDrive45e (2021–2023): 3.0L turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid, xDrive all-wheel drive CarGurus, Edmunds, a published reference
- xDrive50e (2024–2026): 3.0L turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid, 483 hp, xDrive all-wheel drive Edmunds, a published reference
- M60i (2024–2026): 4.4L turbo V8 mild hybrid, xDrive all-wheel drive Edmunds
Engines
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3.0L turbo inline-six B58 engine page Edmunds, a published reference
335 hp and 330 lb-ft · 2019–2020
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3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid B58 engine page Edmunds
335 hp and 331 lb-ft · 2021–2023
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3.0L turbo inline-six mild hybrid, 375 hp B58 engine page Edmunds
375 hp and 398 lb-ft · 2024–2026
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4.4L turbo V8 N63 Edmunds, a published reference
456 hp and 479 lb-ft · 2019–2020
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4.4L turbo V8, 523 hp Edmunds, a published reference
523 hp · 2020–2023
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3.0L turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid B58 engine page Edmunds, a published reference
A 24 kWh battery, and 30 miles of electric range on the EPA's estimate · 2021–2023
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3.0L turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid, 483 hp B58 engine page Edmunds, a published reference
483 hp, and 39 miles of electric range on the EPA's figure for 2024 and 2025 · 2024–2026
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4.4L turbo V8 mild hybrid Edmunds, CarGurus
2024–2026
Transmissions
- Eight-speed automatic Edmunds, a published reference
Drivetrains
- xDrive all-wheel drive Edmunds
- sDrive rear-wheel drive (2020–2026) Edmunds, a published reference
Trims
- Sports Activity Vehicle A published reference
Packages
- xLine Design Edmunds
- M Sport Package Edmunds
- Convenience Package Edmunds
- Premium Package Edmunds
- Executive Package Edmunds
- Dynamic Handling Package Edmunds
- Off-Road Package Edmunds
- Driving Assistance Professional Package Edmunds
- Parking Assistance Package Edmunds
- Luxury Seating Package Edmunds
- Climate Comfort Package (2022–2026) Edmunds
- M Sport Professional Package Edmunds
- Two-axle air suspension Edmunds
- Third-row seat with rear air suspension (2019–2023) Edmunds
- Black Vermilion Edition (2022) Edmunds, a published reference
Figures
- Built: At BMW's plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where the xDrive45e's batteries were made too A published reference
- Platform: BMW's Cluster Architecture (CLAR), shared with the G30 5 Series and G11 7 Series A published reference
- Towing: Up to 7,200 lb with the factory hitch Edmunds
- Award: One of Edmunds' Best Midsize SUVs and Best Luxury SUVs for 2019 Edmunds
Years and what changed
- 2019
The fourth X5 arrives as the xDrive40i and xDrive50i, both with all-wheel drive. Edmunds, a published reference
- 2020
The V8 M50i and the rear-drive sDrive40i join the range, and the xDrive50i has its last year. Edmunds, a published reference
- 2021
The xDrive45e plug-in hybrid arrives, and Android Auto is added. CarGurus, Edmunds
- 2022
The Black Vermilion Edition and a Climate Comfort Package are offered, and the wireless charger is dropped for the year. Edmunds, CarGurus
- 2023
The wireless charger returns. CarGurus
- 2024
Refresh
A facelift brings new lights and bumpers, a curved display, a 375 hp six, the xDrive50e plug-in hybrid and the mild hybrid M60i, and the third row is dropped. Edmunds, CarGurus, a published reference
- 2025
Highway Assistant gains automatic lane changes. Edmunds
- 2026
No notable changes in the last year of the generation. Edmunds
Watch out
Faults owners and the press report, and how to spot each one.
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Air suspension compressor and spring failures All years
One source so far
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
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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Early iDrive software faults 2019–2020
One source so far
Check: Make sure the software is up to date, and test the screen and controls.
Euro Premium Parts says 2019 and 2020 cars had iDrive 7 freezes and reboots, mostly cured by software updates. A seller's guide (unofficial)
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Integrated brake system recalls All years
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
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)
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Open the checklistRecalls
Newest first. Ask the seller for proof the work was done, or check the VIN with NHTSA.
2024–2025 Recall 26V422000
The integrated brake system can malfunction, losing power brake assist or stopping the ABS and stability control working properly. Dealers inspect it and replace it if needed. NHTSA
2026 Recall 25V837000
The instrument panel may have been made wrongly and stop the passenger airbag deploying properly. Dealers replace the panel trim. NHTSA
2019–2020 Recall 25V644000
After repeated tries, the starter motor can overheat from an electrical overload. Dealers replace the starter, including on cars fixed under 24V576000. NHTSA
2026 Recall 25V556000
The windshield may not be sealed properly, letting water into the power distribution box or a control unit. Dealers inspect the seal and repair it, replacing control units and wiring as needed. NHTSA
2024 Recall 24V739000
The integrated brake system can malfunction, losing power brake assist or stopping the ABS and stability control working properly. Dealers replace the module. NHTSA
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2024–2025 Recall 24V697000
Welds in the integrated brake module's servomotor can break, losing power brake assist and rear braking, and the ABS and stability control may not work. Dealers replace the brake system. NHTSA
2019–2020 Recall 24V576000
If the starter motor fails, repeated tries to start the car can overheat it. Dealers update the software. NHTSA
2025 Recall 24V345000
The seat belt system may wrongly sense that a passenger is belted, so the warning light stays off and the airbags may not deploy as they should. Dealers inspect and replace the front lower seat belts as needed. NHTSA
2024–2025 Recall 24V327000
The tire placard may give the wrong tire size and pressure. Dealers replace it. NHTSA
2024 Recall 24V138000
The instrument panel may not have been made properly, so the airbag may not deploy correctly or the panel may come apart when it does. Dealers replace the panel. NHTSA
2024–2025 Recall 24V104000
The integrated brake system can malfunction, losing power brake assist or stopping the ABS and stability control working properly. Dealers replace it. NHTSA
2023 Recall 23V821000
A badly made weld on the gearbox control unit's cover can let transmission oil leak into the control unit. Dealers replace the mechatronics module and the fluid as needed. NHTSA
2024 Recall 23V622000
The front passenger's knee airbag may not deploy as it should. Dealers replace it. NHTSA
2024 Recall 23V471000
The driver's or passenger's knee airbag may not have been made correctly and may not deploy as it should. Dealers replace it. NHTSA
2023 Recall 23V253000
The guide sleeves of the outer second-row head restraints may lack their locking tabs, against the federal head restraint standard. Dealers inspect and replace them. NHTSA
2023 Recall 22V942000
One of the bolts joining the driver's seatback to the seat frame may not have been fitted correctly. Dealers inspect it and fit the bolt if needed. NHTSA
2023 Recall 22V820000
The windshield may not be bonded properly, letting water reach electrical parts and short circuit them. Dealers inspect the seal and refit the windshield with a new one if needed. NHTSA
2019–2022 Recall 22V267000
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
2019 Recall 21V520000
The instrument panel may not have been made correctly, which could stop the passenger airbag deploying properly. A dealer replaces the panel. NHTSA
2021 Recall 21V156000
The outer second-row head restraints may be the wrong type for the car. Dealers inspect them and replace them as needed. NHTSA
2019–2021 Recall 21V096000
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
2021 Recall 21V089000
The right front brake disc may have been fitted with the wrong fasteners and could work loose. Dealers replace both front discs. NHTSA
2019–2021 Recall 21V062000
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
2021 Recall 21V031000
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
2021 Recall 20V761000
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
2020–2021 Recall 20V678000
The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bracket may separate. Dealers replace the front axle support. NHTSA
2021 Recall 20V601000
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
2020–2021 Recall 20V528000
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
2021 Recall 20V490000
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
2021 Recall 20V483000
The tires may have a damaged inner layer and lose pressure quickly while driving. Dealers replace them. NHTSA
2020 Recall 20V465000
An extra bolt on the starter motor could fall into the gearbox housing and stall the engine. Dealers remove it and replace damaged parts. NHTSA
2019–2020 Recall 20V434000
The bearing plate of the steering column shaft may not have been fastened properly and can loosen. Dealers inspect it and fasten or replace it. NHTSA
2019–2020 Recall 19V684000
The reversing camera's settings can be changed so its picture is no longer visible, and the car keeps that setting. Dealers update the camera software. NHTSA
2020 Recall 19V631000
The steering rack's pinion teeth can break under load, losing steering control. Dealers replace the steering rack. NHTSA
2019 Recall 19V541000
The left wheel bolts may not have been tightened enough and can loosen. Dealers replace and tighten them. NHTSA
2019 Recall 19V513000
The high-pressure fuel pump may not have been fitted properly, which can crack its flange and leak fuel. Dealers replace the pump. NHTSA
2019 Recall 19V096000
The bolts holding the driver's seat or seat belt may not have been tightened properly. Dealers check them and tighten them. NHTSA
2019 Recall 18V918000
The sun visors may carry a wrong airbag warning label or none. Dealers inspect them and replace them as needed. NHTSA
2019 Recall 18V732000
Capacitors in the body domain controller can short circuit and overheat. Dealers replace the control unit. NHTSA
Owning
What owners and buyers say
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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)
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Watch for
An early 2019 car or an xDrive50i 2019–2020
Less sought after One source so far
Euro Premium Parts says early 2019 cars carry more software bugs and first-year problems, and that the 2019 to 2020 xDrive50i's V8 has a history of oil use. A seller's guide (unofficial)
Maintenance
Engine oil and filter All years
Replace every 10,000 miles or 1 year, per a parts seller. Euro Premium Parts says to check the V8's oil level between changes A seller's guide (unofficial)
Ask the seller: Ask for oil change records.
Spark plugs All years
Replace every 60,000 miles, per a parts seller A seller's guide (unofficial)
Transfer case and rear differential fluid All years
Replace every 60,000 miles, per a parts seller A seller's guide (unofficial)
If it was skipped: Euro Premium Parts says both are often skipped on used cars.
Brake fluid All years
Replace every 2 years, per a parts seller A seller's guide (unofficial)
Warranty when new
| Basic | 50,000 miles or 4 years Edmunds |
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| Drivetrain | 50,000 miles or 4 years Edmunds |
| Rust | 12 years EdmundsAny miles |
| Roadside assistance | 4 years EdmundsAny miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | 36,000 miles or 3 years Edmunds |
Before you pay: every warning, recall and check on one sheet.
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