What engine does the 2019–present BMW X5 use?

The G05 generation offered 3.0L B58 turbo I6, 4.4L N63/S68 twin-turbo V8 and xDrive45e/50e PHEV. Which one you buy matters more for long-term cost than trim level does.

Is the 2019–present BMW X5 worth buying today?

It scores 4.2/5 as a used buy, with running costs at 3.3/5. Worth buying when the car has records and clears an inspection covering its engine, transmission and suspension.

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Generation Guide · 2019–present BMW X5 · Midsize luxury SUV

2019–present BMW X5 Review: Should You Buy It?

4 min readUpdated October 13, 2026

Also worth reading: 2014–2018 BMW X5 Buying Guide, BMW X5 Buying Guide and BMW Reliability Guide.

The 2019–present BMW X5 covers the G05 generation from start to finish. Mechanically these years are the same car — same platform, same engine family, same failure points — so shop the individual car's condition and service history rather than chasing a specific model year. xDrive40i with the B58 is the pick; buy CPO where you can.

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Quick Verdict

⭐ Overall verdict: 4.2/5 · Very good
Reliability: 3.9/5 · Good
Known problems: Early iDrive 7 software glitches, 12V battery / electrical draw complaints, V8 models remain maintenance-heavy
Recommended?: Yes — a strong used buy
Better alternatives: The 2014–2018 generation is cheaper and simpler, with an older tech and safety package.
Maintenance: 3.3/5 · Average

Bottom line: Buy with caution — the car is competitive but has known weak spots to inspect for.

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Buy Score · 2019–present only

★★★★★4.2/5

Buy with caution — the car is competitive but has known weak spots to inspect for.

Reliability· 2019–present only

★★★★★3.9/5

Maintenance

★★★★★3.3/5

Ownership cost

★★★★★3.3/5

Parts availability

★★★★★4.2/5

This score covers 2019–present only. The model guide scores the X5 across all generations.

Model-year changes

What's New in the 2019–present X5?

This generation launched in 2019: Current X5: CLAR platform, B58 inline-six, mild-hybrid tech, larger displays and a plug-in hybrid xDrive45e. Mid-cycle updates landed in 2023, so later cars in the span pick up interior and tech revisions. Powertrain and core hardware carry over across the span, which is exactly why we cover the whole generation on one page instead of splitting near-identical years apart.

Engines

• 3.0L B58 turbo I6
• 4.4L N63/S68 twin-turbo V8
• xDrive45e/50e PHEV

Transmissions

• 8-speed ZF automatic

Reliability

How Reliable Is the 2019–present X5?

Across 2019–present, reliability tracks the generation as a whole rather than any one model year. Early-build cars (2019–2020) carry the usual first-run risk, and late-run cars have had years of TSB and running fixes applied. The issues that actually decide whether a car is worth buying: Early iDrive 7 software glitches; 12V battery / electrical draw complaints; V8 models remain maintenance-heavy.

Known issues

Common Problems

Bring this list to your pre-purchase inspection.

✓Early iDrive 7 software glitches
✓12V battery / electrical draw complaints
✓V8 models remain maintenance-heavy

Ownership

Maintenance Expectations

Expect X5 maintenance costs typical of the G05 generation. Engines: 3.0L B58 turbo I6 / 4.4L N63/S68 twin-turbo V8 / xDrive45e/50e PHEV. Transmissions: 8-speed ZF automatic. Budget for the usual service intervals (oil, brakes, cooling, transmission fluid) plus preventative work on the known-weak items above. Parts for a 2026 BMW X5 are priced closer to the German luxury norm — factor that into your ownership budget.

Before you buy

Inspection Checklist

Focused on what tends to fail on the G05 generation.

Engine

Cold-start smoke, oil level and color, valve cover / cam-cover leaks, timing components if due.

Transmission

Shift quality from a cold start, TCC lockup smoothness, fluid color and smell.

Suspension

Bushings, ball joints, shocks/struts; listen for clunks over bumps.

Rust

Rocker panels, wheel arches, frame and suspension mounts; critical on trucks and SUVs in salt-belt states.

Cooling System

Coolant color, pressure test, radiator condition, water-pump seepage.

Electronics

Infotainment boot time, cameras, driver-assist calibration, power seats and windows.

Interior

Dashboard cracks in hot climates, seat bolster wear, headliner sagging.

Service Records

Verify recall completion, timing-belt/water-pump history, transmission service intervals.

The Verdict

Should You Buy a 2019–present X5?

Within 2019–present, condition and maintenance history beat model year almost every time. Later cars in the span are typically the most sorted; earlier cars are the cheapest way into the generation. If a 2019–present BMW X5 passes a pre-purchase inspection with the known weak points checked, it's a defensible used buy. Strengths in this generation: B58 is BMW's best modern six, Very refined, Strong CPO support.

Best for: Buyers cross-shopping the whole G05 generation of the BMW X5 rather than one specific model year.

Better alternatives

Consider Instead

The 2014–2018 generation is cheaper and simpler, with an older tech and safety package.

← 2014–2018 X5

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2019–present BMW X5 reliable?

Reliability comes out at 3.9/5 in our scoring for this generation. Treat that as the starting point and let the car’s own records and inspection result decide the rest.

Should I buy a 2019–present BMW X5?

Buy one when it comes with records and passes an independent inspection. On this year the deciding factors are condition and history, not mileage or trim.

What are the common problems on the 2019–present BMW X5?

Early iDrive 7 software glitches; 12V battery / electrical draw complaints; V8 models remain maintenance-heavy

Is the 2019–present BMW X5 expensive to maintain?

Running costs rate 3.3/5 for this generation, with parts easy enough to source. Budget for the generation-specific repairs listed above rather than for routine servicing.

What's new in the 2019–present X5?

It sits in the G05 generation (2019–present). The generation section above covers what changed and when.

What engines and transmissions did the 2019–present BMW X5 come with?

Engines: 3.0L B58 turbo I6, 4.4L N63/S68 twin-turbo V8, xDrive45e/50e PHEV. Transmissions: 8-speed ZF automatic.

What should I inspect on a used 2019–present BMW X5?

Engine: Cold-start smoke, oil level and color, valve cover / cam-cover leaks, timing components if due. Transmission: Shift quality from a cold start, TCC lockup smoothness, fluid color and smell. Suspension: Bushings, ball joints, shocks/struts; listen for clunks over bumps. Rust: Rocker panels, wheel arches, frame and suspension mounts; critical on trucks and SUVs in salt-belt states.

Who is a 2019–present BMW X5 best for?

Buyers who want this generation's specific combination of 3.0L B58 turbo I6 or 4.4L N63/S68 twin-turbo V8 and midsize luxury suv practicality, bought on records rather than on the lowest odometer reading.

Should I consider a different year instead?

Worth comparing against the adjacent years in this generation (2018) — pricing often moves more than the mechanical difference does.

Generation guide

BMW X5 Generations

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Generation 1
E53 · 2005–2006
Final run of the original X5 after the 2004 facelift, with the 3.0L M54 inline-six and 4.4L/4.8L V8s.
2005–2006 X5 guide
Generation 2
E70 · 2007–2013
Bigger, more electronic second-generation X5 on the E70 platform: xDrive AWD, optional third row, iDrive, and a naturally aspirated N52 inline-six on the entry model alongside V8 and later turbo-six and diesel options.
2007–2013 X5 guide
Generation 3
F15 · 2014–2018
Third-generation X5: lighter structure, 8-speed automatic across the range, wider turbo engine lineup and a plug-in hybrid.
2014–2018 X5 guide
Generation 4
G05 · 2019–2026
Current X5: CLAR platform, B58 inline-six, mild-hybrid tech, larger displays and a plug-in hybrid xDrive45e.
2019–2026 X5 guide

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