The 2027 BMW X5 gives shoppers a bigger decision than which trim or paint color to choose. Its complete redesign brings a battery-electric iX5 into the family alongside gasoline and plug-in hybrid models, with BMW estimating up to 435 miles of electric range for the new iX5 60 xDrive.
That number is a preliminary manufacturer estimate, not a final EPA rating. The different versions also arrive on different schedules, so buyers should separate what launches this fall from what follows in 2027. Here are the powertrain, price and everyday-use details that matter.
The electric iX5 pairs a large battery with fast charging
The iX5 60 xDrive uses two electric motors and all-wheel drive, producing a combined 570 horsepower and 593 pound-feet of torque. BMW quotes an estimated 4.4-second run to 60 mph. Its battery has 144 kWh of usable capacity, and the new electrical system operates at 800 volts.
BMW’s preliminary 435-mile range estimate comes from its own testing using EPA procedures. Equipment, weather, speed and other conditions will affect real-world range. Shoppers should compare the final EPA label when it becomes available rather than treating this early figure as a guarantee.
A standard NACS port handles charging. BMW says the system supports up to 460 kW of DC charging and a 10%–80% session in 22 minutes under suitable conditions. That is a peak capability, not a rate maintained throughout a charging session, and the station must be able to supply the required power.
Gas and plug-in hybrid options remain in the lineup
The X5 40 and 40 xDrive use an updated 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 394 horsepower and 428 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic and 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance are part of the package. The 40 is rear-wheel drive; the 40 xDrive adds all-wheel drive.
Buyers who can charge regularly but still want a gasoline engine for longer trips can choose the X5 50e xDrive plug-in hybrid. Its engine and electric motor deliver 483 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of combined torque. The battery provides 26.5 kWh of usable capacity.
BMW estimates up to 44 miles of electric driving for the 50e, again based on preliminary testing using EPA procedures. The mild-hybrid gas models are different: they do not provide the plug-in model’s rechargeable electric-driving capability.
The redesign changes the cabin and the door handles
BMW’s listed dimensions for the X5 40 xDrive are 197.2 inches long, 78.7 inches wide without mirrors and 68.9 inches tall, with a 119.5-inch wheelbase. It seats five, with 27.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and up to 67.7 cubic feet with them folded. Those figures describe that version, so check the specifications for the powertrain you choose.
Inside, Panoramic Vision projects information across the base of the windshield, while a 17.9-inch central touchscreen runs the new operating system. An optional 14.6-inch passenger screen adds entertainment functions. BMW says an interior camera can darken that display if it detects driver distraction.
Outside, the door handles move into the pillars for a cleaner body design. Soft Close is standard, while powered doors are optional. The distinction matters: the new handle layout does not mean every X5 comes with doors that open and close electrically.
Prices start at $71,250, with a staggered U.S. launch
Including BMW’s $1,450 destination charge, the announced starting prices are $71,250 for the rear-drive X5 40, $73,550 for the X5 40 xDrive, $78,950 for the X5 50e xDrive plug-in hybrid and $81,250 for the iX5 60 xDrive. Options, taxes and other fees are additional.
The X5 40 xDrive reaches the U.S. market first, in October 2026. BMW says the rear-drive 40, plug-in hybrid and electric iX5 follow in the first quarter of 2027. A V8-powered M Performance version is planned for later in 2027; the hydrogen fuel-cell iX5 is further ahead and should not be treated as an immediate launch choice.
For buyers deciding whether to wait, the useful question is which powertrain fits their driving and charging access. The redesigned family offers several answers, but the full range will not be available at once. Sources: BMW’s U.S. announcement and BMW’s X5 specifications.
