BMW X5 reviews

In-depth expert reviews, first drives and road tests of the BMW X5.

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BMW iX5 review

Definitive review Published 22 October 2026

BMW iX5 review

The BMW X5 SUV is available as the all-electric iX5, though there are other options in the range. Read the review

BMW X5 eDrive (plug-in hybrid prototype) review

BMW X5 eDrive (plug-in hybrid prototype) review

Taking over the baton from the electric BMW i brand, hybrid technology comes to the X5 SUV.

BMW X5 review

BMW X5 review

Ahead of its world debut at the Frankfurt Show, we've tested the new BMW X5.

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BMW X5 testers' notes

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We’re driving the new, all-electric BMW iX5 today

We’re driving the new, all-electric BMW iX5 today

20 October 2026

Shane is in California this week at the international media drive event for the new BMW X5, including the key new, all-electric iX5.

Vital stats: over 800km range, 578hp and from about €107k in Ireland.

Embargo on driving impressions lifts Thursday evening.

BMW X5 videos

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Video review of the 2027 BMW iX5

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2027 BMW X5 preview

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2027 BMW X5 X-shaped lights

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About to drive 2027 BMW iX5

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BMW X5 comparison tests

BMW X5, Lexus RX, Volvo XC90 hybrid SUV comparison

Comparison test 30 May 2016

BMW X5, Lexus RX, Volvo XC90 hybrid SUV comparison

Do big SUVs make sense as plugin hybrids? And if they do, which one is best? And is an old-school hybrid actually better?