2024 BMW X5 xDrive50e PHEV - Highway MPG and Real-world EV Range Test

[@Ezzattadros]

I have done 122 km/ 75 miles on full battery charge on my X5 50e on long journeys. Some of it, I suspect, is due to regen. Currently my average consumption is 74.5 mpg(UK), with 67% electric mileage. The X5 PHEV is a no brainer for me, wirh huge saving on fuel.

[@the-bu3lb]

No Regen on the bmw only the 450e

[@AlixLondon]

@@the-bu3lb x5 50e has regenerative braking technology, which allows the vehicle to recoup part of its energy during deceleration and braking (its not as good as the set up was in the 45e)

[@ethangaskill]

Just bought the x5 50e after having a 2020 x5 40in (which I loved so much) and I'm beyonnnnnnd impressed with the updates on this car but also with the air suspension system... the drive is night and day, it's crazy.

[@jakes5530]

For long highway drives the standard X5 40i xdrive will likely be more economical. My dad said theirs does 32-33+ mpg on the highway at 70 mph. Still plenty fast too, 0-60 5.0 seconds…

[@Eugen-E]

He tested the xDrive40i and he also got 27mpg )) but outside temp was lower at 47.

[@nater-u1n]

Probably true given the weight difference, but almost everybody has mixed driving patterns, so the PHEV should still make better financial sense.

[@Veyronp87]

I had a x5 xdrive40i and best I ever did was like 27 mpg. But that’s at Texas highway speeds

[@Eugen-E]

@@Veyronp87 He got 27mpg at 70mph average speed.

[@Liplip40]

X5s are great lease return buys! Love mine

[@d3j051]

I have the X5 45E which is similar but the 50E definitely is an upgrade from the 45E with additional power and range. It's great as long as you have access to a plug in overnight and a willingness to plug it in often. If not, just stick with the 40I

[@AlixLondon]

honestly miss a lot of features I had on the 45e (the region override/ the rear seat fold latches, the buttons - did I mention the buttons :)

[@htschultz]

Thanks for the interesting review. I admittedly fast-forwarded thru parts of the video, but after you did the 45-ish all electric and the battery was fully depleted, I would've been interested in seeing what sort of hwy mileage you might have obtained driving in hybrid mode (if you had taken the time to fully recharge the battery again). In other words, 3 options: electric-only (you did that), gas only (you did that), and a third: hybrid (gas primary but with a fully-charged battery). Thanks!

[@Becker333]

This color combo growing on me fast incl light interior

[@LiohJuney]

X5 has been a turbo inline 6 for the plug-in since 2020 with the xDrive45e model. xDrive50e just ups the power from previous years.

[@DailyMotor]

Thanks, I don't know why I got so caught up in thinking this was the first year for B58. I blame TopherDrives.

[@vasilehotca8367]

Can you make a comparison between this an a GLE 53 HYBRID? THX

[@GamingWidFriendsForever]

Yeah

[@vasilehotca8367]

@GamingWidFriendsForever cant wait...

[@gamelauncher9821]

91k fully loaded the previous model top at low $80k it far too expensive but I love it

[@franktanner1636]

I think this is my next car when the leases come back.

[@baldheadlogic]

Great real world test. Impressive considering the weight and speed of the X5…

[@leok7193]

Does it keep different odometers for ICE/assisted miles vs EV only mode? I'm curious because I might be a 2nd owner at some point

[@DailyMotor]

Unfortunately no, but I see where you're going with that

[@ibz.a]

I like these videos; good scientific process to confirm EPA numbers. Reproducibility is key. Would like to see this on the 2025 MDX (not type S)

[@DailyMotor]

Thanks! Not many people seem to recognize that reproducibility is the most difficult aspect. Will very likely get the A-spec MDX

[@ibz.a]

@@DailyMotor yes it’ll be interesting to see if there is any difference 3 years later, if any at all give the same V6 engine, from your 2022 model mpg test video.

[@djplonghead5403]

Sounds reliable. Good thing most people will lease it.

[@drunkenwhiskeyeu]

Why is it a good thing? Over here it makes more sense to buy one outright (lease companies screw you over when you return the vehicle, damage etc)

[@shivsparkky]

@@drunkenwhiskeyeu Lease first four years or what ever u are comfortable in because you pay interest on portion of the car value, at the beginning of the year since lease rates are lower. plus you have a flexibility to upgrade and i totally agree this is not for everyone. When the lease comes to an end and if u like the car so much finance it and the then your rate of interest will be slightly higher on finance will only apply for the residual portion. this way you save some Interest overall.And BMW always has programs that they offer lower interest rate Month too.

[@bartekb8842]

European version of 50e is making 90-100km (60-65ml) in full electric .

[@ZekeBriarcliff]

We need their software!

[@rightlanehog3151]

Charlie, At this point, I would be alarmed if a German car did not beat EPA highway numbers. 😐

[@kathanzia]

With a EV like Tesla you’re supposed to charge only up to 80%. In winter you get 70% of indicated range If you extrapolate you get 30 miles range at best? Please comment

[@gatgolf]

What kind of mileage would you get in hybrid mode with a full battery?

[@DailyMotor]

That is very dependent on driving style and duration.

[@gatgolf]

@@DailyMotor realize that is correct, but it is the number most people would be most interested in. You should devise a 'norma' route and test that. What is a normal route? Well how about a 10-20 mile commute of 20% city/80% highway or thereabouts.

[@harrisonshore6073]

Poor Fisker driver at 4:12

[@sarahlzhang9559]

I still don't know the battery capacity. Mine 50e had 42 miles fully charged before, but now only 39 miles. I don't know why and how to deal with it to make the electric driving longer.

[@AW-gj4ji]

Longer trips and consistent speed with little braking.

[@kathanzia]

Not good practice to change to 100% for long term health

[@suheelbashir1479]

Great review with useful information. What app are you running on the windshield mounted phone?

[@DailyMotor]

Thanks! It's DigiHUD Speedometer on the Play Store, but most generic speedometer apps will function similarly.

[@gatgolf]

What are those flashing lights in the dash?

[@DailyMotor]

Those are infrared lights picked up by the camera, you don't actually see them.

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

The normal X5 is pretty damn efficient with the B58...

[@nicholaswoodcock7449]

hope to see real world test with the new cayenne, would be a great comparison

[@drunkenwhiskeyeu]

Thanks for the test ... BUT ... I would love to hear the actual engine/powertrain at some point, so when you are revving it, please don't talk :-) It's a big thing when buying an EV or PHEV, how it sounds. Thanks

[@DailyMotor]

We rev it out in our review! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKuXi5VtoJl6g9k

[@bhmbill]

You ran the battery out of charge then used hybrid mode with a dead battery. Need to try agan.

[@Ezzattadros]

Not so, I had it on nav as well, so the car's hybrid system kept switching between electric and ICE. I reached my destination with 1% of battery charge left.

[@MF2_ETaube]

70km of range in Europe is more than enough to last for 2 days easily furthermore driving at lower speeds it would be +100km more like.

[@mikeglover4492]

Electrical dumpster fire. Sent mine back after 3000 miles after it spent 6 out of 12 weeks in the shop having multiple electrical system and software updates / replacements. Steer clear until they fix the electrics because the car itself ( whilst not in the repair shop ) is a dream to drive

[@Martinz_Place]

EV is for the city drive. Then it will be optimal

[@georgedoolittle7574]

Almost zero towing capabilities.

[@DailyMotor]

It has over 5000 lbs

[@egomez1986]

Seems interesting but couldn’t stand the camera in your head.