2016 BMW X5 xDrive 40e Car Review

BMW installs a plug-in hybrid powertrain in its biggest SUV. Offering a painless way to use less gasoline it also helps to meet those pesky governmental requirements.

[@fatbaldandhappy]

Great review as always Tom. The as tested price is stunning.

[@michaelrust7042]

I’m at the end of my 3 year lease on my 2016 X5 40e. With only 18k miles I’ve averaged 625-800 miles per tank fill up. (I actually kept receipts & records of the mileage.) The original sticker price was just over $70k & I absolutely love the many features, quality, style & solid construction of the vehicle so I’m looking to purchase it. Plus, within the first month of leasing it, I had a level 2 charging station installed in my garage, so I could always top off the charge for short trips. You get only 20 “e-miles” technically, but in the Sport mode, regenerative braking supplements the charging. I actually will toggle through the various driving modes; Eco-Pro, Comfort & Sport, as well as, Save, Auto & e-Drive every time I drive. Instead of braking, you can go into Comfort mode, then Sport to slow down the vehicle. Maybe I’m the only one doing this, but I like working the buttons while driving and I feel it maximizes my mpg & saves on the brake pads.

[@SuccesOnline]

Hey man. Have you had any problems with it? We want to acquire a 2017 hybrid model because it seems it's cheaper than the petrol ones. Thanks!

[@ShermanMR2]

Love your videos Tom.

[@chrissorreda4982]

Beautifully spec'd X5!

[@JohnSmith-rx2nd]

great review as always

[@Panicatthejazz]

I love what BMW did with this

[@fabiang89]

Tom, no one does it better

[@BMWiPerformance]

Great video! I added it to the "BMW X5 40e videos from around the world" playlist on my channel. Keep up the good work! :-)

[@DrivenCarReviews]

+BMW iPerformance Thanks man!

[@thomastalks3841]

Great review!

[@bsodmike]

Hi Tom, great review. I just sold my 2-year old 520d; how comfortable would you figure the backseats are on longer trips in this X5? Thanks so much!

[@nicholasbabeaux2052]

What a beautiful color exterior, I don't see that color on the road very much, it sucks people usually go for black and or Alpine White. Don't get me wrong they look great as well but this is just so classy

[@Log1cTech]

very nice car

[@sucreygalgo8071]

Did you say 14 miles ev range or 40 mile?

[@IAmAPhan]

Another quality review. Main subject, however, is underwhelming.

[@Reli55]

Hi Tom! Will you be able to review a Tesla? Watched your videos regarding hybrids and plug-ins but no Tesla.

[@werbrown]

Good review Tom thanks, very pricey for average person a $80k car must be for the 1% I read about.

[@JBM425]

The 1% help work out the technology which makes its way down to the rest of us.

[@sunnybornfree529]

What color is that?

[@JakeRoot]

Do they still sell the X5 diesel? I'd probably opt for that engine if possible, but the electric torque is killer on the eDrive model. Hard choice. Or is it?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

+Jake Root Yes, the diesel is available. Decisions, decisions...

[@Kev50027]

The 50i is a hoot too, if they have one on the lot, test drive it.

[@gasdorficmuncher9943]

3:31 made with real picnic table wood? impressive

[@hdidane00]

we need to know which is the better luxury hybrid suv . Mercedes Gle550E? Porsche cayenne? Volvo xc90? Lexus rx350?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Define better. Better is what's best for you and you alone. They are all very good, buy what you need and what you love and you'll get "better".

[@ShawnGS300]

How’s the 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e 4 Cyl 2.0 L Hybrid? I am thinking about getting one. Do you know how reliable it is?

[@Thegoatt84]

I hate those, just here for Tom... he's amazing, isn't he?

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

When will you do a review of the new X5 45e?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Not sure, there isn't one the press fleet at the moment

[@JakeVS2011]

Om my x5 hybrid 2016 i getting about 15 miles full ev mode, i get to 115km/hr on electric mode (will verify this again), I am running 95 octane Premium gasoline want switch to 92octane gas, on the gas tank it states 91-95 ron gasoline. Any one using lower octane gasoline?

[@teddegraff1323]

Peace Maker - I run 89 in mine. No pings, runs great.

[@trinitypanama7962]

NIce review keep it up tom , but does any one know that this car is full of crap! I own a 2018 model and this car has been in garage for 3 months in 2 years apart of its regular maintenance so imagine.

[@brucec43]

5200 lbs! About like an F150!

[@newbachelor566]

Switching to Otto! Bwahahahaha!

[@zhaoguanyugary]

I am 6'8, will this car fit me？

[@DrivenCarReviews]

+gary zhao I am 5'9" so really, I have to suggest sitting in one to find out

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

+gary zhao Probably not, as the X5 is designed for drivers from 5'2" to 6'4". You might fit in the large Range Rover or the Escalade.

[@rickslick730]

Yeah you might want to wait for the X7 that BMW is coming out with, that might be a little bigger for you

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Rick Smooth While the X7 will have a third row, the driver's seat still likely won't accommodate taller drivers than the X5 does. ;)

[@rickslick730]

We don't know that before it comes out! he will have to sit in one first to make that judgment , because i have a x5 and i'm over 6 feet,and i don't even have to put the seat all the way back when i'm drive my 2nd gen x5 because i have plenty of legroom, keep in mind the x5 is base of the 5 series, the x7 is base of the 7 series ;)

[@nousername2932]

Although I do like BMW, I hate how unreliable their turbo engines are.

[@Kev50027]

They're not really that unreliable. Still ahead of domestic auto makers, and miles ahead of Chrysler.

[@georgemckenzie4110]

+Kev50027 check the avatar...

[@kubanskiloewe]

thats why i went with the V6Hybrid from LExus....greetings from germany

[@Randywatson34]

Just go with a diesel

[@rickslife]

I’d rather have pure electric.

[@brucec43]

BMW ain't what it used to be, and they're coasting on the fumes of their previous handling reputation. Now they just make expensive luxury versions of what used to be excellent handling sedans and crossovers. Get your X3 or 2 series while they are still around.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

+Bruno TaTa Or, maybe BMW is just offering people more product to choose from. BMWs can be ordered with various degrees of performance and handling, and M cars are still available for those who want ultimate go power. That said, Cadillac has done a tremendous job with driving dynamics. Too few drivers are cross shopping them I would suspect.

[@brucec43]

Pray tell, exactly who was begging for numb steering feel and detached handling vs older models in return for a .05 mpg improvement in fuel economy?