With 1 recalls and 92 complaints, the 2020 BMW X5 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

20V4340002020-28-07

STEERING

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i vehicles and 2020 X6M vehicles. The steering column shaft bearing plate may not have been properly attached to the vehicle, allowing it to loosen.

A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2020 BMW X5's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 92 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine12

02Engine And Engine Cooling,electrical System12

03Electrical System10

04Power Train8

05Electrical System,engine6

92 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW X5 Fuel Economy

15–23mpg combined

13-21city

18-26hwy

$2,500-$3,850/yr

Fuel economy for the 2020 BMW X5 ranges from 15 to 23 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

X5 sDrive40i - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

21 city26 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

X5 xDrive40i - Automatic (S8)

22mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$2,650/yr4/10 Average

X5 M50i - Automatic (S8)

18mpg

4.4L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$3,200/yr3/10 Poor

X5 xDrive50i - Automatic (S8)

18mpg

4.4L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$3,200/yr3/10 Poor

X5 M - Automatic (S8)

15mpg

4.4L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

13 city18 hwy~$3,850/yr2/10 Poor

X5 M Competition - Automatic (S8)

15mpg

4.4L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

13 city18 hwy~$3,850/yr2/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2020 BMW X5

30States

31%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 29 other states nationwide.

CACalifornia

2,18512%

TXTexas

2,02111%

FLFlorida

1,4118%

DCWashington DC

1,1346%

ILIllinois

1,1166%

MDMaryland

1,0966%

PAPennsylvania

8084%

NYNew York

7864%

GAGeorgia

7594%

AZArizona

7264%

NJNew Jersey

6434%

DEDelaware

5893%

NCNorth Carolina

5483%

WAWashington

5243%

CO400

MO393

TN268

OR217

NV212

OH198

MI191

NH172

OK169

MN163

IN160

UT135

CT121

MA116

RI113

AL103

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2020.

Buying a 2020 BMW X5?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2020 BMW X5 a good car to buy?

The 2020 BMW X5 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2020 BMW X5?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2020 BMW X5. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 BMW X5?

You'll get between 15 and 23 MPG combined from the 2020 BMW X5, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2020 BMW X5?

Out of 92 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.