What Is the 2023 BMW X5?
The BMW X5 mid-size luxury SUV seats five or seven, depending on configuration. It’s available with rear- or all-wheel drive and is powered by a standard 335-horsepower, turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder engine. There’s also a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 that makes 523 hp in the M50i and 600 or 617 hp in the X5 M. A plug-in hybrid variant is also available. All versions have an eight-speed automatic transmission, and competitors include the Audi Q7, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
What’s New on the 2023 BMW X5?
The X5 sees a slight reshuffling of features and the discontinuation of optional Gesture Control for the infotainment system.
What Features in the 2023 BMW X5 Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- Digital instrument panel
- 3-inch multimedia screen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- Navigation
- Panoramic moonroof
- 40/20/40-split second-row seat
- Forward collision warning
- Automatic emergency braking
- Blind spot warning
- Lane departure warning
- Automatic high-beam headlights
Available features include:
- Remote start
- Head-up display
- 360-degree camera system
- Low-speed hands-free driving system
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated front and second-row seats
- Ventilated and massaging front seats
Should I Buy the 2023 BMW X5?
With plenty of packages to choose from, the X5 is a luxurious, comfortable and quick luxury SUV. Some of its active safety systems, however, can be too sensitive, and while the third-row seat is handy, it’s best left to kids.
