2020 BMW X5 xDrive40i - POV Review

MSRP: From $61,200
Horsepower: 335 hp
Towing capacity: 6,603 lbs
MPG: 20 city / 26 highway
Curb weight: 4,813 lbs
Engine: 3.0 L 6-cylinder
Dimensions: 194″ L x 79″ W x 69″ H

0:00 Interior & Exterior walkaround, features, specs
6:41 POV Driving Impressions
15:25 Harman Kardon Sound System Test
19:01 Final Thoughts

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[mattX]

IMO the X5 is the perfect sweet spot in this class, between sport and luxury. Bought one myself, 4 years later still couldn’t be happier.

[ronb]

I bought one three weeks ago. Had a Jag F Pace and this is night and day better in almost every way. People say they are expensive and I feel they are worth it IMO.

[ibklu]

I just picked up myself a used 2020 X5 xDrive 40i. My daughter and I just took a road trip down the coast and back and boy do I love that BMW 😎

[jakes]

Parents just bought one - it’s incredible. Crazy how expensive german midsize luxury suvs have gotten in recent years though. I remember when they were comparable to an Acura MDX or Lexus Rx in price.

[knusperhirsch]

Great review! Absolutely stunning car, love it. Greetings from Germany

[nickduplooy]

2:35
I see you're a man of culture

[moonsapling]

Patiently waiting for you to drive the 3 series :)

[Scotford_Maconochie]

Having been a BMW owner for a number of years the adjusting period on a G05 X5 wouldn't take long!

[estebanmuneton]

It's expensive, but I would get it. Beautiful SUV, a competitive segment; that color is awesome.

[TCxfan]

really enjoyed hearing the pricing up front and seeing the window sticker was a nice touch!

[JeanClaud]

For the weight of this thing and having a 6cyl the gas mileage is extremely good

[IKhanNot]

Great review as always. I get the whole "Gotta pay to play" but it just seems that some of that $83k price tag is simply BMW tax. Same thing applies to Apple products. While it's built well, feels great on the road and capable the price does jump way up from the Japanese competitors. It may be a better performing machine but is it $35k better especially when the Acura MDX Type S will soon be coming out?

[edysinsimon]

I'd like to get your take on the X5 45e model of 2021 if it's possible. That e-hybrid model would be a compelling option in my book. I just spec'ed one out on-line and it came to $74K with all the options I care for.

[bwest-yquc]

Nice video.
When you going to do a video on the 2021 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring...reg. 4 banger??
Not sure of dependability of turbos.
Thanks

[joespittle]

Nice to see that the car pictured when changing the drive modes is the same as the one you're driving, it's the small things that make the biggest differences.

[Dino-qqjp]

Gorgeous car! Love these x5 models. Thanks for the video! Love how american's think 23-28mpg is economical, in the UK I'm getting 50-80mpg in my 520d.

[jwardTLS]

Just ordered my 2021 last week to replace my Audi S4 as a daily. Mine is fully loaded except for the $1700 package that has traffic jam assistive driving stuff, and it's 78k before destination. They removed some options for 2021 that you were previously able to get in the 2020 you're reviewing here - so just be aware that if you order one new right now, it won't be 83k because you can't get as many options. For example they removed acoustic glass, and they removed heated/cooled cupholders for 2021. Auto start stop button is now removed as well, but it can be overridden by Sport mode, or if you like to customize steering, etc. you can do Sport Individual and it will still turn off the ASS system. Then code the car to always start in sport mode.

[milannekuhh]

Our X6 40i doesnt sound like that with OPF. I love the upshift sounds!

[iamsam]

I like the review of the entry model in this series. (I wouldn't want to be a passenger in your demo though... haha.)

[TheDCMO]

I have a 2020 bought it for $75k with exec package, m sport and all and it's in the shop for over 30 days. I only have 8000 miles on it. Thinking if I should take an offer to for buyback and replace with a basic model without the bells and whistles or file a lemon lawsuit which would take time but for sure coudl get more money back.. I do love the car when it was working. it's my 3rd BMW and I think the one I got was just made on Friday at 5:20pm.