2026 BMW X5 Performance

The 2026 BMW X5 provides our Seattle neighbors with the practicalities of a crossover and the thrilling performance of a sports vehicle. If you’re considering an X5, you’ll have four different BMW X5 engine options to consider, each with its own BMW X5 hp rating. Because the X5 can be equipped with so many powertrains, BMW Seattle has put together an overview of the available engines for each trim level. Compare the BMW X5 horsepower ratings and BMW X5 0-60 times for each option before applying for financing and contacting our team to arrange a test drive in Seattle. 

2026 BMW X5 Engine Options: Specs 

Bellevue shoppers can equip the BMW X5 with one of four different powertrains, although certain engine options are only compatible with specific X5 trim levels. For help with determining which trim and powertrain pairing is right for your needs, review the BMW X5 horsepower rating, BMW X5 0-60 mph time, and other key specs for each option: 

3.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder

• Standard Engine On: X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i 

• Transmission: 8-speed Sport Automatic w/ Sport & Manual shift modes

• Horsepower: 375 hp @ 5,200-6,250 rpm

• Torque: 398 lb-ft of torque @ 1,850-5,000 rpm

• Compression Ratio: 11.0:1

• Top Speed: 130 mph

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 5.2-5.3 seconds (xDrive40i is slightly quicker than the sDrive40i)

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,200 pounds

• Maximum Payload Capacity: 1,054 pounds (sDrive40i) / 1,058 pounds (xDrive40i)

3.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder with Integrated Electric Motor

• Standard Engine On: X5 xDrive50e

• Transmission: 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission with Sport and Manual shift modes

• Combined Horsepower: 483 hp @ 5,000-6,500 rpm

• Combined Torque: 516 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750-4,700 rpm

• Top Speed: N/A

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 5,952 pounds

• Maximum Payload Capacity: 1,323 pounds

4.4L BMW M TwinPower Turbo V8 

• Standard Engine On: X5 M60i

• Horsepower: 523 hp @ 5,500-6,000 rpm

• Torque: 553 lb-ft of torque @ 1,800-4,600 rpm

• Compression Ratio: 10.5:1

• Top Speed: 130 mph

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,200 pounds

• Maximum Payload Capacity: 1,193 pounds

4.4L BMW M TwinPower Turbo V8 

• Standard Engine On: X5 M Competition

• Horsepower: 617 hp @ 6,000 rpm

• Torque: 553 lb-ft of torque @ 1,800-5,800 rpm

• Compression Ratio: 10.5:1

• Top Speed: 155 mph

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,200 pounds

• Maximum Payload Capacity: 970 pounds

Experience BMW X5 Horsepower Near Lynnwood 

Would you like to experience the 2026 BMW X5 engine options in action? Call BMW Seattle at 833-371-0804 to schedule a test drive and to get answers to your remaining questions about the BMW X5 hp ratings and BMW X5 0-60 mph times. While you’re here, browse our other 2026 BMW X5 guides, including our overview of the X5 interior features.