2018
BMW X5

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  • sDrive35i Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $57,200
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • xDrive35i Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $59,500
    18 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • xDrive35d Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $61,000
    23 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Diesel I-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • xDrive50i Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $74,050
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Mid-size luxury SUV
Seats five or seven people
Turbo six-cylinder or V-8 gas engines
Plug-in hybrid, turbo-diesel versions available
Rear- or all-wheel drive
High-performance X5 M available

The good & the bad

The good

Seat comfort
Handling
Cabin materials
Diesel's estimated fuel economy
iDrive control system

The bad

Leather upholstery not standard
Awkward liftgate and tailgate combo
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 BMW X5 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
18.8%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
18.8%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year / 50,000-mile new car warranty
Dealer certification
196-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

92% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 70 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.9
Performance 4.9
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By Leslie from Sanford, Fl
    Owns this car
    April 22, 2025

    Thanks to Shawn, Salma and everyone at Offlease Orlando

    Thanks to Shawn, Salma and everyone at Offlease Orlando for getting my family into our dream car. You all were very helpful, effective, and so nice to us! We couldn’t be happier.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By jeff from Pompano Beach, FL
    Owns this car
    December 20, 2024

    Before you buy any BMW older than 2018, check out the

    Before you buy any BMW older than 2018, check out the Isley V BMW lawsuit. You will find the V8 in all pre 2018 BMW's to be problematic for oil leaks and valve stem failures due to defective engine design and excessive heat. I have this X5 with the V8 and it's a wonderful car to drive and look at. It's my 5th BMW and by far the most reliable. Unfortunately, even with all the meticulous care, my car has experienced the oil leak and smoking exhaust, just like all the N63 & N63TU engines through 2018 will experience this problem and the cost to repair exceeds $20K from the dealer. If you find one that had the valve stem seals replaced, I wouldn't hesitate to buy it, it's a great vehicle in many ways.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Disappointed in Mass from Boston, MA
    Used to own this car
    January 13, 2024

    Beware the lemon in year 5+

    Bought this 2018 X5 plug-in hybrid in Feb 2023 with 13750 miles, by January 2024 it had 4 major repairs and was not drivable totaling $10K out of pocket in my first year of used car ownership. The electric parking break module, windshield washer pump, rear air suspension and topped off with transmission issues at 36700 miles were the defects. The transmission issue would have been in warranty except for age. BMW North America offers to pay for $2200 in parts but left me to pay the $3K in labor acknowledging the car was not right but not fully standing behind its reliability. Traded it in at a huge loss as the final issues had potential to lead to reduced compressor life and more transmission issues. Very disappointed as I loved the car but could not stomach nearly $1K a month etc cost of ownership. Probably would have stuck with it if BMW stood behind it, but….
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By GREG from Chicago Il
    Owns this car
    November 14, 2022

    cwe foos

    I BOUGHT AND VERY GOOD I BOGUHT USED THO BUT STILL EXTREMELY GOOD I DO NOT KNOW RELIABILTY PRETTY GOOD HONESTLY THOUGH BECAUSE ITS CHEAP
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By yourleary from Charlotte
    Owns this car
    May 25, 2021

    Best looking car I've owned

    The is one of the best, if not the best mid-sized sports utility vehicle around. definitely the best value and quality for the money. I'll definitely recommend this vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By LDubsG from Elysburg, PA
    Owns this car
    April 8, 2021

    Most well equipped car I’ve owned.

    Plenty of legroom In the back; smooth ride. Love the split hatch. The interior is gorgeous and the ambient light features are really nice. Drives really well and it’s great that it tows close to 6,000lbs!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Rory/ Steelers fan from Lynwood IL
    Owns this car
    March 31, 2021

    Awesome BMW

    For starters the car is very smooth. Very well built and can barely hear the outside noise. The sound system and tech sucks you in but in a great way. We love it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By newtobimmer from DMV
    Owns this car
    March 20, 2021

    CPO is the way to go!

    When we got ours in Dec of 2020, we were able to get a CPO with around 20K miles, with an original MSRP of around 97K for 57K that included BMW's extended warranty to cover 7 years and unlimited miles. A summary of why I gave it 5 stars. - the V8 engine is super smooth and fun to drive - the infotainment system is current and supports everything I need such as CarPlay. I think 2018 has the right mix of analog and digital controls to be very easy to use. Plus it is easy to code some of the controls to your liking. For instance, I changed the way the mirrors open and close and turned off some warning chimes, etc. - 2018 was the last year of their last model so it is rock solid and all the kinks have been worked out. - The seats are comfortable and the interior space is the same as the current-gen and surprisingly, 2018 has a bigger luggage space than the newer model. - For some reason, some of the options on my car are no longer available in the new version such as the full leather interior (now limited to seat area only), the Dynamic Handling Package (you have to get the M version now), the soft close doors, etc. Also, if you get the Harmon Kardon premium system, the 2018 version has 600W, while the new one has 480W. Also, the rear seats on mine can tilt and move back and forward, the new ones are fixed. - I also prefer the design of the 2018 a bit more. The smaller grill and the profile are closer to a Range Rover Sport, compared to the new one that looks more similar to an Acura and what some would call more 'masculine. The 2018 is a great mid-sized SUV to me, the new one is a little wider. Clearly the new model is more refined from a drive perspective, and many reviewers have noted the increased space. But the increase in total legroom is only 1.2 inches! and the reduction is luggage room is never mentioned. The new one has slightly more shoulder room. You can tell, I went back and forth between getting a new one (would have been the smaller V6) and getting one that was lightly used. In the end the overall value on the used seemed higher to me.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Steve from Niceville FL
    Owns this car
    March 15, 2021

    Love - at a price

    X5 5.0 with M Sport package. OMG, powerful, fun, safe, makes you smile - A LOT! Just have the checkbook ready, 'cause its a hunk of $$ to get into and maintain but if you want the Ultimate Driving Machine, this is the REAL deal! We waited a long time to find just the right one but super happy and plan on keeping it a very long time
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By DONNA from NEW JERSEY
    Owns this car
    March 8, 2021

    5 STARS *****

    Great car buying experience. Super laid back and easy to deal with. Had no issue with me taking the car to my local mechanic to be checked out. Fair prices with no hidden fees. Can trust them 100%
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By John Kumbier from Hubert us. WI
    Owns this car
    March 1, 2021

    Best car I ever owned

    This is a great car. It has power and performs very well. The interior is spacious and well appointed. BMW is a well engineered car
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Zbird from Monterey, CA
    Owns this car
    February 15, 2021

    Love the upgrades

    I am a owner of a 2009-X5 and was shopping for another. I love the new features. The seats are comfortable, driving is a dream. The safety features are amazing. Friends own similar Brands, but the BMW-X5 outshines them all.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 BMW X5?

The 2018 BMW X5 is available in 4 trim levels:

  • sDrive35i (1 style)
  • xDrive35d (1 style)
  • xDrive35i (1 style)
  • xDrive50i (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2018 BMW X5?

The 2018 BMW X5 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 BMW X5 reliable?

The 2018 BMW X5 has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 BMW X5 owners.

Is the 2018 BMW X5 a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 BMW X5. 92.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 70 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.9
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.7

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