2018
BMW X5
Starts at:
$57,200
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$22,59519 mi away -
$15,450 $500 price drop25 mi away -
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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
Available cars near you
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$22,59519 mi away
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$15,450 $500 price drop25 mi away
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$18,99040 mi away
Safety review
Based on the 2018 BMW X5 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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5/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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5/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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5/5
- Overall side crash rating
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5/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
18.8%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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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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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
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does not recommend this car
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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.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2018 BMW X5?
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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. 92.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.8
- Interior: 4.9
- Performance: 4.9
- Value: 4.4
- Exterior: 4.9
- Reliability: 4.7
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