2021 BMW X5 xDrive45eFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e

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City
19
MPGe
Highway
22
MPGe
Combined
20
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
400 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
5 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
63.0
City 63.0 / Hwy 62.0 kWh
Electric Motor
83 kW DCPM

EPA-estimated range of 400 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 5 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 63.0 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium and Electricity Plug-in Hybrid
City
19
Hwy
22
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $4,100/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$4,100

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 7/10
GHG Score: 9/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
178 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
6.0 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3L 6-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
63 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
63 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
62 kWh / 100 mi

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems93 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 93 owner complaints for the 2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e. Top reported issues include electrical system, engine and power train. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
30
Engine
27
Power Train
23
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
7
Air Bags
7
Brakes
5
Speed Control
4
Structure
4

2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e problems by category: Electrical System: 30 complaints, Engine: 27 complaints, Power Train: 23 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 7 complaints, Air Bags: 7 complaints, Brakes: 5 complaints, Speed Control: 4 complaints, Structure: 4 complaints.

20
Crashes Reported
7
Fires Reported
14
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 05/15/2026ODI#11738107
2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e PHEV, built October 2020 by BMW AG (Germany). In-service Oct 28, 2021. Vehicle intermittently shows "Drivetrain Malfunction — you can continue driving" warning. DME scan revea…
EngineFiled: 04/01/2026ODI#11728431
The original B58 engine (B58B30M0, 2015–2017) utilized a conventional mechanically robust gerotor oil pump with predominantly metallic internal construction and demonstrated strong reliability in fiel…
Power TrainFiled: 09/23/2025ODI#11689062
Component Failed: Water pump (engine cooling system) - Part has been superseded by BMW with upgraded version, indicating manufacturer awareness of defect. Failed component retained and available for i…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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