2022 BMW X5 MFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2022 BMW X5 M

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City
13
MPG
Highway
18
MPG
Combined
15
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
13
Hwy
18
Comb
15
Fuel cost: $5,450/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$5,450

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-15,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 2/10
GHG Score: 2/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
586 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
19.8 barrels

Specifications

Engine
4.4L 8-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

Engine Size
4.4L, 8-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$4,490/yr
California
$5.957/gal$5,957/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$3,888/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$4,136/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$4,522/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$4,510/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$5,591/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$4,618/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$4,344/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$4,448/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 15 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
53
Owner Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Investigations

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems53 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 53 owner complaints for the 2022 BMW X5 M. Top reported issues include power train, engine and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Power Train
14
Engine
12
Electrical System
11
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
10
Brakes
6
Speed Control
5
Wheels & Tires
4
Steering
3

2022 BMW X5 M problems by category: Power Train: 14 complaints, Engine: 12 complaints, Electrical System: 11 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 10 complaints, Brakes: 6 complaints, Speed Control: 5 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 4 complaints, Steering: 3 complaints.

14
Crashes Reported
1
Fires Reported
4
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 03/02/2026ODI#11721325
While driving, the vehicle displayed a 'Drivetrain malfunction' warning on the dashboard and began jerking. I safely pulled over and turned off the vehicle. Immediately after stopping, there was a dis…
Power TrainFiled: 02/06/2026ODI#11716132
I am writing to formally express my concern regarding serious and repeated safety-related failures with my 2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e, VIN [XXX] . I purchased this vehicle in 2022 through a custom build, …
Power TrainFiled: 12/17/2024ODI#11631211
On Dec 9, 2024 I was driving my 2022 BMW X5 45E on (in EV mode) local roads at approximately 30-35mph when all of a sudden I lost power and the steering wheel became tight. My instrument panels all s…

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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