2022 BMW X5 xDrive45eFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2022 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 PMSM

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

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
4/5
2022 BMW X5 SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability15.9%

Safety Equipment

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

Recall History1

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems53 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 53 owner complaints for the 2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e. 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 xDrive45e 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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