2023 BMW X5 xDrive45eFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2023 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: 6/10
GHG Score: 8/10

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
2023 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
28
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History4

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems28 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 28 owner complaints for the 2023 BMW X5 xDrive45e. Top reported issues include electrical system, power train and structure. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
7
Power Train
7
Structure
3
Brakes
3
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
3
Engine
3
Visibility / Wipers
2
Steering
1

2023 BMW X5 xDrive45e problems by category: Electrical System: 7 complaints, Power Train: 7 complaints, Structure: 3 complaints, Brakes: 3 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 3 complaints, Engine: 3 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 2 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints.

6
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
1
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

BrakesFiled: 12/30/2025Crash1 InjuryODI#11707697
While driving the vehicle at highway speed, the vehicle did not respond as expected during braking. Upon attempting to slow the vehicle, control was lost, the vehicle became unstable, left the roadway…
Power TrainFiled: 06/09/2025ODI#11665727
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X5. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed a fluid leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that upon driving from a complete stop, t…
Electrical SystemFiled: 03/14/2023ODI#11511804
I bought my 2023 BMW X5 brand new on 1/9/23- was driving through West Pam Beach on the way home from vacation and spilled a little water on my console. I immediately got a message on the dash that th…

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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