2018 BMW X5 sDrive35i
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- Photo: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive35i (US) front 3.9.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW X5 (F15) China (6) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Side View - 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35i (15043065012) by Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40d M Sport Automatic 3.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 BMW X5 xDrive30d SE Automatic 3.0 Interior by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2018 BMW X5 sDrive35i is a 300-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 SUV with an 8-speed steptronic automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $57,200 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 300 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 300 lb-ft of torque at 1200-5000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The X5 measures 193.2 inches long on a 115.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,625 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $57,200 |
| MSRP with Destination | $58,195 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Inline-6 TwinPower Turbo (N55B30M0) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft @ 1200-5000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS, 24-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.0 x 89.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | BMW TwinPower Turbo, High Precision Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Steptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.714 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.143 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.106 |
| 4th Gear | 1.667 |
| 5th Gear | 1.285 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.839 |
| 8th Gear | 0.667 |
| Reverse | 3.295 |
| Final Drive | 3.154 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 22.4 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone front axle |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link rear axle |
| Turning Diameter | 41.7 ft |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 9.0J x 19" |
| Wheels Rear | 9.0J x 19" |
| Tires Front | 255/50R19 107H XL AS |
| Tires Rear | 255/50R19 107H XL AS |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.2 in |
| Width | 76.3 in |
| Height | 69.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.2 in |
| Approach Angle | 22.2° |
| Departure Angle | 20.4° |
| Cargo Volume | 35.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,625 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 60.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (18.8 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2018 BMW X5 SUV AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW X5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 13, 2024 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 24V608000
Jul 29, 2021 · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 21V586000
Sep 20, 2018 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
Consequence: An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 18V652000
Jun 28, 2018 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
Consequence: If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 18V439000
Nov 17, 2017 · SUSPENSION
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence: Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 17V727000
73 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 BMW X5
Owner Complaints
73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW X5 (2 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 BMW X5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.