Speed(9.5/10): The BMW X5 M is known to be a very fast and luxurious SUV for its size. Weighing in at 5,455 lbs and measuring 16 ft long and 6ft tall, the X5M can achieve a top speed of 177 mph. What enables the X5M to achieve such a speed is the 4.4L twin-turbo V8 engine. Producing 617 HP and 553 lb-ft of torque, this SUV can also reach 0-60 in just 3.7 seconds and is all-wheel drive.
Safety(9/10): Being a family SUV capable of reaching 177 MPH, the vehicle’s safety is outstanding as expected. Equipped with roll-over airbags and side collision protection, you can count on the vehicle to keep you as safe as possible in the event of a collision. In 2022, the X5M was awarded the Top Safety Pick by the IIHS (Insurance Institute of Highway Safety) and scored the top possible rating for the front, side, and rear crash test for almost every possible injury that could occur. Features you can find on the X5M include a night vision sensor to detect people, animals, or other vehicles that are out of reach of the headlights, lane keeping assist, lane departure warning, cross-traffic alert, rear parking aid, etc. The SUV’s bulky body and size also allow interior protection from exterior collisions.
Fuel Consumption(4/10): A vehicle that weighs 2.5 tons and has such a large engine shouldn’t be expected to be very fuel-efficient. That being said, it isn’t. An engine that produces as much power as the twin-turbo V8 does, large amounts of fuel are needed and are essential to get this SUV moving. The X5M gets about 13 MPG in the city and 18 MPG on the highway. This is also a hybrid-equipped vehicle with a 48V battery, making the vehicle part electric. Without the hybrid, the fuel efficiency would likely be significantly worse.
Comfort(9/10): The BMW X5M is not only known for its speed and performance but also its comfortable and luxurious feel. The vehicle is equipped with ambient lighting in the cabin, rich leather seats,
and a heated steering wheel. Additionally, the seats have a messaging feature that can heat or cool you as you drive. A horizontal display runs over half of the dashboard displaying speed, odometer, and other essential information while driving. Paddle shifters are available for when you’re feeling a manual drive or for when you want to push the X5M to its limits and trips aren’t an issue as the cargo hold located in the rear can comfortably hold up to 11 full-size suitcases.
Extra Information(9/10): Overall, the vehicle seems like a spectacular choice with its aggressive look and sports performance. According to BMW, it is also one of its most luxurious vehicles. Combining luxury with speed may be the dream car for some, but an SUV of such quality doesn’t come cheaply, as the price for a fully loaded BMW X5M is $124,800.
