2012 BMW X5 fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2012 BMW X5. Combined fuel economy ranges from 14 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 19 city / 26 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 14 to 21 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 19 and 26 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $4,550 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive35d Automatic (S6) | 6-cyl 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG | $4,550 |
| X5 xDrive35i Automatic (S8) | 6-cyl 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG | $4,350 |
| X5 xDrive50i Automatic (S8) | 8-cyl 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG | $5,150 |
| X5 xDriveM Automatic (S6) | 8-cyl 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG | $5,850 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $4,550 per year in fuel, versus $5,850 for the least efficient.