xDrive40iHybrid

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Essence hybridelarge SUVGENERATION G05, 2021

333 hp, 5,7 s 0-100 : among the 6 E-SUV hybrid 2019–2023, the X5 xDrive40i ranks 5th of 6 in 0–100 km/h, 6th of 6 in Top speed, 1st of 6 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power: 333 hp; 450 Nm, dont 11 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h: 5.7 s; VMax 243 km/h
Cons.: 8.4 L; /100 km
Tank: 83 L

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Architecture: 6 cyl.
Displacement: 2,998 cm³
Electric power: 11 hp
Combined power: 333 hp
Couple: 450 Nm
Gearbox: Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
Transmission: Integrale (AWD)

Consumption

Cons. WLTP: 8.4 L/100 km
Tank: 83 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h: 5,7 s
VMax: 243 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length: 4,922 mm
Wheelbase: 2,975 mm
Width: 2,004 mm
Height: 1,745 mm
Boot: 650 L
Kerb weight: 2,100 kg
Cd: 0.32
CO₂ WLTP: 192 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 6 E-SUV hybrid, the X5 xDrive40i ranks (in the bottom third) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

Optimised urban and peri-urban trips with no charging to manage. 1st of 6 in Power-to-weight (159 hp/t).

Less suitable for

Home charging access not leveraged. If you have a dedicated outlet, a PHEV would allow daily commutes in pure electric mode.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the BMW X5 xDrive40d (1st with 5.5 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the BMW X6 xDrive40i (1st with 248 km/h) takes the lead.

Acceleration: 5.7 s 0-100 (5th of 6 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the X5 xDrive40i ranks 5th of 6 in 0–100 km/h, 0.2 s off the reference BMW X5 xDrive40d (5.5 s).

Top speed: 243 km/h (6th of 6 in Top speed)

Top speed of 243 km/h. The segment reference reaches 248 km/h.

Go beyond this analysis

Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.

Running cost for your profile

Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.

Launch simulator

Long-distance trip

Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.

Simulate a trip

Times & acceleration

0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.

See the performance

Where the X5 xDrive40i stands against E-SUV hybrid

Comparison across 6 E-SUV hybrid marketed between 2019–2023.

0–100 km/h5^e / 6

5,7 s

Min 5,7 s · BMW X6 xDrive40iMax 5,5 s · BMW X5 xDrive40d

Top speed6^e / 6

243 km/h

Min 243 km/h · BMW X5 xDrive40iMax 248 km/h · BMW X6 xDrive40i

Power-to-weight1^e / 6

159 hp/t

Min 153 hp/t · BMW X6 xDrive40dMax 159 hp/t · BMW X5 xDrive40i

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid380 hp · 6.1 s HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid385 hp · 6.2 s HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid385 hp · 6.2 s HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid385 hp · 6.2 s

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

DieselBMW X5 xDrive25d231 hp · 7.5 s HEVBMW X5 xDrive30d286 hp · 6.1 s HEVBMW X5 xDrive40d340 hp · 5.5 s DieselBMW X6 M50d381 hp · 5.2 s HEVBMW X6 xDrive30d286 hp · 6.1 s HEVBMW X6 xDrive40d340 hp · 5.5 s

The full BMW X5 G05 range

Generation G05 launched in 2019. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the G05

PetrolX5 M Competition625 hp · 2021 DieselX5 xDrive25d231 hp · 2021 HEVX5 xDrive30d 2021286 hp · 2021 HEVX5 xDrive40d 2021340 hp · 2021 PetrolX5 M50i 2021530 hp · 2021 PHEVX5 xDrive45e394 hp · 2021

Popular duels involving the X5 xDrive40i

HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid vs X5 xDrive40i380 hp · 0.2 kWh HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid vs X5 xDrive40i385 hp · 10.9 L HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid vs X5 xDrive40i385 hp · 3.8 L HEVPorsche Cayenne S Hybrid vs X5 xDrive40i385 hp · 10.2 L

Continue with the BMW X5 xDrive40i

The same car, from other angles.

Consumption
Consumption and annual running cost of the BMW X5 xDrive40i
2,562 €/yr · 15,000 km/yr
Motorway
Simulated motorway trip of the BMW X5 xDrive40i: stops and duration
Paris → Lyon non-stop · 4h12
Performance
Performance of the BMW X5 xDrive40i: 0-100 and lap times
0-100 in 5.7 s · 333 hp

BMW X5 xDrive40i: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the X5 xDrive40i rank in its segment?

Among the 6 E-SUV hybrid 2019–2023, the X5 xDrive40i ranks 5th of 6 in 0–100 km/h (5.7 s, behind the BMW X5 xDrive40d), 6th of 6 in Top speed (243 km/h, behind the BMW X6 xDrive40i), 1st of 6 in Power-to-weight (159 hp/t, behind the BMW X5 xDrive40i).

How much does the X5 xDrive40i cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a BMW X5 xDrive40d instead?

The BMW X5 xDrive40d leads in 0–100 km/h (5.5 s vs 5.7 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the X5 xDrive40i vs BMW X5 xDrive40d duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.