“The vehicle is fast but uncomfortable in urban areas. The suspension needs to be softened.”
2022 BMW X5 M: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 BMW X5 M is a light-update year, not a redesign. Its main change is standard Enhanced Bluetooth across the lineup.
About the 2022 BMW X5 M
3rd gen (2020-2023), third model year before the 2024 refresh.
BMW positions the X5 M as a high-performance luxury SUV that mixes super-SUV speed with everyday room and comfort. Its core appeal is a powerful twin-turbo V8, standard AWD grip, sharp road manners, and an upscale cabin in a practical two-row SUV body. Compared with other midsize luxury performance SUVs, the X5 M leans toward a more driver-focused feel without giving up family-friendly space and cargo usefulness.
The X5 M remains BMW’s high-performance midsize luxury SUV, pairing a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Its standout equipment includes dual 12.3-inch displays, Merino leather, a head-up display, surround-view cameras, and a Harman Kardon audio system.
What changed, by category
Tech
Enhanced Bluetooth became standard across the lineup.
Styling
LED headlights moved from standard to optional equipment; there was no broader exterior redesign.
2022 BMW X5 M specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd M Sport w/Drivelogic, Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 13 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 18 mpg |
| Horsepower | 600 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.4 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 BMW X5 M?
The biggest change is standard Enhanced Bluetooth across the 2022 X5 M lineup. Most of the vehicle otherwise carries over from 2021.
Was the 2022 BMW X5 M redesigned?
No, the 2022 BMW X5 M was not redesigned. It remains part of the third generation introduced for 2020, with only light equipment updates for this model year.
Did the 2022 BMW X5 M get a new engine or transmission?
No, the engine and transmission did not change for 2022. The X5 M keeps its gas-only twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, 8-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive.
Are LED headlights standard on the 2022 BMW X5 M?
No, LED headlights moved from standard equipment in 2021 to optional equipment for 2022.
Is the 2022 BMW X5 M meaningfully different from the 2021 model?
No, the two model years are mechanically very similar. The 2022 model mainly adds standard Enhanced Bluetooth, while LED headlights shift from standard to optional equipment.
2022 BMW X5 M Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 BMW X5 M.
4.5
2022 BMW X5 M
(105 reviews)
“Amazing seats, magical engine and drivetrain, perfect handling and controllability. Quality is the best a vehicle can achieve. Sound system is superb. Phone / Apple Carplay quality is great. Get the true M, as BMW model designation using M's is misleading and should only used for the top model M designation.”
“Simply the best drivers vehicle on the road. Handling, power, comfort. The best.”