2026 BMW X5 M: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 BMW X5 M is a carryover with no major changes. It keeps the refreshed design, cabin, and 617-horsepower V8 from the prior year.
About the 2026 BMW X5 M
3rd-generation X5 M (F95, 2020-present), post-2024 refresh phase.
BMW positions the X5 M Competition as a high-performance luxury SUV that delivers sports-car acceleration and handling without giving up everyday SUV usefulness. Its appeal is simple: huge V8 power, all-wheel-drive traction, a serious chassis setup, and a roomy two-row cabin with upscale materials and modern tech. Compared with rival performance SUVs, the X5 M Competition leans especially hard into BMW M driving character while still being practical enough for daily use.
The sole U.S. Competition model blends sports-car-like performance with the space and everyday usefulness of an SUV. It has M xDrive all-wheel drive, an adaptive performance suspension, navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, supportive M front seats, and Harman Kardon surround sound.
2026 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 | 617 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 72.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.4 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| 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 changed on the 2026 BMW X5 M?
Nothing significant changed for the 2026 BMW X5 M. The Competition model carries over with the same powertrain, styling, safety equipment, suspension hardware, and cabin technology as the prior year.
Is the 2026 BMW X5 M different from the 2025 model?
The 2026 BMW X5 M is essentially the same as the 2025 model. No meaningful year-to-year product changes are documented.
Does the 2026 BMW X5 M still have the 617-horsepower V8?
Yes. The 2026 X5 M Competition retains its 617-horsepower twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, eight-speed automatic transmission, and M xDrive all-wheel drive.
Which 2026 BMW X5 M trim is sold in the U.S.?
The Competition is the only 2026 BMW X5 M model offered in the U.S. It combines the 617-horsepower V8 with an adaptive performance suspension and M-specific cabin and exterior details.
Does the 2026 BMW X5 M keep the cabin introduced with the 2024 refresh?
Yes. The 2026 X5 M retains the curved-display cabin from the 2024 update, along with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto.