The Lemon Index2022 BMW X5.
The 2022 BMW X5 is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 46 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 46, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about transmission & drivetrain, it has 1 recall, and it gets 15 to 23 mpg combined. The best BMW X5 year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 72 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every BMW X5 year. 2022 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 16K to 48K miles on the car (10 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- visibility 2022
The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems BMW told dealers about
BMW sent dealers 170 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Noise is heard from the seat frame/rail assembly
- BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action on certain Model Year 2019-2020 BMW Plug-In…
- The incorrect Bluetooth module was installed in the headunit
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedPedestrian alert sounds2023
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X5 SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| BMW X5 SUV RWD | not rated | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | not rated |
| BMW X5 Hybrid SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| BMW X5 Hybrid SUV RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3450–5300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
The car came to a complete stop due to the Drivetrain Malfunction. The surprising part was that I noticed the error after 45 mins of buying the car.
2022 BMW X5 owner · NHTSA complaint 11446431
More owner reports
Reoccurring drivetrain and high voltage issues with my 2022 BMW X545e
NHTSA complaint 11654941
Quick answers
Is the 2022 BMW X5 reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 46; 100 is average, lower is better). The best BMW X5 year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2022 BMW X5 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are transmission & drivetrain (24%), automatic emergency braking (22%) and electrical (22%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW X5 have?
1 safety recall (latest: visibility). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 BMW X5 get?
15 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 BMW X5 safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2022 BMW X5 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 24% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 BMW X5 cost in fuel a year?
About $3450 to $5300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 BMW X5 have?
3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl.
What BMW X5 year is better than the 2022?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2016 and 2015.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works