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Tesla Model X vs BMW X5

The 2026 Model X All-Wheel Drive against the 2027 X5 40 xDrive, through ten physics labs and every official rating we could find.

Last checked Oct 1, 2026. Every figure links to its source.

Open this matchup in the 3D lab

2026 Tesla Model X2027 BMW X5

The short answer

  • In the trims shown, the X5 costs $28,080 less: $73,550 against $101,630 for the Model X, destination included. PublishedEdmundsPublishedBMW
  • At 15,000 miles a year and national average prices, the Model X costs about $1,701 a year less to run: $882/yr against $2,583/yr. DerivedEPADerivedEPA
  • The Model X gets to 60 mph 1.2 s sooner: 3.6 s against 4.8 s. TestedCar and DriverPublishedBMW
  • The Model X has 9.8 cu ft more cargo space behind its second row: 37.1 cu ft against 27.3 cu ft. PublishedTeslaPublishedBMW

At a glance

Model XX5
Starting price, this trim$101,630PublishedEdmunds$73,550PublishedBMW
PowertrainPermanent-magnet front and rear motors · Dual motor AWD3.0 L turbo inline six (B58), Miller cycle, port and direct injection, 48-V starter-generator in the transmission, mild hybrid · xDrive (rear-biased, electronically controlled front multi-plate clutch)
0–60 mph, tested or claimed3.6 sTestedCar and Driver4.8 sPublishedBMW
Braking 70–0 mph, tested177 ft (53.9 m)TestedCar and Driverno data
EPA combinedno data26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)PublishedEPA
EPA efficiency105 MPGePublishedEPAno data
EPA range352 mi (566 km)PublishedEPAno data
Cargo behind the second row37.1 cu ft (1,051 L)PublishedTesla27.3 cu ft (773 L)PublishedBMW
Large suitcases, packed6Simulatedfrom Tesla4Simulatedfrom BMW
Seats5PublishedTesla5Published
Crash ratingsNHTSA rollover 5★ only · no crash test yetNo safety rating yet · new for 2027

Acceleration

The Model X gets to 60 mph 1.2 s sooner: 3.6 s against 4.8 s.

Model XX5
Power670 hp (500 kW)PublishedCar and Driver394 hp (294 kW)PublishedBMW
Torque644 lb-ft (873 Nm)PublishedCar and Driver428 lb-ft (580 Nm)PublishedBMW
0–60 mph, tested or claimed3.6 sTestedCar and Driver4.8 sPublishedBMW
0–60 mph, our simulation3.6 sSimulatedfrom Car and Driver4.8 sSimulatedfrom BMW
Passing, 50–70 mph1.9 sTestedCar and Driverno data
Quarter mile11.5 sTestedCar and Driverno data
Watch it in The Shove

Braking and stopping distance

On a wet road from 70 mph, reaction included, the X5 needs 350 ft to stop and the Model X 365 ft: 15 ft more road for the Model X.

Model XX5
Braking 70–0 mph, tested177 ft (53.9 m)TestedCar and Driverno data
Wet road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction365 ft (111.2 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver350 ft (106.5 m)Simulated, estimated inputs
Dry road from 70 mph, 1 s reaction280 ft (85.2 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver269 ft (82.1 m)Simulated, estimated inputs
Packed snow from 30 mph, 1 s reaction169 ft (51.6 m)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver162 ft (49.3 m)Simulated, estimated inputs
Watch it in The Stop

Rollover

It takes a 13 mph sideways slide into a curb to roll the Model X; the X5 goes over at 12 mph.

Model XX5
NHTSA rollover rating5★ · 9.3% riskTestedNHTSAno data
Sideways slide that trips it into a roll13 mph (21 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputs12 mph (19 km/h)Simulated, estimated inputs
Static stability factor (half-track ÷ CoG height)1.38Simulated, estimated inputs1.25Simulated, estimated inputs
Watch it in The Tipping Point

Efficiency and running costs

At 15,000 miles a year and national average prices, the Model X costs about $1,701 a year less to run: $882/yr against $2,583/yr.

Model XX5
EPA combinedno data26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)PublishedEPA
EPA efficiency105 MPGePublishedEPAno data
EPA range352 mi (566 km)PublishedEPAno data
Fuel or charging, 15,000 mi a year$882/yrDerivedEPA$2,583/yrDerivedEPA
Steady 75 mph, our simulation31 kWh/100 mi (19.3 kWh/100 km)Simulatedfrom Car and Driver27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)Simulated, estimated inputs
Drag coefficient0.24PublishedEVSpecs0.29PublishedBMW
Watch it in The Invisible Wall

Grip, snow and maneuvering

The X5 rides higher: 8.9 in of ground clearance against 6.6 in.

Model XX5
Skidpad grip, tested0.85 gTestedCar and Driverno data
Cornering grip, our simulation0.85 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver0.84 gSimulated, estimated inputs
Pulling away on packed snow0.26 gSimulatedfrom Car and Driver0.28 gSimulated, estimated inputs
Turning circle40.3 ft (12.3 m)PublishedEdmunds42.0 ft (12.8 m)PublishedBMW
Ground clearance6.6 in (17 cm)PublishedTesla8.9 in (23 cm)Estimate
TiresContinental CrossContact RX all-season · 265/45R20 · 275/45R20TestedCar and DriverAll-season 255/50R21 · 285/45R21 (standard; maker not published) · 255/50R21 · 285/45R21PublishedCar and Driver (Chrome Data)
Watch it in The Grip Budget

Space, luggage and fit

The Model X has 9.8 cu ft more cargo space behind its second row: 37.1 cu ft against 27.3 cu ft.

Model XX5
Seats5PublishedTesla5Published
Large suitcases, packed6Simulatedfrom Tesla4Simulatedfrom BMW
Carry-ons in the space left2Simulatedfrom Tesla2Simulatedfrom BMW
Cargo behind the second row37.1 cu ft (1,051 L)PublishedTesla27.3 cu ft (773 L)PublishedBMW
Cargo, seats folded91.6 cu ft (2,594 L)PublishedTesla67.7 cu ft (1,917 L)PublishedBMW
Front trunk6.0 cu ft (170 L)TestedCar and Driverno data
Towing5,000 lb (2,268 kg)PublishedEdmunds7,710 lb (3,497 kg)PublishedBMW
Driver head room, 6 ft 4 in driver+2.2 in (6 cm)Simulatedfrom Tesla+3.4 in (9 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Driver head room, 5 ft 11 in driver+4.5 in (12 cm)Simulatedfrom Tesla+5.8 in (15 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Driver head room, 5 ft 4 in driver+7.5 in (19 cm)Simulatedfrom Tesla+9.0 in (23 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Rear head room, 5 ft 11 in passenger+3.7 in (10 cm)Simulatedfrom Tesla+3.7 in (10 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Rear knee room, 5 ft 11 in behind 5 ft 11 in+3.3 in (8 cm)Simulatedfrom Tesla+5.2 in (13 cm)Simulated, estimated inputs
Rear head and knee, 6 ft 4 in behind 6 ft 4 in+1.2 in head · −1.0 in kneeSimulatedfrom Tesla+1.2 in head · +0.9 in kneeSimulated, estimated inputs
Front head room, published41.7 in (106 cm)PublishedTesla40.6 in (103 cm)PublishedBMW
Rear head room, published41.0 in (104 cm)PublishedTesla38.1 in (97 cm)PublishedBMW
Rear leg room, published38.7 in (98 cm)PublishedTeslano data
Watch it in Live In It

Cabin noise

No meaningful gap between the Model X and the X5 on what we can measure here.

Model XX5
Cabin sound at 70 mph68 dBATestedCar and Driverno data
Watch it in The Quiet Test

Visibility

From the driver’s seat the Model X’s hood hides the first 19 ft of road; the X5’s hides 34 ft.

Model XX5
Road hidden in front of the bumper, 5 ft 9 in driver19 ft (5.7 m)Simulated34 ft (10.4 m)Simulated
Ground visible within 33 ft ahead39%Simulated30%Simulated
Watch it in Can You See Me?

Crash safety

No meaningful gap between the Model X and the X5 on what we can measure here.

Model XX5
Curb weight5,219 lb (2,367 kg)TestedCar and Driver5,216 lb (2,366 kg)PublishedBMW
Watch it in The Impact

Where each one wins

Tesla Model X

  • At 15,000 miles a year and national average prices, the Model X costs about $1,701 a year less to run: $882/yr against $2,583/yr. DerivedEPADerivedEPA
  • The Model X gets to 60 mph 1.2 s sooner: 3.6 s against 4.8 s. TestedCar and DriverPublishedBMW
  • The Model X has 9.8 cu ft more cargo space behind its second row: 37.1 cu ft against 27.3 cu ft. PublishedTeslaPublishedBMW
  • Our packing test fits 6 large suitcases in the Model X and 4 in the X5. Simulatedfrom TeslaSimulatedfrom BMW
  • From the driver’s seat the Model X’s hood hides the first 19 ft of road; the X5’s hides 34 ft. Simulated
  • The Model X makes 276 hp more: 670 hp against 394 hp. PublishedCar and DriverPublishedBMW
  • The Model X turns in a 1.7 ft tighter circle: 40.3 ft against 42.0 ft. PublishedEdmundsPublishedBMW
  • Drivers see 39% of the ground within 33 ft of the Model X’s nose and 30% in the X5. Simulated
  • It takes a 13 mph sideways slide into a curb to roll the Model X; the X5 goes over at 12 mph. Simulated, estimated inputs

BMW X5

Weigh them by what matters to you in the lab’s verdict

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Sources

  1. Edmunds: 2026 Tesla Model X pricing (MSRP $99,990 + $1,390 destination) (2026-09)
  2. BMW Group PressClub USA: The New BMW X5 and iX5 (US prices, outputs, 0–60 mph, 50e battery and range; June 30, 2026) (2026-06)
  3. US EPA (fueleconomy.gov): 2026 Tesla Model X AWD ratings (2026-02)
  4. US EPA (fueleconomy.gov): 2027 BMW X5 40 xDrive ratings (2026-10)
  5. Car and Driver: Tested: 2026 Tesla Model X Still Wows (AWD, six seats) (2025-11)
  6. Tesla: Model X Owner’s Manual: specifications (2024 edition) (2024-06)
  7. BMW of North America: 2027 BMW X5 technical data (dimensions, curb weights, cargo, fuel capacity, top speed) (2026-10)
  8. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings: 2026 Tesla Model X SUV AWD (VehicleId 22074): rollover only (2026-09)
  9. EV Specifications: 2025 Tesla Model X specifications (Tesla data) (2025-06)
  10. BMW Group PressClub: The new BMW X5: technical specifications (Cd × A, tracks, gear ratios, turning circle; dimension drawing on page 11) (2026-06)
  11. Edmunds: 2026 Tesla Model X specs and features (Tesla data) (2026-09)
  12. Car and Driver (Chrome Data): 2027 BMW X5 40 xDrive features and specs (255/50R21 · 285/45R21 all-season tires) (2026-10)
  13. BMW of North America: 2027 BMW X5 overview and FAQ (7,710-lb towing capacity, 40 xDrive) (2026-10)

Badges: Published figures come from the maker, a regulator or a rating agency; Tested from an independent instrumented test; Simulated are computed by our physics from those inputs (how); Estimate means no published value exists. Confirm figures with the maker or your dealer before you buy.