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BMW X5
Flagship luxury executive SUV combining G05 stature, B57/B58 power, xDrive AWD, and supreme road presence.
Highest rated
BMW X6 M Sport
Iconic luxury sports activity coupe with M aerodynamic styling and xDrive AWD.
Best value
BMW X5BMW X6 M Sport
Mandai score
9/10
8.5/10
Typical price
KSh 680,000,014,500,000
KSh 8,500,000
Years
2017-2023
2017-2023
Fuel
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Doors
5
5
Most popular trim
X5 xDrive30d M Sport / xDrive40i M Sport
X6 xDrive30d / X6 xDrive40i / X6 M50i
Dealer listings
None listed
None listed
Fuel and running cost
Fuel consumption
14.2 km/L7.0 L/100km combined · about 1136 km a tank
14.8 km/L6.8 L/100km combined · about 1184 km a tank
Running cost
KSh 1,598 / 100 kmKSh 16 a km · KSh 15,983 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,534 / 100 kmKSh 15 a km · KSh 15,335 for 1,000 km · petrol
Dimensions
Length
4,922 mm
4,935 mm
Width
2,004 mm
2,004 mm
Height
1,745 mm
1,696 mm
Wheelbase
2,975 mm
2,975 mm
Ground clearance
214 mm
212 mm
Boot space
650 L (5-seater expanded to 1,870 L)
580 L (1,530 L folded)
Kerb weight
2,110 kg
2,130 kg (2,310 kg M50i)
Seats
5 or 7
5
Specifications
Engine
3.0L B57 TwinPower Diesel / 3.0L B58 Turbo Petrol
3.0L B57 Diesel / 3.0L B58 Petrol / 4.4L N63 V8 Petrol
Power
265 hp (30d) / 340 hp (40i) / 523 hp (M50i)
265 hp (30d) / 335 hp (40i) / 523 hp (M50i)
Torque
620 Nm (30d) / 450 Nm (40i) / 750 Nm (M50i)
620 Nm (30d) / 450 Nm (40i) / 750 Nm (M50i)
Drivetrain
Intelligent xDrive AWD
Intelligent xDrive AWD
0–100 km/h
4.3 sec (M50i) – 6.5 sec (30d)
4.3 sec (M50i) – 6.5 sec (30d)
Top speed
230 km/h – 250 km/h
230 km/h – 250 km/h
Fuel economy
Combined
14.2 km/L (xDrive30d) / 11.0 km/L (xDrive40i)
14.8 km/L (xDrive30d) / 11.2 km/L (xDrive40i) / 8.5 km/L (M50i)
City
11.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 8.8 km/L (xDrive40i)
12.0 km/L (xDrive30d) / 9.2 km/L (xDrive40i) / 6.5 km/L (M50i)
Highway
16.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 13.2 km/L (xDrive40i)
16.8 km/L (xDrive30d) / 13.5 km/L (xDrive40i) / 10.5 km/L (M50i)
Tank size
80 L
80 L (Diesel) / 83 L (Petrol)
CO₂ emissions
175 g/km (30d) / 200 g/km (40i)
172 g/km (30d) / 243 g/km (M50i)
At a glance
Model
BMW X5 (F15 / G05 Series)
BMW X6 M Sport (F16 / G06 Series)
Production years
2017–2023
2017–2023
Body type
5-Door Luxury Executive SUV
5-Door Luxury Crossover Coupe
Seating capacity
5 or 7
5
Fuel types
Clean Diesel, Petrol, Plug-In Hybrid
Clean Diesel, Petrol
Engine sizes
2,993 cc (3.0L Diesel) / 2,998 cc (3.0L Petrol) / 4,395 cc (4.4L V8)
2,993 cc (3.0L Diesel) / 2,998 cc (3.0L Petrol) / 4,395 cc (4.4L V8)
Transmission
8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic
8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic
Drivetrain
Intelligent xDrive AWD
Intelligent xDrive AWD
Ground clearance
214 mm
212 mm
Source market
UK / Japan (RHD)
UK / Japan (RHD)
Pros and cons
What’s good
- Massive low-end diesel torque: 620 Nm output delivers effortless highway overtaking power.
- High 214 mm ground clearance: Easily tackles unpaved estate tracks and deep upcountry ruts.
- Optional 3rd row / 7-seater layout: Provides extra seating versatility for larger family transfers.
- Unmatched road presence: Iconic "Iconic Glow" illuminated kidney grille and wide M Sport stance.
- Torque-rich 620–650 Nm diesel performance: xDrive30d accelerates effortlessly on single-lane highway passes.
- High 212 mm ground clearance: Easily clears estate speed bumps and rough unpaved roads across Nairobi.
- Legendary B58 petrol reliability: The 3.0L xDrive40i engine offers incredible tuning potential and proven mechanical durability.
What’s not so good
- High KRA customs valuation: 3.0L+ engines trigger the 35% excise duty tax bracket.
- Wide 2.0-meter body width: Requires extra care when parking in narrow commercial bays.
- Sloping rear roofline: Slightly reduces rearmost headroom for rear passengers over 6 feet tall.
- High CRSP customs valuation: 3.0L and 4.4L engine variants trigger the 35% KRA excise duty tax bracket.