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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 X5Mazda CX-5Subaru Forester
Mandai score
9/10
7/10
7/10
Typical price
KSh 6,800,000
KSh 3,200,000
KSh 4,200,000
Years
2017-2023
2017-2023
2018-2023
Body type
–
Mid-size SUV
Mid-size SUV
Fuel
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid
Petrol, Diesel
Petrol, Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic, CVT
Doors
5
5
5
Most popular trim
X5 xDrive30d M Sport / xDrive40i M Sport
CX-5 2.2 XD L Package / 2.0 20S / 2.5 25S
Forester Touring / Sport / Premium / e-Boxer Advance
Dealer listings
None listed
None listed
None listed
Fuel and running cost
Trim
Standard
Subaru Forester 2.5L / 1.8T / 2.0L e-Boxer
Fuel consumption
14.2 km/L7.0 L/100km combined · about 1136 km a tank
19.5 km/L5.1 L/100km combined · about 1131 km a tank
17.0 km/L5.9 L/100km combined · about 1071 km a tank
Running cost
KSh 1,598 / 100 kmKSh 16 a km · KSh 15,983 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,168 / 100 kmKSh 12 a km · KSh 11,680 for 1,000 km · diesel
KSh 1,335 / 100 kmKSh 13 a km · KSh 13,351 for 1,000 km · petrol
Dimensions
Length
4,922 mm
4,550 mm
4,625 mm
Width
2,004 mm
1,840 mm
1,815 mm
Height
1,745 mm
1,690 mm
1,730 mm
Wheelbase
2,975 mm
2,700 mm
2,670 mm
Ground clearance
214 mm
210 mm
220 mm
Boot space
650 L (5-seater expanded to 1,870 L)
506 L (1,620 L folded)
520 L (1,775 L folded)
Kerb weight
2,110 kg
1,610 kg
1,570 kg
Seats
5 or 7
5
5
Specifications
Engine
3.0L B57 TwinPower Diesel / 3.0L B58 Turbo Petrol
2.2L SkyActiv-D Twin-Turbo Diesel / 2.5L SkyActiv-G
2.5L FB25 Direct Injection Boxer / 1.8L CB18 DIT Turbo
Power
265 hp (30d) / 340 hp (40i) / 523 hp (M50i)
190 hp (2.2D) / 188 hp (2.5L)
182 hp @ 5,800 rpm (2.5L) / 177 hp (1.8T)
Torque
620 Nm (30d) / 450 Nm (40i) / 750 Nm (M50i)
450 Nm (2.2D) / 252 Nm (2.5L)
239 Nm @ 4,400 rpm (2.5L) / 300 Nm (1.8T)
Drivetrain
Intelligent xDrive AWD
FWD or i-Activ AWD
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
0–100 km/h
4.3 sec (M50i) – 6.5 sec (30d)
8.2 sec
8.2 sec
Top speed
230 km/h – 250 km/h
204 km/h
204 km/h
Fuel economy
Combined
14.2 km/L (xDrive30d) / 11.0 km/L (xDrive40i)
19.5 km/L (2.2D) / 14.5 km/L (2.0L/2.5L)
14.2 km/L (2.5L) / 15.2 km/L (1.8T) / 17.0 km/L (e-Boxer)
City
11.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 8.8 km/L (xDrive40i)
16.0 km/L (2.2D) / 11.8 km/L (Petrol)
11.8 km/L (2.5L) / 12.5 km/L (1.8T) / 15.0 km/L (e-Boxer)
Highway
16.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 13.2 km/L (xDrive40i)
22.0 km/L (2.2D) / 16.8 km/L (Petrol)
16.8 km/L (2.5L) / 18.0 km/L (1.8T) / 18.5 km/L (e-Boxer)
Tank size
80 L
58 L (FWD) / 56 L (AWD)
63 L
CO₂ emissions
175 g/km (30d) / 200 g/km (40i)
142 g/km
152 g/km
At a glance
Model
BMW X5 (F15 / G05 Series)
Mazda CX-5 (KF Series)
Subaru Forester (SK Series)
Production years
2017–2023
2017–2023
2018–2023
Body type
5-Door Luxury Executive SUV
5-Door Mid-Size Crossover SUV
SUV / Crossovers
Seating capacity
5 or 7
5
5
Fuel types
Clean Diesel, Petrol, Plug-In Hybrid
Clean Diesel, Petrol
Petrol, e-Boxer Hybrid
Engine sizes
2,993 cc (3.0L Diesel) / 2,998 cc (3.0L Petrol) / 4,395 cc (4.4L V8)
1,997 cc (2.0L) / 2,191 cc (2.2L Diesel) / 2,488 cc (2.5L)
1,795 cc (1.8T CB18) / 1,995 cc (2.0L e-Boxer) / 2,498 cc (2.5L FB25)
Transmission
8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Automatic (Lineartronic CVT)
Drivetrain
Intelligent xDrive AWD
FWD or i-Activ AWD
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
Ground clearance
214 mm
210 mm
220 mm
Source market
UK / Japan (RHD)
UK / Japan (RHD)
Japan / UK (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.
- High 210 mm ground clearance handles unpaved roads and potholes easily.
- Sub-2,500 cc KRA import duty tax bracket advantage.
- Massive 450 Nm torque on 2.2L diesel.
- Class-leading 220 mm ground clearance: Conquers deep potholes, tall speed bumps, and rough upcountry tracks.
- Symmetrical AWD with Dual X-Mode: Exceptional mud, snow, and deep gravel traction.
- Sub-2,500 cc KRA tax advantage: All 1.8T, 2.0L, and 2.5L engines qualify for 25% excise tax rate.
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.
- Diesel DPF requires low-SAPS C3 oil.
- Firm ride on 19-inch L Package alloy wheels.
- Lineartronic CVT response: CVT engine revs during heavy highway mountain passes.
- EyeSight windshield camera care: Requires specialized recalibration if windscreen is replaced.