2027 BMW X5 Trim Level Comparison

The 2027 BMW X5 gives you two ways to experience the redesigned flagship SUV from BMW. Both gas trims share the same turbocharged inline-six engine, the same Neue Klasse-inspired cabin, and the same technology suite, but one sends that power to all four wheels instead of two. The team at BMW of Northwest Arkansas breaks down exactly what separates the BMW X5 40 from the BMW X5 40 xDrive®.

BMW X5 40

The 2027 BMW X5 40 is the starting point for the redesigned lineup, and it doesn’t feel like an entry-level compromise. A 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo™ inline six-cylinder engine with 48V mild hybrid assistance produces 394 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque, enough for a 5.1-second sprint to 60 mph through the standard eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission.

Inside, BMW Panoramic iDrive® pairs a free-cut Central Display with BMW Panoramic Vision spanning the base of the windshield, all run through BMW Operating System X for quick, intuitive control. Standard Driving Assistant Plus manages speed, following distance, and lane centering, while Active Blind Spot Detection and Lane Keeping Assistant work in the background on every drive. Rear-wheel drive keeps things simple, making this new BMW SUV a smart choice for drivers who spend most of their time on dry, well-maintained roads and don’t need the extra traction of all-wheel drive.

BMW X5 40 xDrive

The 2027 BMW X5 40 xDrive uses that same 394-horsepower engine and eight-speed transmission, but routes power to all four wheels through BMW xDrive, matching the rear-wheel-drive model’s 5.1-second run to 60 mph despite the added hardware. Every cabin feature carries over as well, including BMW Panoramic iDrive and the full Driving Assistant Plus suite.

What changes is confidence on the kind of roads Northwest Arkansas sees every winter. For drivers navigating ice on the Ozark hills or unpredictable weather throughout Bentonville, the added grip of xDrive is often the deciding factor.

Find Your 2027 BMW X5 at BMW of Northwest Arkansas

Choosing between these two trims really comes down to one question: how much do you value having power sent to all four wheels? Visit our BMW dealership in Bentonville, AR, to get behind the wheel of both and see which one fits how you drive. When you’re ready, our BMW financing specialists can help structure a plan around whichever one you choose.