2027 BMW X5 vs. 2026 BMW X5: What’s New?
The 2026 BMW X5 set a high bar, but the 2027 model represents a generational shift. A taller front end reshapes its presence, while a redesigned cabin changes the experience behind the wheel. At BMW of Northwest Arkansas, we’re explaining the differences that matter.
Power and Performance
For 2027, the BMW X5 40 gets a power boost. While both 2026 BMW X5 40i models produce 375 horsepower, the 2027 BMW X5 40 lineup pairs an updated 3.0-liter inline-six with 48-volt mild-hybrid technology for 394 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. Its eight-speed Steptronic® Sport transmission integrates an electric starter-generator, helping acceleration and automatic restarts feel smoother.
Electrified driving becomes more useful, too. The 2027 BMW X5 50e xDrive® produces 483 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of system torque. Its preliminary electric-range estimate rises to 44 miles, compared with up to 38 miles for the 2026 BMW X5 xDrive50e, making electric commuting more practical.
Technology and Interior Features
Inside, the BMW Curved Display™ in the 2026 BMW X5 gives way to BMW Panoramic iDrive® with BMW Operating System X. BMW Panoramic Vision places information across the lower windshield, while the standard BMW 3D Head-Up Display keeps navigation guidance directly ahead. A 17.9-inch Central Display handles touch controls, and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ remain standard on this new BMW SUV.
Beyond the dashboard, a 2.4-inch-longer wheelbase creates more rear knee room, standard heated sport seats gain extra cushioning, and a standard panoramic glass roof with an opening front section brightens the interior.
Safety Features
The 2027 BMW X5 expands its standard driver-assistance technology. Driving Assistant Plus can manage speed, following distance, and lane centering. That builds on the 2026 model’s standard Forward Collision Mitigation and Lane Departure Warning.
Lane Keeping Assistant, Active Blind Spot Detection, and Side Collision Protection are included as well, while Crossing Traffic Warning with Brake Intervention adds support at intersections and when leaving parking spaces. Available Highway Assistant continues to provide hands-free driving on suitable limited-access highways at speeds up to 85 mph.
Compare the 2026 BMW X5 and the Newest Model in Bentonville, AR
These changes are easier to appreciate from the driver’s seat. Visit our BMW dealership in Bentonville, AR to explore the 2027 BMW X5 and see how its performance, cabin, and driver-assistance technology have evolved. Then, take a BMW test drive and decide whether the fifth-generation model feels like the right step forward for you.