BMW X5 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the BMW X5, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the BMW X5 and are good next research steps.

from $48,500

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Price : 48,500 - 86,100 $
Body Type : 4MATIC Sedan, Sedan
Engine Type : Plug-In Hybrid,
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel, Rear Wheel
Power HP : 255 - 671 HP
FuelEconomy City : 20 - 26 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 28 - 36 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 295 - 752 lb-ft
Model : C-Class
Modell : AMG C 63 S E Performance Sedan, AMG C 43 4MATIC Sedan, C 300 Sedan, C 300 4MATIC Sedan
Trim Level : AMG C 63 S E Performance Sedan, AMG C 43 4MATIC Sedan, C 300 Sedan, C 300 4MATIC Sedan
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 3,825 - 4,165 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17.4 gal
Trunk Volume : 9.8 - 12.6 cu. ft.
Length : 187 - 190.6 in.
Width : 74.4 - 77.4 in.
Height : 56 - 57 in.
Brand : Mercedes-Benz

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Quick data check: Mercedes-Benz C-Class

markedly cheaper
noticeably more power
slightly more efficient
visibly lighter

from $40,700

Toyota 4Runner

Price : 40,700 - 55,200 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 270 HP
FuelEconomy City : 16 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 19 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 278 lb-ft
Model : 4Runner
Modell : SR5 2WD (Natl), SR5 Premium 2WD (Natl), TRD Sport 2WD (Natl), Limited 2WD (Natl), SR5 4WD (Natl), SR5 Premium 4WD (Natl), TRD Off Road 4WD (Natl), TRD Sport 4WD (Natl), TRD Off Road Premium 4WD (Natl), TRD Pro 4WD (Natl), Limited 4WD (Natl)
Trim Level : SR5 2WD (Natl), SR5 Premium 2WD (Natl), TRD Sport 2WD (Natl), Limited 2WD (Natl), SR5 4WD (Natl), SR5 Premium 4WD (Natl), TRD Off Road 4WD (Natl), TRD Sport 4WD (Natl), TRD Off Road Premium 4WD (Natl), TRD Pro 4WD (Natl), Limited 4WD (Natl)
Engine Displacement : 4 L
Curb weight : 4,400 - 4,805 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 23 gal
Length : 190.2 - 191.3 in.
Width : 75.8 in.
Height : 71 - 72 in.
Brand : Toyota

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Quick data check: Toyota 4Runner

significantly more power
noticeably more efficient
considerably cheaper
moderately lighter

from $56,000

Toyota Land Cruiser

Price : 56,000 - 75,000 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 326 HP
FuelEconomy City : 22 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 25 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 465 lb-ft
Model : Land Cruiser
Modell : 4WD (Natl), 1958 4WD (Natl), First Edition 4WD (Natl)
Trim Level : 4WD (Natl), 1958 4WD (Natl), First Edition 4WD (Natl)
Engine Displacement : 2.4 L
Curb weight : 5,038 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17.9 gal
Length : 193.8 in.
Width : 77.9 in.
Height : 76 in.
Brand : Toyota

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Quick data check: Toyota Land Cruiser

noticeably more power
barely more efficient
very slightly lighter
slightly cheaper

from $38,500

Ford Edge

Price : 38,500 - 47,200 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 250 - 335 HP
FuelEconomy City : 19 - 21 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 25 - 28 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 275 - 380 lb-ft
Model : Edge
Modell : SE AWD, SEL AWD, ST-Line AWD, Titanium AWD, ST AWD
Trim Level : SE AWD, SEL AWD, ST-Line AWD, Titanium AWD, ST AWD
Engine Displacement : 2 - 2.7 L
Curb weight : 4,126 - 4,525 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 18.5 gal
Length : 188.8 in.
Width : 75.9 in.
Height : 68 in.
Brand : Ford

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Quick data check: Ford Edge

clearly more power
only slightly more efficient
substantially cheaper
noticeably lighter

from $34,000

Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

Price : 34,000 - 40,100 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 219 HP
FuelEconomy City : 39 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 37 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 163 lb-ft
Model : CX-50 Hybrid
Modell : Preferred Package AWD, Premium Package AWD, Premium Plus Package AWD
Trim Level : Preferred Package AWD, Premium Package AWD, Premium Plus Package AWD
Engine Displacement : 2.5 L
Curb weight : 4,008 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 14.5 gal
Length : 186.1 in.
Width : 75.6 in.
Height : 64 - 65 in.
Brand : Mazda

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Quick data check: Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

considerably more power
significantly cheaper
considerably more efficient
visibly lighter

from $38,300

GMC Sierra 1500

Price : 38,300 - 84,200 $
Body Type : Pickup
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 305 - 420 HP
FuelEconomy City : 15 - 23 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 19 - 27 MPG
Seats : 3 - 6
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 383 - 495 lb-ft
Model : Sierra 1500
Modell : 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4X, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali Ultimate, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Elevation, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation, 4WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Denali, 2WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 2WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Double Cab 147" Elevation, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Pro
Trim Level : 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4X, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali Ultimate, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Elevation, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation, 4WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Denali, 2WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 2WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Double Cab 147" Elevation, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Pro
Engine Displacement : 5.3 - 6.2 L
Fuel tank capacity : 24 - 28 gal
Length : 210.97 - 242.45 in.
Width : 81.15 - 81.24 in.
Height : 75 - 78 in.
Brand : GMC

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Quick data check: GMC Sierra 1500

a bit more power
clearly cheaper

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