“The definitive high-performance SUV kicks into high gear with distinctive design, the latest technology, and powerful engineering courtesy of BMW M.”
—BMWUSA.com
A behemoth lies beneath the hood of the X5 M Competition. The 4.4-liter V-8 Bi-turbo engine with 48V mild-hybrid technology cranks out 617 horsepower for you to harness—and includes a racetrack cooling system for optimal performance. The 8-speed M Sport transmission with Drivelogic and carbon shift paddles ensures every shift is smooth and satisfying.
The 2026 BMW X5 M Competition takes exceptional handling to the next level with the Adaptive M Suspension Professional and 6-piston front M Compound Brakes with ventilated, drilled brake discs for maximum cooling and endurance. M xDrive, a high-performance all-wheel drive system, includes 4WD and 4WD Sport drive modes for customizable performance on the road.
The 2026 BMW X5 M Competition embraces action with a powerful exterior aesthetic—balanced by crafted interior elements for class and comfort.
Every 2026 BMW X5 M Competition includes impressive standard features, including a 617 hp engine, M Sport Exhaust System, carbon fiber design elements, M Shadowline Lights, and M Track Mode.
Every aspect of the BMW X5 M Competition is immaculately designed for performance—including the standard M Star-Spoke bi-color 21"/22" wheels equipped with M Compound brakes.
Spanning across the dashboard, the standard BMW Curved Display combines a 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster and 14.9" Central Information Display. It provides helpful driving stats, infotainment, and more on the BMW Operating System 8.5. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility lets you use your favorite apps on the go.
The My BMW App lets you lock and unlock doors, check vehicle status, or use standard Remote Engine Start to get things started before you even leave your house.
Enjoy the convenience of a heated and cooled thermo-cupholder located in the interior center console of your vehicle.
The dramatic Panoramic Sky Lounge LED Roof enhances the dimensions of the dual-panel Panoramic moonroof while adding an elegant LED light pattern in a choice of six colors, selectable via iDrive: white, blue, orange, bronze, lilac and green.
Designed with performance in mind, the M-specific Head-up Display presents essential information like the shift indicator, a rev counter, and more in a convenient projected format, so you can keep your focus on the road.
Keep your focus on the drive with a suite of standard safety features such as Frontal Collision Mitigation, Active Blind Spot Detection, Lane Keeping Assistant, and Speed Limit Assistant.
Safely eliminate potentially tiring, small, incremental steering adjustments while sitting in slow traffic. The Traffic Jam Assistant provides automated steering input with continuous hands-off driving on controlled-access highways up to 40mph. This feature can be activated by taking the hands off the wheel once suitable driving conditions are met and the availability is offered to the driver. The driver is responsible for complete vehicle operation.