BMW X5 NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 BMW X5 an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the BMW X5 at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
BMW X5 Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 8 | 142 |
| 2024 | 2024 BMW X5 SUV RWD | — | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | — | 8 | 142 |
| 2023 | 2023 BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 30 |
| 2023 | 2023 BMW X5 SUV RWD | — | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | — | 4 | 30 |
| 2022 | 2022 BMW X5 SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 60 |
| 2022 | 2022 BMW X5 SUV RWD | — | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | — | 1 | 60 |
| 2017 | 2017 BMW X5 SUV RWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 6 | 73 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
BMW X5 Safety FAQ
Is the BMW X5 a safe car?
NHTSA gives the BMW X5 an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the BMW X5?
The BMW X5 scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 15.9%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the BMW X5 have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested BMW X5 as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and without lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.