2023 BMW X5 Towing Capacity

If you’re in the market for a new luxury SUV with plenty of power around Topeka, it’s worth checking out the 2023 BMW X5. The new X5 has all the latest performance, technology, and safety features Topeka drivers crave. However, the most impressive feature for local adventurers is sure to be the BMW X5 towing capacity! So, what weight can a BMW X5 tow? You can tow up to 7,200 pounds with an X5—that’s plenty of power for many medium-sized trailers and sailboats! Take a look at how it achieves this class-leading towing capacity with BMW of Topeka today, and feel free to contact us anytime for more information.

What Weight Can a BMW X5 Tow?

So, what weight can a BMW X5 tow? The BMW X5 can tow up to 7,200 pounds when properly equipped, a feat that’s made possible with a series of class-leading powertrains. Regardless of which powertrain you choose, you’ll receive a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission. This means that you’ll be able to get up to highway speeds in no time, no matter what you’re hauling.

Although the BMW X5 towing capacity is similar across the gas-powered trim levels, other performance specs will vary depending on the trim level you choose. Let’s check out the specs of each model in more detail, below:

BMW X5 sDrive40i – 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 Engine

• 7,200 pounds maximum towing capacity
• RWD, 335 hp, 331 lb-ft of torque
• 1,014 pounds payload capacity
• 4,828 pounds curb weight

BMW X5 xDrive40i – 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 Engine

• 7,200 pounds maximum towing capacity
• AWD, 335 hp, 331 lb-ft of torque
• 1,016 pounds payload capacity
• 4,863 pounds curb weight

BMW X5 xDrive45e – 3.0L BMW Twin-Turbo I6 with Integrated Electric Motor

• 5,952 pounds maximum towing capacity
• AWD, 389 combined hp, 443 lb-ft of combined torque
• 5,646 pounds curb weight

BMW X5 M50i – 4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8 Engine

• 7,200 pounds maximum towing capacity
• AWD, 523 hp, 553 lb-ft of torque
• 1,030 pounds payload capacity
• 5,260 pounds curb weight

BMW X5 Tow Package

Are BMW X5 SUVs good for towing? As you now know, absolutely! Let’s check out the various available tow packages to make towing a breeze around Kansas City. If you opt for the BMW X5 tow package, you’ll receive a Class III trailer hitch for $550. Although BMW makes this hitch easy to use, it’s important to consult your owner’s manual to be certain that you are familiar with its uses and processes before towing anything.

It’s important to note that if you opt for the BMW X5 tow hitch, this means that you won’t be able to take advantage of the Comfort Access feature that allows you to open the tailgate by waving your foot under the rear bumper. However, with the towing power the X5 provides, this is a small trade to make!

BMW X5 Towing Features

There are a number of towing features available on the 2023 X5, especially when you upgrade to the signature xDrive all-wheel drive system. Even if you choose not to opt for the xDrive all-wheel drive, you’ll be able to experience the following towing features:

• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features
• Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
• Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
• Hill Descent Control (HDC)
• Dynamic Damper Control
• 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• Icon Adaptive Full LED Headlights
• LED fog lights and Automatic High Beams
• Programmable LED Daytime Running Lights
• Active Driving Assistant with Frontal Collision Warning, Active Blind Spot Detection, and a Lane Departure Warning

There are even a couple of other features that you can take advantage of when you choose the X5:

• The Parking Assistance Package ($800) provides Surround View w/ 3D View, which makes it easier than ever to attach a trailer or navigate the tight roads around Topeka. You can also get to experience the helpful Parking Assistant Plus.
• The Dynamic Handling Package ($2,600) is only available on the M40i. If you opt for this package, you can use the Adaptive M Suspension for improved control, in addition to Active Roll Stabilization and Integral Active Steering.

See The X5 Towing Capacity for Yourself at BMW of Topeka!

Now that you know more about the BMW X5 towing capacity, come see this impressive vehicle for yourself at BMW of Topeka! Browse our new vehicle inventory, and meet with our finance center to start the buying process! Be sure to use our new vehicle specials to save big on your next purchase around Lawrence.