2026 BMW X5 M60i

The X5 is BMW's mid-size luxury SUV, slotting between the X3 and X7 with a blend of sport and utility. It competes with the Mercedes-Benz GLE, Audi Q7, and Volvo XC90, all offering similar luxury and capability. The X5 drives with the poise of a sport sedan, its steering precise and body control tight for an SUV. The ride is firm but well-controlled, a trade-off for the sharp handling that makes it enjoyable on twisty roads. Inside, the cabin is spacious and upscale, with comfortable seating for five and a generous cargo area. The M60i swaps the xDrive40i's inline-six for a 4.4L V8 and adds the M Sport Differential, Adaptive M Suspension, and Integral Active Steering as standard. Its 4.4L V8 makes 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, routed through an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive with Launch Control for a 4.2-second 0-60 mph sprint. The M Sport exhaust with black quad tailpipes gives it a deep, aggressive note that matches the sharper handling from the rear-wheel steering.