BMW X5 III (F15) — Wheel Fitment & Specs
Overview
The third generation BMW X5 (F15) is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV manufactured by BMW from April 2013 to July 2018. It was unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show and arrived in US showrooms shortly after. The F15 features an updated platform, improved technology, and various engine options including petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid variants. Production took place in multiple locations around the world, with notable models such as the M Performance X5 M50d and the first core BMW brand plug-in hybrid variant, the xDrive40e.
Wheel fitment
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x120 |
| Centre bore | 74.1 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M14 x 1.25 (bolts) |
| Wheel-bolt torque | 140 Nm |
| Seat type | tapered |
| Factory setup | staggered |
| TPMS | direct |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 8.5J–10J | ET5–ET45 |
| Rear (staggered) | 10J–11.5J | ET27–ET50 |
As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 105,319 BMW X5 on UK roads, placing it in the top 4% of car models by volume across our fitment database. That makes its wheel fitment a high-demand size to keep in stock — one reason we track its exact spec here.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive50i | 4.4L BMW N63B44(tü) twin turbo V8 | petrol | 447 hp | xDrive |
| M50d | 3.0L BMW N57S turbo straight-6 | diesel | 376 hp | xDrive |
| xDrive40d | 3.0L BMW N57D30TOP(tü) turbo straight-6 | diesel | 309 hp | xDrive |
| xDrive40e | 2.0L BMW N20 turbo straight-4 + electric motor | hybrid | 307 hp | xDrive |
| sDrive35i | 3.0L BMW N55B30 turbo straight-6 | petrol | 225 hp | RWD |
| xDrive35i | 3.0L BMW N55B30 turbo straight-6 | petrol | 225 hp | xDrive |
| xDrive30d | 3.0L BMW N57D30OL(tü) turbo straight-6 | diesel | 190 hp | xDrive |
| xDrive35d* | 3.0L BMW N57D30OL(tü) turbo straight-6 | diesel | 190 hp | xDrive |
| sDrive25d (late) | 2.0L BMW B47D20 turbo straight-4 | diesel | 170 hp | RWD |
| sDrive25d (early) | 2.0L BMW N47D20 turbo straight-4 | diesel | 160 hp | RWD |
| xDrive25d | 2.0L BMW N47D20 turbo straight-4 | diesel | 160 hp | xDrive |
Performance
| Variant | Power | 0–62 mph | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive35i | 225 hp | 4.9 s | 146 mph |
| xDrive35i | 225 hp | 5.9 s | 146 mph |
| xDrive40e | 307 hp | 6.5 s | 146 mph |
| xDrive50i | 447 hp | 5 s | 155 mph |
| sDrive25d (early) | 160 hp | 8.2 s | 137 mph |
| sDrive25d (late) | 170 hp | 7.7 s | 137 mph |
| xDrive25d | 160 hp | 8.2 s | 137 mph |
| xDrive30d | 190 hp | 6.9 s | 143 mph |
| xDrive35d* | 190 hp | 6.9 s | 143 mph |
| xDrive40d | 309 hp | 5.9 s | 147 mph |
| M50d | 376 hp | 5.3 s | 155 mph |
Dimensions
| Length | 4886 mm |
| Width | 1938 mm |
| Height | 1762 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2933 mm |
| Kerb weight | 2105 kg |
Body styles & production
| Body styles | SUV |
| Produced | 2013–2018 |
Trim levels
Factory colours
History & notable variants
The F15 generation of the BMW X5 was introduced at the 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show. Notable developments include the addition of various engine options such as petrol, diesel, and a plug-in hybrid variant (xDrive40e) in 2015. The M Performance model, designated F85, was released in 2015 with significant power improvements over previous models.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Improved technology and safety features; various engine options including petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid variants; enhanced performance models like M50d.
- Cons: No significant cons mentioned in the reference.