2023 BMW X5 Towing Capacity

Gulfport drivers looking for a mid-size SUV that is equal parts stylish, sophisticated, and powerful need not look any further than the 2023 BMW X5. When equipped with the BMW X5 tow hitch, the 2023 BMW X5 towing capacity reaches up to 7,200 pounds, which is more than enough to tow your small boat or teardrop trailer to your campsite. Learn more about the BMW X5 towing and performance specs with Galleria BMW below and contact us afterward to set up your test drive in D’Iberville!

2023 BMW X5 Towing & Performance Specs

The BMW X5 offers multiple powertrain options to cater to a variety of driving styles and preferences in Biloxi, including a plug-in hybrid option for increased fuel efficiency. The 7,200-pound 2023 BMW X5 towing capacity remains the same across the gas-powered options when equipped with the BMW X5 tow package. However, the plug-in hybrid powertrain has a slightly lower towing capacity. Here are the specs for each powertrain option:

BMW X5 sDrive40i – 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 engine

• 7,200-pound maximum towing capacity
• RWD, 335 hp, 330 lb-ft of torque
• 1,014-pound payload capacity
• 4,828 pounds curb weight

BMW X5 xDrive40i – 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 engine

• 7,200-pound maximum towing capacity
• AWD, 335 hp, 330 lb-ft of torque
• 1,014-pound payload capacity
• 4,863 pounds curb weight

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

• 5,952-pound maximum towing capacity
• AWD, 389 combined hp, 443 lb-ft of combined torque
• 996-pound payload capacity
• 5672 pounds curb weight

BMW X5 M50i – 4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8 engine

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

2023 BMW X5 Towing Package

In order to achieve the maximum BMW X5 towing capacity, you’ll need to opt for the BMW X5 tow package which includes a Class III trailer hitch. You can find the installation instructions in your owner’s manual. However, you can also schedule an appointment with our service department if you’d prefer the professionals to install the BMW X5 tow hitch for you.

2023 BMW X5 Towing Features

The BMW X5 towing capacity is further enhanced by a suite of safety and performance features that make every job a safer and easier one, including:

• Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
• Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features
• 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

If you plan on doing heavy-duty towing in Hattiesburg, we highly recommend equipping your X5 with the xDrive all-wheel drive system for additional traction and control in various road and weather conditions.

Experience the 2023 BMW X5 at Galleria BMW!

If you’re already impressed with the BMW X5, we’re confident that you’ll love how it feels behind the wheel! Contact us today for more information or to set up your test drive.