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BMW X5
Flagship luxury executive SUV combining G05 stature, B57/B58 power, xDrive AWD, and supreme road presence.
Highest rated
BMW X5Subaru ForesterAudi Q7
Mandai score
9/10
7/10
8.5/10
Typical price
KSh 6,800,000
KSh 4,200,000
KSh 6,800,000
Years
2017-2023
2018-2023
2017-2023
Body type
–
Mid-size SUV
–
Fuel
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid
Petrol, Hybrid
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic, CVT
Automatic
Doors
5
5
5
Most popular trim
X5 xDrive30d M Sport / xDrive40i M Sport
Forester Touring / Sport / Premium / e-Boxer Advance
Q7 2.0 TFSI / 3.0 TFSI Quattro S Line
Dealer listings
None listed
None listed
None listed
Fuel and running cost
Trim
Standard
Subaru Forester 2.5L / 1.8T / 2.0L e-Boxer
Fuel consumption
14.2 km/L7.0 L/100km combined · about 1136 km a tank
17.0 km/L5.9 L/100km combined · about 1071 km a tank
12.5 km/L8.0 L/100km combined · about 1063 km a tank
Running cost
KSh 1,598 / 100 kmKSh 16 a km · KSh 15,983 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,335 / 100 kmKSh 13 a km · KSh 13,351 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,816 / 100 kmKSh 18 a km · KSh 18,157 for 1,000 km · petrol
Dimensions
Length
4,922 mm
4,625 mm
5,052 mm
Width
2,004 mm
1,815 mm
1,968 mm
Height
1,745 mm
1,730 mm
1,741 mm
Wheelbase
2,975 mm
2,670 mm
2,994 mm
Ground clearance
214 mm
220 mm
210 mm
Boot space
650 L (5-seater expanded to 1,870 L)
520 L (1,775 L folded)
295 L (7 seats) / 770 L (5 seats)
Kerb weight
2,110 kg
1,570 kg
2,070 kg
Seats
5 or 7
5
7
Specifications
Engine
3.0L B57 TwinPower Diesel / 3.0L B58 Turbo Petrol
2.5L FB25 Direct Injection Boxer / 1.8L CB18 DIT Turbo
3.0L V6 TFSI Supercharged / Mild Hybrid
Power
265 hp (30d) / 340 hp (40i) / 523 hp (M50i)
182 hp @ 5,800 rpm (2.5L) / 177 hp (1.8T)
333 hp @ 5,500–6,500 rpm
Torque
620 Nm (30d) / 450 Nm (40i) / 750 Nm (M50i)
239 Nm @ 4,400 rpm (2.5L) / 300 Nm (1.8T)
440 Nm @ 2,900–5,300 rpm
Drivetrain
Intelligent xDrive AWD
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
Quattro Permanent All-Wheel Drive
0–100 km/h
4.3 sec (M50i) – 6.5 sec (30d)
8.2 sec
6.1 sec
Top speed
230 km/h – 250 km/h
204 km/h
250 km/h
Fuel economy
Combined
14.2 km/L (xDrive30d) / 11.0 km/L (xDrive40i)
14.2 km/L (2.5L) / 15.2 km/L (1.8T) / 17.0 km/L (e-Boxer)
12.5 km/L (2.0T) / 10.5 km/L (3.0T V6)
City
11.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 8.8 km/L (xDrive40i)
11.8 km/L (2.5L) / 12.5 km/L (1.8T) / 15.0 km/L (e-Boxer)
10.0 km/L (2.0T) / 8.5 km/L (3.0T V6)
Highway
16.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 13.2 km/L (xDrive40i)
16.8 km/L (2.5L) / 18.0 km/L (1.8T) / 18.5 km/L (e-Boxer)
14.5 km/L (2.0T) / 12.5 km/L (3.0T V6)
Tank size
80 L
63 L
85 L
CO₂ emissions
175 g/km (30d) / 200 g/km (40i)
152 g/km
179 g/km
At a glance
Model
BMW X5 (F15 / G05 Series)
Subaru Forester (SK Series)
Audi Q7 (4M Series)
Production years
2017–2023
2018–2023
2017–2023
Body type
5-Door Luxury Executive SUV
SUV / Crossovers
5-Door Flagship 7-Seater Luxury SUV
Seating capacity
5 or 7
5
7 seats
Fuel types
Clean Diesel, Petrol, Plug-In Hybrid
Petrol, e-Boxer Hybrid
Petrol (TFSI), Clean Diesel (TDI)
Engine sizes
2,993 cc (3.0L Diesel) / 2,998 cc (3.0L Petrol) / 4,395 cc (4.4L V8)
1,795 cc (1.8T CB18) / 1,995 cc (2.0L e-Boxer) / 2,498 cc (2.5L FB25)
1,984 cc / 2,995 cc / 2,967 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic
Automatic (Lineartronic CVT)
8-speed Tiptronic Automatic
Drivetrain
Intelligent xDrive AWD
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
Quattro Permanent All-Wheel Drive
Ground clearance
214 mm
220 mm
210 mm (up to 245 mm with air suspension)
Source market
UK / Japan (RHD)
Japan / UK (RHD)
Japan / UK (RHD)
Pros and cons
What’s good
- Massive low-end diesel torque: 620 Nm output delivers effortless highway overtaking power.
- High 214 mm ground clearance: Easily tackles unpaved estate tracks and deep upcountry ruts.
- Optional 3rd row / 7-seater layout: Provides extra seating versatility for larger family transfers.
- Class-leading 220 mm ground clearance: Conquers deep potholes, tall speed bumps, and rough upcountry tracks.
- Symmetrical AWD with Dual X-Mode: Exceptional mud, snow, and deep gravel traction.
- Sub-2,500 cc KRA tax advantage: All 1.8T, 2.0L, and 2.5L engines qualify for 25% excise tax rate.
- Adaptive air suspension height: Adjustable ground clearance from 210 mm up to 245 mm for off-road tracks.
- Sub-2,500 cc duty savings on 2.0L TFSI: Qualifies for KRA's 25% excise duty bracket.
- Electrically folding 3rd-row seats: Expands boot space to 770 L with push-button convenience.
- Exceptional high-speed stability: MLB Evo chassis provides limousine-like ride comfort on highways.
What’s not so good
- High KRA customs valuation: 3.0L+ engines trigger the 35% excise duty tax bracket.
- Wide 2.0-meter body width: Requires extra care when parking in narrow commercial bays.
- Lineartronic CVT response: CVT engine revs during heavy highway mountain passes.
- EyeSight windshield camera care: Requires specialized recalibration if windscreen is replaced.
- 5.05-meter overall length: Demands large parking spaces in Nairobi shopping malls.
- Air suspension strut wear: Pneumatic air bags require replacement after high-mileage use.