2020 BMW X5 towing capacity
The 2020 BMW X5 is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 6,000 to 7,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (7,000 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2020 BMW X5 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive40i 4dr 4x2 Sports Activity Vehicle | — | 335 | 330 | — | 7,000 | — | — | — |
| xDrive40i 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle | — | 335 | 330 | 3.39 | 6,000 | 6,691 | 4,991 | 1,700 |
| xDrive50i 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle | — | 456 | 479 | 3.15 | 6,000 | 6,460 | 5,095 | 1,365 |
| M50i 4dr All-wheel Drive Sports Activity Vehicle | — | 523 | 553 | 3.15 | 7,000 | 6,559 | 5,260 | 1,299 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2019
The 2019 BMW X5 carried a maximum tow rating of 7,200 lb. The 2020 model is rated 200 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2019 BMW X5 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2020 BMW models
The rest of BMW's 2020 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2020 BMW X7 | 7,500 |
| 2020 BMW X6 | 7,200 |
| 2020 BMW X4 | 4,400 |
| 2020 BMW X2 | 3,500 |
| 2020 BMW X1 | 3,000 |
| 2020 BMW X3 | 3,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.