BMW X5 M towing capacity by year
The BMW X5 M has tow data across 6 model years, from 2010 through 2016. The most recent 2016 BMW X5 M carries a maximum tow rating of 6,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full BMW X5 M page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
BMW X5 M max tow rating, last 4 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the BMW X5 M, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent BMW X5 M years (2012–2016)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 BMW X5 M | 1 | 6,000 |
| 2015 BMW X5 M | 1 | 6,000 |
| 2013 BMW X5 M | 1 | 6,000 |
| 2012 BMW X5 M | 1 | 6,000 |
Older BMW X5 M years (2010–2011)
Earlier model years for the BMW X5 M, going back to 2010. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 BMW X5 M | 1 | 6,000 |
| 2010 BMW X5 M | 1 | 6,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.