BMW X5 M E70
The first M-badged SUV that defied physics and redefined performance.
- Power
- 555 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.5 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $12k–$32k
About the BMW X5 M E70
The E70 X5 M was a landmark vehicle for BMW's M division, being the first all-wheel-drive model and the first to use turbocharging in the brand's performance history. Powered by the S63 twin-scroll twin-turbo V8, it delivered supercar-rivalling acceleration in a package that retained the practical five-door utility of the standard X5. It features a bespoke M-tuned xDrive system with a heavy rear bias and Active Roll Stabilization to manage its significant mass through corners. While controversial at launch for its departure from naturally aspirated engines, it proved that an SUV could genuinely handle like a sports car.
BMW X5 M E70 specs
The BMW X5 M E70 produces 555 bhp (414 kW) and 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.5 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | X5 M |
| Generation | E70 |
| Trim | 4.4 V8 |
| Years | 2009–2013 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 8,974 built |
| Original price | About $85,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,395 cc (4.4 litres) |
| Induction | Twin-turbocharged |
| Power | 555 bhp (414 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.5 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,305 kg (5,082 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 241 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a BMW X5 M E70 worth?
A typical BMW X5 M E70 is estimated to be worth $12,000 – $32,000 (about £8,900 – £24,000).
Its original price when new was about $85,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
BMW X5 M E70 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW X5 M E70 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
BMW X5 M E70 fun facts
- The X5 M and its sibling X6 M were the first BMWs to feature the 'Manifold Bank' exhaust system, which crosses exhaust flows between cylinder banks to reduce turbo lag.
- At its launch, the E70 X5 M featured the largest brakes ever fitted to a production BMW, with 395mm front discs and four-piston calipers.
- Despite its 2.3-tonne weight, it recorded a Nürburgring lap time of 8 minutes and 24 seconds, faster than many contemporary sports cars.
