I have just ordered the 2025 X5 m40i and i test drove it 3 times, comparing it to the m60i.. in my opinion I don't think the m60i performance justify the price/reliability/fuel-con vs 40i. B58 engine is a beast i would not need more Power especially for an SUV. Unless you really love the exhaust sound u get with M60i.
Yeah 40i was not much different from m50 for regular person (not sure about new M60) plus the gas mileage on 40i is awesome! Performance is really not necessary in family SUV and rather go for comfort with smaller wheels (great ride quality)
@@bryandsouza9905 I always want a bigger engine. That said, the B58 is stellar and the 375/398 (HP/Tqe) is pretty darn fun. Plus you can always tune it after warranty expires to get much, much more. Very little to complain about with the 40i.
@@donsloan2075 Point taken . I am a guy to whom 0 to 60 isn’t important. I love the gas mileage I get from my X5 40i . What I love most about BMW’s is the tech , great ride . Just love the 2024 , it is my third .
Have a 40i 2020, M sport brakes & suspension, fully loaded with crystal 💎 cut knobs n dials 🔥🔥🔥 Love it.. watching your videos I like to see the extra performance these cars have tho 🥃🏁🏁🏁🏁
@@richbenz4246 they are awesome and feel free to check them out with other videos. I show performance in all of them that why the camera zigzags on the turns 👍
Thank you for this review! I was looking for someone to compare the two on youtube. The M60i seems worth the extra money for the performance and suspension features
Pretty sure the cooling components are not the same so tuning it to high HP not only voids warranty but is also not supported as it is for the X5 M. Not to mention that body roll.
The 40i has a 0-60 in under 5 seconds (per C/D) which is very quick for an SUV. But if that’s not enough for your needs, then go with the M60i. Other than that, they’re basically the same. A similarly-specified 40i with the same M Sport options as the M60i is about $16K less. What that $16K buys you, other than a 3.9 second 0-60 time, is S68 bragging rights, a sportier exhaust note, and a couple of M badges.
With m rear diff and upgraded suspension plus a few other goods but if that’s not what a persons looking for keep the saving as both are awesome vehicles 👍
It also gives you the option of the Bowers and Wilkins diamond stereo. I wish BMW hadn’t shifted all of their top tier stereos to the M models. I’d rather have a more plush ride *and * the BW Diamond system.
If you have the updated X3 M40i with 382hp, they run very similar 1/4 mile times. The X3 is even quicker off idle when you floor it. It has a different powerband rather than the V8, so you'll feel the main power in the mid high rpm range, whereas the M50i is more focused on low-mid range power.
The M60's hot V engine is a ticking time bomb to start burning oil and causing other problems due to all the heat. If I were leasing, the m60i... if I'm buying, the xdrive40i all day (the b58 engine is just way more reliable).
Me too..just had a choice between a 22 X6 M50 with 30k miles or a 24 X4 M40 with 13 miles 😮..both $69k...the B58 will give me yrs of worry free fun..but damn that V8 was sweet..chose the x4
I own a G80 M4 comp and a 2024 X5 M60i. My wife has the X7 40I and there is a big difference in the performance, but you really cant go wrong with the X5 40i for that money. Only thing better than the X5 M60i is the Cayenne GTS that is about to release, but thats another $35k.
I’m sure I have something but I can not send messages like this on TH-cam When I put it in sport mode you will see it drop lower on the video and in the interior I show the center console
Because the x5 had the m sport it was very close. If you option it more base the xdrive is smoother but not by much as BMW is normally a sporty luxury drive.
Maintenance is about the same and gas consumption just depends on how much you’re racing. My family has an M50i and when driving regular we’re getting over 20 MPG‘s combined 👍
Great review Anthony. The m60i is the hands down choice for sure. That exhaust note and the growl of the engine are just amazing. My X5 had the non turbo 6 and it was slow I did not have the extra 10 grand for the 8. We only hit 101 here but we are going to have what's looking like a really nasty heatwave. It looked like some rain was coming on your side and I hope that you are doing great!
My brother bought the m50i right before the m60i came out which I tell all my friends and family talk to me before you buy lol. I would go m60i but it’s expensive 😁. It was 96 today and the rain came around 4pm but not as much as yesterday. For the rest of the week the weather looks cooler and rainy. Hopefully it cools down for you guys that is hot. Happy Monday James
@@HawkeyeRides Glad to hear that you guys will have some cooler weather. My neighbor helped me put a portable AC in my bedroom today . I usually don't use AC at night but there are some nights that are just too hot. Happy Monday Anthony and have a good one.
@@jameswalsh6131 that’s good your neighbors help out, I’m close with my neighbors too. I started running ceiling fans at night which helps a lot on these hotter days but the a/c when it’s over 100 is a must. I hope the weather gets cooler for you James
I have a 2023 X4 M4OI it came with a service agreement. The last service they gave me a X5 40i. On paper, my X4 had 7 more horsepower on paper. Under my foot, there's a major difference in acceleration.
@HawkeyeRides I wasn't dissing the X5. I'm just trying to help the people watching to make a decision on what they want. If you're looking to buy it for Performance, style, and luxury. You don't want the base model. Get the M60i. The M appearance package also makes a major difference in the looks of the base X5. The one I drove didn't look anything like that one. Personally, I wouldn't trade my X4 M4OI on a base X5. Sorry. And that's not a dis
What are you going to with the extra hp? I don’t live near a race track and I value keeping my drivers license. The 40i is actually plenty quick for “real world” driving. That’s opposed to delusional world driving. Beam me over to the autobahn Scottie!
Great review. Wish they still made the five series sedan version of the M60i that they sold 2018 and a few years after. Make me one with conventional gauge cluster and infotainment controls instead of the goofy screens and some reasonably sized wheels that can survive urban roads (20 in, 19in better) with non run flats, and I will be glad to sign up.
I don’t understand the prices. They weren’t mentioned in the video, and no decision was made on which vehicle to buy. Started out Pros and Cons and got 1 deep then heard nothing else about them!
@@HawkeyeRidesyes same engine, but handling is different universe. I tried both M60i and X5M and it is not even close. X5M is very stiff but handling is perfect, does not feel like a heavy SUV. Price-wise I cannot justify paying premium for M60i which is not a real M car, product of marketing
@vladovsiannikov1059 I have a comparison between the two, finishing up the edits and from driving all of them for a few years now I didn’t see that much of a difference beside it being the most firm ride and the seats are not as soft. The Corning is so close but because of the extra power off the line, you feel it but it’s a huge price gap for little difference which I don’t think anyone will ever use on a track.
How on earth a tall man like yourself and with family, would go with X5 over X7 when second row space is almost null??? It is an unusable vehicle for more than 2 if you have children in their child seats. A passat for example has double the leg room in the back
@HawkeyeRides I have the same height, two children of 5 and 11 and my 5 years old boy sits behind me with his feet on the back of the seat. It is exactly a palm between backrest of the seat and the bench . I m very upset because I really like the X5 . For comparison the GLE has 10 (TEN!!) cm more legroom than X5. Thanks for replying me.
@@donwilber1628 no you're not. I had 2 X5 at extensive drive test for over a week in total. Also a X7 for two days. The difference is massive. Also, the x7 seemed to brake more linear and the auto braking system(adaptive driving) was more intuitive. Also, the X7 is a quieter car. Both have issues with seats sat because they give arse pain, even though they had comfort plus seats and both X7 and X5 have issues with aircon. just my 2 cents
I have just ordered the 2025 X5 m40i and i test drove it 3 times, comparing it to the m60i.. in my opinion I don't think the m60i performance justify the price/reliability/fuel-con vs 40i. B58 engine is a beast i would not need more Power especially for an SUV. Unless you really love the exhaust sound u get with M60i.
To each it's own but both are great vehicles congratulations with your new X5
Got the 40i and passed on the m60i despite the V8 to save money and 40i was fast enough for me.
@@davidstevenson2188 nothing wrong with that they are both awesome vehicles congratulations
Yeah 40i was not much different from m50 for regular person (not sure about new M60) plus the gas mileage on 40i is awesome! Performance is really not necessary in family SUV and rather go for comfort with smaller wheels
(great ride quality)
I did the same 2024 X5 . Who needs a bigger engine , not like I am revving every day
@@bryandsouza9905 I always want a bigger engine. That said, the B58 is stellar and the 375/398 (HP/Tqe) is pretty darn fun. Plus you can always tune it after warranty expires to get much, much more. Very little to complain about with the 40i.
@@donsloan2075 Point taken . I am a guy to whom 0 to 60 isn’t important. I love the gas mileage I get from my X5 40i . What I love most about BMW’s is the tech , great ride . Just love the 2024 , it is my third .
I traded my M4 comp in for the 2025 BMWX5 60i. Don't make me regret it BMW! Plus I needed something that I could drive in the rain,snow,sleet,hail.
@@sabbybreeze7801 they are awesome
Куда Вы собрались ездить в град ? очень интересно...
Have a 40i 2020, M sport brakes & suspension, fully loaded with crystal 💎 cut knobs n dials 🔥🔥🔥 Love it..
watching your videos I like to see the extra performance these cars have tho 🥃🏁🏁🏁🏁
@@richbenz4246 they are awesome and feel free to check them out with other videos. I show performance in all of them that why the camera zigzags on the turns 👍
@@HawkeyeRidesthanks 👍🏽 🥃🥃
Excellent review appreciate the hard work you put into this review
Thank you Vincent
Thank you for this review! I was looking for someone to compare the two on youtube. The M60i seems worth the extra money for the performance and suspension features
@@timsmith1122 it is the sweet spot and it’s an engine you can tune to have at least the M Comp hp if not more 👍
Pretty sure the cooling components are not the same so tuning it to high HP not only voids warranty but is also not supported as it is for the X5 M. Not to mention that body roll.
@@bluestfalcon419 if you do any upgrades at a motor sports shop they will add what is needed
The 40i has a 0-60 in under 5 seconds (per C/D) which is very quick for an SUV. But if that’s not enough for your needs, then go with the M60i. Other than that, they’re basically the same. A similarly-specified 40i with the same M Sport options as the M60i is about $16K less. What that $16K buys you, other than a 3.9 second 0-60 time, is S68 bragging rights, a sportier exhaust note, and a couple of M badges.
With m rear diff and upgraded suspension plus a few other goods but if that’s not what a persons looking for keep the saving as both are awesome vehicles 👍
It also gives you the option of the Bowers and Wilkins diamond stereo. I wish BMW hadn’t shifted all of their top tier stereos to the M models. I’d rather have a more plush ride *and * the BW Diamond system.
That’s a tough call but I have the N63 M50I and an x3M40i and that V8 is pretty dang sweet and the B58 felt great before I got the M50I
They are awesome
If you have the updated X3 M40i with 382hp, they run very similar 1/4 mile times. The X3 is even quicker off idle when you floor it. It has a different powerband rather than the V8, so you'll feel the main power in the mid high rpm range, whereas the M50i is more focused on low-mid range power.
Anyone know whether one can order these without a hole or glass panel shyte in the roof.
For what I see it is std.
www.bmwusa.com/build-your-own.html#/studio/fhd702g6/options
The M60's hot V engine is a ticking time bomb to start burning oil and causing other problems due to all the heat. If I were leasing, the m60i... if I'm buying, the xdrive40i all day (the b58 engine is just way more reliable).
Thanks for your insight 👍
Me too..just had a choice between a 22 X6 M50 with 30k miles or a 24 X4 M40 with 13 miles 😮..both $69k...the B58 will give me yrs of worry free fun..but damn that V8 was sweet..chose the x4
@@TheBlazeboy69 thanks for sharing and congratulations
I wish I could talk about buying a X5M50i
Not even. It's the same engine used in my '22 M550i, and several other vehicles, and quite reliable.
I own a G80 M4 comp and a 2024 X5 M60i. My wife has the X7 40I and there is a big difference in the performance, but you really cant go wrong with the X5 40i for that money. Only thing better than the X5 M60i is the Cayenne GTS that is about to release, but thats another $35k.
@@Marc-nc9yv that is a good point
Can we expect any new changes for 2026 X5 x40i? If not when will be a next generation X5?
It should be updated 2027 but we might see it early 26 and the US market looks like we are keeping the v8 😁
Do you have a pic of the center console for air suspension with the M60i???
I’m sure I have something but I can not send messages like this on TH-cam
When I put it in sport mode you will see it drop lower on the video and in the interior I show the center console
Nice! Is there a difference in comfort mode in both????
Because the x5 had the m sport it was very close. If you option it more base the xdrive is smoother but not by much as BMW is normally a sporty luxury drive.
Yea but the m60 fuel consumption will be a lot more than the 40i including maintenance fees
Maintenance is about the same and gas consumption just depends on how much you’re racing. My family has an M50i and when driving regular we’re getting over 20 MPG‘s combined 👍
Good Points
m60i is a lease , 40i is a much better buy if you want to own it.
@@Iwo26 thanks for your input 👍
Great review Anthony. The m60i is the hands down choice for sure. That exhaust note and the growl of the engine are just amazing. My X5 had the non turbo 6 and it was slow I did not have the extra 10 grand for the 8. We only hit 101 here but we are going to have what's looking like a really nasty heatwave. It looked like some rain was coming on your side and I hope that you are doing great!
My brother bought the m50i right before the m60i came out which I tell all my friends and family talk to me before you buy lol. I would go m60i but it’s expensive 😁. It was 96 today and the rain came around 4pm but not as much as yesterday. For the rest of the week the weather looks cooler and rainy. Hopefully it cools down for you guys that is hot. Happy Monday James
@@HawkeyeRides Glad to hear that you guys will have some cooler weather. My neighbor helped me put a portable AC in my bedroom today . I usually don't use AC at night but there are some nights that are just too hot. Happy Monday Anthony and have a good one.
@@jameswalsh6131 that’s good your neighbors help out, I’m close with my neighbors too. I started running ceiling fans at night which helps a lot on these hotter days but the a/c when it’s over 100 is a must. I hope the weather gets cooler for you James
I have a 2023 X4 M4OI it came with a service agreement. The last service they gave me a X5 40i. On paper, my X4 had 7 more horsepower on paper. Under my foot, there's a major difference in acceleration.
From the x4m40i yes it is a major difference as well as the x5 base. The x5m60i is a v8 twin turbo with over 500hp the others are under 400hp 👍
@HawkeyeRides I wasn't dissing the X5. I'm just trying to help the people watching to make a decision on what they want. If you're looking to buy it for Performance, style, and luxury. You don't want the base model. Get the M60i. The M appearance package also makes a major difference in the looks of the base X5. The one I drove didn't look anything like that one. Personally, I wouldn't trade my X4 M4OI on a base X5. Sorry. And that's not a dis
I wasn’t think that but I appreciate you clarifying
Do they come with 3rd row seat? What’s the difference between the X5M50i and X5M60i?
No more third row, I state it in the review, the m50i uses the n63 engine and the m60i uses the m engine s68 which includes a mild hybrid.
What are you going to with the extra hp? I don’t live near a race track and I value keeping my drivers license. The 40i is actually plenty quick for “real world” driving. That’s opposed to delusional world driving. Beam me over to the autobahn Scottie!
@@your_royal_highness they are both awesome 👍
Great review. Wish they still made the five series sedan version of the M60i that they sold 2018 and a few years after. Make me one with conventional gauge cluster and infotainment controls instead of the goofy screens and some reasonably sized wheels that can survive urban roads (20 in, 19in better) with non run flats, and I will be glad to sign up.
@@brianbarbe9646 I agree the m550i was awesome 👍
Own a 2023 X M50i...excellent choice...
@@altenburg55 they are awesome
40i - 👍
It’s an awesome vehicle
Execelete!
Obrigado!
They are awesome
I don’t understand the prices. They weren’t mentioned in the video, and no decision was made on which vehicle to buy. Started out Pros and Cons and got 1 deep then heard nothing else about them!
With in the first 2-15 seconds the msrp is shown, I gave my options but it’s up to you which is best and I do say which one I like more 👍
1 turbo (b58) vs 2 turbo’s (s68)
That is correct
Have the m60 night and day. Only reason we didn’t do the comp. 30k more and that M interior sucked in my opinion
@@MAWorld247 congratulations and thanks for sharing
Not sure if bro is talking too fast. I hear him but only pick up just bits of what he is saying
You can use closed caption to help 👍
Torn between Carbon black or Tanzanite Blue II ❤️
That’s a hard one because they are both awesome colors
@@HawkeyeRides I bought X5 LCI- petrol mica colour. Awesome.
@kamils7075 congratulations
@@HawkeyeRides Thank you. Greetings from Poland !
bro did the 60 dirty by not lifting it so it looked smaller
V8 it that you buy for you only, you will go with better smile to the grocery store.
I agree
hmm... i don't think that the m60i will get me to the grocery store any faster
@@janibeg3247 then the xdrive40i is for you 👍
I got 2020 x5 M50i fully loaded and in my opinion is better than both of these. The only thing that changes here is the curve screen.
@@robertoramirez6504 congratulations they are awesome
Got myself 40i which makes much more sense than m50i. If I go M it will be full M not some fake m performance bullshit
@@vladovsiannikov1059 the m60i has the same engine but congratulations with your BMW
@@HawkeyeRidesyes same engine, but handling is different universe. I tried both M60i and X5M and it is not even close. X5M is very stiff but handling is perfect, does not feel like a heavy SUV.
Price-wise I cannot justify paying premium for M60i which is not a real M car, product of marketing
@vladovsiannikov1059 I have a comparison between the two, finishing up the edits and from driving all of them for a few years now I didn’t see that much of a difference beside it being the most firm ride and the seats are not as soft. The Corning is so close but because of the extra power off the line, you feel it but it’s a huge price gap for little difference which I don’t think anyone will ever use on a track.
@@HawkeyeRidesthank you for your input, will be interesting to watch your comparison between M60i and X5M
@@vladovsiannikov1059 you’re welcome
Xdrive 50e is better than both.
That is an awesome trim
How on earth a tall man like yourself and with family, would go with X5 over X7 when second row space is almost null??? It is an unusable vehicle for more than 2 if you have children in their child seats.
A passat for example has double the leg room in the back
We fit fine my son is 6’2 and I’m 6’3
@HawkeyeRides I have the same height, two children of 5 and 11 and my 5 years old boy sits behind me with his feet on the back of the seat. It is exactly a palm between backrest of the seat and the bench . I m very upset because I really like the X5 . For comparison the GLE has 10 (TEN!!) cm more legroom than X5.
Thanks for replying me.
Unless your driver and back seat passenger are 7' tall, you'll still have plenty of room in both the front and back.
@@donwilber1628 no you're not. I had 2 X5 at extensive drive test for over a week in total.
Also a X7 for two days. The difference is massive. Also, the x7 seemed to brake more linear and the auto braking system(adaptive driving) was more intuitive.
Also, the X7 is a quieter car.
Both have issues with seats sat because they give arse pain, even though they had comfort plus seats and both X7 and X5 have issues with aircon. just my 2 cents
Don’t bother buying these cars customer service suckss!!!!!! Tires cost a lot just not worth over all the hype. Never getting a bmw ever again!
@@tonyburry9036 which model do you have?
Mi PIACE MOLTO GRAZIE MILLE TH-cam BMW X5 MANDA 2025 GRAZIE MILLE TH-cam AMEN
Your welcome
😂the cheaper is the cheerful
@@maceykimberly7659 they are both new
X6 M60i is better lol
They are nice vehicles 👍
They are the same
@@mubirudenis809 the performance is what makes the m60i but most of the aesthetics will be the same.
None of them
@@MrNanah38 it’s not everyone’s cup of tea 👍