2025 BMW X5 vs 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

$66,300 · Crossover

$57,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 BMW X5 and the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser is the $9,100 MSRP gap, positioning the Land Cruiser at $57,200 versus the X5’s $66,300. Performance metrics show the X5 leads in raw power with 375 horsepower compared to the Land Cruiser’s 326 hp, although the Toyota compensates with a substantial 465 lb-ft of torque versus BMW’s 398 lb-ft. Fuel economy slightly favors the X5, achieving 25 MPG combined against the Land Cruiser’s 23 MPG combined, despite the BMW being Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and the Toyota featuring standard Four-Wheel Drive (4WD). Size differences are notable, with the Land Cruiser standing 75.7 inches tall (versus the X5’s 69.1 inches) and offering significantly more utility, boasting 46.2 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the X5’s 33.9 cubic feet. Both vehicles mandate premium unleaded fuel.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW X5

The BMW X5 provides superior fuel efficiency at 25 MPG combined compared to the Land Cruiser's 23 MPG combined, making it marginally more economical for daily travel.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2026 Land Cruiser offers substantially more usable space with 46.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, significantly exceeding the X5’s 33.9 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 BMW X5

The 2025 BMW X5 delivers higher peak engine output with 375 horsepower versus the Land Cruiser's 326 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser undercuts the BMW X5 by $9,100 while offering standard 4WD and greater cargo volume.

Choose the BMW X5 if...

You prioritize higher horsepower, with the X5 offering 375 hp.
Your driving requires better city fuel economy, achieving 23 MPG city.
You prefer a narrower vehicle profile, measuring 78.9 inches wide versus the Land Cruiser's width.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

You require the maximum utility from 46.2 cubic feet of cargo space.
You prioritize low-end pulling power, as the Land Cruiser produces 465 lb-ft of torque.
You need standard Four-Wheel Drive capability paired with a lower entry MSRP of $57,200.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW X5	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	194.3"	196.4"
Width	78.9"	77.9"
Height	69.1"	75.7"
Wheelbase	117.1"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5200 rpm	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm	465 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/27 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	503.7/591.3 mi.	393.8/447.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.9 gal.	17.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	—
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	205W	—
Speaker System	10	6
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Toyota
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Front Head Room	40.8 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	39.8 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.0 in.	58.5 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	55.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	59.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	57.0 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	18 x 7.0 in
Tire Size	275/45R	245/70R18
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Tire Type	—	All Season
Spare Tire Type	—	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	2 yr./ 25000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW X5 and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Which vehicle offers better off-road capability based on these specs?

The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser features standard Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) and is significantly taller at 75.7 inches, suggesting better ground clearance and capability compared to the RWD BMW X5.

How significant is the performance difference between the two engines?

The BMW X5 has a 49 hp advantage (375 hp vs. 326 hp), but the Land Cruiser compensates with 67 more lb-ft of torque (465 vs. 398), which often translates to better towing or initial acceleration feel.

Do both vehicles require the same fuel type?

Yes, both the 2025 BMW X5 and the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser mandate the use of premium unleaded fuel according to their listed specifications.

Is the size difference substantial for parking?

The Land Cruiser is 2.1 inches longer (196.4 inches) and 6.6 inches taller (75.7 inches) than the X5, making its larger footprint potentially more noticeable in tight urban parking structures.

What is the direct trade-off for saving $9,100 with the Land Cruiser?

By choosing the $57,200 Land Cruiser over the $66,300 X5, the buyer sacrifices 2 MPG combined and 49 peak horsepower, while gaining 12.3 cubic feet of cargo space.

Are the transmissions comparable between the two models?

Both vehicles utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, suggesting similar philosophies regarding gear management and driver engagement options.