2016 BMW X5 Depreciation

A 10-year-old 2016 BMW X5 has lost about 78.9% of its roughly $57,000 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $13,647, with most listings between $9,484 and $20,590. Listed examples average 110,432 miles.

BMW X5 exterior
Image: Auto Reliability Index

2016 BMW X5 Price by Mileage

What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.

50k–75k mi
$20,590· 12 listings
75k–100k mi
$14,740· 14 listings
100k–130k mi
$12,888· 19 listings
Over 130k mi
$9,450· 14 listings

How Mileage Affects 2016 BMW X5 Price

Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.

2016 BMW X5 median price by mileage band
MileageMedian priceListings
50k–75k mi$20,59012
75k–100k mi$14,74014
100k–130k mi$12,88819
Over 130k mi$9,45014

What's a Good Price for a 2016 BMW X5?

Great deal

Under $11,219

Typical

$11,219$16,846

Overpriced

Above $16,846

Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.

Price Spread

Range across 60 listings.

Low $8,986High $21,990

Half of all listings fall between $11,219 and $16,846, with a median of $13,647.

Ownership & Condition

Across 60 2016 BMW X5 listings.

Accident-free

25%

One-owner

0%

Avg owners

2.4

Personal use

50%

2016 BMW X5 Efficiency & Specs

EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.

Combined

21 MPG

City / Hwy

18 / 24

Fuel / year

$3,850

Fuel

Premium

Engine

4.4L 8-cyl

EPA class

Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Depreciation by Trim

See how each 2016 BMW X5 trim holds its value.

TrimFuelMSRPMedian ResaleDepreciationListings
xDrive40eHybrid$62,100$17,51478.8%8
xDrive35iGasoline$57,000$13,19579.3%35
sDrive35iGasoline$54,700$12,45080.1%10
xDrive50iGasoline$71,500$14,30080.2%5

How the 2016 BMW X5 Compares to Other Years

At 78.9% depreciation, the 2016 BMW X5 sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2017 has lost 74.3% (around $19,997), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $6,350 more. The older 2015 sits at 79.4% (around $14,545). Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.

Safety Ratings

NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2016 BMW X5.

Overall
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover

View full NHTSA report

Known Issues & Complaints

70 NHTSA complaints, 5 recalls reported.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

13 complaints

Spontaneous sunroof shatter.

1 crash

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

11 complaints

The component that failed appears to be the hybrid propulsion and charging system, including the high-voltage battery management system and/or integrated charging electronics. The vehicle will not accept a charge from any home or public cha

POWER TRAIN

9 complaints

Fuel injectors, transfer case prop shaft

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

7 complaints

The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5 PHEV. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), but the failure persisted. The contact stated that a month after the repairs were completed

AIR BAGS

4 complaints

During a recent auto collision my airbags did not deploy. I swerved to avoid another vehicle entering the intersection from my left, he hit my rear left driver's side quarter panel and I subsequently hit a tree. This was noted by the parame

1 crash2 injuries

ENGINE

4 complaints

I am reporting a safety issue related to the BMW recall 18V-755 affecting the EGR cooler on my 2016 BMW X5 diesel. My vehicle experienced symptoms consistent with a failing EGR cooler, including coolant loss and engine warning lights. Despi

Top Issues

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • POWER TRAIN
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • AIR BAGS

Buyer Red Flags

  • !Recall 18V755000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING): BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2
  • !Recall 21V907000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL): BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDr
  • !Recall 21V586000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL): BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles.
  • !Recall 16V919000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 X5 xDrive40e vehicles manufactured July 29, 2015, to September 9, 2015. The affected vehicles have a Digital Mo

2016 BMW X5 Listings

Real 2016 X5 listings on the market now.

Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 2016 BMW X5 worth?

A 2016 BMW X5 is typically worth around $13,647, with most listings falling between $9,484 and $20,590. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 110,432 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.

How much has the 2016 BMW X5 depreciated?

The 2016 BMW X5 has lost about 78.9% of its original $57,000 base MSRP — roughly $44,973 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.

How many miles does a used 2016 X5 have?

Listed 2016 X5s average about 110,432 miles, with most between 69,235 and 146,245. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.

What is a good price for a 2016 BMW X5?

For a 2016 BMW X5, anything under $11,219 is a strong deal, $11,219 to $16,846 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $16,846 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.

Methodology

Figures for the 2016 BMW X5 are computed from 60 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated June 2026.