The 2016 BMW X5 is a midsize luxury SUV offering a high level of comfort and sporty performance. Available in four trims: sDrive35i, xDrive35i, xDrive35d and xDrive50i. Both sDrive35i and xDrive35i feature a 300-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine, while xDrive35d sports a 255-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel inline-six, and xDrive50i gets a powerful 445-hp turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine. An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard across the lineup, with sDrive35i proposing a RWD layout and the rest offering BMW's xDrive AWD system. The X5 includes standard safety features such as stability and traction control, along with a suite of airbags. Infotainment needs are catered to by a 10.2-inch display, navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, and the iDrive interface. The 2016 X5 also introduces a plug-in hybrid model (xDrive40e), revolutionizing the lineup with eco-friendly driving options.