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2024 BMW

XM

Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo

BMW XM: best and worst years
2024 BMW XM

Closest available photo (2023 model year); you're viewing the 2024.

2023 photoWikisympathisantCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Powertrain
Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel
Premium and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio
3.63
Cyl
8EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Motor kW
145EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
17 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG City
12 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG Comb
14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
CO₂
244 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Eco Score
7/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
300 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Range per hour (240V)
43 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
7EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
201 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
79 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
69 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
122 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
6,063 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
5
Owner complaints
7

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • SERVICE BRAKES20%
  • STEERING20%
  • WHEELS20%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10%
  • ENGINE10%
  • SUSPENSION10%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 10 total.

BMW XM: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

72 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 5, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB652025

    After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.

  • Apr 6, 2026SUSPENSIONB320123

    When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.

  • Mar 11, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB120326

    BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025.

  • Feb 17, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERB061826

    Mirror Seal Return

  • Jan 15, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB060126

    Power Kit Electronics Return

  • Dec 18, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB641325

    When performing a vehicle test, diagnostic trouble code “ 8013FE Software run time error” is found in theIHKA module. If this fault is set for two consecutive life cycles, it will turn on the check engine light on vehicles with an I-level lower than 24-11-570. This fault memory entry does not cause an impairment of functionality of the automatic air conditioningsystem.

  • Oct 31, 2025ENGINEB120224

    RSU availability. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC

  • Oct 29, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB612824

    RSU availability. Due to a software error in the BCP, the Calibration Identification Number (CAL ID) and the CalibrationVerification Number (CVN) of the vehicle are not stored correctly. They are generated with eachprogramming session and are used to identify official BMW software.

  • and 64 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.