The BMW X5 remote control key fob has had 4 different key fob variants since it’s introduction in 1999. The early models used the Diamond Shape Key, then moved to the Rectangular Shape Key, and finally the Sleek Slant Shaped Key along with the optional fancy Display Key. For other models, see the all BMW Key Fob Batteries page.
Jump to Year: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, Comfort Access: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, Comfort Access: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
| Model | Trims | Years | Key Fob Type | Key SubType | Rechargeable? Ease of change | Battery | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E53 X5 | 3.0i, 3.0d, 4.4i, 4.6is, 4.8is | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | Diamond Shaped Key | Yes, Requires solder, soldering gun, and rechargeable battery with legs to replace | VL2020 3v | Check on Amazon | |
| E70 X5 | 3.0si, xDrive30i, xDrive35i, xDrive40i, 4.8i, xDrive48i, xDrive50i, M, 3.0d, xDrive30d, 3.0sd, xDrive35d, xDrive30d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | Rectangular Shaped Key | Comfort Access | No. Easy to change battery | CR2032 | Check on Amazon |
| E70 X5 | 3.0si, xDrive30i, xDrive35i, xDrive40i, 4.8i, xDrive48i, xDrive50i, M, 3.0d, xDrive30d, 3.0sd, xDrive35d, xDrive30d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | Rectangular Shaped Key | Non Comfort Access | Yes, Requires solder, soldering gun, and rechargeable battery with legs to replace | VL2020 3v | Check on Amazon |
| F15 X5 | xDrive35i, xDrive50i, xDrive40e, sDrive25d, xDrive25d, xDrive30d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | Sleek Slant Shaped Key | No. Easy to change battery | CR2032 | Check on Amazon | |
| G05 X5 | X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive45e, X5 xDrive30d, X5 M50d | 2019 | Sleek Slant Shaped Key | No. Easy to change battery | CR2032 | Check on Amazon | |
| G05 X5 | X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive45e, X5 xDrive30d, X5 M50d | 2019 | Display Key | Yes. But larger li-ion battery not available yet | 3.7 V, li ion rechargeable polymer battery 1.97 Wh, 535 mah |
How To Replace the E53 BMW X5 (1999-2005) Key Fob Remote Control Battery
The E53 X5 model uses the older Diamond Key shape key remote that contains a single rechargeable battery. This is more complicated to replace as the battery must be removed with a soldering gun after tearing apart the key. The new VL2020 battery with legs is then re-soldered on. It can be done and the battery itself is cheap.
Battery: VL2020
How To Replace the E70 BMW X5 (2006-2013) Comfort Access Key Fob Remote Control Battery
Battery: CR2032
Fob Type: Comfort Access
Here’s a video on how to replace the CR2032 battery inside the comfort access version of your X5:
Buy CR 2032 Replacement Battery on Amazon
How To Replace the E70 BMW X5 (2006-2013) Non-Comfort Access Key Fob Remote Control Battery
Battery: VL2020
Fob Type: Non-Comfort Access
Here’s a video on how to replace the VL2020 rechargeable battery inside the non-comfort access version of your X5:
Buy VL 2020 Replacement Battery on Amazon
How To Replace the F15 BMW X5 (2014-2018) Key Fob Remote Control Battery
Battery: CR2032
Fob Type: Sleek Slant Shaped
For model years 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 the Sleek Slant Shaped key fob is an easy one to change the battery on:
Buy CR 2032 Replacement Battery on Amazon
How To Replace the G05 BMW X5 (2019+) Key Fob Remote Control Battery
Battery: CR2032
Fob Type: Sleek Slant Shaped
If you don’t get the newer display key, this is an easy key fob to change in the G05 X5: