Zilizotumika BMW X5 inauzwa

BMW X5 is always one of the best options for people looking for a perfect SUV. This is because the car has a strong performance from both models, comfortable and luxurious cabin that lives up to its price tag and roomy cabin and cargo space.

Therefore, there is no doubt that many people are hunting for either a new or used BMW X5 for sale at present. If you are one of them, the professional BMW X5 review below might be useful for you. Don’t miss it out!

Essential Things You Need To Know Before Buying A Used BMW X5 For Sale

1. Overview and history

Strengths:

• Seats provide all-day support
• Spacious and luxurious cabin
• A strong performance from both models
• Nimble handling
• Powerful available V8 engine

Weaknesses:

• Wide door sills inhibit entry and exit
• Optional third-row seats are confining
• Some competitor cabins are more attractive

The BMW X5 is a mid-size, rear-wheel drive luxury SUV manufactured by BMW from 1999 to present. During many years, the car has undergone 4 generations with many improvements to stay attractive in customers’ eyes.

At the time the X5 was first introduced, it was known as the first SUV of BMW and it also featured all-wheel drive and was offered with either automatic or manual transmission. The first generation (E53) ended in 2006 to make room for the second generation. In 2006, the second generation X5 (E70) was released, coming with the torque-split capable xDrive all-wheel drive system paired with an automatic transmission. In 2009, the BMW X5 M performance debuted as a 2010 model.

BMW launched the BMW X5 as an SAV (Sport Activity Vehicle) rather than an SUV, to underline its on-road ability in spite of its size. The X5 also heralded the shift from light truck-based body-on-frame SUVs to crossovers underpinned by unibody car platforms which would come to fruition in the late 2000s, like the Lexus RX 300. Among German luxury manufacturers, whereas the BMW X5 had been beaten by the Mercedes-Benz M-Class by a year, the X5 was the first to utilize a unibody chassis while the M-Class utilized a light truck platform until its second generation. Whereas the Lexus RX is built based on the Toyota Camry mass market sedan, the BMW X5 have many things in common with the BMW 5 Series performance luxury sedan.

2. Generations review

First generation (E53; 1999–2006)

The first generation BMW X was made from 1999 to 2006. The car was manufactured while BMW owned Land Rover and gained from company technology. It shared the Range Rover HSE’s Off Road Engine Management system and Hill Descent System, and the electronic system and engine of the BMW E39 5 series. Therefore, the earlier X5 models can be updated with newer BMW technologies (such as Bluetooth phone connectivity).

The first generation BMW X5 was available in many engine options, including diesel, gasoline (petrol) inline-6s and V8s engines.

In 2003, a facelifted version was introduced for the 2004 model year.

Second generation (E70; 2006–2013)

The second generation BMW X5 (known as BMW E70) started in 2006 and ceased in 2013. This generation came with many new features such as a standard BMW’s iDrive system and optional 3-rd row seat increasing passenger capacity to seven.

The branding for the X5 from late 2008 onwards follows the new BMW nomenclature scheme, for instance the X5 3.0si is now known as the X5 xDrive30i, and the X5 4.8i is known as the X5 xDrive48i. In 2010 BMW supplemented the new CIC hard drive iDrive system to replace the DVD based CCC system.

In 2009, along with the BMW 335 sedan, the xDrive35d diesel engine variant of the BMW X5 was made available for sale in the United States and Canada.

At the New York Auto Show in April 2009, the BMW X5 M high performance variant was unveiled, and it was available for sale as a 2010 model in BMW dealerships in September 2009. The BMW X5 M uses the same powertrain as the BMW X6 M, featuring the first M Power V8 Turbo, 555 hp (414 kW) and 550 Ib ft (680 Nm) of torque, and has M Dynamic Performance Control to improve handling.

In 2011, a facelifted version of the E70 X5 was introduced and known as the LCI update.

Third generation (F15; 2013–2018)

In 2013, the third generation X5 crossover was launched and called the BMW F15.

It uses the same wheelbase and same chassis of previous generation and introduced with an initial choice of three engines: a 450 hp V8 petrol engine (xDrive50i) and two six-cylinder in-line diesel units, creating 258 hp with one turbo (xDrive30d) and 381 hp with three turbos (M50d M Performance), respectively.

In December 2013, more engine options are available, including xDrive35i, xDrive40d, and for the first time two four-cylinder engines sDrive25d and xDrive25d (with two-wheel transmission).

In the later years, a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) a xDrive40e with twin turbo inline 4 cylinders was added. Also in the xDrive40e an electric 83kW motor peak, 55kW continuous use with 9kWh 351V Lithium-ion battery pack.

Fourth generation (G05; 2018–present)

The fourth generation, known as G05 X5 was launched in 2018. It is based on the new Cluster Architecture (CLAR) platform shared with other BMW models.

All 2019 BMW X5 models are available with xDrive all-wheel drive only, whereas an sDrive (rear-wheel drive) X5 will be added to the lineup as a 2020 model.

Initial engine options include:

• B57 inline-6 turbodiesel
• N63 V8 petrol
• B58 turbocharged inline-6 petrol

3. Used BMW X5 price

On used car markets, a used BMW X5 for sale is available at the price range from $16,000 to $60,000 depending upon model, condition and mileage.