Overview & Reviews

This year, BMW will finally offer a DVD-based navigation system, though you must still give up the in-dash CD player if you opt for nav. Besides that, rear head protection airbags (optional last year) are now standard, as is an interesting new safety item called a brakeforce display -- during emergency braking situations, an extra set of rear brake lights will illuminate to warn motorists behind you. If you order the optional adjustable ride height suspension package, it no longer precludes the addition of the sport package. On the inside, new Dakota leather replaces the familiar Montana leather upholstery (it's optional on the 3.0i model and standard on the 4.4i). Individual model changes include a body-colored tailgate handle for any 3.0i equipped with the sport or premium package, and V-rated tires and an unlimited top speed for any sport package-equipped 4.4i.

• Rides and drives like a BMW sedan, wide range of engine choices, top safety scores, high-end cabin furnishings.

• Limited off-road abilities, less interior volume than a 5 Series wagon, price goes up quickly with options, lousy fuel economy in the city.

User Reviews:

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  An honest X5 review - 2003 BMW X5
  By burts_dog - June 2 - 1:59 pm

  Took a chance buying a used 2003 X5 4.6 with over 80,000 miles. Have put around 3,000 miles on it so far. Not a commuter car. Best as a hot rod Sunday driver or to the lake towing 2 wave runners or a boat. Horrible radio. Youll want to totally replace the radio head unit so factor in about $1,000 for that if you DIY. Very nice seats. Fit and finish for 2003 exceptional. Ride too harsh for most people, but lower tire pressure will help. One thing critics overlook is that this machine was built to tow 6,000 pounds! So much power. Quick at 0-60 in 6.5. More than you will ever use. Could you take this car to 300K? Maybe, if you are gentle. But prepare to pay the $. Its really a 2nd car.

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  good - 2003 BMW X5
  By digital - November 28 - 10:00 am

  Just a daily driver.

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  Great Car - 2003 BMW X5
  By Matt Riley - November 9 - 10:00 am

  After I purchased this vehicle, I was really excited. It drives just like my 5 series and has the same wheelbase too. The sport suspension is a little rough, but worth it because you get all the extras. The 18" rims look great and so do the chrome exaust tips. This is an AWESOME vehicle and I would recomend that you go and test drive one at your local dealership.

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  my x5 3.0i - 2003 BMW X5
  By robert martin - October 23 - 10:00 am

  too new to say mush. good so far.

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  Excelent - 2003 BMW X5
  By cee - October 23 - 10:00 am

  I love this SAV

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  2003 BMW X5, 4.4i - 2003 BMW X5
  By tfagerskog - October 16 - 10:00 am

  Just an awesome driving and ownership experience (first 4 years of maintenance are included!). The ride is amazing as is the zippy acceleration. The interior is what you would expect from a first class manufacturer. Excellent styling and craftsmanship. Just a joy to drive.

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  Doesnt need to get any better. - 2003 BMW X5
  By Spike & Alan - October 16 - 10:00 am

  The first thing I noticed about driving this vehicle is how safe and secure you feel. One needs to set the cruise control during hiway driving to keep it under 90 miles per hour without realizing it! I like everything about it.

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  BMW X5 - 2003 BMW X5
  By FRANK SICILIANO - October 16 - 10:00 am

  IVE OWNED MANY LUXURY VEHICLES FROM JAGUAR TO CADILLAC TO BMW AND ILL TAKE THE BMER OVER ALL OF EM! NOW THIS SUV IS EVERYTHING MY 5 SERIES WAS + ALL THE FEATURES OF A MID-SIZE SUV. CANT BEAT IT!

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  My truck - 2003 BMW X5
  By B.J. - October 16 - 10:00 am

  Great vehicle. Ive owned Bravadas, Tahoes, Blazers, Jeep Grand Cherokee. This is the best. Many comments from others--they want one!

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  Other SUVs should make one too.. - 2003 BMW X5
  By FANtAsTIC - September 15 - 2:00 am

  The best performance I have had in an SUV, have had a Suburban, loved that, had a Chrysler ML, hated it!, but now this is brand new, and the best one out there. Gas mileage not the best, but then with SUVs I have become accustomed to that fact. Other than that, the best fit/finish, the most masculine looking yet highest style out of all. Definitely not a minivan trying to be an SUV. Wouldnt even consider anything else now as a replacement when its time for a new car.