Overview & Reviews

Front lumbar supports and automatic climate control are now standard on all models, while the 4.4i gets standard park distance control. The optional auto-dimming rearview mirror now includes a digital compass. High-gloss dark wood trim is standard on the 3.0i and replaces high-gloss light wood trim as standard on the 4.4i. Anthracite wood trim and high-gloss light wood trim are available at no extra charge.

• Rides and drives like a BMW sedan, multiple drivetrain choices, top safety scores, high-end cabin furnishings.

• Not much cargo space, lousy fuel economy for a car-based SUV, expensive option packages.

User Reviews:

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  "Certified" means nothing - 2005 BMW X5
  By sad customer - August 11 - 9:31 am

  This is my first BMW to ever own and was super excited when we were told it was ours. However, after being told several times that when you buy "certified" it is like buying brand new. After 1 month, brake pads are grinding. After 3 months, oil, brake, and coolant lights all come on. The motor for the mirrors breaks and to top it all off...the BMW logo on the front of the car falls right off. I do live in Tx and I know its hot, but really? I am trying to get rid of it now. Oh, and the best part, it did qualify as a "Cash for Clunker" vehicle. Great!

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  BMW Lover - 2005 BMW X5
  By BMW Lover - July 30 - 10:16 am

  i purchased my x5 used and love it. fun to drive. had no problem so far.

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  Better than all the rest. - 2005 BMW X5
  By bennette - July 29 - 8:22 pm

  This vehicle truly lives up to its nickname the ultimate driving machine. From the time I first sat in this vehicle it has done nothing but impress me. I love to drive it, I find myself making excuses to run errands just to drive it. Also I have not one problem. I will only drive BMWs from now on.

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  Best Damn SUV out there - 2005 BMW X5
  By deep - July 24 - 2:20 am

  Great SUV. this is my second one. The 4.4 has great power but a little more pricy than the 3.0. Great feel and handle. The sports package is a little more bumpier but that maybe the feel you desire. If you desire a softer feel you may want to choose the one with out the sports package. Eitherway, Great auto. NO PROBLEMS at all. I drove my old 3.0 leased x5 to the ground with no maintanence for about 2 years. It still felt and functioned as if it was new. Cant beat the looks and the bmw 7 series engine that this has. A MUST HAVE!!!

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  Junk - 2005 BMW X5
  By Gianmarco - July 17 - 2:09 pm

  I had a Dodge Durango 2001 before this x5 and never had a problem with it. The x5 is the worst car I had - it leaks from the roof when it rains took it back to the dealer to get it fixed so many times and still same problem. Electrical problem goes dead cant find the problem, driver door wont open from outside with this car you never know if the engine is going to start or not. You dont expect this from a BMW. I am about to put a sign on my glass saying dont buy this car ,too many problems.

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  Good, so far!! - 2005 BMW X5
  By Chris - June 16 - 3:19 pm

  Ive only owned it 1000mi and the car is still under warranty, but so far the car has been excellent. Took it on a long trip and the V8 is so smooth and effortless at speed. The car is rock solid. I will use the car for towing, so the extra weight is helpful, but otherwise the car is actually small for the 5000# weight. Gas mileage has been 19- 20 combined, which Im happy with. Im not sure I would buy this car new (not a great value and high depreciation), but I got a helluva deal because the poor economy and higher gas prices.

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  X5 4.4i ZPP ZCW ZSP - 2005 BMW X5
  By cgoldson - May 21 - 5:20 am

  2400 miles into ownership Im quite happy. Mileage of 16.5 mpg driving "assertively". Only 1 minor scratch on interior door handle to complain of. Sports package ride is rigid but not uncomfortable. Test drive with and without that package to see what suits you. Adjustable rear seat is useful when loading cargo area.

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  Best over the road SUV ever - 2005 BMW X5
  By DAVID WHITNEY - April 13 - 3:38 pm

  I have owned the previous generation of this M-group or Alpina engineered (I have heard both cited by sources that might know!) truck (the 4.6is) and a 2004 4.4i and have driven all of the competing SUVs, and only the 4.6 comes close to this as a sporty driver on the road. All the other brands of wannabes suffer from excessive truckishness even the Porsche has obvious huge unsprung weight that compromises its on road handling. The lesser bimmers, including new generation vehicles, are simply outclassed in terms of braking, handling, power delivery and ESPECIALLY steering--the engine speed sensitive system feels like a truck, the vehicle-speed sensitive system on the 4.8 like a real BMW!

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  Best over the road SUV - 2005 BMW X5
  By David WHITNEY - November 4 - 8:54 pm

  I have test driven all the major players in the sport SUV category and this remains the best for those that do not plan to drive off road. DO NOT confuse this vehicle with the much more pedestrian 3.0, 4.4 or current 4.8. This is the "M" of the SUV line and the steering, suspension and brakes were all seriously massaged by either the M group or Alpina to make this vehicle handle and drive like no other truck to date. The Porsche is impressive, but huge unsprung weight assures that it will never have the nimble, car-like feel of this vehicle.

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  Disappointed - 2005 BMW X5
  By luckymom - September 18 - 6:28 pm

  I bought this SUV almost 3 years ago and already have had problems!! It needed a new transmission at 54,000 miles and just recently had 2 sensors go out that cost $1,000 to repair. I really had hoped to keep this car for many years, but now dont want to take my chances with any more repair bills. Love my car, but not that much. I prefer reliability over repair bills!