Overview & Reviews
There are no major changes for the BMW SUV this year.
- Rides and drives like a BMW sedan, multiple drivetrain choices, top safety scores, high-end cabin furnishings.
- Unimpressive fuel economy, expensive option packages, mediocre cargo capacity, no third-row seat.
User Reviews:
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Pleasure to drive - 2006 BMW X5
By suzy - June 30 - 10:31 pmThis is my 3rd BMW and my favorite. (also have a 318 and 540)This SAV handles like a dream, the rumble of the awesome 4.8 L is amazing to hear. And talk about fast, my 540 is fast it has a 4.4, but this thing is neck breaking quick! The tires on this thing are monsters, very intense looking, the interior is roomy and very comfy and well appointed, I just love this vehicle! I like the clam shell hatch, it is more functional then I thought it would be. The radio is fantastic, I find the on board computer/navigation easy to use, dont know why some people complain they must not be very smart! I have the LeMans blue, it is beautiful! If you want speed, beauty, comfort, and great handling, buy one!
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Muscle Car SUV - 2006 BMW X5
By Greens - June 23 - 4:36 pmMy X5 4.8is truly combines luxury and sport. This car sounds like a Porsche 911 on the outside and like a Bentley on the inside. I dont need it for commuting so it gets to sleep in the garage most of the week. But when it is time to play, it is rested and ready. It hugs you and the road nicely. Although I have loved the X5 look for years, I never thought the 3.0 had enough kick so 355 hp was the perfect remedy. Im not using it off- road but it will tow some toys. With 4 years and 45k miles I went ahead and purchased a 60 month 60k mile (additional)B-2-B warranty for $3k as I have heard that some of the regular repairs can get costly.
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The first of many! - 2006 BMW X5
By Lauren - April 22 - 5:46 pmThis is my first BMW and I LOVE IT! Its tight handling and turning radius are superior to even the sports car I previously owned. The ride is smooth and it has plenty of get-up and go! It has just enough space, not too much, not to little and I love the winter package. The heated seats and stearing wheel are amazing. I do not have the in dash navigation, which I prefer as my CD player is in the dash. The in dash display does still have many of the monitoring features, such as the ave gas mpg, distance/time trip settings, etc. Clean lines and great handling! I will always have a BMW!
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My Baby - 2006 BMW X5
By Ben - December 18 - 9:50 amI have had the car since new. It comes with Premium, Sport, Rear Climate Packages. It is a 10/05 production. I have enjoyed the premium package with the great leather and the rear shades are great! But the sport package is great when on smooth roads only when on rough roads, it gets a little bumpy. But nonetheless, I do like the self leveling suspension and air shocks that come with that. I have not had to fix anything just regular oil changes all covered under warranty, for the first four years. Now it is out of warranty and had to replace the thermostat. Not too bad knock on wood. But overall I love driving it!
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BMW 2006 X5 - 2006 BMW X5
By Jason Hoppa - November 24 - 10:28 amBest vehicle that I have ever owned. We now have 2 BMWs. Very reliable and great in any weather.
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No regrets so far... - 2006 BMW X5
By Ralph Whitsitt - November 4 - 12:07 pmGot a great deal on an 06 X5 and took the plunge purchasing my first BMW. Its amazing how smooth and quiet the vehicle is at highway speeds compared to the Ford Explorer and Jeep Cherokee I owned previously. Granted, the tires probably have a lot to do with that, but engine and wind noise are way lower too. Love the grunt that the 3.0 inline six delivers--it loves to rev!! I was a little concerned about the gas mileage, but its been a big improvement over the Explorer, getting 23 or 24 mpg for pure highway driving. Premium unleaded can get a bit expensive when prices are up and synthetic oil drives up the cost of oil changes, but so far Im dealing with it and loving the way it drives!
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The best car yet... - 2006 BMW X5
By samsam - August 28 - 2:08 pmRecently purchase CPO with only 28K on it. Absolutely love it. You cant beat BMW CPO - they had the car ready in mint condition, the warranty is excellent, and I still have over 20K left on included maintenance and 0.9% financing (unheard of for CPO!). The X5 handles like a dream and I personally think this model is better looking than the redesign in 2007. The interior is top notch and the power seems way stronger than the HP rating - that speaks to great engineering. No rattles, solid like a tank. Im actually getting up to 26mpg on highway trips and 18mpg average overall.
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2006 BMW X5 4.4 CPO - 2006 BMW X5
By Steve - July 29 - 10:25 pmThis X5 has been great so far. Had 26,500 miles on it fully loaded. Absolutely pristine condition inside and out. Excellent driving on winding roads and certainly plenty of power for the freeways. Gas mileage could be better so still getting used to that. Only design flaw I find is the Navigation unit and its location for glare and the cup holders. Both were rectified in the 2007 but getting this for $35K I consider a good deal versus pricing of new models.
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2006 X5 4.4 - 2006 BMW X5
By Rick - July 13 - 7:55 pmLeased the beast for 36mo with 3 months remaining. Prior SUV was the Infiniti FX45...X5 is superior in all aspects. No pops, leaks, squeaks or rattles...not one repair. Still drives like new. A perfect all around SUV that performed very well on our icy mountain roads. Average 18mpg. I hope to buyout this X5 at lease end.
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Great Ride - 2006 BMW X5
By Ken - June 26 - 7:57 pmThis is our second BMW, the first was a 328xi, and although this doesnt have the same get up and go it definitely drives better than any other SUV on the market.
