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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  [non-permissible content removed] - 2006 BMW X5
  By natethegreat2 - May 27 - 11:22 pm

  This car is amazing, when it works. Its beautiful, sounds great, fast, has a ton of features, but if its over 100k miles prepare to repair, paying all along the way. Since Ive bought this mean machine, Ive had to fix it, not once, not twice, not thrice, but EVERY week since I bought it (Ive had it six months.) Every week, like German clockwork (if the clocks were designed to break) Ive had to build and rebuild this car. Head gasket, exterior door handle, side lights, interior door handle, head lights, cv joints, alternator bracket gasket (didnt even know there was such a thing) window regulator, just so many things one thing right after another. Dont buy one without a warranty

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  very intriguing sav - 2006 BMW X5
  By minghi - February 12 - 7:54 am

  I purchased it exactly 15 months ago as a cpo with the 6yr/100k warranty but hardly ever needed it during the 30k i put on it. very few things have gone wrong like a minor rattle from the engine bay turning out to be a/c fan plastic clips and failed driver side window switch after i left it open in rain by mistake (my fault). dealer fixed both, no questions asked. other than that, its been excellent & trouble free and ive taken it on numerous long trips since i owned it. the interior comfort and materials fit & finish is top notch and exterior looks good too. Ive the 3.0i which has excellent low end torque (take off) but OK highway torque (you need to step up to the bigger v8s for better)

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  Everything BMW does well and poorly - 2006 BMW X5
  By Pleasanton - May 26 - 1:41 am

  I have had the following items serviced since I have owned the vehicle - valley pan, panoramic moonroof, and AC headunit. All items were covered under warranty. The interior personal space is extremely generous. The door openings are large and make getting small children in and out of car seats very easy. Rear cargo area is somewhat limited as a result however. I do like the clamshell hatch. Driving this vehicle is so much fun. It handles like a sedan and has plenty of power. It puts a smile on my face every time I get in. The styling is timeless, subtle but distinctive, I love it. The CPO warty, extd service, BMW 2 payments, and 0.9% financing made this a very attractive purchase.

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  Not too bad, but would not buy again - 2006 BMW X5
  By Rob - July 17 - 1:26 pm

  Well, I decided to write my review after owning the vehicle for 2 years. It is a lease, and we are due to turn it in in 5 days. So here goes. First, my likes. This is my 3rd BMW, and of all the BMWs Ive owned, I have to say this one has been the most reliable. We have had virtually no issues at all with the car, unlike my last BMWs. The only real problem we have had with the car in the 2 years, is that the drivers side exterior mirror glass is tarnishing badly, and needs to get replaced. Things I dont like. Let me tell you, if you have kids, do NOT buy this car. It is way too small and short wheelbased for a comfortable family car. Rides too stiff and seats too hard.

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  The Ultimate Drivng Machine - 2006 BMW X5
  By Butterfly - July 6 - 3:58 am

  This vehicle REALLY is the ultimate driving machine. Ive enjoyed driving it every time! This car even makes going to the grocery store fun. Its the little things I appreciate!! I can hardly wait for the seven passenger!

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  Love my X5 - 2006 BMW X5
  By Joe Bondi - January 25 - 7:07 pm

  Car is classy to drive and it turns heads. I like the quiet soft ride. I like sitting high and the excellent visability. Handles beautifully and it has gentle manners. Quality of construction and materials is superb.

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  comfort and gas - 2006 BMW X5
  By Joe - December 10 - 3:21 am

  I would like to say a few things about my X5, the price was great, but i should of test drive the car first, I got the sports package which makes the ride of the car very bumpy, I had no idea it was going to be so rough. But one good thing about the car is that im very surprised it gets great gas milage for a big V8.

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  X5, The Other Side Of SUV`s - 2006 BMW X5
  By Diego - October 4 - 3:50 am

  I love driving, and I mean driving, searching for the limits of my car in a twisty road that I have to take to go to work everyday, but I have never driven something like my brand new BMW X5is. It is powerful enough to climb any place I want, and it can go offroad with style too, but that`s not what this car is about. This thing is just perfect for those who seek true sports car performance and need a little more room in the rear seat plus go offroad some times.