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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  A joy to own - 2006 BMW X5
  By Leon Biren - December 22 - 11:49 pm

  This is our second X5 (2003) which we loved and kept in the family. The 2006 is even better with tighter steering, an improved rear gate and a navigation system.

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  BMW X5 4.4 - 2006 BMW X5
  By AFGSKY - December 12 - 11:16 am

  Terrific vehicle, just love the way that it grips the road. The seating position and all of the gauges, and instruments are perfectly located.

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  Still The Ultimate Driving Machine - 2006 BMW X5
  By auctioneer - October 17 - 1:12 pm

  Even though this vehicle is an SUV, it is still a great driving and great handling vehicle. Like all German made cars, this one is no different, over-engineered in every aspect mechanically. That being said however, some driver conveniences are overlooked in the process. Many cabin and driver functions are overly complex. The panoramic moon roof is awesome, but it does not close automatically when you turn off the ignition. The windshield washer always washes the headlights as well. Many controls are hard to find while driving, which causes you to take your eyes off the road. Brake dust is a BMW trait, and the wheels are very hard to keep clean. Its still a BMW and gets lots of oohs and ahhs

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  Nice ride - 2006 BMW X5
  By LuckyLady - October 12 - 9:07 am

  Overall, this is a great SUV.

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  On cloud nine! - 2006 BMW X5
  By Maggie - October 6 - 3:59 pm

  After 6 months of research, I finally decided on the 4.4 X5. I am soo happy with my decision. I really feel the X5 is the top. I was driving a 2004 Grand Cherokee, and it can not even compare, except for I can no longer go 4- wheeling on the beach. On the highway it handles just like the 530 and is quicker.

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  I love my new X5! - 2006 BMW X5
  By Jim - August 28 - 2:20 pm

  I love the looks of the body shape, love the sporty wheels available, love the navigation system, and love the power of the 4.4 liter engine. Whatta beast! When you say MOVE, it MOVES!

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  3rd row seat coming - 2006 BMW X5
  By Doug - August 17 - 8:16 pm

  We just bought a 2006 X5. Looked at others in this class. One of the most important reasons we decided on the BMW was the missing 3rd row seat. They are virtually inaccesible in the other SUVs we looked at. I know people want this 3rd. seat, but be realistic, they are worthless for humans older than 6. If BMW had this seat, we would have gotten an Audi A6.

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  Repeat Customer - 2006 BMW X5
  By redrocket - August 1 - 10:17 am

  This is my 3rd BMW and this absolutely the best so far. There was no question as to what car to purchase when we wanted a new vehicle. As an added bonus, BMW has improved this model with better mileage, better handling and a few interior changes such as the huge sun/moonroof, (my last one was identical but 4.6is). I enjoy driving this car because it is so safe, solid, comfortable and responsive. I like the SAV aspect because I can fold the back seats to accommodate my bicycle or opt to put a rack on the rear. I would recommend this car to everyone.

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  Love My X5(s) - 2006 BMW X5
  By donfromdurham - March 22 - 8:53 am

  This is my second X5. My first one was a 2003 and I loved every second of the three years that I drove it - 36,000 miles. It is quiet, smooth, a ball to drive, and just the right size for my needs. Also, it gets surprisingly good mileage - the on-board computer calculated my three-year mileage at 21.0 MPG! I was so happy with my X5 that I did not even consider another vehicle when my lease was up. I signed another three year lease last December.

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  Wow!! - 2006 BMW X5
  By Joe Driscoll - March 2 - 1:33 pm

  The first time you drive the 4.4ltr. X5, you know you are not in Kansas anymore. I am stationed in Germany and in my previous American built car I felt like I was dodging fire from an aotomatic weapon. The fast paced world of the Autobahn, is not for the weak of heart. I cower no more... I am now the king of the road!! The X5 takes no time to match speed with the best the Europeans can throw at me. The X5 hugs the road at 100, 110, 120 even 130 MPH like the family wagon at the more modest but not as much fun American speeds I am used to. As far as comfort, Dreamy..