Overview & Reviews

A second-generation X5 finally appears after a seven-year run by the original. The new model is larger and benefits from a more sophisticated chassis design, sleeker exterior styling and an optional third-row seat that ups the total passenger count -- at least theoretically -- to seven.

User Reviews:

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  Stay away from the X5 go for the MDX - 2007 BMW X5
  By Gordon - October 29 - 8:59 am

  My loaded X5 has 14000 miles . Week 1, faulty oil line, spent 1 week at the dealer. 1 month later computer crash, 4 more days at the dealer. This month transmission failure ,1 more week at dealer. Now I am told that I need new tires for 2500.00. Yes the x5 is fun to drive and great looking but is not worth the price tag. Just bought my wife loaded 2007 MDX for 20000.00 less than the X5. It might not be the high performance machine but it has not been back to the dealer and it really has better options. Stay away from the X5.

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  BMW X5 - 2007 BMW X5
  By Alan Zorzi - September 6 - 6:06 pm

  We have had our X5 for over a week now and we love it. After reading reviews I was a bit nervous with iDrive. However, it takes about an hour to master. We really love everything about our X5 and would recommend this vechicle to anyone interested. The only problem is we do not want to stop driving it. It is truly fun to drive!

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  Problem with A/C blower motor - 2007 BMW X5
  By J. Yau - September 5 - 6:46 pm

  For those new owners of a BMW X5 3.0si, there are several units with a problem with the A/C blower motor. If you have heard a grinding noise coming from the inside of the A/C vents, you have it! The part is in back order. If you havent heard the noise, contact your dealer and ask if your car has the problem. Pray that your dealer is honest and will tell you the truth. Very, very frustrated with the brand. A $60K should be flawless.

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  Best SUV in Class - 2007 BMW X5
  By Best SUV in Class - September 1 - 8:32 pm

  I love this car the ride is smooth, performance is outstanding. I have one word for this car, The Ultimate Driving Machine!!

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  BMW X5 exceeds SUV expectations - 2007 BMW X5
  By david - August 26 - 3:28 pm

  Drives and handles superbly in comparison to the Mercedes ML350 and Lexus GX470. More features like run flat tires, xenon headlamps, etc., are standard equipment but on the others they are options nicer looking and zero cost maintenance warranty, the kind of warranty you used to be able to get with a Mercedes.

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  4th one is not a charm! - 2007 BMW X5
  By bill jones - August 20 - 12:40 pm

  This is my 4th BMW X5 and the first one I am not in love with. The interior is noisy. The transmission does not seem as responsive as previous models. The sport seats are not comfortable. The iDrive is very buggy. Has been in the shop several times already. My previous X5s never saw the shop once except for an oil change. Will try to sell this one. Kind of disappointed since for the last 10 years every car I have owned has been a BMW.

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  Poorly made - plastic and cheap - 2007 BMW X5
  By ericld - August 19 - 11:28 am

  This new BMW X5 is a shocker. The SUV/SAV is so cheaply made on the interior that it buzzes and rattles over all roads. My 12-year old insisted that the back seats felt like sitting in the plastic bleachers at a school ball game. I like BMW and Im shocked that this car ever left the test facility. Its all engine and suspension, and performs well, but the build quality is cheap. The leather seating surfaces are hard and felt like vinyl.

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  Practical Fun - 2007 BMW X5
  By emc - July 30 - 2:38 pm

  Other than fuel economy that comes from a 350 hp V8 in a 5,000 pound SAV the X5 4.8 is a blast to drive. The iDrive was not hard for me to pick up. I really like the sleek gearshift with its two shift programs plus manual. The SAV is tight as a drum and no issues to report.

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  Nice SUV - 2007 BMW X5
  By Pdx BMW - July 14 - 3:15 pm

  Very nice SUV - weve had other BMWs but this is the first with iDrive and I agree, iDrive stinks. In spite of the iDrive this is the only SUV I have ever driven that is actually fun to drive. (Weve had a few Denalis and Tahoes.) It drives like a BMW. Overall, its a good car, fun to drive, Id buy another.

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  Fun Ride - 2007 BMW X5
  By JDL - June 19 - 10:48 pm

  The navigation unit pales in comparison to that of Honda/Acura. The X5 is nimble, unmatched in its ability to handle quick turns. The acceleration is very good, considering the low gear takeoff. I found the steptronic transmission feature allows for smooth quick acceleration in M3 to M6. The transmission seems to work a little harder in M6 than in D6. I have 5100 miles on mine in 3 months. I really enjoy driving this SAV. The third row seat is only for kids under 5ft and under 120 ibs.