Overview & Reviews

After a complete redesign last year, the BMW X5 has only minor changes to standard and optional equipment for 2008. Most noteworthy is that the sunroof is now standard, while a power tailgate option debuts.

• Nimble handling for this type of vehicle, powerful engines, luxurious and handsome interior, huge list of available features.

User Reviews:

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  Awesome! - 2008 BMW X5
  By flwink - July 10 - 1:03 pm

  Ive owned a number of BMWs including two M series & they have been a joy to own. The X5 is big enough to load up & take to the beach & comfortable at highway speeds. It is a truly a joy to drive. I unfortunately only drive 3 miles to & from work so we make it a point to drive to the coast on the weekends. It handles incredibly with go-cart like feel in a 4000lb + vehicle. I highly recommend. My only slightly negative is the gas mileage in the city which is 15 mpg vs 20+ on the highway loaded with people. I have had no problems what so ever since owning.

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  Love this SUV - 2008 BMW X5
  By skip0303 - July 8 - 10:30 am

  This is a great automobile. The SUV that handles like a sports car. This is my first BMW and I am a customer for life. The handling and performance are great. Love the technology, iDrive, sound system, navigation and active suspension are all great. It is amazing that a car this size has no body roll. My E63amg has the power but this is even more fun to drive and its technology buries Mercedes. I thought I was going to buy a Range Rover sport but after driving the X5 there was no comparison. I love this car.

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  2008 BMW X5 3.0 - 2008 BMW X5
  By KP - May 14 - 5:50 pm

  This SUV handles the road best, compared to all the SUVs I have ever driven. Remarkable attention to detail, best looking interior immediately caught my attention. When I test drove, its handle on road made me feel like I am driving my convertible. Front and rear heated car seats, USB interface-play music from your flash drive or iPhone/iPod, panoramic moon-roof, just amazing. Comfort Access-never take out your car key from your pocket, I didn’t know I would love it so much. . Real time traffic info and rerouting feature from navigation is just amazing.

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  Two 4.8 X5s in the garage - 2008 BMW X5
  By BMW fan - May 3 - 7:44 am

  Switched from my 06 750i to a loaded 08 4.8 X5 primarily to carry more loads (dogs and stuff) to our second home. We now have 2 4.8 X5s - an 07 and 08, both loaded. Great performance, not as smooth as the 750, a bit more choppy but still great for a long journey. Engine noise more noticeable, but this is an SUV and not a sedan. The big tires on the performance package have plenty of grip, huge cross section, work well in the rain (unlike the MB GL550), although theres some tire noise. We switch to snow tires in the winter and the noise disappears. Interior and equipment are great, driver sits higher than the 750 but the car is just as chuckable, with no body roll.

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  Great SUV - 2008 BMW X5
  By kg - April 30 - 9:54 am

  This is a great family vehicle. It has the get up and go that you would expect from a sports car, the luxury you would expect from a Lexus and the utility you would expect from a small truck. All in all it is just a great vehicle.

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  My Favorite SUV - 2008 BMW X5
  By Lisa - April 28 - 8:06 am

  This is my 3rd x5. The other 2 had the 4.4 engine and this has the 4.8. I love this truck. We also have the BMW 645 convertable. My husband and I like the x5 better. It is fast, handles like a sports car, never been in the shop for any repairs. It is alot of fun to drive. It has all the bells and whistles and is great on long trips. very comfortable for everyone. I even like the looks. I plan on getting another one when the lease is over or maybe Ill get the x 6. I recomend it to everyone. It sucks gas like most SUVs.

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  WOW! 4.8 is amazing - 2008 BMW X5
  By bpseattle - April 27 - 8:10 pm

  I have owned many makes and models of european cars and this SUV got me to switch from sedan owner to SUV owner. The 8 cylinder is a blast to drive and has a very solid feel. The iDrive is very easy to use and fairy intuitive. If you can afford the extra $$$ buy the 4.8 you will not regret it.

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  Fun ride, electronic nightmare - 2008 BMW X5
  By SDR - April 23 - 5:10 pm

  This is my second X5. I absolutely love the way this car handles on the road. It is definitely a fun vehicle to drive, however, Ive had numerous issues with the electronics in the 2007 model which I did not experience in the 2004 X5.

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  Fantastic Vehicle - 2008 BMW X5
  By lisaann525 - April 19 - 9:19 am

  I seriously love this car. I traded in my QX56 because I was tired of how big and bulky it was and I was tired of not being able to see around the vehicle while driving. I was looking at larger vehicles and drove the BMW on a whim. I am so glad. We ended up ordering one loaded up. If you need the utility of a sport utility but you miss driving a sporty car, this is the vehicle for you. And I drove many, many vehicles. The only vehicle that compared was the Mercedes GL550, and it didnt have every feature I wanted and I felt like an old lady in it.

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  Issues. But nothing major ! - 2008 BMW X5
  By imran356 - April 17 - 4:30 pm

  Bought one couple of days ago. Its fun to drive and but definitely some minor reliability issue . The electronic glove compartment has a mind of its own. It just wont open and other time works fine! I had to take it back to dealorship to fix left turn signal light . According to the mechanic, left tail light bulb was loose... huh! 50K BMW?? Other then that, beautiful looking car. I prefer it over any other competitor. Engine is smooth and powerful. Love driving it.