Overview & Reviews

This year, BMW will finally offer a DVD-based navigation system, though you must still give up the in-dash CD player if you opt for nav. Besides that, rear head protection airbags (optional last year) are now standard, as is an interesting new safety item called a brakeforce display -- during emergency braking situations, an extra set of rear brake lights will illuminate to warn motorists behind you. If you order the optional adjustable ride height suspension package, it no longer precludes the addition of the sport package. On the inside, new Dakota leather replaces the familiar Montana leather upholstery (it's optional on the 3.0i model and standard on the 4.4i). Individual model changes include a body-colored tailgate handle for any 3.0i equipped with the sport or premium package, and V-rated tires and an unlimited top speed for any sport package-equipped 4.4i.

• Rides and drives like a BMW sedan, wide range of engine choices, top safety scores, high-end cabin furnishings.

• Limited off-road abilities, less interior volume than a 5 Series wagon, price goes up quickly with options, lousy fuel economy in the city.

User Reviews:

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  Owner of X5 - 2003 BMW X5
  By mju - May 13 - 10:00 am

  Not sold as a pure off road vehicle but it will do all most average drivers want.

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  Xtremely Fun - 2003 BMW X5
  By jimmyjames888 - May 13 - 10:00 am

  They made me an offer I could not refuse. Redesign for 2004 is blowing these out the door. The 4.4 is the only way to go unless you are just looking for a "mommy mobile". Still, wish I had gone with the 4.6 but another $10K, ridiculous. A friend got the ML500, turned down my offer to race. The ML500 left him on the side of the road in Athens, GA with a busted radiator hose. Brand new car. I will not own a car that leaves me on the side of the road. Mercedes should be ashamed. If you want a performance german car or SUV, buy BMW. If you want a gimmicky pile of mush, buy a MB. Our 4th BMW in 9 years and they just keep getting better.

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  The Ultamate driving machine - 2003 BMW X5
  By dsheli - April 17 - 2:00 am

  This baby is one hell of a cool car. I love mine adn every thing about it!!!

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  Solid SUV - 2003 BMW X5
  By totally - February 17 - 10:00 am

  When you shut the door, you will know your in a save vehicle. The SUV sticks to the road and has incredible breaking.

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  I love It!!! - 2003 BMW X5
  By prudentbuyer - January 16 - 2:00 am

  I love this car. I (fortunately) just sold my 98 ML320 and the difference between the X5 and the ML is unbelievable.

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  BMW X5 - No one can offer a better 4x4. - 2003 BMW X5
  By shahnawaz jiva - December 10 - 2:00 am

  Can any other car beat this sexy, sporty, reliable, comfortable, elegant, classy, spacious car

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  Best vehicle Ive ever owned - 2003 BMW X5
  By bten - November 29 - 10:00 am

  This SAV has truly been a pleasure to own over the last 6 months. I smile every time I drive it. It has actually gotton more responsive and quicker! The interior is luxurious and the exterior is really sharp looking. The handling in incredible. I am more impressed by the power from the 3.0 liter I6 every day.

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  Reliable old Rock! - 2003 BMW X5
  By Cody - November 10 - 3:23 pm

  Ive owned the SAV since new and it still runs like a Swiss watch. One early glitch, fixed by the dealer A.S.A.P. Great dealer experience for years (Boston). I now live in FL and given the age of the car I have it serviced at local shops specializing in BMW/German cars. I baby my cars. This one has 108,000 k. Had it so long it is hard to remember that it was cutting edge when new. It is easy to forget that some of the flashy gizmos available on new cars today were not available in 03. It is a crazy good driver in all weather and conditions. Power/torque feel stronger than stated. Handles, brakes and corners like a thoroughbred. MPG OK for age, better on newer models. Interior has held up well. Had a few minor parts replaced. Dealer did some at no cost after warranty was up. Was a city car, so I gave it a facelift two years ago and looks showroom. Weaknesses? The radio, esp. AM. I dont listen much. FM is better. Diodes are blinking off in the instrument displays, which is a major weakness of all X5s of the era. If you are handy, you can buy rebuilt computer units on Amazon and install yourself. I keep the tires inflated above the stated PSI on the doors and ride and MPG are better. Will be trading in a year or so. Nothing in the current BMW lineup interests me, but have my eye on a MB GLC300. Update: Recently traded the BMW for a 17 Lexus NX200T. It is proving to be a nice ride. Takes some time to get used to all the new tech. Only quibble so far is infotainment controls are needlessly complicated and overly sensitive. They are a real pain, otherwise a good car. Sound system in the F Sport is amazingly good.

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  Would Be Great But.... - 2003 BMW X5
  By Jeffrey19608 - October 22 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle is unsafe. My brake pedal fell completely off. Fortunately I was in a parking lot when it happened with my family in the car. No one was injured. The driver side window decided tt break on a trip. Had to drive the car with the window down. Window fell out while driving. I have a 2000 4.4. This vehicle needs more testing & quality control. Have lost confidence in the vehicle! Fotunately the dealership I purchased the car from is top notch! I think they need to be. They see me too much.

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  BMW X5 4.4i Sport - 2003 BMW X5
  By Mohammed Sadek - October 17 - 2:00 am

  Excellent performance in all areas. Like the brakes a lot - progressive and nicely weighted. Steering has accurate feedback, even better from the seats themselves. Very fun to drive, with little body sway The quality of the materials themselves and fit and finish is outstanding. i dont think quality and reliability is an issue. Just close the substantially heavy doors and listen. I dont why some people say the quality isnt good....a find the car much tighter than a Toyata Landcruiser