Overview & Reviews
A lower-priced X5, with a standard 3.0-liter inline six is offered for 2001. Other newsworthy items include available sunshades for the back doors, as well as optional heated rear seats. The sport package includes a sport steering wheel, and 16-way power front seats can be purchased. All X5s come with a self-leveling rear suspension as standard equipment.
- Rides and drives like a BMW sedan, top safety scores, loaded with luxury.
- Limited off-road abilities, high price tag.
User Reviews:
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Seriously? - 2001 BMW X5
By Berj Yepremian Jr Plagued MMA - October 21 - 7:55 amListen youre buying a 2001 BMW not a brand new one nor a used fairly new one like an 07 -14.. For 3500 dollars youre getting quality, luxury, awesome comfort, saftet, AWD which basically makes it worth 3500 just for it being an awd, the x5 3.0I run great, i bought one after i sold my 1988 corvette with modifications and a terrible interior. This 2001 BMW X5 puts my 2007 Lincoln Navigator in its place its that reliable and comfortable to drive. If the door handles are worth writing a complaint Youre wasting time not fixing an easy problem. Yes theres a few small problems here and there but Ive never seen an SUV as loaded and well performed as this BMW X5. I come from a classy NFL football family and have seen plenty of my share of luxury and sport cars as well as exotic and super cars, the best car Ive bought is a 2001x5 3.0i with 180k miles, i happily gave my fiance the keys to navigator thats how happy i am with this old thing. ***Also those who arent tech savy or into the whole technology age this is the right vehicle to start out with because it literally has everything thats easy to learn without reading about. The horsepower differences are why Im on here writing a positive comment about these X5s. Great gas mileage considering a 225 horsepower SUV. Lincoln Navigators get half the mpg city and highway compared to the x5s. The 2001s also accelerate when you need it to perform at those right times. They have front and rear sensors, also they have alarms at least mine came with them so maybe thats why the handles are causing trouble. Its really the neatest high end suv im proud to drive and talk highly about. I get so bored of cars in 2 months, but mine has been with me for 6 months and I dont want another suv. I already spent 3,000 grand on a few parts. Give it a chance and see how right it feels its worth fixing to me. Thank you BMW for making the most reliable SUV. Good luck everyone.
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2001 BMW X5 - 2001 BMW X5
By abdo2 - March 9 - 2:12 pmTMV FTOM 9.434
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Best SUV ever! - 2001 BMW X5
By Montelimar - July 14 - 4:53 pmDefinitely the best vehicle I ever had! No problems at all, just oil changes, brakes and tires. The engines still strong and feels like it is still new.
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Proud owner of an X5 - 2001 BMW X5
By BMW guy - January 6 - 9:57 amI LOVE this "SAV." Its my third BMW. After owning a 325i and than a 330i, I was very resistant on getting an suv, it all went away after driving it. I love the performance, and its only the 6 cylinder! It handles great, the exterior is beautiful, and it very reliable. This is WAY batter than Mercedes ML class that I test drove. The best thing of all, after 120,000 miles, it still drives like I just drove off the lot.
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Best Car Ever! - 2001 BMW X5
By bmrx5pa - December 7 - 2:00 amSince purchasing my X5, we have been on several long trips and absolutely love the comfort, convenience of controls and just simply love the drive this car! The frontal visibility is unlike any other and the interior is so roomy and comfortable that you get spoiled and dont want to take any other vehicle - anywhere. Alway reliable, drives and feels like a 740I with 4 WD.
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The best SUV ever made - 2001 BMW X5
By dwayne - September 12 - 9:07 pmDont buy another SUV until you check out the BMW x5. Its fast comfy and fun to drive. Its excellent on fuel. Good on long trips and is spacious. I am 6.5 feet tall and I fit in it fine. No problems with my BMW x5 3.0 yet
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All I can say is "Wow"! - 2001 BMW X5
By ExAlaska - August 12 - 4:37 pmWho knew an "SAV" could be so much fun. The highway mpg with the 3.0 is fantastic--Ive gotten 26 or better, which is most of my driving. Around town drops it quite a bit, but still averaging 17-19 which is real world good. Incredibly comfortable and feels totally safe. My "green" girlfriend would rather take the BMW than her PC VW :)
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Im In Love - 2001 BMW X5
By mom68 - May 13 - 2:52 pmWe just bought this BMW, which is our first jump from Volvo into any other vehicle in over 15 years. We were blown away by the performance of the engine, the luxury of the interior and how an SUV (dont care if BMW calls it an SAV or not, its still an SUV) actually handles like a car. God willing, were going to remain BMW owners for a long time. We bought an extended warranty at the dealer, as weve read here at Edmunds that repairs can become an issue. If you find a good used one like we did our pristine "new" x5, buy it. Im blown away each time I get in the car at how well its made. Even down to the alarm key. We loved BMW so much, we ran out and bought a 740i for the husband the next weekend.
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My X5 - 2001 BMW X5
By 2001 BMW X5 - May 25 - 1:26 amI have enjoyed this vehicle immensely since first day of ownership. Had electronic-engine trouble at 50,000 miles which eventually required a $1500 repair. Now have 90,000 miles with no additional problems. Expect to own and drive for another 60,000. Vehicle is extremely smooth and versatile.
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First and Last - 2001 BMW X5
By German Enginering - April 18 - 1:26 amWhat can I say, besides the typical maintenance which needs to be performed at 60k, this car is a tank. Lots of room, classy look and performance to please any driver. Ive test driven MB, Infiniti, VW, Audi, and even GM. All seem nice but what BMW has done here, no one else has done. Handling is the first you will notice after you drive the rest. Then comes the power and performance this SUV has. You think that BMW states 290 hp. Think again. Ive taken 540s with my eyes closed. Some people just underestimate this SUV. Get this car and do the problematic maintenance that it needs around 60k and you will never regret it.
