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BMW X5 Used Car Review

BMW's reputation for building engaging driver's cars meant it probably shouldn't have been a surprise when it set the standard for SUV handling with its first effort, the 2000 X5. Over two successive generations, it has grown in size, added a third-row option (since 2007), and introduced a rear-wheel-drive variant (since 2013). One of BMW's biggest-selling models, the X5 range covers a broad spectrum of engines including an eco-focused hybrid and performance-biased M model.

Pros

Cons

  • One of the best SUVs to drive in terms of handling
  • Wide range of engines from economical 4-cylinder diesel to powerful V8
  • Cabin and boot space further enlarged with third generation (2013 on)
  • Intuitive and smartly presented iDrive infotainment system
  • Latest X5 doesn't ride or steer as well as previous generations
  • Interior has improved though has yet to set any segment benchmark
  • Limited boot space with seven-seater option
  • Bulkier, US-focused styling of current model
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2014 BMW X5 xDRIVE 40d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 155000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Cars in great condition. Full service history. Car has just been serviced (16th March). So it will be ready to go to the new owner. Selling due to investments Great fuel economy and power. Smooth, with all the comforts you could want.

$31,999Negotiable
Ngunnawal, ACT

23/04/2024

Top2014 BMW X5 sDRIVE 25d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$27,500Negotiable
Palm Beach, QLD

19/04/2024

Top2016 BMW X5 xDRIVE 40d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$39,990
Southport, QLD

23/04/2024

Top2014 BMW X5 xDRIVE30d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$25,900Negotiable
Horningsea Park, NSW

11 hours ago

Top2017 BMW X5 xDRIVE30d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 5D WAGON

$47,000
Wurtulla, QLD

19/04/2024

Top2014 BMW X5 M50d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$38,000Negotiable
Brisbane City, QLD

22/04/2024

2014 BMW X5 xDRIVE30d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$25,900Negotiable
Horningsea Park, NSW

11 hours ago

M sports 2017 Bmw X5 Sdrive 25d 8 Sp Automatic 4d Wagon

$35,000Negotiable
North Lakes, QLD

24/04/2024

2020 BMW X5 xDRIVE 40i

  • 31000 km
  • SUV
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

PRICE $95,900 BMW X5 40i M -SPORT 2021 6 CYLINDER PETROL TURBO 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC 31,000 KILOMETRES COMPLETE SERVICE HISTORY AS NEW CONDITION This fully optioned x5 bmw is set to impress with the ultimate combination of luxury and performance ORDERED WITH EVERY OPTION M-PACK PEARL PAINT 22 INCH WHEEL UPGRADE M - BRAKES PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF ELECTRIC 2 WAY TAILGATE APPLE CAR PLAY AMBIENT LIGHTING DIGITAL DASH ETC… IMPULSE AUTOMOTIVE ENQUIRIES * phone Barry * mvd 296

$95,900Negotiable
Elizabeth South, SA

24/04/2024

Urgent

2014 BMW X5 xDRIVE 40d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 155000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Cars in great condition. Full service history. Car has just been serviced (16th March). So it will be ready to go to the new owner. Selling due to investments Great fuel economy and power. Smooth, with all the comforts you could want.

$31,999Negotiable
Ngunnawal, ACT

23/04/2024

2016 BMW X5 xDRIVE 40d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$39,990
Southport, QLD

23/04/2024

2019 BMW X5 xDRIVE 30d M SPORT (5 SEAT) 8 SP AUTO DUAL CLUTCH 4D WAGON

  • 87900 km
  • SUV
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

BMW X5 2019 - Metalic Black Selling as we need a larger car for growing family Complete service history with BMW, brand new continental tyres (fitted 25th Jan 2024). One female owner M Sports Package Performance Package Panoramic sunroof Head up display Leather interior Tow Bar Roller sun blinds rear side windows Apple Car Play with wireless charging

$65,000
Wollongong, NSW

22/04/2024

2014 BMW X5 M50d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$38,000Negotiable
Brisbane City, QLD

22/04/2024

2018 BMW X5 xDRIVE30d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$67,000Negotiable
West Ryde, NSW

22/04/2024

2016 BMW X5 M 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 170000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 4.4L

2016 BMW X5M High performance SUV. Fully serviced and registered until August 2024. Custom Long Beach Blue paint job. Custom brown leather interior. Panoramic sunroof. Paint scrape on back left. See photo. Looking for quick sale. Part of deceased estate. Call to arrange inspection in Deakin ACT.

$47,500Negotiable
Deakin, ACT

21/04/2024

2010 BMW X5 xDRIVE30d 8 SP AUTOMATIC SEQUENTIAL 4D WAGON

$16,000Negotiable
Summer Hill, NSW

21/04/2024

2008 BMW X5 3.0d 6 SP AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC 4D WAGON

$9,990Negotiable
Launceston, TAS

21/04/2024

2011 BMW X5 xDRIVE 40d SPORT 8 SP AUTOMATIC SEQUENTIAL 4D WAGON

  • 159000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2011 BMW X5 MSport 40d xdrive 3 owners from new Full Logbook Rego to March 17 2024 Heads up display New runflat bridgestones on rear Hussla 20 inch rims x4 and original rims come with it also Front are 70% New brake pads and rotors on front Just serviced late November 23 New alternator belt fitted Small damage on front wing driver side. Other than that body is very clean. Located in Orange Also spare set of xenon headlamps included in this price. No swaps or trade ins Price is fir

$20,000
Orange, NSW

20/04/2024

2020 BMW X5 M COMPETITION 8 SP AUTO STEPTRONIC SPRT 4D WAGON

$132,000
Toronto, NSW

20/04/2024

2014 BMW X5 F15 xDrive30D 8SP Auto 7Seat

$32,990Negotiable
Mount Claremont, WA

19/04/2024

2017 BMW X5 xDRIVE30d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 5D WAGON

$47,000
Wurtulla, QLD

19/04/2024

2014 BMW X5 sDRIVE 25d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 173000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Serviced every 10,000kms. Brand new tyres, brakes and service done so nothing to spend for the next 10,000kms. It’s well looked after inside-out. Selling to fund my business… No tyre kickers, test pilots, scammers

$25,750Negotiable
Scarborough, WA

19/04/2024

2014 BMW X5 sDRIVE 25d 8 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$27,500Negotiable
Palm Beach, QLD

19/04/2024

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  • CarsGuide gave the BMW X Models an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 with 55 expert reviews.The reviews span across several years and variants. Check CarsGuide site for more details.

Overview of the Bmw X5

Overview of the Bmw X5

BMW's reputation for building engaging driver's cars meant it probably shouldn't have been a surprise when it set the standard for SUV handling with its first effort, the 2000 X5.

Over two successive generations, it has grown in size, added a third-row option (since 2007), and introduced a rear-wheel-drive variant (since 2013).

One of BMW's biggest-selling models, the X5 range covers a broad spectrum of engines including an eco-focused hybrid and performance-biased M model.

BMW X5 GENERATIONS (SINCE 2000)

2000-2007

2007-2013

2013 onwards

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (current model)

Hybrid: 3.4 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 5.5 to 6.0 litres per 100km

3.0L 6-cylinder turbo diesel: 6.2 to 6.3 litres per 100km

3.0L 6-cylinder tri-turbo diesel: 6.7 litres per 100km

3.0L 6-cylinder turbo: 5.5 litres per 100km

4.4L V8: 10.5 litres per 100km

4.4L V8 twin-turbo: 11.1 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO BMW X5

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: BMW X5 (2013 ONWARDS)

Like any quasi off-roader, the X5 needs a close check to make sure it hasn't been driven in inappropriate terrain.

Luckily, most of them were used as family cars, and that's the one you want to buy provided the interior hasn't been trashed by kids, dogs and mountain bikes.

Mechanically, the big thing to watch out for is an engine that has experienced patchy maintenance.

The VANOS variable valve-timing arrangement in the engine is one of the things that gives the X5 its performance, though skipped oil changes can lead to dirty oil that will clog the delicate little oilways that operate the system.

If the VANOS hardware quits, it's big dollars to fix.

Check for oil leaks anywhere around the VANOS actuators (at the front of the engine) for signs of oil weeping, which can be (but isn't always) the first sign of trouble.