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BMW X5 Features and Specs

Features & Specs

  • Engine 3.0 L Inline 6-cylinder
  • Drivetrain All wheel drive
  • Transmission 6-speed manual
  • Horse Power 225 hp @ 5900 rpm
  • Fuel Economy 13/20 mpg
  • Bluetooth No
  • Navigation No
  • Heated Seats No
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Review of the 2005 BMW X5

  • If you want a vehicle that looks utilitarian but doesn't drive that way, you can't do much better than the X5 -- just don't expect much in the way of practicality.

  • Safety

  • Pros

    Rides and drives like a BMW sedan, multiple drivetrain choices, top safety scores, high-end cabin furnishings.

  • Cons

    Not much cargo space, lousy fuel economy for a car-based SUV, expensive option packages.

  • What's New for 2005

    Front lumbar supports and automatic climate control are now standard on all models, while the 4.4i gets standard park distance control.…

 
What Others Are Saying

Customer Reviews

  Average Consumer Rating (121 total reviews)

Bmw quality fail

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

I bought my X5 a few years back. I've been a loyal BMW owner since my first 2002 I bought back in the late 70s. I have had pretty good luck through the years until I bought this thing. My transmission went out at 75K, the tail light housing needs replacing so the lights don't continue to go out (not burn out, just not seating properly), the oil changes produce parts of a know flaw in the oil pump non-return valve ($2500 fix) and numerous issues with the mirrors, window washer motor, etc. Honestly, this is my last BMW as I no longer feel confident in their product. Lexus, here I come..........


8 of 8 people found this review helpful

It's a bmw

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Bought my BMW X5 3.0i SAV in Feb 2010 with approximately 70k miles...current mileage 150k. I have always thought that BMW hit it out of the park in the looks department when they designed the X5; still do. I travel a lot for work and the X5 gives me confidence that I can handle any road conditions and is a comfortable highway cruiser. While I don't regret my decision to purchase BMW's flagship SAV, a potential buyer needs to remember that this vehicle is $50k new and is engineered to high performance/handling specs. As a result of both of the attributes, ongoing maintenance is going to be more frequent and expensive than most run of the mill SUVs.


1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Worst vehicle i've ever owned

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Daughter wanted this because she liked the styling. I should have known better but relented. Bought a 2005 X5 with 48,000 miles on it in summer of 2009 from the only dealership here (Autobahn Motors - in Fort Worth). One of worst buying experiences and service departments ever, but that's a separate rant. One owner. Looked well taken care of. Records okay. Since then it's been in and out of the shop. About 7 weeks ago, the low coolant light came on, so we took it to dealer, they checked it, and said it as a busted radiator cap. Fixed that and thought we were okay until light came on suddenly and SUV stopped running the other day. Now Dallas dealership said it was a cracked reservoir. $$$$$


 
 

Full 2005 BMW X5 Review

What's New for 2005

Front lumbar supports and automatic climate control are now standard on all models, while the 4.4i gets standard park distance control. The optional auto-dimming rearview mirror now includes a digital compass. High-gloss dark wood trim is standard on the 3.0i and replaces high-gloss light wood trim as standard on the 4.4i. Anthracite wood trim and high-gloss light wood trim are available at no extra charge.

 

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bdb888
bdb888
12-10-2006
Bmw X5 Towing Experience
Hi, I'm looking at buying a 2005 BMW X5 4.4, I need to use this vehicle for occasional towing in the summer. Towing is limited to 15 miles to the ramp and back, generally flat roads. My boat is appr...

happygirl07
happygirl07
03-08-2014
Bmw X5 Cold Temp Problems
Before I found out my engine oil separator on my 2005 X5 had seized up, I was told that something had broken inside my engine and I needed a new engine which would cost me $5400. I asked that shop if...

psullivan
psullivan
04-18-2005
2013 And Earlier Bmw X5 Prices Paid And Buying Experience
I currently lease a 2002 X5 w/ Premium Package, Rear Climate, Cold weather package, and automatic transmission. I have 42 month lease @ $521 month (15,000 miles per year), I put down an additional $1...


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Gas Mileage

EPA-Rated MPG

  • 13
  • cty
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  • 20
  • highway
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