2007 BMW X5 Consumer Discussions

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Used X5 Purchase Question

  Written by: bwhit on Mar 30, 2012 9:30:46 PM

  Hi: Relatively new to BMW. I am interested in purchasing a used X5 for the model year 2007 to current. Are there any significant changes along the model years or options that are strongly recommended? My last BMW was a '78 320i (>300k miles!) Thanks...

• Re: Lease first and Buy After the lease [realgeni]

  Written by: abmwfan on Dec 21, 2011 5:39:07 AM

  The option to buy a new model doesn't have anything to do with maintenance issues after 3 years, which was your original statement. If you want to know if a new X5 model will come out, just track the current generation's production cycle. BMW production cycles run 7 years (except for the new 3 series that goes on sale in the U.S. next spring. That production cycle could be much longer ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 BMW X5 Premium [trippc]

  Written by: ttopper1 on Sep 10, 2011 10:22:37 AM

  trippc.... I am now working on a deal that a dealer that is already offering you $500 over invoice on X5 with options....how do you get the nav incentive, the BMW owner incentive (I may trade-in my 2007 X5) ....and I am Amex cardholder

Acura MDX vs BMW X5

• Just my .02

  Written by: rmccall95 on Jun 30, 2011 3:56:26 PM

  I owned a 2004 MDX, Touring, which included Nav, Backup cam, CD changer. Purchased used. Just traded it for a *used* 2007 X5 4.8i. This is my third Bimmer. Also own a 530i and a Z3. Am totally sold on BMW. I love the road handling of the Bimmer. The road feel is in a world by itself, at least in comparison with the MDX. After driving the X5, I got ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 07 X5 4.5

  Written by: rmccall95 on Jun 21, 2011 8:49:03 PM

  Looking at a 2007 X5, 4.5. Hoping to come to terms, and buy soon. Will be replacing a 2004 MDX. Was very impressed with a test drive today. Already own 2 other BMWs, so have expectations about reliability, quality, etc. Any issues specific to this model that I should know?

BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair

• Ignition question 2007 x-5

  Written by: rcmay2 on Oct 3, 2010 5:52:34 AM

  the radio etc. on my 2007 bmw x5 stays on for about 10 minutes after I remove the remote control from the slot. How can I set this so that everything shuts off when I remove the remote controller?

Acura MDX vs BMW X5

• MDX vs. X5

  Written by: splitwindowvet on Sep 25, 2010 9:09:41 AM

  We just sold our 07 X5 4.8i and got a MDX with the Advance and Entertainment packages. As much as we liked the X5, it had some issues that might just be attributable to being a first year model or a dealership that can't distinguish their arse from a hole in the ground, but they claim the vehicle was "confused" in terms of how the transmission downshifted when coming to a ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Made the plunge !! [autocrazy]

  Written by: sjthomas on Sep 20, 2010 2:59:25 PM

  Congratulations on getting your X5. I got my 2003 Certified pre-owned 325i back in 2005. The free maintenance was good till 2007. I extended it for two more years till 2009. You won't get all the benefits for the extension. You will have to pay a minimum amount whenever your car is in the dealership for maintenance although you don't have to pay anything that has to do with warranty. Also, ... Read More

BMW X5 Diesel Reliability

• Re: BMW X5 Diesel Reliability [sjthomas]

  Written by: anon3 on Sep 3, 2010 2:54:42 PM

  I have had two diesel BMWs (2009 and 2011 X5 35d) and I've had a total of seven X5s of various trim levels since 2001. I've had zero mechanical or warranty problems with any X5 since 2003. The diesels have been completely reliable. If you buy a diesel x5, I recommend the 2011 instead of a left-over 2010 for several reasons (even though the drive trains are essentially the same.) - ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Space Gray vs. Platinum Gray [zooma]

  Written by: dcbmwowner on Jun 8, 2010 7:32:47 AM

  I have owned BMWs with all the silver, gray and black colors (Titanium Silver, Space Gray, Platinum Gray, black metallic, cosmos blue, etc). I combined those colors with either black or sand beige interior. Space Gray Metallic is a medium gray color and was a new/signature color when this current generation of X5 was released in 2007; I've had 2 X5s in Space Gray and like it a lot. The Platinum ... Read More

2007 BMW X5

• Re: 2007 X5 - High Battery Drain [mbabazadeh]

  Written by: dfresca on Mar 18, 2010 1:05:02 PM

  I think I am lucky....or at least lucky for now. After BMW replaced my battery (I think a second time) I have not seen the high battery drain warning and have had no instances where the battery died anymore. I am not concinved it will not come back though!

• Re: 2007 X5 - High Battery Drain [dfresca]

  Written by: mbabazadeh on Mar 18, 2010 11:40:56 AM

  Story of my life for the past 3 yrs! When the car was only 1/2 months old, I had in towed in b/c it was dead. Over the past 3 yrs it has been in over 8 times for a "high battery" drain warning or b/c the battery was completly dead. I have been blamed for the problem being told either I drive "short miles and do not let the battery ... Read More

• Re: 2007 X5 - High Battery Drain [dfresca]

  Written by: yagit1 on Feb 6, 2010 12:19:43 PM

  yes i do have the same problem since day one...i have a 2002 x-5 and that has been my problem ever since i bought it 7 years ago... i moved to new york and worsen my problem since i don't have an outlet to plug my trickle-charger, my battery is a year old and my car went dead 3 times since the beginning of the year...last wednesday morning, i started my ... Read More

• Re: 2007 X5 Battery Drain [dianeg]

  Written by: thompjbr on Feb 1, 2010 4:08:30 PM

  I've had many BMW's. You are not experiencing something out of the ordinary for a BMW. BMW's, and many other late model luxury type cars, continue to operate a lot of electronics (alarm, motion detectors, some ventilation, etc) even when the car is turned off. A week is not uncommon before the battery is run down, maybe not dead, but rundown (especially in cold/winter climates.) Can't speak for the Range Rover. ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne vs. Acura MDX vs. BMW X5

• Re: Late post [sjaieve]

  Written by: tastycakes55 on Dec 7, 2009 5:55:29 AM

  I just purchased a MDX but I'm going to disagree with your post. I've owned BMWs in the past - their reliability has never been a serious concern as far as I am aware (from personal experience and anecdotal experiences of peers); it is always the out of pocket maintenance costs after their covered maintenance and warranty expire which become expensive. Plus, at least by me, the BMW dealer service experience ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Decent deal? How much better available? [kyfdx]

  Written by: anon3 on Sep 27, 2009 5:18:44 PM

  Manufacturers of vehicles that are eligible for federal fuel efficiency incentives (hybrids, advanced lean burn engines, etc.) are required to report their sales to the government. Those sales are posted on the IRS website. BMW's sales are posted on the IRS's "Advanced Lean Burn Technology Vehicles Quarterly Sales" page. It's clear why BMW offered the $4,500 incentive for the diesel X5. As of June 30 (the most recent date for which ... Read More

BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair

• 2003 X5 - Dangerous stalling

  Written by: timo2533 on Aug 14, 2009 6:10:00 AM

  I made the mistake of buying a used 2003 BMW X5 from Carmax in Feb. 2007, with the extended warranty for $1,800. Since having the car, it has stalled in traffic about 13 times, massively shakes when the brakes are applied, and the transmission is slipping. Carmax said they fixed the rotors only to have the car shake again after 5 months. About two weeks ago, with my two year old ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: BMW incentive/rebate [anon3]

  Written by: suv4x4 on Jul 30, 2009 8:01:51 PM

  Thanks. Never drive a diesel car before, I don't know how's resale value in the future. I'd better wait for next incentive for gasoline engine. Were there any $4500 cash incentive from BMW for 2007-2009 gasoline X5?

BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair

• Check engine light keeps coming on

  Written by: brohun on May 8, 2009 4:00:30 PM

  I have a 2007 X5 3.0. My check engine light came on at near 50k miles. The dealer 1st said it was a loose gas cap! the truck has been at the dealer 8 times with no fix yet. They replaced the gas cap, reprogramed the computer a couple of times and now BMW wants to test the gas tank and possible replace! I'm told that there are several other vehicles ... Read More

2007 BMW X5

• Re: 2007 X5 - High Battery Drain [dfresca]

  Written by: zeevjabotinsky on Mar 22, 2009 5:34:30 PM

  I'm having constant dead battery problems on my X5. I've been to the dealer several times, one time replaced the battery completely (under warranty). Still no positive results and it's still dying. It's to the point that if I don't drive it for a couple of days I'm planning to have to jump start it. I can't see how I'll buy another BMW again.

• 2007 X5 - High Battery Drain

  Written by: dfresca on Feb 15, 2009 8:21:33 AM

  I have an 07 X5 and just recently, I went to go start it on a Monday morning (after not driving it for only one day) and it wouldn't start. Had the car jump started and two weeks later the same thing happened. I took it into BMW for service and after two days I got it back - allegedly fixed. NOT SO! After driving it yesterday morning to the store, ... Read More

• Interesting Morning

  Written by: nyccarguy on Jan 28, 2009 8:39:24 PM

  So my Dad and his 2 (1.5 year old) Great Danes are driving to work in their 2007 X5 3.0si on a snowy, slushy morning here in the suburbs of New York City. The LOW COOLANT warning comes on. My Dad pulls over to change direction and head to WIDE WORLD OF CARS BMW where he got the truck from. He pulls over and the warning goes away. 10 minutes later ... Read More

2009 X5 Diesel - Questions and Comments

• 1st test drive X5 diesel impressions.

  Written by: gagrice on Jan 23, 2009 5:02:39 PM

  I had a little time to kill this morning and stopped into BMW of San Diego. Unlike my last visit there in 2007, I was greeted as I came through the front door. I told the gentleman I would like to test the new X5 diesel. He asked to see my Driver's license and told me he would meet me out front. They had 3 in stock and the one we ... Read More

• Re: I'm doing the same CDI vs ? Options BMW not an option [watkinst]

  Written by: gagrice on Dec 19, 2008 7:43:16 PM

  My only test drive was in a 2007 GL320 CDI. I was not thrilled with the 7 speed transmission. I don't know if it just takes getting used to or not. When I was exiting the Freeway it would not just coast to a stop. It would down shift and slow you down faster than I was used to. It had more than adequate acceleration. My wife did not like the ... Read More

2007 BMW X5

• Problems With My 07 X5 ON Snow/Ice...is it tired or my driving??

  Written by: kpeters on Dec 18, 2008 9:36:59 PM

  I have a 2007 bmw x5, and the last two weeks here in the Seattle area, we've been hit with snow storm after snow storm and not its icy. I've had a few instances, where I am going up a hill and then i start spinning and cant get up! Then, I was going down a hill, but had stopped and started slidding. I am just not sure why I am ... Read More

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: X5 Lease Program [kinjachris]

  Written by: jmcbmw on Nov 10, 2008 5:57:19 PM

  The dealer (in Long Beach CA) would not give my friend any clear info on leasing the 2007 X5 they have. Only said it has to be 48 months and were then all over the map with numbers. He walked and quickly. I was working on a 2009 deal that he walked from as well. They woudn't do better than $1600 over invoice which was fine. All they had to do ... Read More

BMW X5 Reliability Concerns

• Any 2007 or 2008 problems?

  Written by: postermike on Oct 13, 2008 6:51:20 AM

  I'd like to hear from any 2007 or 2008 owners out there about any issues you've had with your X5. I'm getting ready to finalize negotiations with Chrysler on my '08 Commander to buy me out through lemon law. I've settled on the X5 and the Land Rover LR3. (Please, no replies about how different the vehicles are. My only concerns are luxury and how much I like the vehicle as ... Read More

BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair

• Any 2007 & 2008 owners have problems?

  Written by: postermike on Oct 13, 2008 6:49:08 AM

  I'd like to hear from any 2007 or 2008 owners out there about any issues you've had with your X5. I'm getting ready to finalize negotiations with Chrysler on my '08 Commander to buy me out through lemon law. I've settled on the X5 and the Land Rover LR3. (Please, no replies about how different the vehicles are. My only concerns are luxury and how much I like the vehicle as ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 08 X5 4.8 in So Cal [ozam]

  Written by: hipreck on Aug 7, 2008 4:22:04 AM

  Price depends a little on the relationship with your dealer. BMW dealers aren't used to getting hammered over price. I used to think 1 - 1.5K over invoice was fair for a BMW. With the premium package deal (2500) that moved my target to 1 - 1.5K under invoice. This is with a dealer that I plan to do other business with. Best bet is to talk in with the invoice ... Read More

BMW X5 - 2008

• defects with 2008 X5

  Written by: hadiak on Apr 16, 2008 4:25:42 AM

  Hi, Since i bought my 2008 X5 in october 2007, it went to the garage 16 times due to several mechanical defects with the suspensions, hand-braking, steering wheel, .... i would like to know if others had similar problems and what did BMW company do to correct or repair those defects. Did BMW change the car of anyone that had those defects and what was the procedure for replacement with a ... Read More

Acura MDX vs BMW X5

• MDX vs X5

  Written by: bimmerguy288 on Jan 9, 2008 12:06:35 PM

  I am a bimmer fan (as you could tell by my sreen name) but not a fanboy. I am also a BMW club member and receive their monthly magazine "Roundel". In April 2007's issue, they did a comparison test X5 (not the V8) vs. MDX (with sports package). The author, whom I assume is a BMW fan since he writes for the magazine, says there is NO reason to justify the ... Read More

• Re: MDX or X5? [anon3]

  Written by: praz on Mar 19, 2008 1:09:26 PM

  I agree with Anon that parts on Lexus are from Camry but not all parts. Also, not all Lexus vehicles are built on Camry, some are. For discussion purpose, let us consider 2007 Camry and 2007 ES. Apart from engine and transmission, I don't see many parts being common including the sheet metal and design. Seriously, how many of you will check the materials on parts? All that matters is reliability, ... Read More

BMW X5 Cold Temp Problems

• Wow!

  Written by: sky23213 on Mar 11, 2008 2:33:00 AM

  Let me start with my thanks to the posters who shared their experience with the cold weather issues the X5/X3s have had. WOW! I guess it's good to do a little research in advance. We are planning to replace one of our cars this summer, and I started my research early. One of the vehicles considered is the X3, probably CPO 2005-2007. What really concerned me was not only the fact ... Read More

Acura MDX vs BMW X5

• Re: MDX or X5? [danil34]

  Written by: anon3 on Mar 8, 2008 6:53:53 AM

  Your assumption that Honda and Acura have better resale value than BMW is incorrect. Several surveys over the past few years, including JD Powers and Kelly Blue Book have ranked BMW at, or near, the top of the list for resale value. It depends on who conducted the survey and how they group vehicles into categories. But generally, BMW ranks higher than Honda/Acura for resale value. Recently, Infiniti has been hitting ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: BMW pricing [eights38]

  Written by: brandonw1 on Feb 20, 2008 8:36:26 PM

  Quick question to see if you might be able to help as you seem very informed. I am considering buying a brand-new 2007 X5 4.8. I cant seem to find any websites that still show 2007 invoice information, thus its proving difficult for me to determine what the best possible deal is I can get for taking a 2007 off their hands vs a 2008. Any ideas here? Any help would ... Read More

• Re: Cash (BMW) cash incentive on X5's till end of February [ilovedogs]

  Written by: brandonw1 on Feb 20, 2008 8:29:11 PM

  I am considering buying a brand-new 2007 X5 4.8. Do you happen to know if this cash incentive is good on any X5 purchase or only on 2008 models? Also, buy chance, do you happen to have information or know where I could find dealer invoice information for a new 2007 BMW X5. Seems like I can only find 2008 invoicing. Many thanks.

BMW X3 Sunroof

• Re: BMW X3 Sunroof [peter1234]

  Written by: steve_ on Feb 12, 2008 8:48:08 AM

  Check out this X5 post while waiting for responses: Mr_Shiftright, "BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair" #468, 13 Jan 2007 10:16 am

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: X5 lease numbers [voldermort]

  Written by: chrisjur on Jan 27, 2008 12:34:51 PM

  Voldermort.... Do you live in NJ or NY? I'm not sure how it works if you live in NJ and purchase in NY State, but you may have the option to either pay the tax as part of the monthly payment or pay it all up front. For my last NJ-purchased lease, signed 34 months ago, I pay the taxes as part of the payment. For the car I just ordered ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Purchased X5 [vchugo007]

  Written by: chrisjur on Jan 27, 2008 12:05:30 PM

  As I noted in my previous post (chrisjur, "BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience" #779, 23 Dec 2007 8:39 am), I recently spec'd out a 2008 X5 3.0si with an MSRP of $59,020 and paid $56,725. That is $2600 over invoice and $2295 below MSRP. I negotiated hard with 3 dealers and one came in just a tad bit lower ($2400 off of MSRP), but that wasn't enough to make ... Read More

• Re: X5 4.8 - 20" Wheels - Mid West ? [sm_ed]

  Written by: anon3 on Dec 27, 2007 5:36:31 PM

  sm_ed - You WILL experience a big difference with 20" wheels on an X5 because they ship with performance tires and not the all season tires that ship on the 19" wheels. I have owned three X5s with 20" wheels and I can tell you from experience that they are almost useless in anything more than an inch of snow. I remember one particular experience trying to drive to the airport ... Read More

BMW X5

• 2008 BMW X6 has been announced...

  Written by: anon3 on Dec 21, 2007 9:24:36 PM

  BMW posted the first official detailed description of the new X6 on their website on December 15, 2007. The current URL is: http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Content/AllBMWs/FutureVehicles/X6/Default.aspx Note the new twin turbo V-8 that makes 400 hp and 450 ft lb of toque. That engine also will appear in the new 7 series and probably in a 5.0is performance version of the X5. I saw the X6 in South Carolina on a test track back ... Read More

BMW X5 - 2008

• 2008 BMW X6 has been announced...

  Written by: anon3 on Dec 21, 2007 9:21:34 PM

  BMW posted the first official detailed description of the new X6 on their website on December 15, 2007. The current URL is: http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Content/AllBMWs/FutureVehicles/X6/Default.aspx Note the new twin turbo V-8 that makes 400 hp and 450 ft lb of toque. That engine also will appear in the new 7 series and probably in a 5.0is performance version of the X5. I saw the X6 in South Carolina on a test track back ... Read More

• Re: 2007 BMW X5 Back up Camera [mzwerin]

  Written by: anon3 on Dec 2, 2007 12:44:38 PM

  That's a good point and another reason why I just turned the camera off and only use PDC. I gave up on waiting for the iDrive systems to fully boot and the camera to start working before backing up. In 2008, BMW gives you the option to add navigation and parking distance control as separate features. Before, they were bundled with the back up camera in the Technology Package. If I ... Read More

• Re: 2008 X5 4.8 Gas Guzzling [shellshock]

  Written by: anon3 on Dec 2, 2007 12:12:05 PM

  After a full year of driving a 2007 4.8i in mixed driving conditions, my average fuel economy is 13 mpg. During pure highway driving, I'm lucky to get 17 on a trip, but I have a lead foot. The sobering issue for me is that this vehicle, like others in its class, generates about 11 tons of carbon dioxide per year and requires more than 21 barrels of oil to produce ... Read More

• Re: 2008 X5 4.8i Gas Mileage [bmw_bayarea]

  Written by: mzwerin on Dec 2, 2007 9:40:42 AM

  I have a 2007 X5 4.8i. I live about 20 miles north of San Francisco. Most driving is local with 50/50 freeway and city driving. I have 2000 miles on the car which is a blast to drive. My mileage has improved by 1 mpg to 13 in the city and ~ 20 mpg when driving 90 miles to Sacramento on I-80 wihch is mostly flat to small rolling hills. I ... Read More

• Re: 2007 BMW X5 Back up Camera [buosaiba]

  Written by: mzwerin on Dec 2, 2007 9:27:09 AM

  I have a 2007 X5. Can't see anything out the rear with the camera at night. Clearly the camera is pathetic and non IR illuminated. So, this AM I hardwired a pair of 55W low profile fog lights under the rear bumper to illuminate the back-up area for the camera. You didn't mention my most important back-up camera complaint: why would anyone design a backup camera (ostensibly to prevent running over ... Read More

BMW X5

• Re: Considering X5 [roncar01]

  Written by: apbtlvrx4 on Nov 22, 2007 9:41:19 AM

  I love my X5 but I have had to have it in the shop A LOT! It looks, feels, and drives like a BMW which is good. Maybe all of the problems I encounter are because it is the first year of the new design (2007). If you get one, definitely get the 2008 model.

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2007 X5 3.0 price

  Written by: gkanak on Nov 13, 2007 4:47:11 AM

  I live near Poconos, PA . I am a first time BMW buyer, I like X5 very much. Could some one tell me what would be the right offer for the following 2007 X5 3.0 ? ZTP Technology Package 4UB 3rd Row Seat 402 Panoramic Moonroof ZCW Cold Weather Package As per edmunds including destination $52351 but it is 3400 over the invoice. Please let me know any hidden cost :) ... Read More

• How much should I offer?

  Written by: chicagotiger on Nov 10, 2007 9:44:55 AM

  Motorwerks in Barrington, IL. 2007 X5 3.0 liter... MSRP $61k I know this is the smaller engine 2007 X5, trying to see any reasons why not to get it, and what's a fair offer . color is black sapphire COMFORT ACCESS SYSTEM RUNNING BOARDS SATELLITE RADIO IPOD & USB ADAPTER COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heated steering wheel, ski bag, 3-stage heated front seats w/fast heating & 4-zone balance control, retractable headlight ... Read More

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: BMW X5: Lease Questions [rootbeer1]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 7, 2007 2:31:18 AM

  Greetings rootbeer1. BMW Financial Services' uses a pass / fail system to determine whether consumers can lease vehicles through it. This means that the only benefit that you will derive from your solid credit score is the ability to lease through BMW FS. BMW is running a loyalty program that provides enhanced special lease money factors to current lessees on certain models right now. Unfortunately, the X5 is not one of ... Read More

BMW X5 - 2008

• 2007 X5 Reliability

  Written by: bmw_bayarea on Nov 4, 2007 10:43:14 AM

  Have had a 2007 X5 4.8i for 3 months. Only problem was that the parking sensors activated themselves (i.e., kept beeping) a couple of times. This problem is not re-curring so it is okay now. Otherwise, it is a fine vehicle with no other issues. Agree that the iDrive (including Navigation) could be better, i.e., more user friendly. Did not drive a 3.0i therefore, do not know the difference in power. ... Read More

• 2008 X5 4.8i Gas Mileage

  Written by: bmw_bayarea on Nov 4, 2007 10:34:56 AM

  I have had the 2007 X5 4.8i for 3 months. Average mileage is about 12 miles per gallon. This is mostly city driving, with red lights, etc. Mileage has been fairly consistent from the beginning. Therefore, if you are running at 9 MPG maximum, something is not right. If this does not improve, perhaps you should have it checked.

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: BMW X5: Lease Questions [Car_man]

  Written by: rootbeer1 on Nov 3, 2007 2:56:54 PM

  We currently are leasing a 2005 X5 3.0 (Our lease ends in six months). Our credit score is in the very high 700. We have made all our payments in time. We are so happy with this car that we would now want to lease a 2007 X5 4.8. We have done all our research on this vehicle and have a Edmond's TMV Pricing Report on it as well. My question ... Read More

2007 BMW X5

• Re: 2006 vs 2007 X-5 [harry28]

  Written by: anon3 on Oct 19, 2007 8:24:55 AM

  A BMW used car sales person was promoting used X5 vehicles? There's a surprise. The old X5 was a nice vehicle (I had 4 of them). But I would not choose one over the new X5 unless I was looking for a bargain basement price. These forums have hundreds of posts on the improvements in the new X5 over the old model. It would be worth a look at the older ... Read More

BMW X5 - 2008

• 2007 BMW X5 Back up Camera

  Written by: buosaiba on Oct 13, 2007 2:28:37 PM

  I have the new BMW X5 and I want to know if the darkness of the images from the camera at night is normal

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: BMW X5: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [KarenS]

  Written by: ramysharaf on Oct 11, 2007 10:18:04 PM

  Hi everyone. First I want to thank everyone who posts here. It was such help to educate myself before leasing my new X5. I just wanted to through my deal up here and see if I got a good deal or not so here we go: 2007 BMW X5 4.8i Active Vent Seat Package Cold Weather Package Premium Package Premium Sound Package Rear Climate Package Sport Package (20" Wheels) Technology Package ... Read More

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: BMW X5: Lease Questions [Car_man]

  Written by: ramysharaf on Oct 11, 2007 10:17:32 PM

  Hi everyone. First I want to thank everyone who posts here. It was such help to educate myself before leasing my new X5. I just wanted to through my deal up here and see if I got a good deal or not so here we go: 2007 BMW X5 4.8i Active Vent Seat Package Cold Weather Package Premium Package Premium Sound Package Rear Climate Package Sport Package (20" Wheels) Technology Package ... Read More

• Re: BMW Lease offer suggestion plz [lextons1223]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 5, 2007 2:25:17 AM

  Hi lextons1223. The money factor that you were quoted for this lease is too high. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor for a 36 month lease of a 2007 BMW X5 is currently only .00230 with the payment of a security deposit at lease signing (the deposit is waived for free for returning lessees). It appears as though the dealer that you are working with is trying to ... Read More

BMW X5 - 2008

• Re: BMW X5 - 2008 [johnz5]

  Written by: achonko on Sep 11, 2007 5:24:02 PM

  You should be able to get a better deal right now. Getting it at invoice is not unreasonable because of the following reasons: 1. End of 2007 MY 2. Sales of the X5 are not that great to be honest with you.

• Re: BMW X5 - 2008 [achonko]

  Written by: johnz5 on Sep 11, 2007 12:17:53 PM

  I am in same position. I would love to know whether it is better to buy 2007 now or wait for 2008. anyone know what an appropriate discount off msrp or up from list should be for a cash buyer? seems like consensus i have seen here is $1200 over dealer invoice. Thanks

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: Going Rates on X5 4.8i [willgur]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 31, 2007 3:40:27 AM

  Hello willgur. According to the latest information that I have seen, BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 X5 4.8i with 15,000 miles per year are .00230 and 58%, respectively. You are correct, as a new BMW FS lessee you will have to pay a security deposit that's equivalent to your car's monthly payment rounded up to the ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 X5 3.0 [achonko]

  Written by: ko56 on Aug 28, 2007 8:52:04 PM

  I was told that by BMW that the 2008 X5 will be the same price as the 2007. With the options mentioned above what should I be willing to pay for the X5 3.0?

• Re: 2008 X5 3.0 [ko56]

  Written by: achonko on Aug 28, 2007 8:38:50 PM

  What we don't know right now is the price of the 2008 X5 as BMW is yet to release it. So with this in mind, it will be hard to give an estimate on the price for the 2008, but my guess is it that it may attract about $300-$1000 premium over the 2007 model depending on how you option it.

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Going Rates on X5 4.8i

  Written by: willgur on Aug 27, 2007 8:02:25 PM

  On a 2007 X5 4.8i with an MSRP of $62,700 what would be a reasonable "over the invoice" mark up? Is it any better for the 3.0i? I am in Northern California, and the inventory is very limited. What are the current (August and September, if available) money factors and residuals for 15K miles and 36 months lease? I am new customer to BMW FS and will probably have to pay ... Read More

BMW X5 - 2008

• BMW X5 - 2008

  Written by: bigjoepalooka on Aug 26, 2007 8:19:57 AM

  Any idea when BMW is going to introduce the 2008 X5's? I have been told by several dealers that there is NO info on the 2008's yet. Should I go for the 2007 BMW X5 3.0? or Should I wait for the 2008 model to come out? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: 2007 X-5 [firepig]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 24, 2007 2:53:47 AM

  Hello firepig. Dealers are usually willing to provide better deals on vehicles that they already have in inventory than on ordered vehicles. The main reasons for this are that dealers have to pay floorplan interest on vehicles that they have on their lots. The sooner they sell a vehicle that they have in stock, the sooner they can stop paying interest on it. Also, as the old saying goes...a bird in ... Read More

BMW X5

• Re: 2007 X5 4.8 anti sway bar problems [jeffk9]

  Written by: keithcrna on Aug 2, 2007 1:34:39 PM

  I returned mine after the SAME problem, 28 days is the shop, replaced entire steering rack, Still have the same noise, only worse. They tell me it's normal. I requested a buyback from BMW since I complained about it from day one.

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• August Money Factor & Residuals for 2007 X5

  Written by: chris94 on Aug 1, 2007 5:05:22 PM

  Would anyone have the money factors and residual for August 2007 BMW X5's?

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• 2007 X5 lease

  Written by: kabbalah on Jul 30, 2007 2:12:05 PM

  Picked up my X5 this weekend. Details as follows; X5 4.8 Sport pkg with 19' wheels Premium pkg Premium sound Rear climate pkg Comfort(multi contour) seats Comfort access Running boards 3rd row seat Heated front seats Park distance control Ipod USB adaptor Navigation Satellite radio and Dealer added BMW towing hook/pkg MSRP before tow hook is $71,820 36 month, 12/k year, .00230, 60% residual In addition, there was an $825 aquisition ... Read More

2007 BMW X5

• Re: 3.0 X5 2007 Front Seats Too Hard [dianeg]

  Written by: anon3 on Jul 30, 2007 1:12:36 PM

  I have been driving a 2007 X5 with active contour seats and the ventilation package since December 2006. The contour seats are extremely comfortable. I specifically ordered these seats because I had them in other BMWs and loved them. Note the following: 1. The contour/comfort seats have better NHTSA safety and whiplash ratings than the base BMW seats. The contour seat backs have more adjustments that help a driver to adjust ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Buying a BMW X5 3.0 in Chicago

  Written by: moomoo4 on Jul 30, 2007 12:42:20 AM

  I noticed majority of the postings are "leasing" related, I was thinking of "buying" a 2007 BMW X5 3.0 in Chicago because I've been leasing cars for the last 10 years. Why aren't people "buying" them? If I want a monthly payment of $700 what price and down payment would be expected?

• X5 IS OVER PRICED

  Written by: s550iwish on Jul 29, 2007 9:29:17 PM

  In my opinion i think the X5 is overpriced. I went to Desert BMW out here in las vegas and the $59k for a car thats msrp is $45k????? They also didnt have the color i wanted. We told the guy we didnt want the 3rd row seat but he tried to order us one with that and premium pkg and everything under the sun. We just wanted a base 2007 ... Read More

• Re: BMW X5: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [prymaxe]

  Written by: precisa1125 on Jul 29, 2007 1:46:45 PM

  Hi, I just ordered 2007 X5 4.8 with Premium package, Tech pkge, cold weather, and running boards for lease pymt of $920 a month. No money down, including taxes. I went to Difeo in Tenafly. I hope I got a good deal. :)

2007 BMW X5 V6 vs 2008 V6 Cayenne

• confused

  Written by: arig on Jul 23, 2007 1:42:40 AM

  My dad just bought me my first car and its the 2007 BMW X5 i find it unnecesary to have such a big car but i really like the porshe canyane turbo so i traded it in but i find the porche looks outdated and preffer the bmw x5 what do i do?

Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX

• Re: MDX vs. Benz ML 350 vs Porsche vs BMW X5

  Written by: kaistring on Jul 13, 2007 11:01:14 AM

  From my SUV hunt, I eliminated BMW X5 (too many friends got lemons or service problems)& Porsche (best looking but poor dealer attitude with too limited warranty for a fuzzy car): Benz ML 350 vs Acura MDX Technology 1. Benz drives with a more solid & safe feel 2. Benz has a much better exterior front nose. 3. Surprisingly Benz holds better resale value when I checked from year to year ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Poor Buying Experience at Patrick BMW in IL [louiep]

  Written by: colima on Jul 13, 2007 2:42:14 AM

  Louiep, My order was on April 8th, the first week I started my life in Chicago. Until now, I still dont get my X5 4.8 yet. this Monday, i talked to my sales, and he called BMW NA(seems like), he called me back and said the X5 should be in production next week(the first time seems he was pretty sure). last week, when i went to dealer, he checked online and ... Read More

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: 2007 X-5 [sb07]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 11, 2007 2:22:19 AM

  Here's the info that you're looking for, sb07. Through July 31st, BMW Financial Services buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2007 BMW X5 3.0 with 15,000 miles per year are .00230 and 68%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00230 and 58%. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: BMW X5 [aminoacids1]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 10, 2007 3:25:27 AM

  Hi aminoacids1. In your post you mentioned that you are willing to pay $5,700 at lease signing. It actually would be in your best interest not to make any capitalized cost reduction when you lease. Consumers who make large cap cost reductions on leased vehicles risk losing part or all of them if their vehicle is totaled in an accident or stolen and never recovered. Let's work up a sample lease ... Read More

• Re: what is the june money factor and residual value [rag3]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 10, 2007 3:19:55 AM

  Here's the latest lease program for the truck that you are interested in, rag3. Through July 31st, BMW Financial Services' buy rate lease money factor for a 36 month lease of a 2007 X5 3.0 with 12,000 miles per year are .00230 and 60%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

BMW X3 vs. Land Rover LR2

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2 [carduude]

  Written by: yeomancavalry on Jul 4, 2007 4:03:02 PM

  Amen Brother! Just browsing through Motor Trend's SUV of the year article and looking at all the car-like SUVs out there. The new Honda CR-V takes the cake for hideous! The BMW X-3 is not much better. I quite don't understand the reasoning behind the X-3, why not just buy the BMW 3 series model and if you want performance buy the M Series. At least you would have more room. ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Offer Quote [ke323]

  Written by: chadsmith on Jul 2, 2007 12:22:01 PM

  The question is how much you paid over invoice. Lets see. 2007 BMW x5 3.0 invoice is 42230 msrp 45900 Premium package invoice is 3685 msrp 4050 Technology package invoice is 2360 msrp 2600 Running boards invoice price 275 msrp 300 Heated front seats invoice 455 msrp 500 Confort access is invoice 910 msrp 1000 Premium sound package invoive1640 msrp 1800 Ivoice total is 51555 MSRP total is 56150 difference 4595 ... Read More

• Offer Quote

  Written by: ke323 on Jul 2, 2007 10:56:37 AM

  Here is what I was offered at a dealership in NC. Is this a good deal? 2007 BMW X5 3.0 Premium Package Technology Package Premium Sound Package Comfort Access iPod adapter Heated front seats Running Boards $55,500 + tax, tag, etc.

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Whats a good lease on a 2007 x5 3.0?

  Written by: aminoacids1 on Jun 16, 2007 11:01:54 PM

  I visited the local BMW dealer a few days ago and setted on a 3.0 x5 with Premium and Tech package. Total was about $53225 for 15000 miles per year and 5700 out of pocket. The 36 mo lease offer was approx 721, dealer told me they would bump it down to 700 with taxes included. This was a dealer in florida, i called up a few other dealers and was ... Read More

BMW X3 vs. Land Rover LR2

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2 [carduude]

  Written by: british_rover on Jun 15, 2007 4:55:09 AM

  Yeah I agree with that. Still not a fan of the current X5 though. It looks fine from some angles but from others it looks as bad as the X3. The afterthought rear seats really bother me too. I mean if you are going to take the time to design a third row make the rear seats usable to someone besides a 10 year old. Not even an average height 10 ... Read More

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2 [KarenS]

  Written by: carduude on Jun 14, 2007 10:35:17 PM

  OK, I'll say it. I'll keep it real. I think most BMWs are beautiful. I think the X5 (roughly the X3's cousin) is one of the best looking SUVs out there. The new 3 series sedan is better looking than the prior version, and that's saying something. The same cannot be said of the X3. It's just plain ugly. OK, I said it. And I'm glad I said it. And I'm ... Read More

2007 BMW X5

• infamous iDrive not so infamous now?

  Written by: steve_ on Jun 8, 2007 11:19:21 PM

  "Yes, the engineers at BMW have improved the iDrive so that regular humanoids can use it." Driving -- and Deserving -- the 2007 BMW X5

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: Does anyone know the June Money Factor? [james72766]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 5, 2007 3:22:58 AM

  Hello james72766. BMW's lease program for this truck varies by term and mileage allowance. You never mentioned what these variables are, so for now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease with 15,000 miles per year. Let me know if you want something different. BMW Financial Services' June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 X5 3.0si ... Read More

• Re: New to BMW Leasing [msc20005]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 5, 2007 3:15:52 AM

  Welcome msc20005. I'm glad that you have found this forum so helpful. Since you are new to leasing, you definitely should check out the following informative articles that are available here at Edmunds.com prior to visiting any dealers: 10 Steps to Leasing a New Car and Calculate Your Own Lease Payment. You were smart to find out what money factor was being used to calculate your vehicle's monthly payment. The salesperson ... Read More

BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Took delivery of 2007 X5

  Written by: strat15 on May 25, 2007 8:25:09 AM

  After an awful experience at Patrick BMW in Schaumburg and a poor experience at Perillo BMW in Chicago, We took delivery of our 2007 4.8 X5 from Elmhurst BMW. We brought the vehicle home five weeks after we ordered it. Our sales person was great and pricing was fair. The car itself is beautiful and is a treat to drive.

BMW X5

• Re: Brand New 2007 X5 Honeymoon Is Over! [thstone]

  Written by: apbtlvrx4 on May 19, 2007 3:06:48 PM

  To everyone, I haven't been on here in awhile but my problems continue. I think I got a lemon. I have this 2007 X5 in the shop every other week: accordian shade for the sun-roof fell off, the adaptive headlights failed repeatedly, the emergency release latch broke for the tailgate broke and hangs there (too much cheap plastic on a car costing this much), not to mention the factory recalls for ... Read More

BMW X5 Lease Questions

• Re: New to BMW Leasing [msc20005]

  Written by: donkey1217 on May 8, 2007 6:53:35 PM

  Hey MSC 2005, You are getting a really bad deal at the dealership and would look elsewhere if I were you. First they are marking up the money factor. As you can read in previous posts the MF for may 2007 is .0023. In addition, that discount is not so good. I live in NY and have found atleast 2000 discounts on the X5 no problem at several different dealerships. There ... Read More

• Re: May Lease Rates [donkey1217]

  Written by: Car_man on May 7, 2007 2:22:34 AM

  Hi donkey1217. I believe that BMW's May lease program for the X5 slightly worse than it was in April. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 X5 3.0 with 15,000 miles per year are .00230 and 58%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2007 X5 4.8 are exactly the same. Car_man Host Prices Paid ... Read More

• Re: CAR-MAN-THOUGHTS ON QUOTE - X5 3.0 2007 lease [lugoesq]

  Written by: Car_man on May 7, 2007 2:13:42 AM

  Hi lugoesq. What is this truck's MSRP? I ask because it will show me how much of a discount you are bring given on it. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor for the 2007 X5 3.0 is .00230 with the payment of a security deposit at lease signing and .00245 with the deposit waived. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: Car Man or anyone Help!!! [sheikh37]

  Written by: Car_man on May 4, 2007 4:11:01 AM

  Hi sheikh37. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor for the 2007 X5 3.0 is .00230. BMW FS charges an acquisition fee of $625 on every deal. Individual dealers do not have the authority to waive this charge, but they are allowed to and often try to mark it up by a couple hundred dollars to add hidden profit to deals. The information that you posted about BMW FS' ... Read More

• Re: New lease rates?? [infinitimn]

  Written by: Car_man on May 4, 2007 3:36:36 AM

  Hi infinitimn. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 X5 3.0 with 10,000 miles per year are .00230 and 61%, respectively. If you want, you can pay additional security deposits to lower this truck's money factor. For each additional security deposit you make BMW FS will lower your vehicle's money factor by .00007, up to a maximum of ... Read More

• Re: 2007 X5 4.8 residual question [enthusiast7]

  Written by: Car_man on May 4, 2007 3:34:36 AM

  Hi enthusiast7. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 30 month lease of a 2007 X5 4.8 with 10,000 miles per year are .00230 and 66%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: 2007 X5 4.8 Lease [twilly3]

  Written by: Car_man on May 4, 2007 3:26:39 AM

  Hello twilly3. Let me begin by saying that it is not a good idea to make such a large down payment when leasing. I always advise consumers against making capitalized cost reductions on leased vehicles. Those who make them risk losing them if their vehicle is totaled in an accident or stolen and never recovered. As far as the selling price that you mentioned goes, the truck that you described probably ... Read More

• Re: BMW X5 Lease MF and Residuals [infinitimn]

  Written by: Car_man on May 4, 2007 3:21:10 AM

  You're welcome infinitimn. I'm glad that you've found my past advice so helpful. Here's the information that you're looking for. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 X5 3.0 with 10,000 miles per year are .00230 and 58%, respectively. The addition of the navigation option has no impact upon this truck's lease program, just its MSRP and selling ... Read More