2007 BMW X5 Consumer Reviews

The best car I've ever owned

Written by: DaTB on 05/10/2009

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I need to preface this by stating that my previous car was a 2002 745i, so I can handle anything gremlins can throw at me. So those individuals complaining about a few service issues are just whiners to me. So let's get to the heart of this. This car is a beast: It growls and snarls with the ferocity of a caged dragon. It throws you back into your seat and gives you butterflies in your stomach yet acts with the utmost refinement when traffics forbids its potency. The way its sport mode flies through its rpm bandwidth is breathtaking. It does everything extraordinarily & nothing mediocre. Its technology is prolific so glitches are par for the course. Drive one; it is truly beauty and the beast.

Favorite Features

Impeccable service, head-turning styling, racecar-like handling & acceleration, throaty V-8 growl that sounds like a Mustang, plethora of technological features, a sport mode that actually pins you in your seat - all with the practicality of an SUV.

Suggested Improvements

Back up camera is a bit hesitant to come on, computer is somewhat sluggish when running through the never-ending functions, can't disengage my nav once it's dialed in, interior trim work is peeling back - not acceptable for a car of this caliber!

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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07 X5 Transmission issues

Written by: kblaxx on 02/27/2009

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Beware the 07 BMW x5 re-designed 3.0 model has major flaws with the transmission. BMW has admitted to the issue and does not have a fix therefore recalls have not been sent out. A $60k car should not have a major fault. The car runs sluggish especially going up hills - it has a hard time shifting into the correct gear. The X5 does not accelerate well from a stopped position and it feels as if it is going to stall before it recognizes you are trying to accelerate. In the past 2 months my car has been in for service 5x times for a week at a time. I have been in contact with BMW North America at this point. BEWARE.

Favorite Features

Navigation, tons of room, comfortable ride, handles well in snow but not ice.

Suggested Improvements

Navigation screen freezes often, Apple Iphones have issues pairing to the bluetooth.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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SUPERB. BUY THE DIESEL

Written by: x5dreamer on 02/10/2009

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I am amazed at how good the X5 is. A completely different vehicle to the old shape and to my surprise (didn't think it was possible to better that one) much, much better too. The iDrive is a little tricky at first but it's child's play once you get the hang of it. I test drove the Audi Q7 before and it drove like a tank with noticeable gear changes. All-in-all this is a great 4x4. I would recommend it but then again mine was made in Germany.

Favorite Features

the comfort and handling

Suggested Improvements

nothing

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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No start

Written by: no start on 01/08/2009

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Great riding car. Great design. Terrible starting problems. Have had 4 random no start situation. Two in garage, but two out on roads where tow truck was needed. Car has been in shop 8 days with this problem and have not been able to find problem to date. Scary, as you don't know when it will not start. Am getting rid of car now and will buy a Lexus for dependability. I have been a BMW owner for last 20 years. They have over the teched the car. Was told it has over 50 computers in it. Problem is, how many work properly. Do not buy.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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PARKING BRAKE MALFUNCTION

Written by: PAM PALAAD on 07/27/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have owned the X5 for only a year and twice now I encountered a parking brake malfunction. The first time this happened was on Thanksgiving day! Had to get the SUV towed from the gas station, manual hand brake feature would not work. Just today, just went to buy groceries and the parking brake malfunction went on again! Had to wait for tow truck for over 2hrs. No other options but to have SUV towed. Very inconvenient! And have to wait until Monday for dealership to open! Even more inconvenient! Other than this, had to change 2 tires twice due to nail punctures, run flats cannot be patched, spent over $1000! Changed one tire, SUV not even a month old! Not safe for long drives! DO NOT BUY!

Favorite Features

Long panoramic sunroof, bluetooth, bi- xenon headlights

Suggested Improvements

"SOS/Roadside Assistance"...BMW needs to hire more courteous and sympathetic roadside assistance reps! Instead of repeating things over and over again with attitude, reps should give "assistance" to driver to help resolve situation in some way! NO HELP, EVER! I regret buying a BMW X5!! SERIOUSLY!

10 out 21 people found this review helpful

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2007 x5 3.0 problematic

Written by: Donald Gove on 05/25/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My first BMW and my last. At 55k one would expect greater reliability. The cabin has been filled with squeaks and rattles, even the headrest squeaks. The dashboard has been taken apart twice. Consistent major malfunctions, abs, awd, hill descent, cruise, have shut down (5) times in less than a year w/out warning. Running boards are useless makes it difficult for entering, exiting vehicle. The 3.0 lags at low speeds, always needing to shift into sport mode. The ride over uneven road surfaces is punishing. Steering is very stiff always need 2 hands at low speeds. No available option for a remote start due to the complex wiring. The quality, material of the sunvisors is poor, not even a place for sunglass

Favorite Features

Panoramic sunroof, bluetooth, acceleration.

Suggested Improvements

10 out 13 people found this review helpful

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BMW X5 vs MB GL450

Written by: John S. on 01/29/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The X5 with the V8 has nice acceleration and a throaty growl. The ride is noticeably harsher than our MB GL450 and neither really exhibits excessive body roll. On worn highways I often try to drive to the side to get a smoother ride. I really regret getting the side aluminum running boards, they make it much more difficult to get in and out. While many reviews say the iDrive is easy to learn, I sure wish BMW would add more dedicated buttons. The GL450 is much easier to use to access the map, radio, etc.

Favorite Features

Great V8 engine, 20 way power (and ventilated) seats, bluetooth, ability to change fan speed and yet still keep "auto" climate setting.

Suggested Improvements

At startup, the backup camera takes way too long to come on. Improve the iDrive. Make the ride less choppy.

12 out 15 people found this review helpful

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Traded in the Porsche

Written by: markM=m on 12/06/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Traded in a porsche CS for the X5. The X5 is perky but not as fast as the CS. The X5 is nicer to drive on long trips and has features like bluetooth & ipod. Tire wear should be better and cheaper. The iDrive is a breeze to use as is the voice command function, very cool. Great suv but do your own homework.

Favorite Features

Comfort, handling, voice command, iPod/sat radio and bluetooth.

Suggested Improvements

5 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Grand Slam

Written by: Jim on 10/30/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Our X5 is a real winner with its good looks, surprising good gas mileage with average of 21+ on our very first trip, great handling and well thought out design. If I can't drive our 530Xi, I want to be behind the wheel of this vehicle. Comfort and heated seats are a must. The iDrive is easy; get over it.

Favorite Features

Comfort seats and external styling.

Suggested Improvements

Keep working on perfection BMW; you made great strides with this beauty.

15 out 20 people found this review helpful

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Stay away from the X5 go for the MDX

Written by: Gordon on 10/29/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

My loaded X5 has 14000 miles . Week 1, faulty oil line, spent 1 week at the dealer. 1 month later computer crash, 4 more days at the dealer. This month transmission failure ,1 more week at dealer. Now I am told that I need new tires for 2500.00. Yes the x5 is fun to drive and great looking but is not worth the price tag. Just bought my wife loaded 2007 MDX for 20000.00 less than the X5. It might not be the high performance machine but it has not been back to the dealer and it really has better options. Stay away from the X5.

Favorite Features

Fun to drive, handles well. Like the high performance with the room.

Suggested Improvements

The iDrive is a pain. The navigation through radio etc. is a pain.

27 out 36 people found this review helpful

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