Used 2014 BMW X5 sDrive35i SUV Review
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Beautiful but it's the last US made BMW I'll get
JC Car Enthusiast, Aliso Viejo, CA, 06/23/2017
2014 BMW X5 sDrive35i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
I will start by saying that I consider my self a BMW enthusiast. This is my 5th BMW and sadly my first review, were I feel compelled to put out there, what my disappointments have been. I understand that one can be the unlucky bearer of a rare lemon. However the abysmal difference of expiereiences with this, my first US made BMW makes me believe that there could be fundamental quality … control differences between plants. Here is what went wrong: loud ringing on the right-rear column (4 visits to repair), transmission box failure (1 visit, but the engine sounds funny, when going up a hill, ever since), cargo door would open on its own (3 visits where I was mostly blamed for "inadvertently hitting the open button", until on the 4th visit, they found that there was in deed an issue), failure of the soft-locking mechanism (this being the worst of all issues, as the doors would open by themselves while the vehicle was being operated!!). I swear this to be true. It took 4 visits as well, where BMW service centers would refuse to fix the problem since they had to "witness" the issue happening. The challenge being that if the episodes would happen at random, the service tecnitians could not drive around the car for days until they actually saw the phenomenon happen. So of course, as a customer, to have to deal with the disbelief of the dealerships, while being forced to drive around when doors can open at any time, is beyond frustrating. I believe that BMW still makes very good product, but I have moved my vote of no confidence in the North Carolina quality control and for the first time in 15 years, I steered off from BMW SUV's.
A Refined Step up from prior X5s - Legendary BMW
Jon, Ashburn, VA, 08/09/2015
2014 BMW X5 sDrive35i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
We replaced a 2007 X5 4.8i with the new 2014 X5 sDrive 35i model year and it is a much improve vehicle. Key areas of improvements for us are:
1) Idrive & Connect Technology - Voice command is incredibly accurate and easy to use.
2) Interior quality & refinement. Seats, instrument cluster and leather dash are higher quality material & overall design.
3) Ride comfort & Handling. You … can still feel and have the legendary BMW style handling and road manners, but harshness is all but gone, as compared to 2007 model year. The car feels much lighter and agile than the previous model.
4) LED Headlights are impressive in looks, brightness and visibility while driving at night.
WOW WOW WEEEEEE
john drennon, Richmond, TX, 01/15/2018
2014 BMW X5 sDrive35i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
It is a premium car if repairs are needed, so proper maintenance is essential. BUT, it is a wonderful automobile. Lot's of extras, a sound system like none other, bells and whistles that have bells and whistles. Plus it is just plain well built. An enjoyable ride. I'm already anticipating my next BMW. It is essential to read the owners manual. Every week I discover some new way to … access a feature. This is an amazing vehicle.
Easy going and reliable car
Elle, Kihei, HI, 05/04/2020
2014 BMW X5 sDrive35i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
I owned the X5 for six years before I sold it. During those six years I didn’t have one single problem. I replaced the tires once, got oil changes once a year, and replaced the wiper blades. Simple, inexpensive, and worry-free.
The interior is not quite as luxurious as their sedans. I’ve had other BMWs, a 7 and a 650, both were far more lush inside. However, the X5 did have all the … technology one could want... including head-up display, accident avoidance, great navigation, voice control, Bluetooth, interior lighting, and economy mode that turns off the engine at stops (this can also be disabled).
Run flat tires and the 360 cameras were two other safety features I loved. Parking was a breeze.
I wish I had bought the AWD, but living in Florida and Hawai’i it really wasn’t necessary.
Only thing I didn’t like was the depreciation. Like most cars, it was worth about 30% of the purchase price when I sold it at six years old. And actually mine was worth more than most because I had exceptionally low miles. I fear gasoline engines will only depreciate faster as we move towards electric vehicles.
Overall, if you find one with low mileage, well cared for, you’ll be buying an exceptional SUV.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2014 BMW X5 sDrive35i SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Potent and efficient engines
- Pro:luxurious and comfortable interior
- Pro:huge list of features
- Pro:steadfast high-speed stability.
- Con:Mediocre utility
- Con:higher price than many rival luxury crossover SUVs.
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