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Used 2012 BMW X5 M Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Nothing Short of Fantastic

jrfortsr, 06/12/2012
2010 BMW X5 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Purchased this car as a demo from a BMW dealership in Germany 21 months ago (it is U.S. spec). I'm fortunate to live in Germany where I put can put this car through its paces on the autobahn. I’ve driven it on long trips and in all weather conditions and it is nothing short of an exceptional machine. If you are looking for the best of both worlds, this is your car. Exceptionally fast, solid and comfortable. The fact that BMW has made virtually no changes to this vehicle in the last 2 model years speaks to its perfection. I’ve had no mechanical problems. A rattle in the moon roof trim and a squeaky spring in the rear seat were quickly remedied by the local dealership.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Went in for a GT - left with X5M

peter, 12/21/2009
2010 BMW X5 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I thought the GT 5 would be a nice blend of performance and function. The sales manager suggested I drive the X5M. The X5M was much more fun to drive and more functional. Surprisingly comfortable than the GT with a more supple ride. The ride is tons better than a standard X5. The M's handling rivals virtually any sport sedan. It is big and heavy and the mileage is atrocious - but expected. Don't have enough miles to judge reliability.

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5 out of 5 stars

Still happy after all these years

Gary S, 07/04/2021
2010 BMW X5 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Every time I think about selling it, I drive it, and change my mind! I've had my 2010 X5 M for six years and loved it since day one. My only reason to sell is due to lack of driving it as we have four vehicles in the garage. It is a gas pig, but that was expected. As far as repairs, it had the vacuum lines replaced due to heat from the turbos, needs a new battery now, and the front suspension is rattling when driving over rough roads. Other than that, it's been very good. "Take care of it, and it will take care of you"

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Elevated joy

jon Stover, 05/14/2010
2010 BMW X5 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I thoroughly enjoy my X5M and only wish it had even more torque and horsepower. As an owner of a Porsche 911 Turbo, I appreciate fine engineering and performance and this machine doesn't disappoint. It also comes equipped with all the modern amenities not normally associated with German cars, user friendly nav system, two mp3 connections, every toy you could possibly want. Keyless entry, 4 cameras, sensors, it's impossible to find a flaw.

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4 out of 5 stars

Fast & fun & practical

Mike, 11/07/2019
2011 BMW X5 M 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Out-handles most sport sedans. Seriously fast. The most comfy seats i have ever owned. A real homeowner SUV. Seriously expensive maintenance past 70k mile, like $5000 to $7500 per year.

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