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4.88 out of 5 stars

BMW Fan Forever!

CD, 03/27/2002
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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This is my first BMW and I am never going to drive any other brand from now on. I love it, love it, love it! Although it may seem very pricey, it is well worth it. It has all the makings of a dream machine: speed, agility, luxury, and toys galore!(I'm still finding little perks here and there). I got it with the Xenon lights, heated seats and steering wheels,auto-dim mirror and moonroof, all pricey features but you won't regret it because they are oh so nice! This car does all the thinking for you on the maintenance factor, all you have to do is enjoy the drive!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

X5 is the best suv

scorvino, 06/09/2003
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
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i love this vehicle, can't think of anything bmw is lacking

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5 out of 5 stars

Best SUV By Far

Ax, 03/13/2002
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Excellent on highway or city. I had a 5 series sedan and the X5 compares very favorably on driving fun but I can also throw my bike in it as well as on top. AWD will take you anywhere a sane person should go. If you can afford the entry price and the maintenance get one.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

SPORT activity vehicle

Cohlmia, 03/22/2002
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
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The BMW X5 is the most wonderful car on the market. All its styles are praised for accenting the characteristics of a Sport Activity Vehicle. If one is looking for a bullet-proof truck with the ablility to compete with luxury sedans and sports cars in the same price range, this well built German beast is worth consideration. Needless to say, the X5 has a distinct lead on all SUVs in the world. The BMW X5 truly is an outstanding SAV. If it were up to me I would put it in its own category: SSAV(Sporty Sport Activity Vehicle).

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Most fun car I have ever owned or driven

sreev, 03/27/2002
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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This car is pure fun!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

satisfied

arh, 03/29/2002
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Replaced my 2001 3.0 premium with a 2002 3.0 w sport pkg. Like the improved ride and handling.

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5 out of 5 stars

As close to perfect as I can imagine

AJM, 04/01/2002
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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My only gripe is that the cupholders need to be able to hold 32oz bottles or cups. 12oz beverages are a German thing I guess. The performance is excellent and I highly recommend going to South Carolina to the plant to pick yours up. What an experience!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

What's not to like.

jdk, 04/01/2002
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
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I was asked if I like my X5 and my reply was "what's not to like". As in true BMW form the X5 is a fine automobile. I have nothing bad to say about this car and mostly superlatives when talking about it. The 4.4i engine is responsive and fast. The transmission is smooth as silk and matches perfectly to the engine.

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2 out of 5 stars

BMW X5 is a lemon

hatedx5, 02/14/2003
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Goes back to dealer monthly for electrical problems

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3 out of 5 stars

Fun- waste of money- you’ll go broke real quick

Shayla, 07/25/2018
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

First car? Terrible idea!! Bought this car from a dealership for a good deal as my first car, it being a very safe on. Super spacious, comfortable, nice enterior and exterior. But don’t get me started on the repairs on this honestly piece of junk. Tires had to be replaced, altinator broke and cost me $800, window broke out of no where, so many engine problems, battery problems, burns oil, car door handle broke, car lock broke, both car keys died— that’s not even all I could go on. The amount of money I’ve spent just repairing this car I probably could have bought a house. Finally trading it in and getting something worth it- this car NOT worth it.

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Performance
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Interior
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Comfort
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Reliability
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3 out of 5 stars
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4.38 out of 5 stars

My first truck

navigus, 07/15/2004
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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My 6th BMW. Best feature: EASILY the most comfortable ever for a a long drive (lumbar support seats are fantastic). Next, sedan handling and performance. I've achieved a better time than the 528i over my fav route of hiways and country roads. Most annoying feature: the AWFUL tinny noise when shutting the door. Biggest SMALL annoyance - unreliable warning LCD icons e.g. is a breakdown imminent or is it simply an icon fault (again). Great fit & finish but qual of BMW materials declines yearly (like others). Best was my '85 325E. Still luv 'em. I went to MB once(300 coupe). Soulless - a big mistake. MB briefly had my brain; BMW will always have my heart. Cor

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Beware the Electronics Demons

HokieMan, 10/08/2004
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
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I have been a BMW buyers for over 20 years. This is a good hybrid of a SUV and a sports car. Interior is functional and comfortable with only a few annoying problems. Interior door handles are coated plastic and had to be replaced in the first year when paint peeled. Radio constantly fades in and out even with local stations. Gas pedal is too small. Rear leg room is minimal if tall occupants are in the front seats. Electronics are constantly on the blink. Been an ongoing problem for over a year now. Dealer can't seem to fix. Brake warning and service engine lights stay on all the time. Dealer is 2 hours away and day-long trips to try and fix are getting tiresome. Cargo storage is minimal.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Convincing my wife

Norm, 03/27/2008
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This has been a great, but not troublefree, vehicle. Our first BMW. I had to convince my wife that she would enjoy this SAV. Now I cannot get her out of it. It has never stranded us, but we have gone to our dealer several times answering the "service engine soon" idiot light. This light has alerted us to a loose gas cap AND a bad catalytic converter. Both on the same idiot light. My wife uses automatic. I use manual shifting. It reminds me of my first car--a stick shift way back in the 1950s. Great cornering and passing power.

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