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A+++ X5 BMW SUV
A B, 05/29/2016
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
35 of 37 people found this review helpful
My X5 BMW SUV has lasted me 14 years with minimum repairs of tear and wear. It's not bad on gasoline and it is beyond safe. I absolutely love it and will pass it on to my son when he is ready to drive.
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45K Driven on '02 Sport in 5 Years, Just Can't Let it Go
bimmerbenz, 02/05/2012
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
Having owned 3 consecutive 4.4l BMW from 5 to 7 to X5, I have liked the pwr. pkg. & the 5-series is my fav. Even w/o driving this one much I could never sell the vehicle. Safe and responsive 4800lbs., fun to drive the 4.4l pwr gets the same fuel economy as the 3.0l (so go for the 4.4l). Typical mechanical wear over time. Sport Model wears tires on a staggered 19" wheel (can be altered to matching 255-55-19) with a tight suspension for handling. Offers an addicting drive response w/performance from optionl steptronic if desired, you could probable take the 5-speed to 125MPH in 4th gear, just stealth performance.
Love It, But Wouldn't Buy It Again.
KAV, 10/21/2010
2002 BMW X5 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
36 of 42 people found this review helpful
SAV drives and handles awesome. I've loved it since owning it. It is quick, fast and fun to drive. BUT... it does have its quirks. Speed and weight causes brakes to wear. Electronic issues at times for heat, lights, etc. With 70,000 miles, the real problems have now started (and it looks like I'm not alone). CV boots & front axles had to be replaced. One month later, failed transmission with no warning. Dealer quote for transmission of $8,300 to replace. Although I love this vehicle, research tells me I can expect further serious problems and it is time to get rid of. (Contrast my '92 325i with 150,000 miles and still runs like new.) Now, looking at Porsche Cayenne.
X5 4.6is Fun, but expensive
darkside80, 07/08/2012
2002 BMW X5 4.6is AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2nd X5 - a 2002 BMW X5 4.6is with 120k miles on it. After two weeks of owning the transmission failed and had to be replaced at a cost of $4k. The dealer wanted $8k to replace, but did work with me on the installation of the rebuilt one I found online. The vehicle is powerful and fun to drive, but I've spoken with other owners who have experienced tranny failure, so this may be a systemic issue. My first X5 was a 2001 3.0 and I did not have any issue with it.
All you want to know about BMW X5 3.0
Walter Estrada, 02/14/2019
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2002 BMW X5 3.0 with automatic transmission. In terms of comfort, it's just awesome. I loved the luxury that was included in this vehicle despite of the year. Acceleration it's surprisingly good, even if you check the weight/power ratio. Power delivery is very smooth and can handle very well even fully loaded (5 people and lots of groceries). With time and usage, rear suspension starts making some noises on some kind of bushings or whatever is there. It's not relevant and doesn't affect performance. It just makes a weird rubber noise I couldn't stand. The radio pixels started to fail and sometimes you can't recognize what's displayed there. Again, nothing affecting performance, just comfort if you want to call it that way. No engine problems, just a minor oil leak and a transmission replacement after 180,000 miles. Can't believe how comfortable and reliable these SUVs are. Oh, one more thing, don't ever expect this SUV to be around 16 mpg unless you do combined driving. I spend most of my time in city traffic and averaged 13.5mpg. Didn't mind seeing how much I loved it and how comfortable it was.
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Great value + safty
Barry A, 02/01/2002
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
10 years ago I was in a bad auto accident. Since that date I have taken notice of safe auto's. The X 5 might be the safest SUV on the road. Style and confort are great. 10 air bags. The gas milage is like most SUV's. The X 5 drives like the 530i. Great value and all wheel drive lets you go in the snow. Buy one, you won't be sorry, just broke.
The Ulitimate Driving Machine
Austin Reid, 05/13/2010
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
26 of 32 people found this review helpful
I've owned the BMW X5 for about 2 years now and what can I say is WOW. It is really an Ultimate Driving Machine. This is the best vehicle I've ever owned. But within the first year I had to replace a 4K Transfer Case, a 900 dollar inspection, 1400 dollar brakes, 1100 dollar tires, 600 dollar window regulator, 1200 A/C Compressor. But hey I really love the vehicle and I'm sticking with BMW for Life. Don't set your reliability standards to high because again it is the Ultimate Driving Machine not your typical Ultimate Honda Machine.
BMW - The ultimate Money Pit - Bee Emm TroubleYou
A. Goncalves, 04/23/2016
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
21 of 26 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2002 BMW X5 back in early 2012 with 85K on the odometer. One owner vehicle. It's been a long and sad 4 years. Currently at 122K. List of issues: Instrument cluster was pixelated, used "BMW's good faith" one time repair to fix it. From then on, it's one thing after another. Poor tire reliability, need to replace tires every other year (every 10K or so) even after having the alignment done multiple times and buying quality tires. 2 window regulators replaced. Inside drivers door handle broke, fixed it, 2 weeks later, outside door handle broke, same door. Factory radio stopped working, replaced with aftermarket Kenwood head unit w/Navigation. Power Steering reservior cracked and leaking, had to replace it. Now it gets fun.... Transmission and transfer case literally blew chunks all over the highway at around 105K miles, paid 5 grand to fix it. Then had to replace tie rods and other misc. suspension parts. Temp sensor and thermostat failed, had to replace those along with water pump. Currently in the shop to replace manifold parts due to Service Engine Soon light. I know it's an older vehicle and repairs would be frequent, but I was under the impression that a fine German automaker like BMW would be rock solid, but stupid little things like the door handles breaking? Oh, and the engine burns a quart of oil ever 1200 miles or so, they say it's normal....really? I have heard to never own a German vehicle out of warranty/above 60K miles, I can now see why. Yeah I know....but It's my wife's vehicle and she loves driving it, hence why I dumped so much money into it to keep her happy. When it runs, it's quick, has a lot of room and the ride is very nice. The leather interior is great, but mechanically it's just falling apart. I have owned various Toyota and Nissan vehicles and they never had issues like this... My 14 year old Corolla only needed a Starter in the entire time of ownership. Will never, ever buy another BMW again.
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Great SUV
thstone, 11/26/2005
2002 BMW X5 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) 2002 X5 last year (2004) and after a full year of ownership I can say that this is an awesome car! The 3.0 engine has more than enough power and is silky smooth. The interior is typical BMW - clean, crisp, and functional. I opted for the standard handling package (not the sport package) as the ride with the SP was way too harsh for me and my family. Some people complain about the gas mileage, but I have been averaging around 19 MPG (50/50 city/hwy) which isn't too bad. The CPO warranty saved me around $1000 in repairs (new electric window lifts). Overall, I have been very, very happy with car.
Better vehicle to be designed yet
TerminatorX5, 07/20/2007
2002 BMW X5 4.6is AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd BMW and 5th in the family. Once you drive a bimmer, you don't want to drive anything else. I got the top of the line X5, fully loaded, OEM navigation, OEM TV, DVD changer, screen in the back, bluetooth, hatch, reverse camera, AV jack in the back, heated seats all around, integrated V1 detector, voice recognition. Mechanically this is not a car, this is a beast; I have pulled 140 MPH on this car, and it did not even shake or rattle. It even felt like it lowered itself to the ground; I know it has automatically adjust ground clearance. I had to back out, as it was too scary. I had driven in many countries, and can't trade a BMW for anything else other than another BMW.
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