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Matthew eichmann, 03/27/2016
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
90 of 93 people found this review helpful
My 2008 X5 3.0 is a love hate relationship. One of my absolute favorite cars...the styling is amazing, the interior is simple but extremely well built. Power is smooth from the inline 6 engine, and the handling is like a sports car. But.....the least reliable car I have ever owned, by a long shot. Bought the car new, and at 90,000 miles I've had ...Radiator replaced ...coolant expansion tank ...valve cover gasket, twice! ...I drive controller ...water pump ...various gaskets that always amount to $1k each in labor ...Hydraulic sway bar ($2k just for the part alone) ...Valve cover ...Vanos solenoids Even after all that, I still enjoyed the car and did all the repairs. Til it developed a well known flaw of the 3.0 engine. Camshaft bearing failure. Which requires 25 hrs labor and a whole new cylinder head. Minimum $5k at a independent shop. More like $7k at the dealer. Suffice it to say that ended my love affair with the X5, and I traded it in. Great cars, but don't own one without a warranty, and better yet, another car to drive while it's in the shop. You'll need it.
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2008 BMW X5 4.8i Sport
Harrison, 10/23/2015
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
70 of 73 people found this review helpful
I recently bought an X5 a few months ago with 90k miles. I have put about 12k miles on it sence I've owned it. everything seems to be working just fine, I took it for an oil change 2 months after I bought it and they said it had a slight oil leak from the main seal, they said it was nothing to be too concerned with but to keep my eye on it. this is the only problem I have ran into and from what I hear all bmw's have this problem or one similar. I honestly love my x5, I've never driven an suv that puts the power down and handles like a sports car. The ride quality is really nice, almost like floating on a cloud. The interior is nice, spacious and simple, everything is at your finger tips. Cargo space isn't bad, a little smaller than a Tahoe's. The valvetronic exhaust sounds really good when put into sport mode. The 20" sport rims and tires are a MUST, 20/275 in the front and 20/315 in the rear, really makes the X5 look mean and drive like a beast, Overall I would recommend this vehicle to someone, just get the vehicle checked out before you buy it.
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water pump fail
beemerx5, 01/11/2012
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
84 of 88 people found this review helpful
We bought an '08 X5 6 cyl in Oct/2011 w/ a little over 48k miles, had it serviced while still under warranty, cracked air-intake boot replaced, faulty left mirror adj switch replaced, oil-gasket leak repaired & new brake pads & sensors replaced on all 4 - all warranty work. Then in Jan/2012 the elec water pump failed causing eng over-heat & the car automatically forced my wife to slow down. This, in itself to me, is quite dangerous, depending on what sort of traffic one might be in when this occurs. At the time, the car had just past 50k miles by 200 miles. We still got a free tow (under warranty) & BMW did pay for the water pump part, but not the pricy labor involved. This is our 1st BMW.
Safety defect with BMW X5 4.8i
Sam Kawa, 03/05/2010
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
61 of 64 people found this review helpful
I am a life long owner & loyal fan of BMW, so it is with regret i publish that my BMW X5 2007/8 4.8i almost cost the lives of my family. This BMW has now done 16,000kms (10,000miles), it has a serious electric defect preventing it from accelerating & on occasion stalls. It has been into BMW 3 times for this problem & it is now strike 3 & out for this BMW. My pregnant wife was driving the car with my 11mth old son, when the BMW failed to accelerate & stalled at a major intersection, almost causing a serious accident. We will not be driving this vehicle again. Please note i am a lover of BMW, the older model X5 i had was perfect, however due to the severity of this incident this review is out.
Love the X5 but lots of serious issues
pjchawaii, 09/29/2014
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
50 of 54 people found this review helpful
So I've had 4 BMWs in the past 5-6 years and overall really love the brand. Unfortunately the purchase of my X5 has tarnished my otherwise positive view of build quality. Generally I lease vehicles, but this I chose to purchase with the idea of keeping it for 6-8 years figuring I could justify the $80,000 price if amortized over those years. The X5 has a lot of complex things about it so I wasn't foolish to think it would be a low maintenance vehicle - but didn't expect : at 39K miles - New A/C ($3500) - New rear struts ($2000), & now - a new TRANSMISSION! $10,000. Seriously, at 40K miles this is a disgrace. . My pampered X5 has sadly failed me. Summary : Extended Warranty.
BEST CAR EVER OWNED
mvorules, 05/26/2015
updated 05/27/2016
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
44 of 48 people found this review helpful
I don't know what everyone else is talking about. I bought this car in 2012 with about 60,000 miles on it from the BMW certified preowned dealership. I now have about 93,000 miles on the car. I have had two problems with it. The first was, something attached to the bottom of the car became loose and made a slight rattling. Took that in, was about a $300 repair. I then had the coolant holder crack and that was about a $300 repair as well. Other than that, that's it. LOVE this car! Update: Im still madly in love with this car. I have now over 115,000 miles on it. It's going strong. But $$ is being thrown at it left and right. I've learned its in expensive car to maintain. Hopefully after about $2,000-$3,000 will keep it going for a while without visiting the BMW dealership.
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Slow response transmission
PT, 05/09/2010
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
The Vehicle has great styling and the comfort seats are very supportive. This is my 3rd X5. The biggest complaint is the transmission. I have taken it to the dealer 3 times for this problem with a little improvement although very short lived.The transmission is always in too high of a gear at slow speeds. Trying to accelerate, the transmission will not downshift without flooring the accelerator pedal which results in a rough downshift after a time delay .My previous X5s had a very responsive transmissions. I have driven the 3 and 5 series vehicles and their transmissions are nothing short of excellent. This is very frustrating and I will not be purchasing another X5.
Dreaded Alternator Bracket Oil Leak
john arata, jr, 03/02/2015
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
45 of 50 people found this review helpful
Just purchased this vehicle with 40,000 miles on her and now its leaking oil. I am being told it is the "Dreaded Alternator Bracket Oil Leak" about 8 to 10 hours in labor to fix a $3 gasket. This is 1 of several problems. $1000 plus dollar repair.... really??? BMW 4.8L V8 has obvious problems and no recall. BMW needS to stand up for their mistakes and make them right. Do yourself a favor and DO NOT BUY A BMW!!!!!
Shoulda remembered not to buy Euro car w 40k+miles
poor car, 09/20/2016
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
31 of 34 people found this review helpful
The reason being is you don't know how it was treated, and boy has this car been costly. Worst car I've ever owned in terms of reliability. Not worth the "privilege/pride" of "...but it's a BMW." Seems there's 2 kinds of reviews here, crummy car & I love it but it's expensive to maintain (wait till you get more miles on it)! Bought used at 72,500k miles and in 3 months we were moving/driving from Seattle to AZ. We'd had it checked before the move & I asked the mechanic "is summer heat in the desert a factor with reliability at all?" He chuckled at the question. 1) paid $400 to check car & replace oil cooler seal & filter stand gasket. 2)&3) 15 miles into the moving trip the transmission slipped & did so 5-6 times on trip to AZ. Over $10k repairs for this & replacing the catalytic converter, and the mechanics said 4) it desperately needed a "system update" which had it in the shop an extra 3 days. 5) The USB port went out right away. The A/C is kind of annoying because you never feel the left drivers side vent on you unless it's blasting. 4 months later 6) the water pump went out at 81k miles along with 7) thermostat assembly: $1300. 8) The suspension needed work signal by one of many times warning light come on: about $1000. If you worship a car & devote much money to it- this is the car for you!
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Garbage reliability
Colin, 12/20/2016
updated 07/01/2019
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
35 of 39 people found this review helpful
Nothing else drives like a BMW! Really its pretty good, great view out, great seats, comfortable and wonderful to drive... When it works.. I also really like towing with the car and its hitching alignment features where the rear view camera helps you align the hitch shank with the trailer hitch. Plenty of room for all of my equipment. The downside, these trucks have garbage reliabilty. I've replaced the alternator, the CCV system. The sunroof won't close from vent, the engine leaks oil and burns it due to crap valve stem seals. The control arm bushings die every 60K miles depending on the road conditions. The heater valve has failed, the engine bay rain tray craps out. The oil seals around the alternator bracket fail. Lots of poorly made parts that are like $5 but cost $1000s in labor to replace fail. These cars are garbage reliability, only buy one if its low miles, or you plan to wrench it yourself. Man, I've never had a car have some many things brake, they aren't hard to diy, but shouldnt fail in the 1st place. Really oil seals leaking at less than 80K, common BMW. Sold this car after 5 months of ownership. Purchased another X5m with an extended warranty and have been quiet happy.
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After having two X3s we now have an X5
dfrith, 12/15/2007
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
While the X5 at first seems a little pricey it's standard features make the price much easier to swallow. Xenon headlights, normally about $800 on some BMWs are standard as is a 205 watt sound system with 12 speakers including 2 sub-woofers. Also standard is an alarm system that cost as much as $500 on an X3. Add the fact that all X5s come with BMW's great ZF (German made) automatic transmission rather than the GM6 (French made) transmission found in the X3 and you've pretty much talked yourself into paying a little more. I'll admit that the mileage won't be quite as good as the X3 but the ride is wonderful with only a little roughness noted over the most bumpy of roads.
No more BMW!
lulidi07, 01/15/2018
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
25 of 28 people found this review helpful
I owned 2 BMW X5 (2005 4.4 and 2008 4.8) and will never own one again... hard to say for someone who grew up in Germany and lived there for 27 year. I have paid over $6k in repairs within the last year and now it broke down again, Alternator, AC, Coolant leak, Water pump, rear suspension Air Bags, burns oil etc etc., plus it had a number of recall for equipment that was not available for a great length of time. Stay away from this company that used to have a great reputation but engineered the ultimate driving nightmare in the ground. Made in Germany was lost somewhere in Bavaria... was fuer eine Schande!
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tcpch, 12/14/2011
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I purchased a CPO with just 16k on the odometer three months ago, and waited to write this review. Thus far, I fall more in love with it every day. Parked in the driveway, with the 20" wheels, it has beautiful lines and exudes raw power. Not the best in stop and start traffic, but once we hit the Pacific Coast Hwy or a twisty canyon, it attacks the road. So confident driving on the freeway, especially in Sport mode. Kids love the panoramic sunroof, and I always feel safe hauling them in the X5. Not sure what the fuss is with iDrive- I love it. Spend the time to learn and you will be amply rewarded. First BMW, and I'm sold for life (previous cars include MB, Audi, and Land Rover).
Extremely poor build quality
grey, 11/09/2010
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Extremely poor build quality. it rattles and squeaks, intermittent suspension noises which dealers cannot fix. purchased brand new in 2008 and hardly used. Please stay away from BMW, buy a Toyota spend the rest of the money with your family. Don't make the mistake i made.
Avoid this vehicle
City Engineer, 04/13/2009
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Bought brand new, June, 2008. Two months later the motor on the A/C blower failed. Three months after that the fuel pump failed and left me stranded on a busy highway. Six months later the transmission failed while on a family vacation. BMW highway assistance is worthless. You get put on hold for 5-15 minutes (if they answer at all) then are told they can send a tow truck within 1 1/2 hours. Overall a disappointing experience for an expensive vehicle.
worst car I've ever owned
Lisa, 03/25/2016
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
worst car I've ever owned. I had this car for 1 year & 4 month . The 1st month I owned my car I had to fix the thermostat & water pump. Then after that month the wiper motor went. I've never been able to truly drive my car any long distance for fear of it breaking down. I've replaced the Sparks plugs and all the cylinders because the car would spit , sputter & shake. My engine light constantly comes on. Now I know why changed owners so many times. Biggest piece of crap.
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2008 BMW 4.8i X5 Sport Pkg at 15 Yrs, 80K
keith, 02/13/2014
updated 02/22/2023
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
22 of 25 people found this review helpful
I keep this curious summary: My “obsolete” BMW still drives better than a lot of new cars, noting that I keep up the most basic maintenance - brakes, tires, etc. Continuing Update: 1) Safety is very good (not mediocre), and 2) We bought this car new and it’s still not much over 80Kmi. Not driven so much (2 other cars, a pandemic and 2 road bikes). The X5 is a heavy car, and that produces a refined ride that continues to be top flight. Get that out of your Volvo or Subaru! We replaced the "smart cable" from battery to frontend of car a couple years ago - $800. We just replaced the alternator - an $1,800 experience. You must keep the electrical system working perfectly or else this car just stops - wherever, calamity. We have one chronic engine oil leak - the right side timing cover gasket (on of the big V8), but we just live with some ooze to the garage floor since it's almost $4,000 to repair. It’s simply not worth the $4K to replace it if oil consumption is only 1 qt a year! The main squawk at this point is the passenger front seat pressure sensor for the SRS system. Costs upwards to $2K to fix and does almost nothing (it was a child protection feature when it worked, but now failed after only 14 years of almost zero use - no kids, and the car is / was driven solo 95% of the time). So we just live with (ignore) the display startup Warning and dash idiot lights. The front passenger seatbelt works just fine of course. Who cares about the airbag in the event it won’t (and we’re not even sure about that). Bridgestone Dueler runflats remain nearly as good as the original Dunlops. But prices continue to climb. The OEM spec tires (20" RF W-rated) run $1,900 at Discount Tire. And we are only getting maybe 3 years out of every 4-tire replacement, even though we only put less than 5,000 miles per year on this car. Arizona summers dry out tires long before minimum tread depth appears. Exterior and interior looks almost as good as original excepting driver's seat leather which is starting to show wear. But overall, the interior is looking OK after 15 years. Better than a buddy’s 5-year-old Outback! I still expect to keep this car to at least 100 Kmi. If repairs do not force their way in, we are hoping for a "few more good years" of little cost beyond gas and insurance. So far, so good.
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Second Thoughts
Maurice Brubaker, 11/17/2010
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
When I purchased this X5 it was great. Since then I have had 3 GPS systems replaced, the AC replaced. Best of all it has left we stranded twice. Could not even open the lift gate or glove box to get roadside assistance number. For a car of this price the quality is terrible. If I wanted this reliability I would of purchased a Chrysler. Kia makes better cars than this. The worst part is that I have had many BMW's. From a M5 to a 7-Series to a 3-Series. This is the first BMW that I have had a problem with.
Depreciation is my friend
Scott, 02/08/2019
updated 02/18/2022
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought my x5 as a toy about a year ago with 104,000 miles on it. I paid less for it than the original owner paid in sales tax when they bought it new. I'd heard all the stories about poor reliability but didn't care, it was a super nice v8 SUV for CHEAP so I turned it into a funny off road x5 with tubular bumpers and a winch and loud mud tires. I took off the mufflers. The whole thing started as a joke. After a year? I've off roaded it quite a few times. It does great as long as I'm careful about the lack of ground clearance. It sounds glorious. It accelerates with authority. The interior looks nearly new. It draws attention because of the unusual off road mods. It has been rock solid mechanically (a 2 drops per day leak at the main seal that's it). It was meant to be an unreliable hot mess of a toy/project car but turned out to be my wife's favorite car (we have 8 currently). She drives it nearly everyday and we take it on frequent road trips. It currently has 116,000 miles and counting. Maybe I got lucky? Update: 126,000 miles and it is still a joy. I've replaced the battery and the water pump. That's it. I've now bought another older BMW with the same 4.8 V8, a 650i with a manual transmission.
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Did I buy a lemon? Tastes bitter!
Jimmy, 03/28/2009
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought X5 a year ago tomorrow and will be taking to dealership again. This time a repeat 4x4 and DSC warning. Last time fault blamed on us leaving a battery powered XM radio plugged into the receptacle inside the armrest storage that caused the battery level to drop?! Today same problem while driving on the highway. Can't wait to hear next excuse. Have taken car in at least 5 times for loud noise when taking out of park. In December Parking Brake would not disengage while 700 miles from home. BMW Assist could not tell us how to manually disengage brake but wanted to drag it onto a flatbed. Dealer told us how. Start-Off Assist jerks back on flat ground!! This is normal? Otherwise great car.
What was I thinking?
Jenny, 02/27/2016
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
One year ago I bought this car for about a year it ran wonderfully at 110,000 miles As soon as I went over the 110 Mark issues began to happen new alternator AC valve problems battery went dead just no longer felt safe in this car This is supposed to be a supreme luxury vehicle I did not expect these problems till at least 200,000 miles I'm going back to my Lexus RX thank you
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One mans garbage is another's pot of gold
Juan, 10/29/2016
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Wanted to write my own review of this machine. I got a hold of this truck at eight years old with 56500 miles on it. For being that old with two previous drivers, this truck still looks like new, and it seems to have been built with quality exterior paint and strong leather that also looks new. After reading a few of these reviews I can see why people complain about the third row seating, it's really meant for kids under 5 feet. The rear view camera doesn't function well at night. The transmission is a beast but when going through first and second gear it doesn't seem to sync right after that it's all down hill. I enjoy the 350 hp, the panoramic sunroof, all accessible controls, quit ride, bright led lights, the onboard diagnostic feature. I hope my review doesn't change in the next year.
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markie73, 03/10/2011
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
The BMW X5 transmission does not work and BMW America is aware of the situation and will not correct the problem..I love BMW but the service received from BMW I will never driver another one or recommend it to anyone for that matter.
Beware of the X5 - Very Disappointed
mattshahidi, 01/15/2009
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
At first the X5 was great to drive until all the problems started. What we did not know about the X5 is that it has a history of electrical problems. BMW has yet to fix them for 2009. If you are unfortunate to have these the dealers will never be able to fix them. Be aware if you have a fatal or any other warning light it will show up in the computer, so you must tend to it right away to avoid liability. As for contacting BMW assist, forget about it if you have a problem on a weekend. Better yet, just have a second car. Less disappointing that way.
Great performance and reliability
jhersey, 06/02/2014
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2008 4.8 X5 new. I now have 75k miles and have not had any major issues. This car has been a joy to drive and very reliable. I had one issue with the adaptive headlights, but that was covered under warranty. I did not purchase an extended warranty and very happy with that decision as it would have been a waste of money. Consumer reports rates this vehicle low for reliability and my experience says they got this one wrong. Glad I did not trust their analysis.
Worst Car I have owned
coolking, 10/01/2014
updated 10/06/2017
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 23 people found this review helpful
I have had X5 for about 1.10 years now put at about 30K miles(Normal family use mostly on Highway). First I have to say this is a drivers car. Fun stops right about here. Already I have spend $6000 on it. $3000 for random repair and $3000 for regular service at a BMW shop. Cost to own does not even have gallons and gallons of Gas I have put in it yet. City MPG about 12/13 mpg and about 18/19 mpg on highway. A combine score of 15/16 mpg. So doing the math cost to own this car is 7481.25 + $6000 = $13481.25 (lol). Mistake of my life I have to say. I have heard that they have made this better in 2014, I guess I will never know :)....
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Not for What it Cost
Lt Dan, 04/02/2009
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I'll make this blunt. I have had the car over a year now and put 15k miles on it. Overall nice vehicle. Very fast and handles great. Its a BMW and it rides like one. The back up camera is useless at night. Had it in the shop for 3 days to fix it. There is nothing wrong with it, it is junk. Gas mileage is lousy. Run flat tires can not be fixed, at least not by BMW. Get a nail as I did, you're out $280. I agree with one poster who mentioned it does not shift consistently. Sometimes it lurches into gear enough to snap your head back if you stomp on it. Voice controls stink. I had an Acura RL which had a great system (I think it was by Alpine) BMW's will have you yelling at the car. Not intuitive.
So far so good
Patrick, 02/04/2009
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great driving. Sun visors are not very useful. Running boards need to have a re design. They are not user friendly. Any rain or snow leaks any time you open doors. Needs a drip rail or something. How did that get through? No trailer receiver available either? Only had one problem with the 3rd row heat not working. Took dealer 5 days to fix. Otherwise very nice.
disappointment
carol fries, 01/29/2010
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Beginning May 15th 2009 the battery went dead 9 times, always when I needed it most, until Nov 13th & the service dept was no help at all. They actually had the salesman deliver it to us on Saturday night Nov 14th saying it was our problem! It was our 3rd X5 & we'd had with no trouble with the others but I fixed the problem myself by buying a Mercedes GL450. bye bye bmw!
WHAT DID BMW DO TO THE QUALITY 00000000
marc1959, 12/15/2011
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
WOW "" I had a 2005 X5 That was the best car I ever owned But when I bought into this piece of plastic crap very poor qualiyt all the way around what did they to' what was a mastered car. I can't wait to trade back to an 05 06 no power poor sound system And a flawed I drive I have a 6 cy but the car thinks it's a v12 very poor on gas I will cost me 15 K loss But I will be back to an 05 06 . and if you have an 05 06 hang on to it my last one had over 140K And ran like new when I made my fatal mistake $ 38K Mistake
Dont buy a used 2008 X5 with high miles.
ZK, 08/14/2019
updated 02/24/2020
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchased my used 2008 BMW X5 4.8 with 52K then had it for over 6 years in which I must have spent over $10K in repairs but I did put 100K miles on it. At the end I gave up on the X5 due to never ending repairs plus it was burning about a quart of oil every 3-4 weeks. When the car didn't break down it was great to drive by the visits to the repair shop every 3-4 months was too much. Will never purchase a used luxury car again and will only lease if possible since the overall maintenance cost is not worth the money and especially the hassle on a used luxury car.
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Good! But not great.
SKADOOSHY, 07/17/2024
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My family bought an X5 ‘08 3.0si. It is good. But not perfect. First of all, let’s talk about the goodies first and then the baddies. Goodies: Great handling, as nimble as we want it to be, gives you a calm feeling that this vehicle is grippy, and it is! Good quality interior, with leather everywhere and wood, good sound isolation and one of the best looking BMW’s ever. The bad things are still there: Stiff ride, which is not surprising given that the vehicle handles really good, but still, the competitors offer more comfortable and refined ride, reliability isn’t the best, had to fix transmission after vehicle stopped moving and the costs are pretty expensive. Overall: Good, but not great.
Fantastic Vehicle
lisaann525, 04/19/2008
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I seriously love this car. I traded in my QX56 because I was tired of how big and bulky it was and I was tired of not being able to see around the vehicle while driving. I was looking at larger vehicles and drove the BMW on a whim. I am so glad. We ended up ordering one loaded up. If you need the utility of a sport utility but you miss driving a sporty car, this is the vehicle for you. And I drove many, many vehicles. The only vehicle that compared was the Mercedes GL550, and it didn't have every feature I wanted and I felt like an old lady in it.
2008 BMW X5 3.0
KP, 05/14/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This SUV handles the road best, compared to all the SUVs I have ever driven. Remarkable attention to detail, best looking interior immediately caught my attention. When I test drove, its handle on road made me feel like I am driving my convertible. Front and rear heated car seats, USB interface-play music from your flash drive or iPhone/iPod, panoramic moon-roof, just amazing. Comfort Access-never take out your car key from your pocket, I didnt know I would love it so much. . Real time traffic info and rerouting feature from navigation is just amazing.
Inspires driving confidence, but flawed.
AbaundvrM3, 01/14/2009
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Overall my wife and I love the X5, its classy, rides good, and gets decent mileage. Average 18 mpg in mixed driving, but 40 hp more would help move it better. On the Autobahn the faster you drive the better it runs and it gets the same 17 mpg at 110 as 80 mph! We keep the baby seat in the center, but it lacks the latch anchors so we have to stagger the two side seat anchoring points. Also, my biggest beef with the X5 is the factory running boards. While making it sportier they get in the way getting in/out. My poor wife gets dirty every time she puts the baby seat in. Lastly, the driver's seat always ends up in the wrong spot even w/memory seats, a few flaws that get irritating!
Schizophrenic Transmission
Chuck, 01/24/2009
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Transmission shift points unpredictable, hangs in lower gears sometimes, have to upshift manually. Also, run flat tires are awful. Problem with parking brake locking up will not release by electronic control, had to release by manual method in truck compartment. ROYAL PAIN in the rain this morning. Good luck.
Nice SUV
TN, 09/10/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I looked at and test drove MB-350, Q-56, Escalade and found the BMW to ride the best. I am a previous BMW owner (335I) but wanted a SUV this time. The ride is smooth and I had mine custom ordered. Only have had it for a month but so far I am very happy.
BMW X5 - 3.0i
BMW Lover, 10/07/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Recently purchased a new BMW X5 after test driving Lexus GX, Toyota Highlander and other. BMW by far was the best to drive. The handling is smoothest of any car I have driven and really gives you confidence. The front interior cabin was the largest of all I test drove. The iDrive takes some getting used to but now I love it. I got the 3rd row seat as that is the only model they had thinking it was not a big deal as it would be folded down most of the time, but it also means you have no spare tire and have run-flats. I would suggest negotiating the extended tire warranty in the deal with a third row seat. Gas mileage is ok.
2008 X5 now worthless
Tom, 11/23/2020
updated 05/28/2024
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Clogged roof drains (I figured it out not the dealer) caused electrical problems under rear floor mats which lead to display and warning lights indicating worn out rear brakes. Not true. Then the I Drive display went to almost zero illumination. Then the parking brake module died..$2500.. now a valve cover oil leak threatens the variable valve timing module. $2000 plus. Only 185,000 km. Regular suspension repairs due to corrosion. Right front door handle has turned to rubber goo from someones sun block.. should never happen. The list goes on and on. But it still looks really good even though the plastic headlight covers are crazing from u.v. Just a bad bad car.. we havent bothered to fix these last issues because the repairs cost more than the car is worth. Run. Don't look back. To quote the Nothern Pikes "She ain't pretty she just looks that way" May 2022. I still have the same feelings about this car. Looks good, handles nice, average gas consumption but high test at $2.30 a liter means $175 a tank or more. Poor reliability though. Automobile assn. would not flatbed it one year on the wifes card, 5 trips to the shop on her card, 2 on mine. Hunk of junk. If you want to waste money go ahead but there are better used cars out there.
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Parts warranty is a joke!
Stephen Loiacono, 09/03/2019
updated 03/05/2020
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Fuel pump went out on interstate 80 in remote Wyoming 18 months after being replaced by a dealer on a recall. Called BMW customer service to start the process of getting reimbursed for the defective part. Was told it is not covered unless repaired by a certified BMW dealer. What are you supposed to do when there is no dealers within 250 miles. All told this breakdown cost over $2k. Thanks BMW for nothing!!!
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2008 BMW X5 SAV
nyranger74, 11/20/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased the X5 3.0 3 weeks ago. I absolutely love this vehicle. I'm not going to lie and say the V6 is a monster, but it is more than adequate. For the difference in price, I got a fully loaded vehicle. The ride is superb, the seats are very comfortable (active driver seat with sport package and ventilated seats). The sound system is awesome (Premium sound). The iDrive is extremely simple to use and very intuitive. The computer is kind of slow to load, but it is a DVD based system. The Navigation system is very good. The rear camera is awful. During the day the resolution is fair, and at night its atrocious; what are you gonna do. That is my biggest gripe.
One of a kind
One of a kind, 08/07/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my first BMW and I'm loving every inch of it, from the exterior to the interior. I can't say enough when it comes to its quality, I would say BMW engineers really did a good job. But the gas mileage is just too much for a V6. Other than that, this car is awesome. Maybe next time I will get the 4.8i version and see the power difference.
A real driving machine
mb, 12/13/2008
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have been an Acura/Honda owner for the past 7 cars but the MDX was just too ugly so that forced me to look around. I am so delighted I found the X5. It is a monster in the 4.8. Very classy, clean design inside especially. 3rd row seat is a waste. Literally I have not opened it up yet. The tech on the X5 nav etc is about 90% as good as Acura but the MDX ride does not compare. The 4.8 is a race car and races through fuel to be sure. Even with the 4.8, sport package - pretty much loaded it still does not have power lift gate. That is a little lame.
Selling two X5 that are only 65km as spare parts
Ali, 11/25/2019
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought two X5 one for my dad and another for my brother, the cars always had problems and needed to go to the agency, which costed us huge amount per visit we ended up fixing them in normal garage which made them even worser, the main problem with them is that it used to have a stiff ride, secondly the gear used to have problems, thirdly there was always smell of a gas inside the car which I tried to fix but unfortently without success, Finally I would never ever by a BMW once again in my life.
Ultimate driving and maintenance experience!
08 BMW X5 Owner, 07/02/2021
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
As some others have noted the X5 is great to drive but very expensive to own. Every part and cost to repair starts at just under $1k! The dealer offers a 90 days 0% finance charge on repairs and I can see why. You can go in for an oil change and not leave without a $5k bill for all the other issues they identify. After this I am going back to Lexus.
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A Beauty and a Beast
tcpch, 08/04/2011
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
Just purchased a very low mileage CPO. This car is very powerful yet very refined. Works well with two kids around town, but it really shines on the freeway. So smooth, so stable, even over 75 mph with twists and turns... Lower end power not as ideal as I'd hoped (it's a heavy vehicle), but once you get going it's like flying a jet fighter. Technology works great (for 2008 vintage) and iPod integration, bluetooth, and everything else is seamless. Actually love the iDrive- it's intuitive and really lets you customize the car how you want it. Just spend an hour learning it- it's well worth it. Yes, it guzzles gas, but if you buy this vehicle you know what you're getting into.
2008 BMW X5
Dick P, 01/05/2008
2008 BMW X5 4.8i 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the first BMW we've owned. Have had many SUVs prior. This is a keeper. It was supposed to be my car but my wife keeps using it. Great car. Local driving gets 14 MPG but it gets 23 on the longer trips. We love it.
Great! As expected.
Nick9597, 10/23/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We just leased this 2008 X5 a couple of weeks ago and we are so happy with it! My wife had a 2002 X5 a while back and it was her "dream car". This X5 is 10 times the car the previous X5 was! BMW has certainly hit the mark on this X5. Beautiful design and the quality integrity is unmatched. BMW again has reminded me how great of a company they are. It's also very comforting to know that we are basically 100% percent covered with the BMW Maintenance / Service plan. That is such a nice perk!
Nice looking and fun to drive
CL, 07/02/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my first BMW. I just broke the 1k break-in period. If you expected a race car-like feel for X5, you will be disappointed. The V6 3.0si is clearly not a M3. Maybe the 4.8 will be better. I picked 3.0 for the slightly better gas mileage. Overall, this is an excellent SUV. Drives better than my Mercedes E320. The transmission picks up swiftly and smoothly. Great brakes. The new space gray color matches well with the style. I don't have the active steering so my wife complains about the heavy steering in parking lots. The worst thing is battery. Since they loaded so many things on the car which consume power, the battery wouldn't last long if you don't drive it for a while.
So far so good
Third BMW, 11/14/2008
2008 BMW X5 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love BMWs -- went from a '06 325 and a GMC Acadia (way too many things went wrong) to an X5. Happy so far, although I miss the feeling of "zipping around" that I had in my 325.