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Fuel Efficient & Quick

Kelly, 07/03/2018
2016 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful

If you are looking for great fuel efficiency combined with quick performance at a stop light or stop and go traffic, this is the SUV for you. I've really enjoyed this vehicle and plan to keep it for several more years. I average 29.2 miles per gallon in mostly city driving and I'm not light on the accelerator. I love how quick it is off the line, we really enjoy the panoramic sunroof, seat heaters work outstanding, iDrive is the best technology mgmt system in my opinion and it is a comfortable highway cruiser. The dog fits in the back. And, something that will be hard to replace in other models is the fold down tailgate, not only is it great to sit on, but it also allows the dog to hop up without scratching the bumper paint. We really enjoy this car and don't see a reason to replace it at this point. We hope BMW brings back the diesel in the next version of the X5; we'll be loyal fans!

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Best BMW X5 Yet

Larry Nellans, 09/19/2015
2016 BMW X5 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful

This is the sixth BMW X5 I have owned and it is the best yet. The stearing and handeling is fantastic and so smooth and easy, just like driving a car.

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Sports Car In SUV Clothing!!

Chris, 05/03/2016
2016 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
18 of 21 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is amazing! I have the 50i M-Sport w/ 20inch staggered wheels. My previous vehicle was an 2011 BMW 550xi M-Sport. All I have to say with comparing the two is the X5 feels quicker and handles better then the sedan. If you enjoy driving your vehicle like a sports car then you have to option the Dynamic Handling Package. This package makes this vehicle feel like its a 3series. Makes this huge suv very nimble in the corners it's worth every penny. I also love the quality in the interior BMW has come along way with there interiors. Especially with the Mocha Nappa Interior gives the vehicle a very rich feel. I love this SUV in my opinion I don't think there is anything else out there for the price that compares to the X5 for performance, comfort, handling, & safety. I would recommend this SUV everybody!

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x5 is excellent

jay sullivan, 05/20/2017
2016 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
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great car in normal use,but just back from 1000 mile fishing trip it returned 35.4 mpg .First time going off road it goes up steep ,loose grades ,bearly spining a tire. Power is always there no matter what speed. Totally successful execution of an suv

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2016 BMW X5 Xdrive 35i

Mr. Ford, 11/03/2015
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2016 BMW X5 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
50 of 67 people found this review helpful

Updated review November 2018: Still score it an overall 5 stars. The more you learn how to use the technologies the enjoyment level increases. Highly recommend taking the BMW driving class to fully appreciate using BMW's performance capabilities. If I had to point out a negative it would be using voice commands to achieve a desired outcome e.g. BMW's voice command for this model/year aren't usable/effective and in fact they are disabling vice enabling and BMW should consider offering at least 2 map updates for the 70K investment. Our original review below is still accurate. The 2016 X5 35i is overall a 5 star SUV. Hands down, easy to assess. I am a "data miner" e.g. I research details, options, value, ratings, consumer reports/previous performance, warranties, etc. and I competively shop. I set our budget at 70K realizing that with all the reasonable extras to include interior and exterior protection, taxes/registration, etc. that the vehicle price is just the beginning. I spent just over 70K for everything and we have a "beautiful" BMW. I compared the 2016 Audi Q7, the 2016 Volvo XC90, 2016 ML Mercedes Benz, Land Rover LR series, Yukon Denali and the Lincoln Navigator/Cadillac Escalade. NONE fit into the overall 2016 BMW X5. I would have joyfully bought any that could stand against the X5 but if this was a mid size SUV Superbowl, BMW X5 would have the 2016 ring! I built the X5 on-line and the dealership was superb. BMW service is well above average. NO REGRETS! It's strong, luxurious, spacious, reliable, and full of effective technology. Visibility, comfort, etc. is so well designed/engineered. Highly recommend the contour seats and the premium package options.

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