Used 2016 BMW X5 SUV Consumer Reviews

Better than anticipated

Love the car. Rides better than anticipated. Looking forward to many years of riding enjoyment.

No regrets, but.....

It's a solid vehicle with good performance and quality. However, for such a premium SUV, they have omitted or neglected a few features. Here are a few gripes: The tail gate will not open by waving your foot under the rear bumper for a completely hands free experience. This feature has been standard on all 5 series since 2012 and is especially useful for an SUV. After years of developing and updating idrive, why does BMW not update the idrive compatibility and new features (i.e. Apple Play) automatically and remotely via the existing satellite connection? Why are the front turn signals not LED like the 5 series sedans? We've owned several late model BMW's over the past few years. We get the impression over the years the design has become more attractive, however the decreasing quality and cost cutting measures are getting more obvious. We're tempted to try Audi products next time. Our friends are impressed with their new Q7's and A4.

First full year of enjoyment completed!

This is my third X5 and they just keep getting better. This 2016 with the 5.0 V-8 is a rocket and handles like a dream. This is my Dailey driver and business car that rides like the 5 series and will pull my fishing boat on the weekends. This is a performance machine so don't expect exceptional mileage. When I drive the interstate at 70- 75 the mileage is 23 but around town 16-17 with all the starting and stops- heavy machine so you should expect it. My last 2012 was the diesel an I got 20 in town and 26 Highway. Amazingly got 12.5 pulling a boat 950 miles to Florida! I like the diesel but wanted a change. I'm a gear head and have a Corvette, so I enjoy performance and handling. You really cannot compare this to another V6 SUV, this V-8 with 440 hp can run with the Porsch SUV for 25k less.

Engine Failure at 51,900 miles

We are so disappointed in our X5! Our engine died at 51,900 miles on the highway on the way to the mountains. The warranty expired at 50k miles. The dealer offered us "goodwill" of 60 percent of the cost of repairs but we still have a $9,300 bill on a car that we have owned for 41 months. We did perform routine maintenance. Very disappointing considering we paid $75k for this car and purchased it for reliability, luxury and piece of mind! We do not feel like BMW stood by their product at all.

Wanted to...

Looking for a new car to upgrade from my MDX I decided to give the X5 a test. The car handled wonderfully and felt like driving a much smaller car. The interior was terrific and felt very luxurious. The infotainment center seemed to work flawlessly with a beautiful display. My big issue with the X5 is the amount of cargo space. I wanted to love this car so much I was trying to determine if I could overlook the cargo space, but it is just much too small. I even decided to take with my large cooler on my second test drive to see if I could squeeze everything in. For such a nice utility vehicle it would be better for BMW to find a way to double the cargo capacity. A real third row is unnecessary, but real cargo space is.

Best BMW X5 Yet

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.

Sports Car In SUV Clothing!!

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!

2016 BMW X5 Xdrive 35i

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.

First BMW and won't be the last. Love the X5

Overall a great purchase. I tried them all and this one got me by the short hairs. Top notch interior and exterior. A real pleasure to drive. Visibility is fantastic. It might take me two months to learn the electronics, but it's all there. Stunning vehicle.

Buy one today!

It is a great vehicle. Quiet. Nicely engineered ride.

Outstanding SAV!

I bought my X5 i35 SDrive in late 2016, fully loaded , Sport package and all the safety features. Had some doubts between the X drive and the S Drive, went for the S drive and have no regrets. Great car, safe and sooth ride , very happy with the 300 HP and the Sport feature what boost the power, definitively fun to drive , specially in the s mode. Upgraded the tires to all season Continentals and they perform great in snow...we have got over 35 inches so far.. in the NJ area.

Love the X5

Great performance you expect from a BMW. Comfortable and stylish while practical.

Missing key feature

But the 2017 X5 to upgrade the computer and display. 2016 can not be upgraded to enable Apple Carplay.

Incredible vehicle, effortless steering, swift

Very pricey but worth it!! I do have the 20" wheels sport package and the ride is a little rougher and will pull some on rutted roads. The sporty look though subdues any worries!! Awesome ride!!

Horrible Gas Mileage- dont believe the stats from

I have had the BMW X5 for 7 months. It rides comfortably. The voice commands are still iffy and make mistakes. I speak clearly with no accent and it still makes mistakes, especially on navigating and pulling up your phone contact list. I drive 50% in traffic in Atlanta and 50% highway driving on GA 400. The gas mileage on highway never gets above 18 to 19mpg. The gas mileage in traffic gets 15 to 17mpg. The average per the computer is 17.3 after 6 months. I took the car in and the technicians said this is normal and there are no settings to improve the gas mileage other than using eco-boost. I frequently use the eco-boost mode and it makes about .2mpg difference. Very little. I am light on the throttle and brakes about 80% of the time, so I don't think that's a big factor. The technician said the advertised mpg from BMW is shown under ideal conditions on a track and going 55 miles per hour. I wish BMW disclosed this when I first purchased the car. I end up filling my car twice a week now. My wife's Lexus RX 350 is a comparable SUV and gets about 24 miles per gallon, with similar driving habits and good acceleration. Its a much better deal. Corvette gets better gas mileage which is pretty sad. The only thing I like better about the BMW X5 over the Lexus RX350 is the entertainment system. Much more intuitive and easier to use in BMW. If that's not as important to you, then, save some money and get the Lexus.

Love this ride

I was looking for a sporty SUV that was roomy and luxurious, but still fun to drive. This rig checks all the boxes for me. Love the features and the feel. This particular model is equipped with the reliable turbo inline 6, but has the M-sport package that has a lot of extra nice features. It will take me a while to figure out all the gadgets, but so far, I don't have one complaint.

Excellent combination of beauty and beast!!!

Look out for the features available on X5 like luxury line, 20 inches Y spoke wheels, Premium Package, Harman/ Kardon Surround sound system, Surround view camera etc.

Nothing compares

Perfect Ride

Great vehicle but costly to add features

Lots of Japanese cars come with features that are standard and BMW will charge for them. Not competitive. Overall good ride quality, OK interior.

Great Driving, poor spacer

If want cargo area for SUV, very disappointing. Previous model much better

Step it up BMW

This is my second X5. I love everything about the car with a few exceptions. I find the driver’s seat to be a bit too firm on a long trip. Wish it was a bit softer. Second, the basic technology is lagging. My son just bought a Honda CRV with more standard technology than my 5. Backup cameras and side warning systems are getting pretty standard on other cars. BMW needs to step it up. Lastly, the nose of my latest X5 looks too much like a Chrysler. That said, l love the split tailgate, the interior lighting, the cargo space and everything else about the car.

Best Luxury SUV

For the price point thesis the best mid-size luxury SUV. The SUV handles like a car and BMEW has reduced the weight so it is preppy and ver responsive to the accelerator.

2016 BMW X5 35i going strong

There are some very good things about this car. It seems faster than advertised 0-60 and 60-0. Space and comfort are very good. Fit and finish are all as expected for mid level BMW... although I did have one small trim piece on a vent pop off and have to be glued back on. There is a lot of tech in this car.... feels like I am still learning it after 1 year of ownership. Ours has one of the lower safety/autonomous levels, and lacks adaptive cruise or lane adjustment. I average 17-18 in town and 23-24 on the highway. We looked at 1 year newer MDX and X3 before deciding on this one and I'm glad we did. First major service found boot tears/leaks in rear axels and cost $1800 to fix both. Otherwise no complaints. UPDATE - this has been a great car so far. I feel like the tech is finally learned, and only complaint is how long the heater takes to warm up on very cold days. 81k miles, and definitely considering another BMW in the future.

OWNER

A LOT OF RUBBER NOISE ON THE ROAD

powerful car for size

shop around in all of united states to get best deal.Bought our car from Florida.

A real luxury performance vehicle

Go get something else

Terrible technology. My third BMW X5. 2018 model is very disappointing. No technology compared to competition. Can name a few better comparison - Range Rover, Mercedes GL series. Lexus. Interior is very cheap. No massage setting on x5 60k vechile. Very disappointed. Please do a recall to do an interior redesign.

Awesome

Comfort that is hard to beat

Already have a 2015 BMW X5, and went and bought a second, and now we have a 2016 X5 model. Comfort and reliability that is hard to beat. For the price point, BMW packs in more for your dollar than other manufactures. Not saying the others are poor quality, just that BMW took time and effort to make this a car brand that one is likely to come back to again and again in the future.

Love it

Beautiful but ....

I give it two stars because it's beautiful to look at and drives nice but has terrible technology issues. This is my 6th BMW and the X5 is the worst, very disappointing! Technology doesn't work consistently X5 riddled with little problems. But dam it's beautiful and drives great but for the price I'm going with someone else next time. Hey BWM, if you even care about what your customers say (i.e run-flats that everyone hates...) and we all no you don't, hire a Japanese auto company to do your electronics cause you just can't.