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BMW X5 35d

Kim C, 11/19/2019
updated 11/28/2022
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful

Outstanding torque and mileage. After 18,000 miles, the average mpg is 28.4. We have averaged 80 mph for 600 miles at over 31 mpg. No repairs, just yearly fluid changes. Very comfortable, quiet and a great all around vehicle. After 31,000 miles no issues and average mileage almost 29. We really enjoy the diesel performance and mileage over the gas equivalent. Too bad they have gone away in the US. With the diesel X5 no longer available we switched to a 2021 X5 plug-in hybrid. It did not compare well to the diesel and we traded it for another brand after six months. The extra weight of the battery and the soft ride did not feel like the ultimate driving machine. Maybe we should have tried one of the gas only powered ones.

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Devastated! 2018 X5 40e broke my heart

Maggie, 06/29/2022
2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful

I purchased a 2018 BMW X5 40e and have loved it! It has been my favorite all time car! I have done all of the scheduled maintenance at the BMW dealership. It has 40,000 miles but the 4 year warranty expired 3 months ago. The drive train malfunction light came on and suggested that I not turn off the car because it may not restart. I had it towed to the dealership. The service department called me and said it would be $3200 just to diagnose it because something is wrong with the lithium battery. It is a very labor intensive process and each of the 8 modules need to be disassembled and tested. And the repairs, once discovered, could be up to $20,000 depending on how many modules are bad. They recommended I trade it in and not do the diagnosis. The battery may or may not be covered under the battery warranty. They said it’s 50/50. I do not recommend this car. There is no reason for this battery to go out. It has low miles and I have taken exceptional care of this vehicle.

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Reliable, safe, high MPG, flawless.

Vin Tanner, 03/25/2018
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
42 of 45 people found this review helpful

This is our 2nd X5 35d. Both have been trouble free. Mileage is much better than projected. Will have to choose other brand now that BMW has dropped diesels.

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More than you expect

Mark G, 08/09/2018
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
35 of 38 people found this review helpful

Previously had a ML350 bluetec. The ride, handling and performance are superior on all counts. And that is not even counting better MPG. The only three area's that I find the X5 short in are backseat room, specifically legroom, slightly smaller cargo area and confusing and lacking equipment packages. My thought is that a number of options on the X5 for a luxury SUV could and should be standard. I cannot express the significant difference in handling and engine performance vs the ML 350. If you are not familiar with diesel you will be hard pressed to notice the difference against a typical gasoline engine. Certainly X5 owners with a gasoline model will notice the difference, but it is important to express that the diesel is not lacking by any means. Price aside it is a good value for the money and you will not be disappointed. Going on 8 months now and couldn't be happier.

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Still loving it after 127,000 miles

Bret, 03/13/2019
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
38 of 42 people found this review helpful

I am a diesel guy. I have owned many diesel vehicles and decided to drive the X5-35d for fun...my wife and I were hooked from the moment we accelerated off the dealers lot. We have owned this vehicle now for 7 months and are getting 33 MPG average driving in the mountains of Colorado and I do not drive conservatively:) We love the handling, the safety features, and there are so many little engineered surprises in this vehicle. Our warranty is now over. We have not had any issues other than the sunroof needed to be repaired and it may have been our fault. We plan to keep this vehicle for a long time, at least 200,000 miles...unless it proves to become expensive to keep going. March 15, 2022--We are now over 90,000 miles and still loving it. Have not had any issues and still going with original brakes. Had to replace the brakes on front and rear at 96,000; pretty good for mountain driving, especially the way I drive! No other issues whatsoever. March 16, 2024, Happy to report no issues whatsoever at 127,000 miles.

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Real world mpg of 2018 BMW X5xDrive40e

ddukes575, 07/18/2019
2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
31 of 34 people found this review helpful

I drive 18 miles to work, and charge the car at each end of my commute. During the commute, I drive in electric mode only until it runs out of electricity (9sually 12- 14 miles), and then on gas for the last few miles. Based upon the BMW app which monitors the car's performance each trip, I regularly get 130-150 miles per gallon during my commute. However, once I leave my commute routine, the mileage plummets. On all gas, I get about 24 mpg. But if its a combination of commuting to work and going away for the weekend (with no charging over the weekend), it appears that I average in the low 30's overall. Bottom line: if you have a short commute and are willing to charge at both ends, you can achieve amazing mileage. Otherwise, its probably not worth the hassle of dealing with the electric. As a comparison, in my Lexus Hybrid SUV, I averaged in the high 20's with no external charging.

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Hot 40e

Al smith, 11/07/2018
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful

For my 82 K, really love this vechical, after reading the othe reviews I’ve had NONE of the other problems referred to, mine is a 5 star, mileage is running well over 30mpg 11/10/21. Still love it nothing to really add. 10 stars , 2022, nothing new to add it’s still purring Wright along still no problems to report fabulous vehicle

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Love this car

TXTransplant, 04/05/2021
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful

I bought this car, used, fresh off a lease, fully loaded, at a fraction of the cost. I absolutely love how comfortable this thing is - the multicontour seats with ventilation are a must in these SE TX summers. I love the ease of use of the technology and the heads up display with the directions right in front of you is a.maz.ing. Makes long road trips effortless! The gas mileage with a diesel has been phenomenal - I’ve only filled up 4 times since I picked it up in Dec20 (it’s Apr21 now) and I drive this thing everywhere. Can’t say enough good things about it!!! UPDATE: I don’t know if there’s a single thing I would change. I have 53k miles and haven’t had a single problem.

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Excellent pre-owned value with pace and grace

jimyfromDC, 01/13/2021
2018 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

iDrive entertainment system is the best when it comes to UI. This generation is perfect since it has the right level of digital and analog details. The interior and exterior styling is understated and the reason you get the X5 is for the engine! The V8 is so silky smooth. The car is tuned more for comfort than sport, but if you get the M-Sport suspension as I did the handling is greatly improved. If you can find one with the Dynamic Handling Package, it takes handling to another level, but due to how complicated it is, the long term cost of maintaining it could be pretty high. Overall, the X5 is a great combination of comfort, space and handling. So far, it's been very reliable, although as some have pointed out it does have body squeaks from plastic rubbing together in some places. However, it is really minor in an otherwise rock-solid SUV.

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Most limited PHEV Battery I have seen

KyleWS, 02/22/2023
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I owned a Honda Clarity Plug in Hybrid and consistently got 30 or 40 miles of range on a plug-in charge. I bought a 4 year old X5 40e and I am only getting 9 miles. The furthest I ever got was 12.9 miles...without using any AC or heat! If it takes 5 hours to charge, I am not sure if it is even worth the electricity to go only 9 miles. I had the BMW dealer check and all the battery cells are fine, even though the warranty expects you to get 30 miles, they say they can not do anything because the batter is working properly....

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Fast, solid, and hungry

Wine Country Guy, 11/21/2018
2018 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
14 of 17 people found this review helpful

After having a 3 and then a 5 series, this car was my first foray into SUV land since growing up driving a Chevy Suburban. This car is solid and is very good looking...I get compliments all the time on the appearance. It just feels solid driving as well, but the 4.4 liter twin turbo V8 doesn't make it feel heavy or sluggish at all. But the cost to that is a gas station visit is more frequent--which after owning a 535i took some getting used to. But every time I start it and hear the low V8 grumble it puts a smile on my face.

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Rock Solid Car

Gordon from New Jersey, 10/04/2018
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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I’ve owned dozens of cars, foreign and domestic, and the X5 tops my list in every respect. Most importantly, this car delivers a sense of confidence, in terms of performance, connection with the road, and overall safety. I'm proud to drive and own this car.

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Wish I could return

Chris Oakley, 10/04/2018
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
59 of 81 people found this review helpful

This is definitely the worst car I've ever purchased. I paid $85k for my 2018 BMW X5. I've had numerous issues since I purchased it. It was not aligned from the factory and I had to take it in almost immediately to have an alignment done. The seatbelts were really noisy in the front seats. I had them replaced and they are a bit better now, but it's ridiculous to have this issue on such an expensive car. The electronics leave a lot to be desired. Sometimes it will automatically switch driver profiles. Sometimes it won't. There doesn't seem to be any reason why. Even the so-called "geniuses" at the dealer didn't know why. At around 8,000 miles, several interior panels started rattling and making noise. The seat motor in the passenger seat went out and that had to be replaced. I'm so done with this car and BMW. It's my first and definitely my last. There are some nice things about the car, but it's pretty hard for me to enjoy them when there are so many other things wrong with it.

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Overall Review

Alex S., 02/23/2022
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I purchased this vehicle from Carmax. This is both a beautiful and economical road trip vehicle with all the amenities I wanted and then some. I took the vehicle to the dealer for recall work and had to change the serpentine belt and rear brakes. So I would strongly recommend to have the vehicle immediately checked out by a BMW dealer to ensure it is fine. Excellent on long rides, especially economical with fuel, but the run flat tires are pretty rough. I can drive from Northern California to Southern California (one way) easily on 1 full tank with plenty of fuel to spare. Also I would recommend a extended warranty.

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Can’t believe it is a diesel

Greg, 01/10/2018
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
20 of 27 people found this review helpful

Have been very happy with ride/comfort/options. Overall quickness and agility is impressive. Sport mode is quite fun. Only complaint is the ‘door sill’ that sticks out and gets in the way when exiting/entering vehicle.

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Great date; long term commitment?

David, 03/02/2021
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful

My second X5d and there is so much to like, particularly the performance/handling, the driving position, interior trim that is smart but not cushy and technology to name a few. Getting a hitch installed was a major hassle both times, and in fact I moved the equipment from one to the next on my dime. Regrettably experienced a failed fuel pump on my 2018 that apparently imploded and resulted in a major repair. Fortunately under warranty! Love the vehicle but just don't know if it is to be trusted over the long-haul.

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Solid Performer

Charlie, 05/28/2021
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2018 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I got a CPO X5 50i with M Sport package. Has virtually every option and runs perfectly. Had about 27K on it when I got it, but my mechanic says it was like new. I have had it for 2 years now and it has 47K miles on it. Still runs perfectly with zero issues. A few more rock hits on the paint than I like, but that is what touchup paint is for. All in all, still one great ride I intend to keep for more years to come.

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AWESOME vehicle, a true blast to drive and own

Steve L, 11/05/2021
2018 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
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super power and handling, everything you want in an SUV with the handling and power if a sports car. Quality is everywhere, buy, drive and smile.... Two negatives after owning this for awhile now, otherwise all good: 1. I am 6'2", 230 lbs. When I get out of the drivers seat, the side panel with seat controls bends away from the seat, has not impacted anything yet but it needs to be stronger in order to last as long as the rest of the vehicle. 2. Learn to use your cruise control because you WILL speed constantly in this vehicle. I find its impossible to gauge how fast we are going due to the M suspension, quiet ride and responsiveness of the drive train. Even with a heads up display this monster just wants to go go go, and you can be doing way over a city speed limit while thinking you are fine. This is a superior SAV / SUV in all respects and offers exceptional value in return for its premium price

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100K and Still Happy

Toxman, 12/31/2021
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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I'm a road warrior and have driven this 2018 over 116K miles with no serious problems. I still smile when I start the engine. The Door locks and windshield wippers have been the only frustrations. The drivers door door lock control was replaced withing the first month after purchase...it did not fix the problem. The good news is that I can live with the problem...it does not always lock or unlock but after many tries I finally win the battle. The windshield wiper software is another issue. To put it bluntly I hate the software. You have no control over the wipers as the software over rides your input and it is most frustrating. Other than these two issues I am still in love with my X5. I had two Toyota Highlanders prior to the X5 and the gas mileage was worse on the Highlanders. I have a very heavy foot but on the road I get about 22 to 24 mpg. The Highlanders were around 20 mpg and the transmissions sucked as did the infotainment system. The X5 runs circles around the Highlanders. I love my interior and don't know why one of the reviews refered to Plastic Parts, I don't have any. Well maybe the kick plates below the console, etc. I have two nephews that both reach above 6'3 inches and they have never complained about too little leg room in the back seat. I plan on driving this one into the ground.

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Five years of ownership

Architect, 08/29/2023
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Owning Japanese brands all my life, Wanted to buy a Lexus RX (luxurious, comfortable but slightly underpowered car with confusing technology), but finally decided on BMW X5 - different class of vehicle, and with only 5K difference in price, it was a no brainer. Had some concerns based on a common understanding that BMW is less reliable brand, but a fact that it is last production year gave me some peace of mind. To my surprise, this is a most reliable car I ever owned. Zero issues in 5 years - no leaks, no oxygen sensor problems, no rear differential issues, no electrical issues, no exhaust problems - all of the above that I experienced with Toyota and Acura (nothing major, but annoying). Interior/exterior is still beautiful, strong performance, good fuel economy, very easy to use technology. Only negative - service is pretty expensive, and I am servicing this car religiously. Looking for another 5 years of service

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If you like to spend time at the mechanic

Gdl , 08/13/2022
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8 of 13 people found this review helpful

Worst decision I’ve ever made was purchasing a used X5 diesel, two months in and my experience has been the worst ever with a vehicle, in two months the vehicle has cost me 4K dollars in attempted repairs and is now sitting at a dealership with major engine and drivetrain malfunctions. Do yourself a favor don’t buy a used BMW!

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Diesel diesel diesel

Jason R, 08/15/2021
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Go Diesel, it’s by far the best engine in the class and with the right selection of packaging you’ll be very happy with it!!!! Premium seating is a must! $3,100 extra, but it’s worth every penny, I made the mistake of not getting it and totally regret it ever since.

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Very good but could be great

LJS, 03/15/2018
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Mechanics , looks and driving experience are great. However, the plastic interior parts are cheap . The seat controls are a cheap plastic with imprecise movements. The door inserts have sharp edges. For a few dollars the same pieces could be made to have a quality feel like all of my Mercedes do.

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My first and last BMW

Kelly M, 10/16/2018
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I really wanted this car. I like the look and the drive was nice. But I tote my kids around and spend a lot of time in the car. The technology stinks. It looks very fancy but is a lot of clicks and turns to get things done. Very distracting. Also, connecting to my iphone is awful. I still have to control everything but phone calls on my iphone. That requires me to look at my phone, unlock it and mess with it while I am driving. What good is handsfree if it is only to make calls. Don't get me started on how podcasts and audiobooks go back to the beginning if you are unlucky enough to receive a call while listening.

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Poor ac

Don noble, 08/15/2018
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Poor quality ac. Doesn’t cool very good. One side cooler that other not calibeated

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Fabulous!

Heather G, 03/09/2021
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We purchased a certified, pre-owned from BMW of Bellevue. We couldn’t be happier. The car drives like a dream.

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2018 X5 superb

Jack, 12/24/2017
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Gas mileage not as advertised, MSRP high for category.

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Love it more everyday

DougS, 05/17/2020
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This is the only vehicle I’ve owned where the more I drive it, the more I love it! BMW was very thoughtful with control interaction, ergonomics for the driver and it’s a seriously ballsy grocery getter! So fun, quiet, and smooth to drive.

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LOVE the X5!

David, 11/02/2020
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I love my BMW X5! It's very comfortable to drive and very easy to use all the "gadgets" that is comes with...I highly recommend it if you are in the market for an SUV!

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The best of both worlds.

Eve, 01/02/2023
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I either drive very short distance around town or make trips more than 150 miles. This is the best suv for those purposes. The cabin is refined and sound system is the best out of all competitors. I’ve had it since 2018 and still don’t see a reason to upgrade to the bmw iX or Tesla. I’m still waiting for Tesla to refine their interior, and service department, get rid of the York steering wheel. iX is nice but will need more “superchargers” on the road.

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Overpriced and poorly designed features

autostocks, 08/03/2020
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
4 of 13 people found this review helpful

I've owned over 50 cars in my life. This was my first BMW and likely my last. It replaced a Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit, and for a lot more money, provided fewer features and lower build quality. The diesel powertrain is remarkable, however. Unfortunately, the powertrain, which is my vehicle's saving grace, has been discontinued. My problems include an adaptive cruise control system that does not work well and cannot be disabled and run in manual mode (unlike the Jeep), squeaks and rattles that two separate dealers have been unable to resolve, lack of compatibility with Android Auto (unlike the Jeep), automatic climate control that apparently has only a manual fan function, and other miscellaneous annoyances. Also, you would think a vehicle that claims to be the "ultimate driving machine" would not be quite so ponderous on the road, even in Sport mode. Not impressed.

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Ultimate Driving Machine

Gerald Bandola, 09/24/2018
2018 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 14 people found this review helpful

Versatility of use

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Love it!

aroque5, 03/14/2019
updated 09/15/2021
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 5 people found this review helpful

A driver's SUV! If you enjoy driving a great car and hauling your family around while doing it, this is the SUV for you. We have owned it for 3 years now and it still drives as if it was brand new. We absolutely love ours!

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Bruce X5

Bruce, 08/31/2018
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
2 of 15 people found this review helpful

Nice ride, gas mileage poor, tires very expensive, but it's a BMW.

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Rolling with the xFIVE!

Leon Hollins, 07/23/2018
2018 BMW X5 sDrive35i 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
2 of 18 people found this review helpful

How to use the Navs, bluetooth, etc.

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Always a BMW

MelindaD, 09/08/2020
2018 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

If you have enough cash, opt for the hybrid!

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X5 35D

Steve, 10/02/2023
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Great torque, smooth transmission and very good mileage for a larger SUV. No major issues so far.

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Best Cars we've ever owned

Jeff Clifford Lenox, MA, 03/11/2025
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
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The 2018 X5 35D I purchased was a demo as we didn't know BMW made the misguided decision to drop the diesel option. We ordered the previous two X5 35D's and were able to load up on all the options but unfortunately we could only find a stripped down model with 1200 miles by the time we realized BMW made the bone headed move to drop the diesel. We're going to drive this one into the ground for sure. The fuel milage and range on these are absolutely incredible with all kinds of torque as well! They still have the diesel option in Europe and the last I knew the European X5 M Series Super-SUV is a diesel model. Too bad we can't import one of those here to The US!

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BMW x5

Xiaolin, 06/15/2023
2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Love my x5 very much

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X5 edrive40 2018

Efrain, 10/17/2018
2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
0 of 13 people found this review helpful

Miles x Galon and the comfort

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