Electric Failures and Glitches
Vehicle purchased brand new in June 2019 the BMW X5 has been in for repairs 6x for electric module component issues, automatic engine mechanical failures, key fab failures & recalls responding to the vehicle, GPS failures, side assist malfunctions, radio does not turn off when exiting the vehicle, car will continue to run even after the start/stop is pressed. BMW dealerships do not take ownership if it is new, they are "independent", in addition BMW North America refuses to take responsibility for their vehicles.
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Drive better than expected; interior quality avg.
I have owned many BMWs including 3 X5's. I currently drive a 2017 M3 as my daily driver. I recently added a 2019 X5 to our household. I expected a lethargic, SUV. But, the X5 turned out to be a fun, powerful performance SUV. In sport mode, this SUV out-performs the Mercedes GLE AMG 43 and the Cayenne S. It is very fun to drive - especially on windy mountain roads. Now, the downside - I expected a luxurious interior - BMW has been marketing the 2019 X5 as a huge upgrade from prior X5 interiors. Well, within 5 days of owning the new X5, the driver's side sun visor fell off in my hand when I first lowered it (and getting a new one from BMW was a nightmare). My phones keep unpairing mid-conversation. The driver's aids are awful - especially the lane assist function. It is far too aggressive. I set it at a moderate level and the darn system almost caused me to crash into the rear corner of a bus that had pulled off to the side of the road (interpreted my swerve as needing correction back into the lane). Overall, I enjoy driving this X5 - but, I'm disappointed with the amount of plastic and the cheap designs in the interior. When compared to my 2017 M3, there is no question that for the same price, the M3 presents a much higher quality interior. And, when compared to the similarly priced Cayenne S, there is no question that the Porsche offers a much higher quality interior than the X5.
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Best SUV ever
I must have leased a different 2019 X5 than some of you. The ride is excellent. The handling is great. Most comfortable BMW ever drove. Tons of cool technology. I often wonder did anyone of these reviewers drive the new Mercedes, nice car but handles like a boat. The Q7, nice car but older technology. Neither of these handle remotely close to the new X5. Yes, its pricey but its a paradigm shift from the 2018. Well, well worth it.
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Be Very Very Carful
Beautiful vehicle, great body and interior design. So much for the good stuff, extremely complicated this vehicle needs a co-pilot. I purchased the vehicle without driving it as I usually do with my BMW's so, basically my bad. With all the safety features this vehicle has, it is extremely hard not to keep your eyes off the gadgets and on the road where they should be. The "Lane Departure Warning" throw's you back into your lane if you're trying to get out of one with a solid line. "Telephone Blue Tooth" and "Car Play," your phone is never connected, "Cruse Control" has so many features, you need a 30 min. webinar to use it safely. All through the first tank of gas, I couldn't even shut the vehicle off if I left the key in the vehicle. Please Please drive one before you purchase. It's a beautiful vehicle, but, extremely complicated to operate.
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Electronics Could Be Better
Have 4000 miles so far. Performance is great and relatively quiet. Haven’t been for service yet relative to other reviews I’m seeing. Radio volume is clunky and goes up and down on its own. BMW states this a design feature. The presets are clunky but I need to take time to learn. The Apple play is inconsistent in its operation.
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