All the same, my husband was enamored with the X5's tight driving feel, along with its ability to haul all our kids plus their friends in a pinch we drove a version with the optional third row. From the driver's seat, I couldn't even see the top of my daughter's head in the third row, hidden behind the second row's backrests. Otherwise, the X5 is the better choice. The X5 can handle mud, snow, gravel, inclines, and even water crossings when driven properly. Driving this not so light truck is a real pleasure. Scroll down to Active Scripting, then click the radio button for Enable. What freezes at 37 degrees? The package also includes black-chrome exhaust tips and stainless-steel pedals.
An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. The eight-speed automatic transmission, common to all X5s, feels sporty enough to keep up with the X5 when the driver wants to hustle, and is very laid-back and smooth-shifting when the pace is more relaxed. While not as plush as some of its competition, the X5's interior matches its ride: sporty and firm. The X5 has five available trim levels, including a diesel-powered xDrive35d. The power is there when you need it but for cruising at highway speeds the smoothness is no comparison. There are very few stereotypical gender roles my family and I subscribe to. In National Highway Traffic Safety Administration crash tests, the X5 received four stars overall.
Fast forward 15 years, compared to the new F15, which has the more comfort type of ride, drive, and feel. Data Unavailable Front Leg Room in. One star is the lowest rating; five stars is the highest. The X5 hasn't changed much since the 2012 model year see the two model years compared side by side , but 2013 sees the addition of an optional M Performance Package, with which my test X5 xDrive35i was equipped. It blends perfectly performance and comfort in the same package. Is the 2013 X5 the Best Model Year to Buy? We think this redesign optimally balances comfort, agility, power delivery, and interior quality.
The same V-8 engine, in highly tweaked M Division form, powers the 555-horsepower X5 M. It makes 400 horsepower and 450 ft-lb of torque. One complaint noted by our editors is a flimsy plastic panel covering the opening of the hinged tailgate--it's a minor oversight, but an oversight nonetheless. There are several suspension options. Speaking of thrills, the X5's handling is surprisingly sports sedan-like, despite its size and bulk.
The base suspension is firm and the sport suspension is wonderful too. Failed to get data, please try again. Base models were updated with a turbocharged six-cylinder engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Both engines team with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and the xDrive50i can hit 60 mph in 5. Failed to get data, please try again. The results are presented relative to the average model that year.
I, on the other hand, missed some frilly softness. Restrictions apply on transferring certified-pre-owned coverage to subsequent owners. Close tolerances in the interior panels and solid construction prevent any squeaks or rattles. To save money on your next car purchase, please follow the instructions below to turn JavaScript on. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. Be sure to check Kelley Blue Book's Fair Purchase Price to see what consumers are actually paying in your market area. Up on raising the car and close inspection at the dealer.
He also loved that we could fold all the seats down and cram in 32 bags of mulch. I found myself wishing for a tactile thump, or possibly even a beep or other tone confirming that the car had been successfully placed in Park and wouldn't roll off with me when I took my foot off the brake. You would then require a tow in lieu of being able to put on a spare tire. In our First Drive review, we hailed the X5 for its impressive handling, luxurious interior, good powertrain, and handsome looks. Three trims are available, starting with the xDrive35i and topping out with the xDrive50i. Find the Best Car for You Search for a Car Already know what you are looking for? Another missing safety feature in the X5 was a blind spot monitoring system.
The X5 has some of the sportiest handling in the segment, with little body roll. As with most purchases, the decision is finalized by balancing your needs, your wants and your budget. I found this design to be useful during our annual kids-closet cleanout: It allowed me to stuff bags of clothes to be donated into the smallish cargo space, behind the lip, so they didn't spill back out again. The X5 is planted and will not wander in a cross wind. The Sport Activity trim has special bucket seats, paddle shifters, steering wheel audio controls, Nevada leather, and Bamboo wood interior trim. Heated and cooled front seats and heated rear seats can be found in some models. Consumer Reports subscribers reported on any serious problems they had with their vehicles during the past 12 months that they considered serious because of cost, failure, safety, or downtime, in any of the trouble spots included in the table below.