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#1360 of 1507 Need advice by mexibec

Jun 13, 2006 (6:34 pm)

Of my last 4 cars, 3 were BMWs: '96 328i, '99 528i and '02 Z3 3.0. Last year, I bought an '06 Infiniti M45 over the 545i. Reason: the M45 drives very well (not as good as a 5, but darn close), all the gadgetry works (Bluetooth, nav, incredible sound system, rear-view camera, rev-matching downshifts, etc) and reliability is among the best (the 545i I test-drove had two flaws: 1) a transmission firmware issue and 2) iDrive). I'm super satisfied with the M45, except that my kids are growing, and I need to carry more stuff, hence I need an SUV. The Infiniti FX45 is not kids-friendly at all: it feels very tight, the door sills are high (young kids can barely see outside) and the car roof line is too low, making access to the cargo area not ideal. On the other hand, the X5 4.4 looks just what I need in terms of safety, space and performance: excellent crash ratings, kids-friendly (roomy, good visility, etc) and enough torque for the SoCal highways. But the interior (from a driver's standpoint) even with Premium & Sport pkgs, feels austere. And the nav is so-so (no voice recognition to state destinations). But it sure drives like a BMW and is arguably the safest SUV out there (strong points for me). But how about reliability? I keep reading all sorts of issues on Edmunds' forums like leaking seals, dead batteries, etc. all of which being non-acceptable when buying a vehicle to carry kids around. I need some advice about the X5 4.4 (recent years, say 2005 or 2006) in terms of reliability. According to Consumer Reports, the X5's reliability has been 'below-average' for years, and just this year it got 'average'. I can accept occasional visits to the dealership (as I always did with my previous BMW), but I need a vehicle that I can count on. So maybe a simple way to ask you: I'm looking for a top-handling SUV, will an X5 let me down with kids on board and can I trust the vehicle? (I know I can't trust any M-B out there). What do you think? Thanks.

#1361 of 1507 CPO 2004 Best Price?? What to offer... by kbcwalsh

Jun 27, 2006 (12:12 pm)

Year: 2004
  Make: BMW Truck
  Model: X5
  Body: 3.0i Sport Utility 4D
  Exterior Color: Gray
  Interior Color: Gray
  Mileage: 25,378
  Engine: 6-Cyl. 3.0 Liter
  Transmission: Automatic
  DriveTrain: AWD
  Stock: j260277b
  VIN: 5UXFA13534LU33223
 
Packages - Sport, Premium, Rear Climate, Xenon and Wood Trim
 
The asking price is $38,475. I was thinking around $33,000. (this is in TX)
 
Thanks!
Kelli

#1362 of 1507 Re: CPO 2004 Best Price?? What to offer... [kbcwalsh] by steve_ HOST

Jun 27, 2006 (3:58 pm)

Replying to: kbcwalsh (Jun 27, 2006 12:12 pm)
We have TMV for certified cars too; a similar one to yours came in at $33,264 for my zip code but I didn't enter the options you have listed.
 
Here's the link that you can tweak for your zip, etc.
 
Check out the BMW X3: Prices Paid & Buying Experience discussion too.
 
Steve, Host

#1363 of 1507 spy pics by steve_ HOST

Jun 27, 2006 (7:25 pm)

More shots of the 2007 BMW X5
 

 
Steve, Host

#1364 of 1507 What is right time to buy? by yooper57

Jun 30, 2006 (9:42 am)

I want to buy an X5 and was planning on waiting for the '07, but I am now worried about the 3rd row seat change. Should I buy now or have BMW dealers traditionally offered deals at the end of a model year? I live in OC/LA.

#1365 of 1507 Help on 2001 X5 by lukewang

Jul 02, 2006 (4:19 pm)

Hi everyone,
 
I'm looking into buying a 2001 X5 with the manual transmission. Can you please share with me anything you can abou this car? I'm very concerned about the reliability but I do not know much about the car. Thanks in advance for sharing!
 
Luke

#1366 of 1507 Re: scott & diesels [nyccarguy] by mxdim2001

Jul 07, 2006 (3:41 pm)

Replying to: nyccarguy (Apr 15, 2002 8:27 am)
Hey Nyccarguy,
 
I was wondering if I can find a BMW X5 Diesel in the USA. I want to buy the diesel option from the US but don't know if there are any available? Can you give me an advice on where to look for one?
 
Thank you in advance, I appreciate your effort,
 
Max

#1367 of 1507 Re: scott & diesels [mxdim2001] by nyccarguy

Jul 07, 2006 (8:56 pm)

Replying to: mxdim2001 (Jul 07, 2006 3:41 pm)
X5 Diesels aren't available here in the USA Maybe we can hop that BMW will import them when they give us the next generation X5. The reason why it isn't available (yet) here is due to the fact that Europe's diesel fuel is MUCH cleaner than ours. I think the diesel would be a great option for people who do a lot of highway driving and towing. You get gobs of low end torque and great highway mileage.

#1368 of 1507 Press request by KarenS HOST

Jul 12, 2006 (7:31 am)

A reporter aims to speak with anyone who has owned a vehicle and found its controls to be complicated. Please respond to jfallonedmunds.com by Monday, July 17, 2006, and be sure to include your daytime contact info and a few words about your experience.
  
Thanks,
Jeannine Fallon
Corporate Communications
Edmunds.com

#1369 of 1507 X5 4.4i 2006 by samdarra

Jul 12, 2006 (8:41 am)

I'm getting a new X5 4.4i next week, I'm currently on assignment in Saudi Arabia, (extreme heat, dry & dusty), any advise/tips will be appreciated
 
cheers

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