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BMW X5 Diesel Reliability

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#77 of 111 Re: sunroof and urea [watkinst] by dcbmwowner

Jun 07, 2010 (11:55 am)

Replying to: watkinst (Jan 28, 2010 4:11 pm)
"The access is simple MB its in a tank under the rear trunk floor. BMW is probably very similar given there aren't that many places you can hide an additional 4-7gallon tank. "
 
I know this post is a few months old, but someone might read it. BMW's diesel exhaust fluid tank is in the engine compartment. Easy access. Just open the hood.
 
You don't need a funnel. The replacement fluid container's nozzle inserts into the vehicle's tank and prevents overflow and spills. My last service was at 12,000 miles and the exhaust fluid had not been depleted. The dealer just topped it off (free of course).

#78 of 111 Re: My new BMW X5 35D [palmharbor] by utk

Jan 09, 2011 (3:53 am)

Replying to: palmharbor (Jul 24, 2009 7:02 am)
I have a 2009 X5 Diesel only 3800miles so far I had taken the car to the dealer 6 times for a check engine light and they still havent been able to figure out what the problem is! However, BMW dealer is good at figuring out how to be rude and arrogant to the customer..has any anyone had the same problem?

#79 of 111 Re: My new BMW X5 35D [utk] by schanock

Apr 21, 2011 (4:26 pm)

Replying to: utk (Jan 09, 2011 3:53 am)
My son just purchased a 2009 x5 35D with 3800 miles on it and had a warning about his truck would not start atfer 180 miles because of the urea being low. He brought it back to dealer and they said they never heard of it because it was full.

#80 of 111 himesh by autosport

May 09, 2011 (1:03 am)

bmw x5 3.0i 2001 when I start up in morning reverse out my garage put it into drive and accelarte the revs just climb and the car does not move. then suddenly she will go. It only happens in the morning when engine is cold and only in drive not reverse. people tell me this is normal, due to some cold start. can anyone help. is this normal.

#82 of 111 BMW X5 Diesel Reliability by sjthomas

Sep 03, 2010 (8:05 am)

I am still debating regarding getting a diesel. It is tempting with all the current rebate offers from BMW and feds. Can anyone comment on the reliability of BMW diesels?
 
I currently drive a 2003 325i and hence I am biased for an X5. Wife wants an MDX because of the value but I don't get that kick in an MDX as I got in an X5 when I test drove both. I need a reliablie SUV for our occasional trips with kids that average around 1000 miles.
 
Any suggestions is really appreciated to make my decision easier.

#83 of 111 Re: BMW X5 Diesel Reliability [sjthomas] by anon3

Sep 03, 2010 (2:54 pm)

Replying to: sjthomas (Sep 03, 2010 8:05 am)
I have had two diesel BMWs (2009 and 2011 X5 35d) and I've had a total of seven X5s of various trim levels since 2001. I've had zero mechanical or warranty problems with any X5 since 2003. The diesels have been completely reliable.
 
If you buy a diesel x5, I recommend the 2011 instead of a left-over 2010 for several reasons (even though the drive trains are essentially the same.)
- Latest generation iDrive is a huge improvement
- Bigger LCD screen
- Google search, Google Maps come in really handy
- Hard disk based nav system and electronics are much faster (so, for example, you don't have to wait for the back up camera to boot up)
- Styling changes to the bumpers look great (that big black plastic rear bumper on the 2007 - 2010 now looks really ugly by comparison.)
- BMW tuned more of the diesel engine noise out of the 2011 and the exhaust note isn't as invasive or annoying
- Options packages make more sense now (for example, you can order it without the ugly, noisy roof rails and the active rear suspension is a stand-alone option now)
 
If you're concerned about mechanical problems on trips with the kids, look up BMW Assist on the BMW USA web site. You have a data and voice connection to 24/7 emergency service, similar to GM's OnStar. They'll even make a phone call for you if you forget your cell phone.
 
This current E70 X5 has been in production for 4 years since its debut as a 2007 model. Any bugs that would have been found in the 2007 have been worked out (I had a 2007 X5 4.8i and had no problems.)
 
On the plus side: I can get 28.5 mpg in pure highway driving with a range of over 600 miles on a single tank if I drive reasonably. Mixed driving has yielded 23 mpg. The torque makes the vehicle feel very powerful and you won't miss a V-8. The pollution controls and improved mpg reduce the vehicle's carbon footprint.
 
On the down side: the diesel is a little noisier and a little rougher around the edges than the new turbo 6 and 8 cylinder engines. But it has a deep, sporty sound during acceleration. Then it is quiet on the highway and the torque works wonders on hills and mountain roads.

#84 of 111 Re: BMW X5 Diesel Reliability [anon3] by cablue

Sep 10, 2010 (10:22 am)

Replying to: anon3 (Sep 03, 2010 2:54 pm)
I have the 2010 X5 diesel. It does have the improved iDrive in addition to the Google maps being sent to the car's nav. I use that a lot. Also, it does store music on the hard drive. Back-up camera is very quick. So, 2010's have those improvements. I bought mine at the end of '09, special ordered. I have 18,500 miles on it now. It has been great! I am very happy with it. I, too, get around 28.5-29.5 hwy. Mixed driving, I'm getting 23.5-24. My 5 series BMW's I've had in the past never got this kind of mileage. I was getting around 21.5 at best. I'd say go for it. I, too, checked out the MDX. X5, imo, is a lot better, and I feel better not having such a gas guzzler. Also, I could get mine without the roof rails, but I chose to get them. It was a stand-alone option. I personally like them.

#85 of 111 Re: BMW X5 Diesel Reliability [cablue] by sjthomas

Sep 10, 2010 (11:31 am)

Replying to: cablue (Sep 10, 2010 10:22 am)
I guess the third row on the X5 was the deal breaker for us. My wife really wants a decent third row. She like the X5 until she saw the third row. I guess we probably don't have a choice here other than to go with the MDX.

#86 of 111 Re: BMW X5 Diesel Reliability [sjthomas] by vsroman

Sep 11, 2010 (7:09 am)

Replying to: sjthomas (Sep 10, 2010 11:31 am)
It may be time to use the one-time "I'm getting the BMW" exemption!

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