BMW X5 - Fast and luxurious but should you buy one? (full review)

The second generation BMW X5, known as the E70 is a sports oriented SUV. Sold between 2006 and 2013, it's a large and luxurious vehicle, but is it right for you? Watch this review to find out
Car on review: 2012 BMW X5 3.0 Diesel XDrive30d
Buyers guide: www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/us...
#bmw #bmwx5
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[@TheodoreAndor]

Small problems sorted them all out myself. Suspension airbag #5 injector( water ingress) I-knob( take out, open and solder joints at couplers with fine solder iron) Thats it!!!! Beautifull car

[@JJonCars]

Nice work :)

[@leebrown6623]

Great review as always. Loving the new camera trickery two JJ’S well done sir

[@JJonCars]

Thanks Lee 😁

[@toobisek]

Thanks for a good review mate. I really enjoy what you are doing. Keep it coming!

[@JJonCars]

Thank you very much :)

[@davidellis1079]

It looks like Editing JJ has learned a new trick! 😄

[@TheDreamhouse2010]

Hahahahahaha! I really did not expect to meet a Twin in this review. So cool!

[@JJonCars]

Hahah thanks! 😄

[@snnrman4053]

Thank you JJ, your reviews are always on point.

[@JJonCars]

Thank you :)

[@artie2070]

Love the backseat JJ!!

[@tonyblount991]

Nice video mate JJ on top form

[@JJonCars]

Thanks Tony :)

[@edpl2248]

Sir JJ, would you think buying BMW 2007-2011 as second hand now will still be good idea? Love you video!

[@JJonCars]

I think you would need to be careful to buy one in good condition with service history that has been looked after. And keep aside some money for repairs if and when they are needed :) Thanks!

[@MartinJones123]

If I was looking for an E70, I'd probably go for the base RWD 3 litre petrol... The others are just too risky... I do however prefer the E70's interior to the old E53 X5 as it just looks nicer and is better quality in my opinion... Great review 👍

[@JJonCars]

Cheers Martin. I couldn't find any information about a RWD model, I wonder if they didn't sell it in the UK. The interior is really nice in this X5. I've not made my mind up on what I think about the E53 exterior looks vs this car - I think the old one looks like a big toy, which is kinda cool. The E70 looks more like a grown-up proper modern car 😄

[@MartinJones123]

@@JJonCars I think the base model was an N52 RWD, though these were rare

[@Tele302]

E70 diesel has the M57 diesel engine which is probably the most reliable diesel of all time

[@MartinJones123]

@@Tele302 Not really... The internals are strong but they do suffer from some pretty big issues, which is why I'd rather go for a petrol model...

[@Tele302]

@@MartinJones123 tell me what the problems are as I’m in the market for one. Everywhere I’ve looked they’ve said the usual diesel problems such as carbon building , EGR and DSG problems (typical of diesels) just delete them , and swirl flap problems which I’d sort out anyway

[@rafiqalam8418]

Hi JJ, thanks for your video. I’m negotiating to buy a BMW X5 2009 3.0d x drive wagon 7 seater on 131k odometer. Price AU$12k. What do you suggest?

[@WaveShadow]

I'd be interested to know what you ended up deciding on that

[@novicetheaf]

I would love to see your opinion on the Nissan Pulsar or Seat Leon 😁

[@Birmingham_racing]

Only if it's a gti r pulsar

[@JJonCars]

Will definitely get them on when I get the chance :)

[@novicetheaf]

@@JJonCars thanks 👍😁

[@novicetheaf]

@@Birmingham_racing Lol 😂

[@ForgottenByGod]

Hello JJ, let me ask you a question. What is the value of this 13 year E70 BMW X5 used car in the UK? I bought this American version in 13 years and have been using it in China without any problems, but it has been a long time and I have been considering whether to sell it! Questions from China.

[@JJonCars]

Hello. I think in the UK it is worth around £14 - £15,000. But it will probably be different value in China!

[@OM-sp3wk]

Please review the RAV4

[@JJonCars]

As soon as I get the chance :)

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

I was going to get a BMW X5 But looking at parts, servicing cost, insurance and fuel. I bought a Volvo XC70 with 18k miles. 👍🏻

[@JJonCars]

That's a good shout, I do like an XC70

[@lugabull]

that car is damn ugly

[@maureencora1]

The 2nd Generation E70 BMW X5 2006 - 2013 Were Great.

[@novicetheaf]

I wouldn't be a big fan of BMW because of reliability and cost of repairs. but if i buy an suv probably would be a Vitara only weights 1.2 tons lighters then some hatchbacks and you can get good mpg and they have a great boxy van type shape and you can get it in all wheel drive as well

[@JJonCars]

Good shout. That's very light for an SUV type car, and I've seen them do well off road

[@novicetheaf]

@@JJonCars Yeah, they're what SUVs should be I think, practical and more utilitarian then luxurious.

[@dalisobanda5575]

​@@JJonCarsbmw aren't for everyone

[@stephendaly3517]

Maybe the hard ride is because of those awful runflat tyres. I bought a 2012 earlier this year. Got regular tyres. Great car.

[@JJonCars]

There's a Saab for everyone! A few others have said that about steering, I guess all the Saabs I drive have broken steering...

[@theedge508]

Same here .I went for the Michelin defenders great tires

[@mgfuertesteachmix]

Wow

[@deivisas6124]

Hi, which one is better to buy e70 3.0d 2007-2010 or 2010-2013? Thanks

[@lugabull]

still a e70 so is the same thing

[@percussionologist]

Lci without doubt. zf8 transmission for a start. Just get the chain done and enjoy

[@Ryanux]

If you love suboptimal then yes, buy it. Otherwise a 3 or 5 Series Touring would be : cheaper, much nicer to drive, more comfortable, faster, uses less fuel, better for the environment, and classier.

[@JJonCars]

But but but commanding view of the road 😄

[@thegamer4646]

The previous generation is more worth buying than that imo.

[@Trucker2083]

X5 is a tank of a vehicle gas engine is even better

[@JJonCars]

Would like to try a gas/petrol one

[@Lineage2ErtheiaPvP]

m57 engine lasts over 500k miles.

[@fredonline]

Well, that's a new trick - you must be a Gemini! ♊

[@Birmingham_racing]

My least favourite x5 but still a x5 and I love x5s

[@JJonCars]

Wahey, someone who likes X5s 😄 Which is your favourite?

[@Birmingham_racing]

@@JJonCars first gen facelift and current gen

[@Globetrotter-1]

​@@Birmingham_racingThe facelift 2005-2006 3.0D six-gear auto versions are superb, with bullet-proof engine and very reliable driving over all terrains.

[@TamoBG23]

Short answer: no

[@internalcombustion8744]

Why ?

[@lugabull]

@@internalcombustion8744 expensive maintance

[@dalisobanda5575]

​@@lugabullGet yourself a Toyota then.

[@lugabull]

@@dalisobanda5575 im replying to the other comment, not my own personal answer, dummy. Thanks to God I own a Audi Q8, I don’t need a old car, grateful I am, piece of s. The reason I watched this video it’s because a friend of mine want to buy this car as first car so I have never bought a BMW X5 or X6 so it’s interesting to see a perspective by buying a used car like this suv’s

[@percussionologist]

Class vehicle.

[@dabzco]

The worst car to buy. Make sure you have a few thousand saved up because it’s will be in the garage almost monthly. If your income is low please stay away from this car. If you are mechanic and just want to playing with car while changing part weekly then buy it.

[@JJonCars]

Yes, it's not a car for you if you don't have the funds to maintain it/keep it on the road. Though not sure I agree about it being the worst car to buy haha

[@dabzco]

@@JJonCars I mean I love the style but lord have mercy. My husband and husband mechanic friends have been changing part almost every week lol 😂 not for broke people