3 WORST And 8 BEST Things About The 2025 BMW X5

[@dwnshft]

Special thanks to our Patreons for their support of the channel! X5 or GLE?

[@zmir813]

My mom is pro Mercedes. She has the GLE. I will always favor BMW more so we have a little rivalry going on there. I have a 50-50 love hate relationship with BMW and Lexus.

[@NgareEzra]

X5

[@SiaG-mv8zm]

X5 was always the better truck.

[@CarGeek360]

X5 is the only one of the two that is well-built

[@maureencora1]

I Take the X5.

[@MichaelBreckenridge-m9q]

Just bought the 2025 X5 M6.0 - with all the extras!! Runs like a ROCKET, looks great and there’s NOTHING I’d change about it. This is my 8th X5 since 2005. Love BMW - and I’ve had 3 Mercedes SUVs - not even close to BMW. Thanks for the review - it hits the mark.

[@borghorsa1902]

"M6.0" hahahaaha.....Sure, kiddo! What racer game is this? And the "extras".......hahaahah...no real BMW owner would talk like that 🤣😂🤣😂

[@mannjaye]

The bmw X5 is the perfect SUV. I mean that. If I could afford any one of them, I would still get the 6 cylinder because it doesn’t need more. 4.5 seconds 0 to 60 is amazing standard. The smoothness. The refinement. It’s perfect.

[@billparrish3888]

One word: Sound. That 4.4 V-8 sounds glorious. It’s addictive.

[@Xentrion]

But your timing chains will be in your pan

[@DominicMazza-k4i]

Im on my 3rd one .. have a 2025 now and its sick

[@clancep]

I appreciate BMW for having features/options like Digital Key, 4-piston front calipers, LED cornering lights, the Executive pkg with glass controls & LED pano roof, soft/supple leather, Bowers & Wilkins Diamond audio and NO black plastic on the exterior unlike the GLE.

[@robertw.1499]

Have been driving BMWs since 2005. in the meantime, over 11 cars. My daily-driver is the 2021 X3 30e which has the 2 liter engine, accelerates however like a Rocket. I test drove the Mercedes GLC before deciding to stay with BMW. The Mercedes was all plastic inside. All the metal-looking bits are plastic. In BMW, they’re all metal. The overall finish in BMW is vastly superior. The onboard systems, the I-Drive for example, is the best in any car. Great vid bro 👍

[@doomsday9973]

I just turned my 21' X3 30e in for an iX. Loved the X3e amazing car, I just wished the EV range was bigger that was my only complaint.

[@teddynjoto]

Wow, thanks for the review… It solidifies my decison that I had just purchased one: X5 xDrive40i, Carbon Black Metallic on Coffee.. I’m due to ride it in the next couple of weeks. Woohoo, can’t wait.

[@dwnshft]

enjoy!

[@scooter5940]

You will love it. The inline six is phenomenal. People that whine and bitch about these and their buyers are either wildly ignorant, or simply don’t or can’t pay for it. There is a reason people buy Toyotas, too - nothing wrong with that. But comparing Toyota or Ford to BMW is absurd.

[@teddynjoto]

@@scooter5940 I believe BMW’s B58 engine won’t dissapoint. Like I posted before, can’t wait to ride it in the near future.

[@pete64041]

@@teddynjoto I have the x50e, the engine is amazing. It's like a rocket ship...0-60 in 4.4 seconds

[@sabbybreeze7801]

Just bought one. (2025 X5M 60i) Then watched your video. Nothing wrong with being a fan boy is there is something true! Love this car.

[@huggins77750]

i am a mercedes guy but x5 is one of my frvt BMW

[@dwnshft]

It’s just simply good it’s hard to argue eith

[@rontaylor2094]

I've been considering the 2025 X5 M60i. I've heard some bad things about the N63 v8 engine at least up to the 2017 engines. I've been researching the newer 2023,24, and 25 N63 v8's and here is what I've found so far. They reccomend oil changes every 5000 miles, inspect the turbocharger for oil and water leaks and blueing and the cooling system for leaks everytime you do an oil change. Just reading that it seems like BMW has NOT resolved the issues with the N63 v8 engine. I want reliability and a vehicle that does not overheat or lose oil even if it idles in 90 degree weather for hours.

[@87jallen]

I have the 2024. One of my biggest complaints is when you are using a maps app if you need to change anything like air conditioning the screen changes. You have to make sure not to mess with it if you need to pay attention to the map. It’s really annoying!

[@redzoom7857]

Agreed

[@apw2607]

Well given the map can be displayed on the cluster and the HUD, does it really matter the map is not on the center display for a short period ?

[@abell255]

@@apw2607 Good point...it unfortunately does if using Apple Carplay and Google Maps...the other maps (built in or Apple) will display as you noted....but Google doesn't unless using an Android phone.

[@en5mid1]

@@apw2607never thought of that i will try different setup on my cluster. Thanks

[@seankayn]

This channel is so underrated. Great video.

[@HiddenWen]

X5 is amazing. Beautiful SUV, amazing handling, and one of the best engines ever.

[@Unknownuser0515]

as a owner of x5..here are worst things that i found 1. clamshell trunk. when only the top is open, u will find urself standing too close to the trunk that makes ur foot to trigger kick close sensor 2. walk close, away auto lock unlock option is freaking annoying if u r at home since they removed "exclude home" option. 3. u have to hold the trunk button to close. not press and release...press and Hold~! 4. engine shut off when u open the door. when my families r waiting in the car I need to open the door -> wait few sec.->turn the engine on-> then step out.

[@abell255]

If you have the 40i, you can touch the gas pedal quickly to start the engine again...THEN when you open the door, it will not shut off. It only does this IF the engine ASS is engaged and you open the door. I know it is different on the X50e though.

[@ericleblanc4984]

I watch a lot of car content on KZbin and this is my first time watching you. I think you did a very good job and I am going to watch more of your content.

[@dwnshft]

sweet, thanks!

[@ninocalifa]

I have the 50e. Amazing car!! But I got to give it to Merc. It is quieter inside. Too much wind and road noise inside of the X5 while the GLE is super quiet inside.

[@devmaxir]

What wheels do you have on it? 20" or 21"? That can impact noise.

[@Getlost55]

Does anyone on here have an older X5? I'm wondering how long these things last or if most of you just lease them and move on. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[@scott48]

Nice vid. I had an x5 yrs ago and became a money pit w 75k miles on it. Let’s cut to chase here. I’d like to fall in love w x5 again. Seems nice. Is this car a perfect suv if you lease and flip it every 2-3 years and forget owning for many or no? Everyone knows bmws are great when new but once you hit 50k miles it seems like someone in Germany presses a button and car starts leaking oil. Major expensive repairs are needed etc. is this still the case here now? Thanks

[@SeaRich]

Yes, reliability, that’s the same concern to me😅

[@redzoom7857]

Actually that’s outdated for this current generation of X5, if you look at consumer reports it’s pretty reliable. Coming from someone who also owned a previous generation, I understand the concern.

[@scott48]

@@redzoom7857 Understood thanks. Any feedback on long term reliability with the “newer” X5’s? I dont lease and dont want to get back into a complete money pit again with my car.

[@Hilmi-uz4ft]

That’s exactly how it happened with my 2019 X5. Right after the warranty was over and I hit the 50K miles, the transfer case and the starter failed. I would recommend to choose leasing for the prospective buyers.

[@scott48]

@@Hilmi-uz4ft So many people I know who have BMW’s have said exact same thing even still. Not sure how/why CR and other publications give the X5 their top midsize luxury SUV award. I dont get it. Bought and paid for reviews? Agree, if leasing the car who cares right, trade it in after 2-3 years, get a new one. I just dont want the headaches again or the expense. It’s strange but I’m still researching on the 2024/25 X5 long term reliability reports. I want to hear from people who actually have 50+k miles on theirs and get some feedback. I wish BMW would hire people from Lexus to build and get the parts from. BMW can keep their engines and suspension platforms but everything else, turn it over to Lexus for long term reliability.

[@clemcadiddlehopper4071]

We are on our 3rd X-5. 200k miles first two - traded up to get more opitions. Woukd not drive anything else.

[@vladovsiannikov1059]

I have pre-LCI X5 2023, purchased it at the time when LCI was already available. Love it much more than LCI. Dravit grey with M sport package looks dashing

[@bozziovai]

nice presentation. not loud. less words. on the point.

[@rontaylor2094]

Another concern with the N63 v8 engine seemed to be carbon buildup unless you stay on the highway at highway speeds. They do NOT recommend using it for around town stop and go traffic.

[@I_am_PK]

Dude.. amazing review!! Not because I am a fan of X5 but genuinely you didn't stop talking and showed almost everything. 1 suggestion - couple of things you said was not correct so may be prepare well before e.g. no rear reclining seats, if you get executive package, it comes with it

[@microbiologycory10]

Didn’t know that…I’ve never seen a pic of the rear seats with controls…literally hundreds of pics don’t show it, is it possible the exec. Pkg is that rare? (Or maybe they just added it back in for 2025 and I’ve been looking at pre-2025?)

[@Frogeggs2u]

I've owned two 2025 X-5s M Sport within a month of each other. Traded-in the first with 150 miles, and took a $5K haircut doing so on the purchase of number two 2025 X-5. The reason being seat comfort, the first had ventilated seats, and that alone made for the trade in. The ventilated seats are horribly designed to retain BMW's legendary seat comfort, it's believed the ventilation motors as well as the fabric's thickness contribute to the seats' wooden bus bench characteristics. You are well advised to forgo this option. As for the fabric, it is believed that he presenter's leather comments are incorrect, rather Sensafin is a man-made BMW material, and interestingly its different colors vary the fabric's drape and softness. For example the first X-5's interior material was Cognac and in comparison to the second X-5's Silverstone it was stiff and and unyielding to the touch. As for BMW's control interfaces, the thought of flashy confusion comes to mind. The 2025 X-5 were not the first X-5s I've owned, driving both a 2008 and 2016 M sport versions bought new and driven close to 100,000 miles. The engine and transmissions mating response of all years exceptional. The choice of exterior color change for the better from Alpine White to Dravit Grey Metallic and lesson here is to go darker.

[@abell255]

You are NOT wrong on the seats! I have a 2024 with ventilation and WOW, they are borderline rock solid. The bolstering on the bottom cushion combined with the hard surface makes for a terrible seat....I despise mine after the first 2k miles.

[@karijackson8148]

Thank you for this video. I was looking to get the X5 or the X6 but after looking at this, I most likely will go with the X5

[@J.C....]

I will have one of these soon come. My dream vehicle! ❤🙏🏾

[@zmir813]

Great video! Also hello to my fellow Milwaukee area Wisconsin. I follow so many car KZbinrs from the East Coast in West Coast and it’s real nice to finally find you guys on here. I go to road America often here and there, maybe someday we can meet. Subscribed.

[@dwnshft]

thanks for the local love! I'll actually be doing the jumbotron interviews with the podium finishers at RA for Indycar, IMSA, vintage, and MotoAmerica weekends!

[@zmir813]

@@dwnshft that’s awesome, I need to get myself over there!

[@vindevhunta4905]

Nice looking vehicle One of the best looking in this segment

[@jan117]

The Volvo XC90 is even looking more attractive in my opinion.

[@Ian-mv4qq]

Do all BMW SUVs have the different drive modes? I mostly use Efficient mode on my X1 and it's amazing. It still gives me the power and also ~30mpg in mostly mix urban driving and up to 40mpg long trip highway (I regularly drive 130 miles one way trip on weekends where around 110 miles of it are highway and the 20 miles split between before and after exiting highway).

[@scratchpar1710]

I had an x5 years ago. Loved it new. Hated it when I got to around 70k miles. It started bleeding oil all over place. Was expensive to maintain. You mentioned in video in beginning that this car is reliable. Is this accurate? I read were the x5 still has one of the worst depreciation rates out there. Is this still true? On one hand consumer reports and others rate it very very good. My concern is reliability and depreciation value. For me it’s this or a lexus. Not sure. They’re beautiful when new but I’m scared to jump back into another money pit. Thanks

[@artdelac]

What a funny intro! Miss your content Matt. (Not that you disappeared, I did! 😊) Love this X5 and I believe I even asked a while ago if you could review it and its PHEV version, so thanks. Btw, are we ever going to see your capless head? LOL.

[@dwnshft]

I haven’t forgot about your PHEV request! I asked about one this week and they just never have them on the lot long enough! Working with my BMW rep to see if I can find one in the media fleet somewhere

[@bakki2k]

Rain was a paid actor fr

[@alonsipi]

Of course the seats DO fold from the trunk (4:14), you just have to take the black handle at each side

[@nolangaudreau]

Just picked up an X5 50e and it's amazing!

[@Jonathanoncars]

Great review! I really think this is the perfect luxury suv. Like you said, even the base model is perfect for 95% of customers.

[@dwnshft]

absolutely

[@davea.218]

Honestly, the fact that the X5 is available with AWD or RWD and the GLE is only available with AWD shouldn't be one of the worst things about the X5.

[@maureencora1]

2024 X5 is My Favorite German SUV. I Really Like the Split Tail Gate Hatch Back.

[@1joshua]

That is a sexy vehicle. That color interior is 🔥

[@cyrusjalali1571]

I miss buttons and knobs. So sick of touch screens. Who the hell asks for this?

[@Macmax7077]

Awesome car, TY!

[@ilord112]

Lovely video thanks for sharing! Which city you are in if I may ask…?

[@aliciat9810]

Got me one of these!! love!!

[@minhuizeng6887]

😂😂

[@joshuakarp2586]

so, I have a 2020 X5 which I designed myself. I would LOVE To upgrade BUT you canNOT get the B&W audio unless you the the M! WTF?!

[@abell255]

Yes, BUT the HK system in the LCI 2024+ is VASTLY improved. I don't say that lightly, you need to take a listen...it is borderline phenomenal.

[@joshuakarp2586]

@@abell255 I sincerely thank you for giving me this information. It is extremely helpful to me because, it is very hard and expensive to get a BMW these days, even used, with the bowers and Wilkins. I am an audio file and value my music. Potentially have saved a lot of money and heartache.

[@shannonthomass]

I want an X5 but to get it to look like that you are no where near $65k 😢

[@Stixenterprise]

Comparing apples to apples on features and options, the 2025 GV80 is likely the best competitor to the BMW X5.

[@uzimizer]

My grandpa has this exact same spec same wheel same interior same everything

[@your_royal_highness]

I’m an Audi guy, will never own another Mercedes, but I might consider a X5. Has to be a six…..or maybe an eight. 😊. SQ8.

[@louiscloete3942]

Great review.

[@dwnshft]

thanks!

[@Steve-s3x]

Is there a reason that now BMW USA doesn’t provide FULL adaptive LED lights in the US with all the new LCI models? Another thing that BMW eliminated for the US. There is no swiveling function (curve adapt). This means, when you turn your steering wheel to the left or right, the lights don’t turn to the bend. You would think each year it should get better and not worse. Why did they remove the BMW “M” clip from the rear calipers? No rear door comfort access? No rear door puddle lights? Seriously?

[@beri232]

$30,000 CAD more than my Lexus but after 5 years my Lexus is worth more for resale. I’d love one but cannot justify it.

[@americoribas3863]

What’s the manufacturing color here?

[@hassandawudi4810]

Most people prefer RWD. Never cared for AWD vehicles.

[@kurosh52]

Love my boy X5 M50i😊

[@Commonsense4Life]

I have scrutinized, reviewed picked apart and seen every piece of data concerning the 2019 to current base BMW X5! And it is hands down the best overall luxury midsized suv with the best performance driving experience, aside the Porsche Cayenne, and I’m not talking the X5 M Competition either!

[@Ryan2022]

I live in the south does this have pathetic air-conditioning in it?

[@carlososcarcomedy]

Can’t do it the rectangular screen as the dash for reals is a turn off. Sounds silly but I’m serious.

[@jdmoney1000]

The seats DO NOT fold completely flat. 4:14

[@samuelmifreeman5568]

1841 Schowalter Extensions

[@paulacellaphotography]

I just purchased a 2024 X5 M Sport package in Brooklyn Gray. I had a 2018 X5 (for almost 5 years) and traded it in for a Lexus RX 350 F Sport. BORING car. I kept it for 1.5 years and traded it in the new 2024 X5. I love the new X5 ... my only gripe is the ridiculously small A/C vents. I have to put the power on high (level 5) or one notch below high (level 4) to try to keep the car cool inside the cabin. MAJOR flaw in design. I also miss the hard buttons for climate control and the heated steering wheel.

[@WarrenSakry-k3r]

Howe Turnpike

[@Gladiator1972]

Did he forget to mention the mild hybrid motor?

[@bradleyyoung08]

No

[@conradnitty3714]

You have to review the 50e soon

[@dwnshft]

Trying! There's not one in the media fleet and International BMW can't keep them on the lot long enough for me to do a video! Meeting with my BMW rep next month to hopefully find one to test

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

@@dwnshft - I've heard that there's a lot of problems with the 45e and 50e.

[@dwnshft]

@@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow do tell - I’ve heard the opposite

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

@@dwnshft I've been interested in the 45e / 50e for a while, especially since it comes with the air suspension, but a BMW mechanic on the forums said to stay away -- some sort of issue with the batteries / charging system and they have to get towed in.

[@dwnshft]

@@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow nooooo😖 dang I was kinda thinking about one of them for my wife

[@chidgey22]

waiting on the review for x5 m competition 😊

[@dwnshft]

Next week BMW is dropping off a X6M Comp😎 I’ll have to go to Detroit for the X5M comp

[@hastensavoir7782]

Saying X5 has “3 worst…” is like saying Lebron has a weakness or a flaw in his game.

[@BrianKushner]

No USB C in 2025 models?

[@mgtf15001]

Yes - USBC is in the center console on the 2025 X5

[@I_am_PK]

@microbiologycory10 probably coz of supply chain issues they stopped it. Hope not because of cost cutting. He also mentioned heated and cooled cup holders but those are not available either 😢

[@ShaftDrive]

The 4.4 hot v is still bmw’s pos engine for issues.

[@AlexGoroshkov]

I've had a lot of BMW x5, good car, only one, back seat no room

[@gregwilmore5332]

They need to add a captains chair option in the second row!

[@AlexGoroshkov]

Yes I'm agreed

[@rajneshchapatikumar3924]

I love the X5 but the driver seat just feels a bit small for such a big car.

[@celsomonteiro6541]

Comfort seats would solve that

[@RajaSekar-USA]

Many people say that it’s a junk when you buy a used one . Is it not reliable.

[@dgdave2673]

Okay, don’t buy!

[@pepposano4200]

I’m between the x4, x5 or possibly the x6 or their equivalents to Mercedes. I like the technology of Mercedes and the giant screens, but I lean more toward the BMW sporty looks. I think I’m going to get the x5 in red with the red interior 😍

[@pepposano4200]

Opps red on red was the x6, I meant red exterior and cognac interior for x5. 🙃

[@scooter5940]

@@pepposano4200personally, I like the styling on the x5 much better, but you will also see a lot of them on the road. Either way, it’s,a fantastic car. I have a ‘24 with the six and it’s awesome.

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

iDrive8 is an abomination. The 8 shortcut buttons are gone. Climate control buttons are gone. Heated seats and ventilated seats are now have to be turned on / off in software. Manual turning on of low beam headlights and PARKING LIGHTS are in iDrive. Was the turn-style headlight switch too complicated, for BMW? Even the HEATED STEERING WHEEL BUTTON is gone. Won't buy another BMW until BMW undoes iDrive 8 buttonless stupidity.

[@strykerballcrush4650]

Agreed. Keep the buttons for HVAC, audio, etc. Dumb move putting it in the software.

[@m0601168]

Agreed But it’s becoming the industry standard across all brands and is here to stay I think

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

@@m0601168 after all the economy cars go butonless as well, I think there will be a trend reversal in the future. Where craftsmanship, and physical buttons, etc will be a Hallmark of luxury, rather than big, cheap ,screens in touch capacitive garbage.

[@isherpa]

😂😂

[@scooter5940]

It’s here to stay.

[@janvanpuyvelde2239]

GLE in EU performance is trash. Poor engine. X5 is amazing . Major downside is the driving assistant always to interrupt, sometimes waring sounds at weird moments , agressieve stops ....

[@flyingdin1164]

Good luck actually finding a GLE 4 cylinder for less than a BMW x5 40

[@perigosu8449]

I keep hearing there's a 3-row X5... impossible, right?

[@RomanRoman-hw7uc]

BMW Bring back the diesels! The only reason I’m not buying the new X5 is I can’t get a diesel version. I love my f15 35d, it’s way more predictable than the gas powered engine, and electric is not there yet .

[@DorothyPender-c1v]

Gillian Forge

[@DavidNeculai-kt3re]

Mi PIACE MOLTO GRAZIE MILLE KZbin BMW X5 GRAZIE AMIN

[@ClarkeBurnell-f5x]

Olaf Shores

[@FrancisMalory-i6n]

Emile Gateway

[@NahumField-l1s]

Felton Knoll

[@probeach20]

2024 bmw x5 spare tire kit

[@EvansDorothy-c2v]

Hickle Ridge

[@HobbesTiffany-k5e]

Emma Course

[@ahmadalghunaim2467]

i like it Picasso

[@RobertRowell-o6y]

Rupert Circle

[@DavidTonik-d8d]

2082 Hailie Avenue

[@7lawo]

isn't the M seats thicker than the individual x5 seats? edit - I thought these were X5M seats but no, it's the normal ones

[@allanchen8496]

Not sure if I'm a fan of the new DRLs, found the old design still pretty timeless. And those dual screens, what a travesty. Those original 8 shortcut buttons were what made iDrive 7 iconic. Makes the user interface more difficult to interact with.

[@dwnshft]

the pre-LCI is more what I'm into as well

[@jeffsena9140]

I traded my 2021 X5 for a 2024 and was little skeptical about the large screen and I drive 8, I’ve gotta say there’s a quick learning curve and I don’t miss all the buttons. Everything you use all the time like climate and media is easily accessible and the boost in HP and torque more than makes up for it. Only problem is it’s so fast and quiet you have to watch your speed!

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

I agree. iDrive8 is an abomination. The 8 shortcut buttons are gone. Climate control buttons are gone. Heated seats and ventilated seats are now have to be turned on / off in software. Manual turning on of low beam headlights and PARKING LIGHTS are in iDrive. Was the turn-style headlight switch too complicated, for BMW? Even the HEATED STEERING WHEEL BUTTON is gone. Won't buy another BMW until BMW undoes iDrive 8 buttonless stupidity.

[@48hourrecordsteam45]

BMW need to get this message a 🤬🤬🤬🤬 *The fukin x5 rear seats need to recline . * look at Acura mdx, Hyundai *slide that damn seat back & allow it to recline to no limit . Wtf

[@KristleGuiterez-g4t]

Lisette Ports

[@CoffeyWinfred-z6f]

Kuvalis Trail

[@CarrolTennessee-g1r]

Ward Mount

[@MinnieMabel-n8h]

649 Cronin Summit

[@GusTheobald-z7x]

Martine Center

[@PaulineChan-f6f]

Parker Pine

[@chrisheifner]

3yrs free oil changes in BMW versus Mercedes expensive A&B service grape

[@JustinLonger-gt2mm]

Dickens Trail

[@michaeljackson2915]

Is the bmw x5 as reliable as the Escalade

[@dukedesbradberry1811]

Dickens Ports

[@ThrifterPicker]

Do you like X3 just as much?