The BMW X5: The last car you will EVER buy...probably

The BMW X5 is now in its fourth generation (G05) and is even more popular than ever. It’s a good, do-it-all luxury SUV - but owners seem to like them so much that they want to be buried in them, apparently. Tim Rodie reviews the X5 to find out why.
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The X5 comes in X-Line and M Sport trim levels with a wide choice of engines. Tim breaks down the differences so you can see which one is right for you.
Engine choice:
Diesel
xDrive 30d - 265hp, 3.0-litre 6 cylinder (40mpg) Tim’s pick!
xDrive 40d - 340hp version of 30d
M50d - 400hp, 5 second 0-62mph time
Petrol
xDrive 40i - 340hp, 3.0-litre petrol (B58)
xDrive 45e - 394hp, 50 mile electric range (B58 hybrid)
M50i - 530hp, 4.4-litre V8
All are four-wheel drive.
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[@Euro316]

I am a former master tech. These are very solid. So were the older e70 and F15 generations.

[@noherekruger3738]

I love my X5, but trunk space SUCKS. My biggest gripe is that you cant even put a set of golf clubs in length wise, which is a joke. When we go on vacation with our 2 kids, we have to take her QX60 because the X5 trunk space is just way too small.

[@totowolffstable4044]

My dads first bmw suv was a f15 x5 with a 2.0l diesel and that car was so big, beautiful and comfortable, ever since that hes only bought x5s and currently theres 2 of the new x5s in the garage, one is the 3.0l diesel and one is the 3.0l petrol, we would also take these to the grave with us. Incredibly comfortable and daily drivable cars

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

My 2011 N63 X5 is an absolute boss on the road

[@johnob1824]

just brought a x5 45e, awsome car, great mpg to with the electric motor, getting 40 miles on a charge

[@motorpoint]

Glad you're enjoying it - the plug-in X5s are brilliant. -Tim

[@smwatson1512]

Extremely difficult to find well-specced second hand because so many people lease base spec poverty models because they can't actually afford one.

[@motorpoint]

We've made it easy to shop across all the specifications right here: www.motorpoint.co.uk/used-cars/bmw/x5

[@islandknight6105]

The base model is probably the wise choice anyway

[@keponen331]

you cant actually afford on either since you're looking at second hand🤣

[@hchaud5267]

so many cars done even have the angel eye head lights

[@Scotford_Maconochie]

In Canada there's HUGE number in used sale. It's one of the best selling BMW along with the X3 and 3 Series.

[@malcolmjones893]

Great review on a great vehicle. We love our ‘23 X5!

[@TimRodieDrivesStuff]

Nice hair

[@m.hussain2351]

excellent recap and well presented

[@motorpoint]

Thanks very much - we're just getting started! - Tim

[@m.hussain2351]

@@motorpoint enjoyed the down to earth way the issues with space and practicality was explained - very refreshing.

[@m.hussain2351]

sometimes just good to see a big bloke sat there for perspective!

[@motorpoint]

Big bloke sitting down is one thing I can do! -Tim

[@md8744]

Just based on your intro that can tell you don't know anything about X5 m40i from 2019 to now I have 2020 has none of all and i obeys my command very well even sometimes I tried to abuse it , lovely it is smooth all time.

[@Scotford_Maconochie]

In Canada the 4th generation pre-LCI came in two body styles (xLine & M Sport) and 4 different engines (xDrive40i, xDrive45e, M50i and M Competition) there's no diesel models; 20in wheels were standard on all models with option for 21in and 22in. For the 2024 LCI base package xLine xDrive40i with the 375hp 3 liter inline 6 starts at $86k (£50k)

[@jayr3938]

Just a question regarding engine reliability, are the 3 litre diesel MHT (mild hybrid) reliable or are there engine problems regarding the new hybrid system?

[@saudshabra1068]

25 mpg is thirsty 😂 My 2021 Tahoe on a good day gets 18 mpg in city

[@charleslyall4911]

I love my X5 50D great suv ,thanks ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@pedrostevens]

totally understand why you'd buy this as your last car - it's the people who get them as their first cars I'm scared of

[@motorpoint]

I don't know which insurance company is brave enough to insure that as a first car :O

[@HBFREEWORLD]

@@motorpoint nice 👌🏽 comment

[@Nzwarriord]

Am after x5m50 diesel 18plate decent miles

[@moelo5930]

Did I miss, what year? is this X5

[@marklasy6209]

March 2021-Aug 2021 It’s a 21 plate

[@HBFREEWORLD]

Impressed with the review

[@motorpoint]

Impressed with this comment. Thanks! - Tim

[@kasitanegumbo6965]

BMW X5 50d is always my dream suv, What year model this is?

[@Scotford_Maconochie]

This exact model is 2020. Looks for model years 2019 to 2023 (it had a mid-cycle refreshed for 2024). The next (5th) generation will launch in 2026 for the 2027 model year

[@PenGriffey05]

Man like J yeah

[@motorpoint]

👀

[@jamiljafri4841]

That boot floor gas strut is a nice touch. Usually such a faff to keep holding it up

[@motorpoint]

It really is! Pleasantly surprised by that

[@car_babble]

I bloody hope you get LED headlights as standard on a premium car of this price! Love this car and thank god its got Android Auto.

[@DontPanicDear]

X5 defined the genre 🤓

[@motorpoint]

The original X5 (E53) is still revered and has aged well.