The new 2025 BMW X5 50e Review - Watch before you buy! - BMW Client advisor Review

[@ethangaskill]

I just bought this exact one with same color, rims, etc. and I love it so much

[@CarJuiceYT]

Dude congrats :))) carjuiceXethangaskill collab imminent?

[@annettequadling165]

I'm about to order. Any changes you wish you had made?

[@ethangaskill]

@@annettequadling165 I wish I got real leather and I wish it had radar cruise control but otherwise, no!

[@annettequadling165]

@@ethangaskill Thank you!

[@donsloan2075]

For the non-hybrid owners out there, just sharing what I recently learned and that's that the full HP and torque are always available even if the EV-only charge is at 0. Apparently the engineers keep a residual charge in the battery beyond what is required for EV-only mode so that full power is always available. I'm not sure "always available" shouldn't be in quote fingers because isn't there a scenario where the entire battery 'could' really be at 0 and then you're left with just the ICE? According to all the BMW folks I've spoken with, that answer is no but I'm not ruling it out. That aside, I was panicking in a big way thinking that when my battery was exhausted after 40 miles I'd be left with a 308 HP ICE. Literally, it was enough to have me cancel my 50e order but I have been assured I'll have access to full power whenever I want it, even on 300-mile drives. It'll just be less fuel efficient but I don't really care.

[@AlixLondon]

your fine - had a 45e for 3 years then a 50e for a year, it does everything and then more (UK spec car)

[@navsofour2892]

You'd be literally left with a less power & very heavy vehicle for all practical purposes, you really don't want this car unless you incorporate ABC (always be charging) in your driving/usability plans. It is also less luxurious than the non LCI and quite worse looking in and out. Note in these reviews they always use a camouflaged dark color version and max optioned (close to $90K) to simulate the contrary but definitely you feel the cheap construction vs the non LCI versions it is really a downgrade you will have to live with after spending all that money. Even it has some nice and creative engineering thinking it is overall a no-go in my opinion.

[@AlixLondon]

@@navsofour2892 seriously ' cheap construction vs the non LCI versions' sorry your way off? X5 looks are identical, and build quality is still way above anything else in this bracket. Only difference is boot floor due to batteries - and your not taking into account the regen - on the daily I charge mine overnight on an off peak ev tariff. I do mix of city driving (solo electric) and long haul including trans Europe 4 times a year and after having had Range Rover Sport PHEV& Cayenne E-Hybrid im back to X5 50e it just does everything, its the most complete lux mid size suv you can currently buy. As for being a downgrade your way off the mark sorry.

[@navsofour2892]

@@AlixLondon Not sure what you are talking about the interior of the LCI is just disgusting in comparison to the non LCI version, from the cheap non-integrated screen to the horrible plastic triangles to the nothing leatherete that breaks your back, to the nonsense climate control knobs, just disgusting you call it lux? what ? this car is not in the premium league per its obvious cost cutting everywhere, lets not even talk about the re-done exterior horrible front part but i know it will get worse because they are doing it everywhere. My comments goes across the entire X5 line, I understand the 45e was less range so you may see that as an improvement but even for an updated PHEV is basically an inferior car just 40mi of range, no fast charge? I was just being nice calling it a downgrade because there is no better word for it, so let's just leave it at that.

[@DMS-k4t]

Great review! Enjoyed the humor of your measurement tool. Haha

[@CarJuiceYT]

:) appreciate it!

[@surenasaeedy]

Great and accurately in-depth review! Cheers

[@CarJuiceYT]

Thank you!!!

[@a.bentley1230]

Great content! Very informative and you definitely seem to onow the ins and outs on the trim levels and offerings. 😊

[@CarJuiceYT]

Thank you :)

[@legacygarage1198]

Nice review .... You noted that the climate comfort package comes with ventilated front seats (50e)? The website makes no mention of this when I build one? The other x5's show it but not the 50e.

[@CarJuiceYT]

Just a glitch, trust the process

[@bestlife1014]

Thanks for the review and best of luck on your goals of growing the channel! The video and audio quality is good, I am curious about what cameras and mic you are using? The sound from your camera mounts is a bit distracting during the driving portion though, so maybe try a different one there.

[@CarJuiceYT]

Camera is the sony zv-1f not the best but not the worst, I’ll probably upgrade when I hit 10k :) mic is integrated into it but when I upgrade I’ll just get a mic that records a separate audio track self contained. Thank you for the kind comment :)

[@MrAgold56]

Great review! I’m not sure what car I’m going to get this time, own 2 bmws, I’m ready to trade in my older oner -2015 528xi m package, 75k miles perfect condition - any deals being offered on the new X5’s? What would my trade be worth and what kind of discounts are available and availability? Also when do the 2026’s come out? Any major changes? Thanks

[@AlHapone]

Wasnt going to leave a comment but this nasty measuring joke was good 💪

[@DCUPtoejuice]

Will the gas engine recharge the battery if you want to restore full horse power during a trip without charging?

[@CarJuiceYT]

Yes, running it in sport will cause the engine to charge the battery.

[@kyleb350]

Tartufo is only available on the merino seats, correct? How quick does the gas engine kick in on normal mode when you give it over 25% throttle?

[@grandhikarthik]

I am planning to get bow x5 50e this December..hope my decision to go with it will be best, Any tips will be helpful while buying, Please let me know what should I mention and bargain. Also is December best time to buy?

[@CarJuiceYT]

Rates are hopefully going to be lower then. I would start shopping in november TBH

[@grandhikarthik]

@@CarJuiceYT ok i will start shopping from november Thanks somuch for the reply Can you tell me some tips thru which i canget price

[@CarJuiceYT]

@@grandhikarthik not really my friend, just dont be a dick would be my biggest suggestion lol. Be honest and nice to the sales person and they’ll do their best for you. 2k off an in stock unit or 1k off an order is a pretty good deal

[@grandhikarthik]

@@CarJuiceYT understood Thanks somuch

[@bradford9201]

Do you know if they have lifted the sales halt on X5's yet? Thanks for the video.

[@CarJuiceYT]

Thanks for the comment! I just posted an update video on my channel and will be covering the stop sale in shorts till it’s fixed

[@CarJuiceYT]

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[@chrisk525]

Just got one of these for a rental traveling for work and it seems like it drives a bit jerky almost like engine braking from the hybrid. I dont think it had any charge left not sure if that makes a difference but at times it seems to feel like your pumping the brakes when you're not.

[@CarJuiceYT]

W charge down the car doesnt drive nearly as smooth. U can throw in sport & “charge” to 3 or so miles of range and the vehicle will be much smoother imo

[@luccoppens]

well it is a sports suv and may take some getting used to ;-)

[@chrisk525]

​@luccoppens - I've driven mutiple X5 they don't take getting used to, they drive very nice but the 50e is a bit different.

[@Tyler-jq6ol]

What's the difference between assisted driving plus and assisted driving professional?

[@smok4101]

saw a comment somewhere else, stating that the mileage can be closer to 25mpg not 20 if the battery charging is turned off completely when its depleted.

[@AlixLondon]

I get avg 33 mpg when batteries total flat

[@christhomson2208]

Great review thanks 🎉

[@CarJuiceYT]

😌

[@Davek111]

Need reviews of the new X6

[@CarJuiceYT]

2024 BMW X6 40i - Watch this before you buy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nniVg4mqYtyhopo 2024 & 2025 are the same! Hope this helps

[@Becker333]

Color here?! Nice

[@CarJuiceYT]

Carbon black!

[@larrydolph1728]

I've read lots of comments on various channels about peoples displeasure with the ability for the AC to keep the car cool (especially in really warm climates) and loudness of the fan. Apparently it's not as good as previous gens. Your opinion?

[@CarJuiceYT]

Completely agree, on a very hot day it struggles to keep up sometimes.

[@WhiteoutSnowy]

Which do you prefer 50i or 50e for x5 models ?

[@CarJuiceYT]

So the 50i (19-23) and 50e (24-26) are from separate generations (pre vs post LCI) from a personal standpoint I think the 50e as it’s drastically more efficient and comfortable & I do a lot of short drives. However the 50i is a few years old and 20k less so if I had a family & the ability to have 2 cars I would do the 50i and have a cheap car on the side like a prius or ev something efficient.

[@TheMukaila]

Great review but I have one question. I can't figure out what option I need to have the metal dead pedal. I ordered the x50e with msport pro, drivers assistance, and premium package. No contour or executive package. My dead pedal is completely black plastic, but the accelerator and brake pedal have the metal accents.

[@CarJuiceYT]

I think on shop BMWUSA.com you can purchase one? If not likely it would be aftermarket. If we have a metal dead pedal available will do a review on it at a later date on my channel!

[@TheMukaila]

@@CarJuiceYT the one you reviewed had the metal one. And it's a '25 like mine.

[@miguelgadala]

Is that a carbon black color?

[@DavidPhan913]

sorry - new to phev... say you plug it in all night and then drive to your destination and work 8 hours and go back to your car, would the charge still be there? i drive 20 miles to work and 20 milles back*

[@CarJuiceYT]

You would wake up with ~40 miles, drive to work full ev and use 20 miles, drive home 20 miles then plug back in and have 40 miles in the morning all without using gas.

[@JC-JC20]

what is the recall business about?

[@bzap1237]

No air suspension ?

[@CarJuiceYT]

Air suspension is standard

[@mikeglover4492]

Have they fixed the electrical issues ??

[@CarJuiceYT]

Yes, last year was rough. The newer cars are doing much better.

[@AlixLondon]

never had a day in the shop in 3 years with 45e and a year of 50e

[@GadgetChap]

In hybrid mode, doesn't it recharge the battery? That flat battery mpg sounds scary low.

[@CarJuiceYT]

It does recharge the battery, the main benefit of our hybrids is how much you can just drive on the EV portion IMO.

[@GadgetChap]

@@CarJuiceYT Right, but my point is, in hybrid mode you should be seeing more than 22mpg if the electric motor is assisting with stop start, and regenerative braking applies.

[@ttsimpson28]

Sensafin isn't leather. It's plastic fake leather, love the truck but it's a joke this is standard on a $80k+ car...

[@CarJuiceYT]

Yeah, BMW is shifting to more environmentally friendly, if you’ve seen the sensafin its quite nice really but thats why they still offer leather. I prefer it over the old vernasca personally. Wears better and keeps cleaner

[@AlanBaban1]

i wonder why you have the wrong iDrive X5 graphic ? (grill and wheels) doesn't match the exterior Nice Review tho

[@CarJuiceYT]

Not sure, they all do that, I think it will eventually match down the line as they continue building Idrive 8.5. Could also be a glitch as I wasnt signed into a connected account during the review! Thanks for the comment!

[@zockei4206]

What is that rattle noise inside

[@CarJuiceYT]

My camera mount, I finally bought a mic so new recorded videos starting december wont have it. Sorry about that.

[@VincentBooker-i3x]

How much?

[@CarJuiceYT]

As equipped about 87k I believe.

[@CarGeek360]

Really nice car but I would rather get a 40i for better reliability

[@CarJuiceYT]

Very fair! If you’re considering I also have a video on that car as well on my channel.

[@CarGeek360]

@@CarJuiceYTI’ll watch that later

[@luccoppens]

I drive my X5 50e now one year and no props what so ever !

[@luccoppens]

The seat ventilation is better because ! you are sitting in the no animal skin leather seats and they are more breathable ! Then the merino leather seats .

[@CarGeek360]

I still prefer the Merino leather seats lol but that’s just me

[@CarJuiceYT]

So hot take on the leather vs sensafin, sensafin doesnt smell near as good. So the leather will feel more like that “new car smell” but the sensafin does a great job like he was saying of keeping you cool as well as the quilting mitigates a lot of the pressure points you might feel sitting down

[@CarGeek360]

@@CarJuiceYT it all comes down to personal preference, I prefer Merino leather, some will prefer SensaFin

[@azuezx619]

there is a stop sale for all BMW x5s selling right now. what a bummer

[@CarJuiceYT]

Yeah, huge bummer esp when selling BMW’s is how you make a living too :(

[@azuezx619]

@@CarJuiceYT yeah im awaiting my delivery now I have second thoughts about getting it. For Germany they are releasing a software fix until the part is available and limiting some functionalities until its done. for a 80k plus car we are not suppose to use its full potential until that repair is done and frankly which buyer want that? most are talking about not taking the deliveries. i hope BMWNA does a better job. Dealers are fighting tooth n nail to make a deal and top of it this!

[@CarGeek360]

Actually? My dad was planning on ordering one this month and we were going to email the dealer our build tonight or tomorrow

[@CarJuiceYT]

@@CarGeek360 if you’re building you can still order it may just be delayed for a bit.

[@CarGeek360]

@@CarJuiceYToh okay, I hope the wait isn’t too long as we’re probably going to need this X5 by the end of the year, we want it in Tanzanite Blue which def doesn’t help

[@Marc-nc9yv]

M60i is then a 13/10

[@CarJuiceYT]

Factoring in price it’d be a 9/10 👀

[@lguerrero0821]

Great review..Be mindful of how many times you say "uhm".

[@CarJuiceYT]

Actively working on that. Really hard habit to break entirely. Thank you for watching

[@tomcat6933]

Watch before you buy. Why do channels say that?

[@CarJuiceYT]

Bc hopefully you learn something and are better educated before you buy the thing you want to buy! :)

[@johnadair6108]

Way too busy on the front end and the interior looks like a coffin...my opinion.

[@CarJuiceYT]

Have you seen it w a lighter interior? You can do silver seats 👀

[@Rockofaz]

arrogant, crude...

[@ChazR25]

I'm intrigued by this vehicle but also terrified. So many owners have had CEL issues. Stuff related to the high voltage system. Keeping it past warranty could be a nightmare in the making. Even during warranty, dealing with service and having your $85k vehicle ripped apart doesn't sound appealing.

[@CarJuiceYT]

It’s gotten better as this car has been out longer. Definitely was expecting better with how good the 45e’s were. I have faith in BMW to sort this out.