What is The Most Reliable BMW SUV?

[@RALPHD57]

You have some of the best videos on KZbin, keep it up!

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much

[@michag5561]

Does BMW X3 360hp engine is also reliable? What’s the name of this engine?

[@JohnUSA7]

I loved hearing that he picked my BMW X3 M40i as the best. I have the 2020 model and till today it has not cost me a penny in any service costs. All my services have been free as BMW covers all oil and filter changes for free for the first 3 years of new car ownership. Just beautiful. It has been super reliable SUV and oh that sweet 6 cylinder engine has been so peppy. The X3 M40i main competitor is the Mercedes AMG GLC 43. When I tested these 2 great models I found that the M40i's engine is more potent and sportier than the Mercedes and also cheaper. Thanks for posting this informative video here.

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much for watching. I believed this video should be spread across many social media platforms so people can now make some better decisions

[@JohnUSA7]

@@ECPP I agree. I am very satisfied with my 2020 BMW X3 M40i. It is very practical and very peppy, drives like a powerful sports car.

[@JohnUSA7]

@@andrewr3403 I do not drive my X3 a lot which I bought new, I only have 6k miles on it, all trouble free. The X3 M40ihas a very good history and it is the most reliable BMW model I know. Yes, I would recommend it for a person who travels a lot. It is also a fun car to drive. I am retired and don't drive a lot, only for pleasure. I also have a second car, which is my fun and toy car, it is a 2022 Corvette Stingray. I know I am spoiled driving nice cars, but I want to enjoy life before I go.

[@duffydon1741]

@John Usa, of course its pushing a B58 engine, its the sweetest spot of an engine, it combines reliability and performance!

[@TheLumberJacked]

I’d also venture the Audi SQ5 is a primary competitor. I’m looking to buy an X3 M40i if my wife decides she likes it enough, she loved the SQ5 so I think the X3 will be an even better fit considering Audi forgot to put any useful storage in the cockpit of that car. The SQ5 has sold very well. Beware M40i owners, the SQ5 with zero supporting mods and a stage one tune is putting out mid 400’s horsepower and even higher torque, they are ridiculously overbuilt and under stressed engines. I could give you the shockingly short list of parts you need to get it to 750hp. It’s pretty stunning.

[@senianns9522]

I have had an X4 since 2018 and have had no issues so far! Have driven North to South of Thailand many times, hills, plains ,motorways ,rainstorms and heat. Been a great car ---so far!! Fingers crossed!

[@groosbro1]

There is zero reasons for a modern car to leak or squeak. No one can tell me that BMW engineers can't find the correct sealants, or put the car together properly.

[@ECPP]

I agree it should not be a thing

[@PapaalyBa-o6h]

They want to make money on the service and part: dont forget the parts are expensif so after buying the car a good way for them to make money is if some parts brakes, but im sure if they really wanted to do it they can make a car that can last for ever, but they want people to change car lol

[@juanfernandoariaszuluaga5069]

Have a 2016 X6 BMW, it has been 8 years and I have had zero issues. Just bought a new 2024 BMW X7 and I am pretty sure is going to be the same as long as I take care of the car.

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@amah1999]

Many years back, I had X3 - 2007 and now I have X5- 2022. I was happy then and I am happy now with my choices. For 5 years that I had X3, I only did the oil change and one time of alignment. that is it. I was not even needed to change the brake pads. Great car. My X5 is great so far.

[@sajithsaji3606]

I'm planning to get 2024 x5 m40i but I'm afraid about the reliability????

[@donnaroberts4513]

I am planning to get a used X3.

[@smokeylake6732]

Just hold your breath. Eventually to the used car lot it will go.

[@smokeylake6732]

@@sajithsaji3606go for a MDX or Lexus. Your bank statement will remain healthy.

[@olympbarca3313]

​@sajithsaji3606 With the b58 you will not be worry. One of the most reliable bmw

[@paulkelly4731]

Had one of the first X5's... great car, never any problems, I6 no turbo... traded it in with 300k miles on it, survived me and 2 successive teenage drivers.. best car ever

[@selenicmooncry]

that's pretty cool, don't hear about too many 300k mile bmws

[@anthonylentini-jv1yj]

I have a 2008 x5 with 190k. But I’ve had to fix the thermostat and water pump twice in the last 3 years, plus a ton of other work. It’s a costly beast but I still like it

[@michaelmartin4366]

I have owned several BMW'S in my 61 years of life and the last 3 were X5's and an X7. None of them were reliable. My 2020 X7 has been in the shop more than I care to admit and I am now ready to face the reality that there are better options for me. Sad but true.

[@ECPP]

I hear ya Michael.m, sadly we all had to learn the hard way. The reality is that that simply are better options

[@TwoHawksHunting]

It's good to see BMW is finally addressing these unreliability issues that their vehicles shouldn't have been plagued with from the beginning.

[@ECPP]

They are still not perfect, by any stretch, but they have improved

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

Buy it brand new, then get rid of it after the warranty expires. It’s not rocket science.

[@keltecdan]

@@Blackandwhitecat-u9vOr just get a Lexus.

[@2driverpls652]

@@keltecdanLexus doesn’t have any hit cars.. I have an Avalon (ES 350) that is very reliable. But nothing close to a turbo inline 6.

[@keltecdan]

@@2driverpls652 Lexus ISF and LC500 would be my pick.

[@billnye5183]

I think the X1 is a good reliable suv for bmw i think any bmw suv is reliable you just gotta make sure it was built in Germany and not the USA I’ve seen a lot of X competition suvs with over 100K miles 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@ECPP]

Nice. A good round number for a vehicle that delivers on the fun driving experience could be 120000 molesnplis

[@vintagetriplex3728]

I get it. The low-cost boring slow BMWs are reliable.

[@ECPP]

Thanka

[@BialyOrzel777]

Bro don't expose confidencial info lol imagine naturally aspiratied 4 cyl or v6 ... reliable asf that's boring asf zzzzzzz 😂😂😂

[@PipenFalzy]

And even then not very reliable.

[@RealKevGotEm]

I rather that then anything

[@natashaalicia2.0]

😂😂😂😂👍🏽

[@ModernVintage31]

Whew 😅 G01 B58 X3 M40i FTW! This video made me nervous. Glad to know I’ve made at least one solid decision over the past five years!

[@ECPP]

Good choice!

[@jswong8200]

In general I've observed that the early X1s that came with the 2-liter turbo petrol engines or the 2-liter turbodiesel engines paired to 8-speed Aisin torque converter gearboxes (before being replaced with 7-speed DCTs) seem to be quite reliable as daily workhorses

[@ECPP]

Indeed

[@clarkgraves56]

We have a 2013 x5 with the n55 and have hd great service from this car. So much so we have kept it and bought another one, a 2018 x5 with the n55. My mother has an x5 with the b58 and I really like that engine as well. That being said we still have our n55’s and love both of them.

[@JTMoodie2]

How many miles though 👀

[@mushryym9533]

@@JTMoodie2if we’ll maintained I’ve seen 200k miles but could do 300k

[@erikbouma9408]

The X5 drives like heaven too, great steering, great braking and very comfortable. The M version is very beautiful too imo.

[@donaldbanner2185]

& REQUIRES Premium Fuel...*.TERRIBLE MILEAGE .....Horrendous Re-Sale RIP OFF!

[@erikbouma9408]

@@donaldbanner2185 It’s a hybrid so a lot of the time you don’t even use fuel. It’s funny what you’re saying really. One year after we got the X5 bmw asked if they could buy it back for the SAME price. So we technically could’ve driven it for free for a year with already lots of miles on it. So 0% loss of value.

[@ECPP]

Yes, true

[@glitterymess4013]

I absolutely love my 2020 x3. Bought it brand new for my 30th bday and never want to get rid of it 😊🖤

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

How many miles?

[@Talkswithtee302]

BMW owner here! X1 still pushing some miles 138,000

[@ECPP]

That’s a good run

[@jjmg2847]

Is it the 20i or the 18i?😅

[@DeflectionMode]

My brother bought a 2022 X5 and he loves it, it's so dependable so far, only had to take it to the service department three times so far. Back window wouldn't go down, some hoses were not placed correctly and excessive noise in the back of the vehicle. All three have been taken care of and he hopes he has no major problems with it at least to 35K miles. After all he only paid $85K USD for it so it was not so expensive.

[@oscarortiz7321]

😂 you’re funny

[@Domo3d]

I see what you did there 😂

[@AliB-pb3nf]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DeflectionMode]

@@oscarortiz7321 Thank you! 😃

[@DeflectionMode]

@@AliB-pb3nf 😀👍

[@AGZF1983]

SAV(Sport Activity Vehicle) is for the wagon design looking models like the x5, the SAC (Sport Activity Coupe) is for the coupe variants like the x6. the coupe models tend to be slightly bigger and longer than their wagon looking counter parts.

[@ECPP]

You bet

[@famousrob2619]

My first car was a 328xi 07’ and I used to love that thing man. It had its issues for sure (especially bc I had the car when it was around 10 years old) but I loved it. I sold it and upgraded to the X1 16’ and I love the reliability. So far I’ve only had to do the basics like oil change and new tires not much else but I definitely take care of it! Here soon in the next year and a half maybe I’m looking to upgrade to an X5 m50i. Just wanted to share my BMW journey so far in my life.

[@tommyerickson6881]

literally out of any suv, as long as it has a b48 or a b58 you will be fine.

[@ECPP]

I would definitely agree with that

[@ozymandias7940]

It's not the engine that's the problem, it's all the emission crap bolted onto it... Look under the hood of cars from the 80's, there was an engine, a carburettor, a battery, a distributor & spark plugs. What could go wrong?

[@Fear.of.the.Dark.]

I have been driving x3 2018 for almost 5 years now with the B48 engine. So far no issues but don't want to jinx it lol.

[@afarrel3195]

how much have you spend for a regular maintenance in 5 years? been searching for an x3 too but maybe the lci one

[@Fear.of.the.Dark.]

@@afarrel3195 nothing really so far apart from $99 oil changes every year at local dealer and regular DIY cabin filter changes and DIY one time engine air filter change. I will do differential fluid change next year at 50k miles. Dealers asked $700 for that service (which is rip off but I might still do it with them to save some time). Will change spark plug next year as well as DIY and that one will also cost around $70. So I will say maintenance wise it has been pretty good so far. Did a coolant change once for $200 last year but now I realize that was waste of money and not needed so early.

[@hillbillyflipper3843]

I was looking for a X3 m40i with low miles but I couldn't find one. I ended up buying a 2020 Porsche Macan S and I LOVE it. The X3 m40i seems to be a great ride as well. I was tired of driving a SUV (Snore Utility Vehicle) and I wanted something that would perform and be luxurious.

[@ECPP]

Great choice and as good as the x3 is, the Porsche, in my opinion, is better

[@hillbillyflipper3843]

4 months and 8000 miles later my 2020 Macan S is still an absolute thrill to drive. It has performed flawlessly!! I love LOVE the Porsche Life. Yes, Pcar ownership is much different than any other brand I have ever owned. I don't have a suga baby but I sure could!! lolol Do yourself a favor and buy a vehicle that makes driving EXCITING! PORSCHE Life!!!

[@ToOpen6seven]

@@ECPPReally?

[@ToOpen6seven]

@@hillbillyflipper3843I am considering the Macan but the base model

[@DustyPearl-13]

@@ToOpen6seven Not worth it, because the base model comes with the 4 cylinder engine which is a dog and does NOT suit the car at all...Spend a little extra and get the V6!

[@jamestabor587]

Mark how are you. Great videos. Love the info for anyone from entry level bmw interested to the experienced owner. I still have my original n63 2013 x5 xdrive50i with now 120,000 miles. Still daily driving and never had a major service catastrophic failure yet. Still original turbos and engine. Only burns 2 quarts every 5-7000 miles. I’m a very lucky one. Worst and only leak I’ve had was the upper oil pan gasket. Still a fan until I need my next one!

[@ECPP]

Awesome to hear James that it has been decent to you . Optimistically they are getting better and better

[@jamestabor587]

@@ECPP thanks. How do you feel currently about the brand Mark? I’ve been with you for years and I know about your whole host of issues with your 335i and of course your diesel X5. You were pretty fed up. Has your opinion changed at all? Would you buy a bmw again?

[@Ashley_van_Schooneveld]

As a BMW owner myself and read what you're describing I have two things to say "congratulations and you are on a time limit".

[@thomashelm6931]

Honestly, I wasn't aware of the many versions of BMW "X" series vehicles! Great, comprehensive overview of them all! Glad to hear that they offer, even, an updated version of the B58 engine. One would have to consider the purchase of a newer version of one of these. Then, again, I'd have to consider Porsche, as well. Thanks again Mark!

[@ECPP]

Glad you liked it! And I appreciate your comment Thomas. Yes all drivetrains have gotten better, but for true durability and long lasting ability, a Porsche is a tough one to beat.

[@rbfarrell1]

Porsche is way better for lasting then any BMW.

[@thomashelm6931]

@@rbfarrell1 driving one now. Always different options

[@davidfurness5152]

I own a 19 year old BMW 3-series with 60,000 miles on the clock. Runs great. No problems.

[@ECPP]

And easy to maintain

[@ironmiketeam4689]

i drive 2011 X5 50i for 7 years now :D you are on point wilth all those issues LOL, i spend in INDYS prob 9-10k :) and now gonna spend prob 2k to get front sunspension fixed, life is brutal but no point in spending 50k to get newer model, still same car, new car new problems XD

[@kayanoreeves1949]

My 2023 X3 with a B48 engine is plenty quick enough, good on gas, vault solid ride. It will be paid off long before the warranty expires, and I've got free scheduled maintenance up to 36k miles. I'll have a few bucks set aside for the catastrophic repair costs everyone is so sure will happen. BTW I've had Toyota and Honda my whole life and who wants a sad boring car that will run forever lol!

[@billib1547]

I'm contemplating between the Mazda cx5 or a x3 30i 😅 but ve only had bmw all my life and I just wanted some simplicity without the headache. Now I feel I bit more assured being that you came from the opposite of me😅 so I might just stick to my bmw roots

[@Ashley_van_Schooneveld]

So far I would say the X5 xDrive40i model from 2019 is probably the most reliable

[@ECPP]

That’s a good runner for sure

[@Bigbzns]

I just bought the 2019 G01 BMW x3 B48, about to get it fingers crossed it will be as reliable as my 2006 330d with M57D30TÜ2, it has 330k on the clock and the 9 years ive owned it, Im yet to find out if the check engine light even exists.

[@cp4512]

X1 is a great reliable car 😊

[@tareqzahran6602]

Thanks for the awesome review. It’s very informative. Would be great if you can cove the diesel engine of BMW. Thanks in advance!

[@kmvnkt]

Have a 2017 X5, 55k miles and just yesterday, service guy said it’s leaking oil.. $3.1K to fix it.. no more BMWs for me, thank you!

[@hughb5092]

Your best BMW review yet!

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much

[@2driverpls652]

I had an X5 as a rental on a road trip…. Awesome. Consumer Reports had it as the #1 Mid sized luxury SUV.. I just need my Toyota to die… (which doesn’t seem likely). Maybe I just need to add it to the garage anyway.😮

[@philippesandmeier3736]

Funny, I just ordered an X3 M40i, before seeing this video!

[@ECPP]

Very nice

[@84imreplica]

I owned a 2015 until the extended warranty ran out , then sold it. Even though it was a base model, with only a couple of options, I really liked this little SUV. but after reading about a ton of problems with this motor (4 cylinder turbo) I reluctantly sold it. I didn't have any problems while owning it, but I figured it was only a matter of time.

[@ForneverstarOfficial]

I own a 2015 sdrive28i x3 w 110k miles zero issues knock on wood. I have a 05 3.0i with 170k. Great damn cars. Plan on getting a x3m if I ever see one in dealer auction. Paid 21k and have driven better than ever for 7 years straight.

[@r.f464]

Can you do a more in-depth review with thoughts on the 2020- 2023 bmw x6 40i

[@ECPP]

I will try to see if a local dealer would like to lend me one for a weekend. Thanks

[@nancyloren6524]

Yes please do x6

[@hightiernub1313]

It's like some of the people haven't actually watch the video and just commented to hate on BMW without actually having an articulated response to the points in said video. Cringe.

[@ECPP]

Thank you for watching

[@ForneverstarOfficial]

Own two x3’s. 05 3.0i and a 2015 sdrive28i, one with 170k miles and the other with 109k. Zero engine lights, one has a small oil leak nothing major. Cant complain. Only paid $21k for both.

[@Dilberto88]

Excellent research, Mark. I like your level of analysis paralysis

[@ECPP]

Thank you kindly!

[@Dilberto88]

@@ECPP - I have a 2010 X6M with the s63 lump. The high precision Piezoelectric fuel injectors must have the highest octane detergent fuel, always. I got cheap and pumped ARCO gas and the Reduced Power errors appeared even after one use!

[@ASEBGOOD]

You mentioned to stick with the 2017 and higher for the X3, so the 2017 is reliable even though it’s still the second generation model ?

[@westcoastnaturalwolverine4068]

Whats your opinion on 2009 550 4.8. 143000 km are they good or Bad to buy ?

[@izuaff04]

the 3 litre engine really is the sweet spot..

[@hetanosgago9508]

X3 m340i awesome crossover. X1 x2 cars for girls, especially with fwd design engines, older x1 n20 engine garbage car but much faster than new x1 with b38. I really love my beast 2016 X3 35i, last model n55 is super reliable.

[@jacquelinemarie1721]

So for years 2020-2022 Which BMW X5 do I buy? the X540i? straght 6?

[@Broker-in-Maine]

No brainer never by the 8 cyl unless You want issues

[@michaelfoster8843]

Its a shame my old Nissan 300 zx still out last every BMW i had you can keep the oil change on it but the parts built in the car will not last

[@ECPP]

The old Nissan 300is a work horse and will last. I had some. Z Cars myself

[@denisemerritt6460]

Hi folks. Been having some buyers remorse with my car. Last week I brought a certified 2021 x3 M40i from a BMW dealership. When I test drove it I was in love. Now that I got it home not so much. It is somewhat nosy on road even in comfort mode. I previously had an x3 xdrive 2021. Was torn between purchasing an 2024 x3 xdrive and this car. did not want same car. Payment would have been close in price. Some how feel should have gotten the 2024

[@CrystalClearWith8BE]

What type of luxury SUV are all those BMW Xs? X1 = subcompact luxury crossover SUV X2 = subcompact luxury crossover SUV but sportier X3 = compact luxury crossover SUV X4 = compact luxury crossover SUV/SAC X5 = mid-size luxury crossover SUV X6 = mid-size luxury crossover SUV/SAC X7 =full-size luxury SUV

[@scottwinton-py9nd]

I have a 2022 x3 msport 3.0, it's a fantastic car

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@alaa-eldin_hamdan]

I love my X4

[@ECPP]

Which engine?

[@richardsimms251]

Great review. Thank you RS. Canada

[@ECPP]

Thank you, have a wonderful weekend.

[@PaigeDanielleN]

Ran across a great deal 2024 x3 with 1,800 miles same price as the x1 I can get it for and 4 year warranty unlimited miles. Hard to pass up but I do love the front grill of the 2025 X1 more. Not sure which to pick tbh 🙃

[@P_Tha_Pharaoh]

X3M has a s58

[@GRMRPPR]

I love hearing that the. X3 is the best makes me feel good about spending 80 grand on my M40i 😅

[@kurtdobson]

I've got an '06 X5 4.4i totally reliable, 170,000 miles and still runs like a swiss watch. Yeh, i can afford a new one, but why? And tell me why I need a 600+ hp SUV?

[@scooter5940]

You don’t. But the guy who drives Toyota will tell you that you didn’t need the X5, either.

[@bryanbielka6770]

I've been a BMW owner for more than 12 years, something I always advice new owners - Stay away from V4 with turbos all those fragile engines not just from BMW but other brands always brake. Also, stay away from V8s. BMW know how to build solid V6s, so stay with V6s. I wish they didnt have added turbos on the newer vehicles because turbos create a lot unnecessary heat that brakes and cracks everything made of rubber and plastic but it is what it is....

[@rogercvc6768]

BMW doesn’t make V6s, they make I6s.😊

[@ToOpen6seven]

Like a Porsche Macan?

[@Zoksta69]

Great video! How do you find the 3L turbo diesels?

[@ECPP]

Not bad

[@thomashelm6931]

PS. My god! Is that Edmonton?? That sunshine, clearly, had an effect on your speech pattern at the end.😂

[@ECPP]

Haha, true Thomas I was blown away by that random sunshine event. My head thawed out, lol

[@EmanueleFiorentini]

Hey Mark, great video. What's your suggestion on a 2021 X7 M50i right now? Awesome or avoid ?

[@EmanueleFiorentini]

okay I watched it all, no x7 😂😂😂

[@antonycf5382]

I have a 2022 x7 m50i. Besides regular maintenance, no issues so far.

[@eugenekamionsky5412]

Would like to hear your opinion about earliest 2012 x1 Thanks in advance

[@jack28399]

Do your research for previous version of BMW X3s. I won't rely even on the newer versions since its yet to be seen if it lasts past 80k miles.Previous X3s had lot of engine issues leading to permanent engine failure. Its a money pit. Google Class Action suit for BMW 2013 defective engines.

[@gregorytrane7828]

Well done!

[@ECPP]

Thanks

[@zlord1199]

If you hate BMW so much why do you keep making content about them? Regardless how you feel people still love them and they are still one of the most popular cars in the world BMW will still be around for many years to come. They are going full electric anyways

[@marmalade0959]

Love my X3!!! ♥️

[@ECPP]

Nice. Which engine

[@mauricemaingot5633]

I choose the X5 with the V8 more fun n if u get it 2014-20 with 50-70k miles for like a 2014 with one owner oh God that beautiful lol

[@ECPP]

Heers

[@cisa1622]

I thought the E70 gasoline version (N52) was good . I was planning buy an old 2010 model.

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@drunvert]

The only SUV I would buy today is a Highlander

[@mr.foxwiz1653]

What I got out of the video is for reliability get a Lexus, Toyota, Honda, or Acura.

[@olympbarca3313]

How about no?

[@mr.foxwiz1653]

@@olympbarca3313 I suggest you concentrate on GM, Ford, Hyundai or Kia.

[@bghoody5665]

So I guess you're using the term reliable in a relative sense lol. Great video.

[@mmone1178]

Thanks for sharing

[@YoPhocFays]

BMW and reliability don't go together in the same sentence. Performance, yes. Reliability, no

[@hightiernub1313]

The way I get it is that if you want a really reliable car but at the same time has performance, you may have to pay the extra dollar for it because that's the sacrifice. Either you have good performance and reliability (expensive), low performance and reliability (cheap) or high performance and low reliability (cheap). BMW in the early generations used to cut cost by doing shortcuts with quality of materials which lowered durability a lot. Racing development has gone a long way and efficiency and durability of performance engines have shot through the roof. Main winners of major races of high performance engines in high endurance racing was mostly the euro-brand cars like Mercedes and BMW. This myth is akin to Buicks who are associated with elderly people being there main buyers which is not the case. BMW had a stigma but that's only because of that one generation and bad quality control prices from their executive member mistakes.

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@olympbarca3313]

Um yes they come with b58 ,S58 and B48 engines. But the V8 true is risky

[@jaguar7051]

Very Good Job.

[@ECPP]

Thank you so much

[@Lushfield158]

hello! Just got an used 2020 x5 x40i CPO, around 30k miles. should I pay 3.5k for a 2-years warranty extension? Or 4k for 4-years warranty extension? Thanks!

[@marmalade0959]

4 yrs, great car

[@aymansafi4423]

Hey there , what up, I'll get right to it, have a 2004 x5 v6 petro usedl ,( not sure which engine it is from the list you mentioned in the video) for 3 years now , had my share of issues with it , almost everyone is telling me to sell and get a Toyota or something , but 8m not giving up on it even though I have paid more on repairs than what i paid for it originally , still I think it's a cool car, i just want to know is it one of the reliable engines or not generally? Thanks nd still following your vids Ayman Kuwait

[@jerryibarra4737]

How’s the 2013 x3 35i. ? Do they get a lot of problems?

[@jeromesuckie9832]

Maan what about the diesel engines

[@IAmCruz100]

How is the current BMW X5 Diesel B58? is also reliable

[@michaela1655]

I am actually surprised that BMW's sales volume has held up as well as it has. The high purchase price, and the high cost to repair all of the failures, apparently is not enough to cause customers to abandon the brand. But I do wonder if BMW's sales will hold up like this much longer. Especially as electric and hybrid vehicles become a bigger piece of the pie. For my preferences, BMW design peaked in the 1990s. And that means no more BMW vehicles in my garage.

[@rbfarrell1]

Yup, Some people just don't learn no matter how much info you give them. Guys are still getting married in the U.S. knowing how risky it is, you just can not fix stupid.

[@DoubleAIV]

I find it hard to believe any of the vehicles mentioned in this video are reliable, but i also find it hard for a company with as much history as bmw to mass produce 20+ product lines updated yearly, and not have a single reliable product. But its relative, when i say reliable im referring to Toyota 4runner level, never seeing a mechanic outside of scheduled oil/fluid change.

[@scooter5940]

You just don’t know. I’ve never owned Toyota but have had zero problems with several Hondas. A couple of Mazdas have also been good but one had to have the engine replaced under warranty. A Volvo XC 90 was crap and needed constant repairs. My only Mercedes, a big old GL, had one cooling system fitting issue, and that’s been the only repair (under warranty, in this case), just regular maintenance and wear items in 11 years. I just bought a 2024 X5, and it’s worth noting Toyota uses the B58 engine in one of its cars Supra?). That makes a statement. The reality is, I’m not sure you can expect Brands with lots of the latest tech, and turbo engines pumping out 125-150 (and more) HP per liter, and fancy drive trains and suspensions, without introducing more reliability issues than a Toyota or Honda. Trade-offs are required.

[@ToOpen6seven]

@@scooter5940Facts!

[@mskaynaee]

Would it be a good idea to get x3 bmw 2019 model 62,000 miles .. priced at $27,000?

[@MikeyBadabingBadaboom]

Yes. As long as no accidents, mechanical issues, and clean title. I would negotiate it down to $25k-27k.

[@doranoster4192]

I bought my X3 new and had it serviced on schedule by the dealer. The back differential started leaking at 80,000 miles and the front differential failed at 85,000 miles. Worst car I ever owned.

[@johnsales710]

What year and model?

[@quadrialeshe3384]

Funny how I was making my research an hour ago boom I saw this video😂

[@ECPP]

Haha, thank you very much and welcome

[@ozymandias7940]

Geeze, I was thinking of buying a 2016 X5 30d (N57 motor) but after watching this, I think I'll get a KIA or Hyundai.

[@olympbarca3313]

These are worse

[@ddebro]

You said 2017 for the x3… but it looks like the x3 didn’t change until 2018. So is that correct or did you just mis-speak?

[@raus_mit_Islam]

Cayenne S V8 diesel. How reliable?

[@ECPP]

Well….dieselgate

[@raus_mit_Islam]

@@ECPP It is over. No-one speaks about it anymore. I HAVE a diesel from basically VW - but no problem. I am more interested in the longevity of the engine. And what I can do to improve it.

[@ammarch1319]

Is the 840i reliable?😮

[@MvpAcceleration21]

Yes. Every 40i

[@smokeylake6732]

Break My Wallet cars are to lease drive and dispose at end of lease.

[@ECPP]

True

[@olympbarca3313]

I have tired when see this jokes about bmw

[@givemespan1]

The transmission suspension and the inline 6 cylinders are ok I own one it can last good 200k miles, but the hig tec that comes around the vehicle is what's gives bad reputation

[@nancyloren6524]

Hi Mark how about my 2020 X6 40! Just get about one month ago has 25000 miles on there when I get thanks

[@ECPP]

Absolutely. The B58 in these vehicles is pretty durable, at least for a BMW and is the drivetrain to have, imho

[@nancyloren6524]

@@ECPP thanks Mark

[@2BXD]

Huh, S63 in a X3M?

[@ECPP]

In X5M/X6M

[@2BXD]

​@ECPP Ah ok, I got confused because of 3:02

[@carzyI]

X2 and Q2 are the most disgusting things that dealers force on older people..........

[@ECPP]

Yokes

[@Ghatothkoch]

Is the 2022 X5 45e PHEV a B58 engine ?

[@ja-qf4sr]

The n55 is it reliable in your opinion

[@joeym.7642]

X3M has an S58, the M variant of the B58 not an S63 V8. 3:05

[@JohnSmith-ee7gf]

Is the b57 diesel x3 any good?

[@olympbarca3313]

Yes they are like diesel version of B58 and newer version of M57

[@RKELS69]

U SHOULD MAKE ONE ABOUT MERCEDES SUVS??

[@ECPP]

Yes

[@nathanledee3140]

I’m in the market for an x5 e70 what do you think of the 2010 X30i it’s the last year of the natural aspirated in-line 6 first year Witt newer ish I drive and first year to come equipped with the 8 speed your opinion is invaluable thank you for the videos

[@ECPP]

Hi Nathan. Maintenance is key of course but with that last of the naturally aspirated straight sixes, it could be a decent buy from a maintenance perspective. I would still check on service records like coolant changes, T stats, water pumps and hose replacements.

[@nathanledee3140]

@@ECPP thank you so much for the invaluable information if those things are not met definitely going to avoid it or get it at a low cost

[@user-juiceworld6467]

Can’t forget 320i 😁😁😁

[@mrlaw711]

Once they switched to cheaper interiors, and dispensed with the solid straight 6 cylinder engine, I stopped buying them. My first BMW's were an 1981 and 1983 635. Do not buy a used BMW with twin turbo's of any series. Get a 2017, or later, twin turbo, with a warranty.

[@ECPP]

agreed