The Bmw X5 Is Stylish And Frugal

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The BMW X5 Is Stylish And Frugal

The BMW X5 is acclaimed to have started the trend towards big 4x4s that were made for road use rather than everyday forays to an off-road adventure. The new model was offered in 2007 which took the formula further and now it’s more frugal, economical, spacious and quicker than before, plus the drive has improved immensely. The main point is that it’s BMW’s first ever seven-seater which make it a more practical family car. Diesel engines are the most popular but the petrol engines have also been upgraded and now greener and economical than before. All models come with a six speed automatic gearbox.

The BMW X5 is the first car to really grab the whole SUV sector’s imagination with its first model and the second generation X5 has reached a point of near perfection due to refinement. It has a limited off-road ability but that will not bother most of its owners as the excellent on-road capabilities make it an outstanding vehicle. It is very solidly engineered and has an exquisite image. BMW X5 has fine handling and a splendid range of engines. A vast majority of buyers choose ...
... a diesel engine as it is quicker. There are also two V8 petrol engines that are silky smooth but you will break your bank when it comes to fuel.

The second generation BMW X5 engines were two petrol V8s of 4.8-litre which offered 272 and 335 bhp respectively. These engines were changed in early 2010 with a twin-turbo 4.4litre V8 which is more powerful and frugal. However, if you after real performance go for the X5M that boasts 555bhp and 0-62mph in 4.7 seconds. The BMW X5 is equipped with Active Steering which not only makes cornering easy but parking as well. X5 has a limited off-road ability but it is equipped with hill descent control and a hill start assistant.

The diesels are so popular because M50d diesel gives the same performance as the 50i petrol but it gives 37.7mpg and 22.6mpg. BMW offers ‘Service Inclusive’ package which is great value as it offers servicing costs for 5years/60,000 miles. BMW X5 also has an optional third row of seats. They feel a bit cramped but completely fold down if you are not using them. The boot is 530 litres which is big but not on the same level as its competitors. It does increase to 1,750 litres once the seats are folded down. The car has parking sensors fitted as standard which helps in parking a large car like the X5.

BMW X5 lets itself down by having a firm ride. Most buyers get an M Sport suspension pack added and larger wheels. However, this compromises the ride quality even more and makes the X5 too fragile off-road. This however pays off as the outstanding handling of X5 gives a run for its money to the Porsche Cayenne as well as many executive estates and saloons. The BMW X5 has cramped rear seats and is very expensive to buy. Adding to that is that its rivals are larger and better. Nonetheless, BMW X5 boasts on-road agility along with a seven-seat option which makes it a very sensible choice.

Rudy Burke is an expert in BMW X5 Blog. For more information about the BMW Second Hand Engines. or call us at 442085960396