BMW X5 3.0i Sport 5d Auto (01) (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A lot of car for the money, residulals still seem good.
Costs
Not cheap, tyres being very costly but last well. Sevicing intervals are worryingly far apart.
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On the road
Driving
Down country lanes it handles more like a performance car than a 4x4. Very sure footed in the worst of conditions.
Performance
For a 3 Litre and such a lot of vehicle, it performs superbly. 0 to 60 a bit slow but you can't have everything!
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Living with it
Reliability
Most annoying really. Only goes in for a service so it does not get a regular clean.
Image
A great poser mobile. Merc M-Class always seem envious and wish they had waited!
Comfort
Still comfortable, even after a 300 mile drive. Running boards are a bit irritating as it is impossible not to get your clothes dirty from them during the bad weather.
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Security and Service
Security
So far so good. Perhaps it helps that it is very visible. Especially useful in car parks as it is always easy to find.
Service
Pretty good, although I was promised an X-5 during servicing and when the time came they didn't have one.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Sat nav wasn't 'as sold' but unit replaced and all is well now.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes