What year is the best X5?

Best Model Years for the BMW X5 Two of the very best years to buy a BMW X5 are the years 2000 and 2005. Despite their age, these years have seen remarkably few customer complaints, and those complaints usually center on the somewhat dated interior features and limited technology.

What are the problems with the BMW X5 E53?

Typical problems in the BMW X5 (E53) 1 Minor defects in equipment (wiper, locks, parking sensors, sunroof) 2 Quite low durability of automatic transmissions 3 Rather low durability of xDrive 4 Equipment faults typical for diesel engines (note the flaps in the inlet) 5 Deficiencies in the timing area of gasoline engines 6 Capricious electronics

Is the E53 X5 a reliable car?

The E53 X5 has also withstood the test of time well in many regards; the transmissions, suspension, brakes, and steering system are all reliable. Most reliability issues will really come down to the engine.

Is the BMW X5 still a good car?

In summary, the E53 X5 is a well rounded car that still does a lot of things well – even to this day. We also think the E53 aged well as it’s still a nice looking vehicle. The success of the E53 BMW ultimately led to the release of the X3 and X6 and continuation of the X5.

When did the BMW X5 get an overhaul?

The success of the E53 BMW ultimately led to the release of the X3 and X6 and continuation of the X5. The X5 received its first major overhaul for model years 2007-2013 in the form of the E70 X5 chassis. As BMW covered the market for smaller SAV’s with the X3 they actually increased the size of the E70 X5.

What kind of engine does a BMW X5 have?

Those who plan to tow or off-road are likely best suited to the diesel models or the mid-range N55, N62, and N63 engines. The E70 X5 was a solid update over the previous E53 generation.