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BMW X5 2015

BMW X5 2015

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$20,790

The 2015 BMW X5 range of configurations is currently priced from $17,999.

Our most recent review of the 2015 BMW X5 resulted in a score of 8 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing Journalist Ewan Kennedy had this to say at the time: How much?Expect to pay from:$6000 to $10,000 for a 2000 BMW X5 4.4i$10,000 to $15,000 for a 2003 3.0d$15,000 to $22,000 for a 2005 4.8is$18,000 to $25,000 for a 2007 4.4i$27,000 to $36,000 for 2009 xDrive 30i Executive$36,000 to $48,000 for a 2010 xDrive 35d$52,000 to $71,000 for a 2009 M or a 2013 xDrive 35i$68,000 to $92,000 for a 2013 xDrive Sport$96,000 to $131,000 for a 2015 M50d.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the BMW X5: Very good on-road handling, Adequate off-road ability, Gen-3 very efficient

The 2015 BMW X5 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2700 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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5.9L/100km (combined)
SUV
8 Speed Automatic
Diesel
Overview
Likes
Very good on-road handling
Adequate off-road ability
Gen-3 very efficient
Dislikes
Lacking luggage space when using third-row
Expensive parts and servicing

BMW X5 2015 2015 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the BMW X5 2015 2015 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
Is a 2015 BMW X5 suitable for country highway driving and some tough terrain?

The biggest determining factor in how a car copes with tougher terrain is driver behaviour. Drive the car sensibly, sympathetically and to the conditions and you'll be amazed where most cars will happily take you. But get it wrong and drive in a ham-fisted way, and even the roughest, toughest four-wheel-drive will suffer and fail.

The BMW X5 is a soft-roader at best, but should definitely have the suspension to tackle rough roads (as opposed to off-road). The biggest challenge will be the tyres fitted. Many of these vehicles had huge wheels with tyres with very little sidewall. These tyres are easily damaged on rough roads.

Since luggage space is not a critical issue for you, I'd suggest buying a full-sized spare tyre that fits the car, as the SUV's usual space-saver or tyre repair kit can be fairly useless in such conditions. But you also need to be honest about your intentions. By mud and water, do you mean the odd puddle, or 10km of rutted farm track with bog-holes for good measure? If there's any off-road work at all, then you need an off-road four-wheel-drive, not an SUV.

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Range Rover Sport or BMW X5?

Range Rover does not have a great reputation for reliability or resale but the Sport is a great drive. So the X5 is the safe choice but the Range Rover is likely to give you more enjoyment.

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Land Rover or BMW X5?

The Range Rover is fantastic and a personal favourite but the BMW also gets The Tick. Neither will be cheap if something goes wrong after the warranty. I would have a Range Rover badge every time.

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BMW X5 2015 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2015 BMW X5 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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BMW X5 2015 VS The Competition

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BMW X5 2015 Towing Capacity

The 2015 BMW X5 has maximum towing capacity of 2700kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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