2006 BMW X5 Overview

Introduction

X5 defines an expanding group of big, powerful SUVs that shine for their on-pavement agility and lightning acceleration, with an emphasis on luxury appointments.

The X5 seats five passengers and has handy SUV amenities like a dual opening top and bottom tailgate. It comes in three trims: 3.0i, 4.4i, and 4.8is. The 3.0i comes with a 225 hp 3.0-liter inline-six cylinder. The 4.4i comes with a 315 hp 4.4-liter V-8. The 4.8is comes with a 355 hp 4.8-liter V-8. All the engine combinations come with a six-speed manual. A five-speed automatic transmission can be put in the 3.0i. The 4.4i and 4.8i come only with a six-speed automatic. All models are all-wheel drive and come with Hill Descent Control. Standard safety features include stability control, antilock brakes, side-curtain, side-, and front-airbags.

For 2006, the BMW X5 gets minimal changes.

The BMW X5 now has an optional third row of seats, making room for 7 passengers. It increases in size and includes even more technology such as: a variable-ratio active steering system, updated transmission, and electronically controlled suspension branded AdaptiveDrive. The 3.0si comes with a six speed automatic transmission and 260 hp 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. The 4.8i comes with a six-speed automatic transmission and a 350 hp 4.8-liter V-8 engine.

The BMW X5 is fully redesigned for 2007. Its trims are also simplified to only the 3.0si and 4.8i.

The BMW X5 defines an expanding group of big, powerful SUVs that shine for their on-pavement agility and responsive acceleration, with an emphasis on safety, comfort and luxury appointments.

The 5-passenger X5 is available in two trims: 3.0si and 4.8i. The 3.0si has a 260 hp 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, while the 4.8i boasts a 350 hp 4.8-liter V8. Both trims share the same standard six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic shifting, as well as BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control and leather upholstery (leatherette on the 3.0si trim); an optional third-row seat adds versatility. Safety features for the X5 include first and second row side curtain airbags, Dynamic Stability Control with rollover sensor, run-flat tires and adaptive brake lights.

The BMW X5 is largely a carryover from 2007; new for 2008, Active front headrests and the Panorama glass moonroof are now standard equipment.

The 5-passenger X5 is available in two trims: xDrive30i and xDrive48i. The xDrive30i is powered by a 260-hp 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, while the xDrive48i boasts a 350-hp 4.8-liter V8. Both trims share the same standard six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic manual shift mode, as well as BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, a Panorama glass moonroof, automatic climate control, wood interior trim and leather upholstery (leatherette on the xDrive30i); an optional third-row seat adds versatility, increasing seating capacity to seven passengers. Safety features on every X5 include anti-lock disc brakes, Dynamic Stability Control with traction control and rollover sensor, run-flat tires, bi-xenon adaptive headlamps, adaptive LED brake lights, front side-impact airbags and overhead curtain airbags for all rows.

The BMW X5 carries over with minimal changes for 2009. The naming convention changes to put more emphasis on xDrive and to differentiate performance levels, with new badging on the front doors. A space saver spare wheel and tire is now optional instead of standard on both trims, the rear auto-leveling air suspension is no longer standard on the xDrive48i, and option packages have been restructured.

The 5-passenger X5 is available in three trims: xDrive30i, xDrive35d and xDrive48i. The xDrive30i gets a 260-hp 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, while the xDrive35d is outfitted with a 3.0-liter twin turbo inline six-cylinder diesel engine that puts out 265 horsepower and 425 pound-feet of torque. At the top of the power range, the xDrive48i boasts a 350-hp 4.8-liter V8 engine. All trims share the same standard six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic manual shift mode, as well as BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, a Panorama glass moonroof, bi-xenon adaptive headlamps, automatic climate control, wood interior trim and leatherette upholstery (leather on the xDrive48i); an optional third-row seat adds versatility, increasing seating capacity to seven passengers. Safety features on every X5 include anti-lock disc brakes, Dynamic Stability Control with traction control and rollover sensor, run-flat tires and a tire pressure monitor, along with front side-impact airbags and overhead curtain airbags for all rows.

For 2010, the BMW X5 gets HD radio added to standard equipment on all trim levels.