BMW X5

is a fast, comfortable, and prestigious vehicle. It’s upscale, sporty, and stylish allure combined with BMW’s reputation for quality and excitement.

This SUV’s performance is stable and is accompanied with precise driving and powerful explosively.

It’s tires contribute to the BMW X5’s grip and power on the road. Structurally, this sports SUV is a strong beast that can tackle whatever the weather throws at it. Interiorly, the SUV is covered with smooth leather and enough space for the whole family. Its performance makes it a durable and safe vehicle for all.

To test its durability, Euro NCAP ran a frontal Offset Crash test on the BMW X3 and it received a  5-star rating based on its performance and protection in high-speed front and side crash tests.

Watch the Crash test video here.

Child Safety

When riding the X5, children less than 18 month of age should be facing the rear. After that age, it is advised that children be forward-facing. This is to avoid the impact on the chest.

However, safety could potentially be of concern. In a frontal impact collision, the driver only has marginal protection, while passengers have adequate protection. Despite this, the X5 has been given a 5-star rating for crashworthiness, due to its seatbelt reminder system.

Maintenance & Repair Costs   

Repairs made to the BMW X5 series will require high quality parts. The great news is that these parts can be found at many dealers within the same price range and time commitment of any normal car.

Service parts:                                             £200 – £250           (MANN, German)

Oil filter, Oil, Air filter, Fuel filter, Pollen filter

We recommend either Genuine quality, or similar, such like Mann filters & Castrol or Mobil oil, for BMW.

Brake Disc & Pads ch.:                         £300 – £400           (Pagid, German)

Cam. Chain change:    Check out our Common faults list

Cam chain kit:                                            £150 – £350

Diagnostic:                                                  £40 – £120            depend on the local garages

Labour rates:

• Independent:                                      £65 – £125 / hour

• Main dealer:                                       £125 – £215 / hour

The Service & Repair process, however, can be more time consuming and will require a well experienced mechanic and occasionally special tools. As a result, the price here may exceed costs of a typical vehicle.

Safety Features:

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

Anti-lock brakes, or ABS brakes, will automatically sense when a tire has abruptly stopped rotating and modulate the brake’s pressure to allow the tire to continue rotating safely. With ABS brakes, the vehicle is capable of turning while in brake mode.

STABILITY CONTROL

Stability control will sense when the vehicle has reached or exceeded its limit. It will reduce the engine power and/or apply the appropriate brakes. This feature helps prevent the driver from losing control of his or her vehicle.

FRONT, SIDE, AND OVERHEAD AIRBAGS

The vehicle is loaded with airbags for protection of its driver and passengers. Front airbags protect the head in a frontal crash. If the vehicle experiences a side collision or rollover, the side airbags protect the torso and the overhead airbags protect their heads

PRETENSIONERS

Pre-tensioners on the seatbelt automatically tighten the seatbelt to secure the occupant and ensure minimal injury.

SEATBELT REMINDER

Pre-tensioners on the seatbelt automatically tighten the seatbelt to The seatbelt reminder monitors whether there is an occupant in the seat and communicates this information to the seat restraint system in the vehicle. If the seat belt is not buckled, it sends a reminder to remind the occupant to put the seatbelt on.

ANTI-WHIPLASH

In the event of a rear collision, anti-whiplash head restraints in the vehicle cradle the occupants head to minimize any whiplash injury.

SECURITY SYSTEM

The ignition disable device prevents the engine from starting without the original manufacturer’s key.