2006 BMW X5 Consumer Reviews Page 3
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Awesome suv...but not for women
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 BMW X5 3.0i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
This is my 2nd X5 and I have never had a problem except with sticking doors in both of them. Speaking of doors, they are heavy and close by themselves, knocking women and smaller men off their feet. Is it worth the safety they provide? Your preference. Ride is amazing. Visibility is too. No need for the 4.4, unless you want to dragrace on the interstate.
Favorite Features
Sunroof
Suggested Improvements
Doors too heavy and stick, especially in winter. Trunk is cumbersome to open. Upgraded stereo is lame.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Love my X5
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 3.0i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
Car is classy to drive and it turns heads. I like the quiet soft ride. I like sitting high and the excellent visability. Handles beautifully and it has gentle manners. Quality of construction and materials is superb.
Favorite Features
many extras on other cars, standard on this one.
Suggested Improvements
Bigger trunk space relocate master window switch console gas milage better cup holders smoother shifting transmission
Second X5 and might buy a third one!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 4.4i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Review
Without a question, this is the 4WD to have. Pricey vehicle; but the best by all means. I would have given a perfect reliability score, but a faulty passenger seat sensor that activates the air bag left me without my X5 for 29 DAYS because the spare part had to be ordered from Germany, and part number was not availble??? That said, the dealer loaned me a fantastic 530 for the whole time the X5 was in service and every day they kept me informed about the situation, with a very professional and courteous approach.
Favorite Features
The 4.4 engine rocks!!! Lots of power all over the RPM band. The engine sounds great too. (Fuel economy is not great, but is expected from such powerful and heavy vehicle) Brakes are incredible too. The 19" wheels make the X5 look sporty and muscular.
Suggested Improvements
Better sound system. Upgraded sound option not even close to the sound quality and power of the Mark Levinson system found on Lexus. No CD player when ordered with Nav, is totally out of BMW league. No iPod connector possibility with Nav and DSP is a shame!
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
I'm thrilled so far!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 4.4i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Review
It was hard to part with my 7 series that I loved and have driven for the past 8 year. I was considering ML500, XC90, Cayenne S and X5 4.4. ML500 and XC90 did not have heated steering as an available option, which was one of my criteria. After test-driving X5 4.4; I knew it was the right choice. Drives like a dream. Great power, great cornering... and it is fun to drive! I've only had it 6 days, but it's a BMW..... you just can't go wrong!
Favorite Features
Bluetooth allowing cell phone to automatically store numbers in the car's system and be available by scrolling on the steering wheel! And the panoramic moonroof! Full-sized spare tire.
Suggested Improvements
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Big Fun
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 3.0i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
Outstanding handling, performance and a thrill to drive! BMW focuses on the driving experience vs "gadgets". It didn't take long to decide on the X5 after test driving the competitors.
Favorite Features
Interior functionality, handling and performance.
Suggested Improvements
Nothing.
comfort and gas
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 4.4i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Review
I would like to say a few things about my X5, the price was great, but i should of test drive the car first, I got the sports package which makes the ride of the car very bumpy, I had no idea it was going to be so rough. But one good thing about the car is that i'm very surprised it gets great gas milage for a big V8.
Favorite Features
I would like to say my favorite feature's should be the heated steering wheel and the parking sensors.
Suggested Improvements
I really think it's stupid for the sports package to have such a rough ride and also it is also stupid that your not able to connect your Ipod to your radio if you get the navigation system. If you have the base radio you are able to connect your ipod.
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
2005 BMW X5 3.0 w/6-speed transmission
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 3.0i 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I've had the car for 6 months and like it more each time I drive it. The seat comfort, handling, shifting and ride are superb. On long rides the seats allow you to arrive refreshed rather than tired. The car handles solidly at high speeds and corners nimbly without roll. The 6 speed is super smooth and quick. The highway ride is like floating on a cloud.
Favorite Features
Front seat comfort is exemplary - no feeling of fatigue at the end of an all day ride. The manual transmission is great fun and the handling is superb. The overall fit and finish - especially the interior - is impeccable. The interior design is outstanding.
Suggested Improvements
Two very, very minor items - It would be nice to have illumination of the button that folds the side mirrors and the dashboard knob that controls delivery of cool and warm air. Both of these are hard to see at night or in other dark conditions.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
excellent
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 4.4i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Review
It was hard to switch over to the BMW X5 4.4i for the Volvo XC90, but within hours I was in love with this vehicle. It's like driving a cloud. The weather in New England has been rough this fall and this SUV handles like a dream. Thank you.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Yes. It's umtimate driving machine.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2006 BMW X5 4.4i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Review
4.4 with sports package and 19" wheels, it looks aggressive and really is. It can drive silky smooth, pass effortless in any speed, and stop on a dime. 3.0 is a bit lag from start, but 4.4 is really fast and fast. Cargo space is a bit tight, but who cares that in this driving machine. It drives like a sport sedan. Minimum body lean on curve. Panorama moon roof is fresh. Overall mileage is about 20miles/gallon which is not that bad at all. I'm excited every morning when I sit on it. How many cars can give you this sort of excitement?
Favorite Features
Sport package, panorama roof, endless power and road grip. dual chrome exhaust.
Suggested Improvements
Second row is a bit too firm and flat. Just little more of cargo room if not influencing on driving pleasure.
step up to a 4.4i
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 BMW X5 4.4i 4dr SUV AWD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Review
Had a 03, 3.0 and loved it. Just bought a 4.4.Sport. Wow what a difference. BMW took out all the kinks from the old model. Real quiet inside, solid ride, agile, great acceleration. Get the sport package. Seats are more comfy. I drive this truck in n.y.c. Handles the roads unbeliveable. Fixed the annoying hatch rattle and now easy to remove rear cover. Expensive, but you get what you pay for. Gas mileage sucks. But what is perfect in life? If money is an issue you don't deserve to drive this truck, sorry...
Favorite Features
Performance and handling, little wind noise, Bluetooth phone connection.
Suggested Improvements
Need to implement satellite radio or iPod connection not an option for the X5 with navigation. Whaats..up?
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
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