2002 BMW X5 review from North America
"Built to last, nice performance, but expensive to fix"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
-Front suspension noise, dealer added some lubricant and replaced some gaskets ($250)
-Front Grille housing ware out ($150 Dealer)
-Plastic brackets broke off for window shades and door weather strips ($15 Dealer)
-Brake replacement and turned rotors ($400 auto shop)
General comments?
My previous car was a Chevy Suburban, definitely I can't compare the 2 of them, on the other hand, I can say that I am still happy with my 2002 BMW X5, I am aware this cars are very expensive to fix, so now that I have 72K I am considering selling it. Unfortunately the price value is not good. I am shopping around to get a quote for the 100K service (from the dealer) and I will make a selling decision.
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  | Ultimate driving experience, when it's not in the shop |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 72000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Suburban |
| Date of Entry | 30th January, 2008 |