2006 BMW X5 3.0 Diesel Sport review from UK and Ireland
"Still the King of Stylish 4x4s"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Digital TV keeps resetting, Bluetooth phone kit also problematic.
General comments?
This is the second X5 that I have owned and it's a wonderful car to drive and own. I specified the car in Sterling Grey which is less common than my previous silver car- it makes the car look smaller.
The new 3.0 diesel is supposed to be more economical than the engine in the 2003 model that I owned, but there is no noticeable difference.
While the Sat Nav is a great option, you could probably do without the digital TV. It tends to flicker no matter where you are. I was going to get the signal unblocked for on the move TV, but I won't bother now.
Consider the uprated speaker system- you will notice a difference.
Overall the car is great. I'll keep it for another 2 years, but I doubt another X5 will be on the cards. Perhaps the forthcoming Z4 Coupe seeing the only passenger I ever have is the girl I'm dating at the time.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2006 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 diesel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 2000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW X5 |
| Date of Entry | 13th January, 2006 |