2001 BMW X5 review from North America
"Great car, fun to drive, but expensive to maintain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Coolant tank leaked at 50,000 miles, had to replace it for $1000, not under warranty anymore.
Check rear or brake light sign keeps lighting up in dashboard. Had to replace rear lights 3 times already and they still go out after it rains.
I see nightmares every time a warning light goes on in the dashboard. $$$$$$$$$$
Car sucks up gas like crazy. Definitely not a fuel efficient vehicle.
General comments?
Despite its problems, this is the most fun car I have driven, but I have only driven Mazdas, Mitsubishis and Chevrolets. This is a driving machine. It glides on the road and it does 80 miles per hour like other cars do 40. It is a joy to drive. The only reason I´m ready to trade it in is that once the warranty is gone, it is $$$$$ to maintain. The computer is sensitive and everything is very costly to repair. Unless you have big pockets for repairs and fuel, the fun will wear off soon. I would still buy a BMW when I have more money to handle it. They are classy cars. In terms of SUVs, this is my favorite, I dont know what else you would buy after the almighty X5.
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| I will NEVER purchase a BMW again |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.4i Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 62000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 29th April, 2006 |