2003 BMW X5

Follow-up to "Defects Equal Disappointment"

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Pros: 4.4 is noticeably faster than 3.0; reclining rear seats are useful for baby seat set-up.

Cons: The V-8 is a gas guzzler!

Bottom Line:
The 2003 4.4 X5 is, so far, much more sound and stable than its older sibling, a 2001 3.0. Don't buy the electronically unreliable first-year model (2001) of the X5. Read More

Is it a car, is it an SUV? Yes It is. I can prove it!

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Pros: Still a great car!

Cons: Small baggage space at rear

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BMW have a clear winner here. There was no doubt in my mind that we would buy a replacement when we were able to. Read More

BMW X5 Sport Utility

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Pros: The ride is sooo smooth.

Cons: You have to learn all the features it comes with

Bottom Line:
If you are looking for a great investment and soft rid purchase it today Read More

2003 X5

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Pros: build quality, solid/tight ride with sports package. Quiet inside.

Cons: Front cup holder holds only two small drinks simultaneously. Cargo capacity is limited.

Bottom Line:
A must have if you want an SUV and are willing to exchange traditional cargo capacity and off road capability for a solid sports sedan ride. Read More

X5 - fantastic four by four

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Pros: Driving experience, engineering, quality

Cons: Interior isnt the most attractive - lots of plastic, but it works.

X5 3.0 faster than the word of God

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Pros: For those who appreciate driving, need 4 wheel drive for rain,and little snow.

Cons: Center console needs work, back seats more comfortable, transmission should shift better in cold

The best SUV ever made

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Pros: crazy looks, fast, incredible overall feel of quality, best resale value

Cons: a little pricey, but worth the money.

Excellent ride ~ well worth the $79,000 CDN

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Pros: Design, Sporty handling, Cheap on insurance

Cons: None.

Bimmer's X5 still has the SAV market cornered (and OUTcornered)

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Pros: Unparralelled German engineering, excellent handling, sporty, agile and very comfortable

Cons: Perhaps a little pricier than the others (though justafiably so, & not by much)

Bottom Line:
Easily 4.5 stars, deduct half a star just because I couldn't afford the 4.6 V8! THe vehicle is incredible and absolutely must be driven to understand! Bravo BMW Read More

When the driving experience matters...

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Pros: Great ride and handling. Good safety features.

Cons: High price, small cargo capacity

Bottom Line:
Sports sedan handling in a taller package. Read More