Would you buy your X5 again?

midlifecrisis · 12-26-2018, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by midlifecrisis

I'm on my second F15 35d - so yes, I'd buy another. Perfect for my needs and one of the most satisfying vehicles I've ever owned. Power, efficiency, comfort. The only downside is I need another vehicle for the race track.

I still feel the same way. Love my X5 35d.

jelt110 · 12-26-2018, 06:37 PM

Yes, I'd get the X5 again. 3rd gen- 2014-2017, as many options as I could find. I'd get the 3.5, but the 5.0 is tempting... Really like the steering wheel heat, and the heads up display.

LeopardM3 · 12-26-2018, 09:46 PM

I would totally buy it again... errrr at least so far because I haven't even received it yet. UGH. Shipping taking forever

kanvas · 12-26-2018, 10:17 PM

Ok so allow me to answer OP's question in great detail:

Absolutely.

1230vani · 12-27-2018, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by leo95se

I just did! Really loved my 2025 x5d and wanted to get into a newer diesel due to the unknown diesel plans for bmwna. Just picked up a 2018 diesel. Couldn’t be happier

I also owned two F15s. 2018 has some minor improvements. CarPlay plays music through wifi not bluetooth so quality much better. Also did a mod now for full screen CarPlay. Modded the car this time around (heavily for my standards, forum standards not so much). Enjoying the diesel torque as well. Congrats on your car!

freitz · 12-27-2018, 07:11 AM

Does anyone opinion changed when buying used to keep.

Looking at a 2016 x5 loaded 35i m sport vs a Cayenne base. Cayenne has longer warranty.

perry8912 · 12-27-2018, 07:35 AM

If the car is reliable for the next 60k miles, I will definitely buy it again. Time will tell....

leo95se · 12-27-2018, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 1230vani

I also owned two F15s. 2018 has some minor improvements. CarPlay plays music through wifi not bluetooth so quality much better. Also did a mod now for full screen CarPlay. Modded the car this time around (heavily for my standards, forum standards not so much). Enjoying the diesel torque as well. Congrats on your car!

What mod is that?
Thx!

1230vani · 12-27-2018, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by leo95se

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Originally Posted by 1230vani

I also owned two F15s. 2018 has some minor improvements. CarPlay plays music through wifi not bluetooth so quality much better. Also did a mod now for full screen CarPlay. Modded the car this time around (heavily for my standards, forum standards not so much). Enjoying the diesel torque as well. Congrats on your car!

What mod is that?
Thx!

https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1561624

redline9001 · 12-27-2018, 11:16 AM

Yes I would buy a x5 again

BimmerMan33 · 12-28-2018, 06:46 AM

Yes, would buy X5 again BUT would strongly suggest keeping the 335i too. The X5 is sporty feeling compared to other SUVs but not comparable to 335i car. I think you will miss the 335i if you sell it

X5hopefull · 12-28-2018, 12:45 PM

I currently own a 2017 X5. 35d. Just over 35,000 miles ,,,it is by far is thee best car truck I’ve ever owned ...zero problems,,, averaging 34 MPG, real MPG if you go by the on board computer I get 37 MPG,,but I don’t know if I would replace it ,,,Only if they put a diesel in it again ,but then I might be in the market for a X7 diesel then,,, I plan on driving this one for at least 2 to 300,000 miles

alphaod · 12-28-2018, 08:06 PM

I love my X5, but honestly there are some regrets. I should have gotten adaptive cruise control and nightvision. I do a lot of highway driving and a lot of night driving. I've used both very useful features.

Now if I were go back to the period when I was looking for a new car, I think I should gotten that S-coupe I wanted...

Anyways I plan to keep this car until it breaks, next car will be 911 Targa or G63

leo95se · 12-30-2018, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by X5hopefull

I currently own a 2017 X5. 35d. Just over 35,000 miles ,,,it is by far is thee best car truck I’ve ever owned ...zero problems,,, averaging 34 MPG, real MPG if you go by the on board computer I get 37 MPG,,but I don’t know if I would replace it ,,,Only if they put a diesel in it again ,but then I might be in the market for a X7 diesel then,,, I plan on driving this one for at least 2 to 300,000 miles

34?! Dang. How? Eco mode and 55mph?

My average in my 2015 over 98k miles is 26mpg. That does include towing tho. Most of my highway trips give me 28mpg and I’m a lead foot.

DBV1 · 12-30-2018, 10:41 AM

Has anyone driven the 2019 X5 and if so is it a big enough upgrade to make you trade out of your F15?

redline9001 · 12-30-2018, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by DBV1

Has anyone driven the 2019 X5 and if so is it a big enough upgrade to make you trade out of your F15?

After seeing one in person last night, I am going to take one for a drive

The Libertine · 12-30-2018, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by DBV1

Has anyone driven the 2019 X5 and if so is it a big enough upgrade to make you trade out of your F15?

Not yet. And certainly not until a few model years go by and any kinks are worked out. Perhaps after the LCI but remain very content with my F15.

X5hopefull · 12-30-2018, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by leo95se

34?! Dang. How? Eco mode and 55mph?

My average in my 2015 over 98k miles is 26mpg. That does include towing tho. Most of my highway trips give me 28mpg and I’m a lead foot.

First get rid of those run flat tires ,,only use a quality fuel,,maintain a average of 61 mph. ,,drive in eco pro,, drive it easy don’t abuse the power that’s there,,,I drive about 60 miles one way every day ,,,and with the wind I could even get better than this but this is my average of back and forth...from work

KillFox91 · 12-30-2018, 06:06 PM

Only owned my f15 for 6 months and wouldn't go back. I've always been a BMW fanatic since my first of three E46's.
I've driven a lot of cars and SUVs; you will not find a better vehicle. BMWs are solid, well built, sporty, safe... The Ultimate driving machine is no lie.
I absolutely LOVE my X5 ; coming from an E60; which I thought was an amazing vehicle.
My mom had a Jeep Grand Cherokee which has had more problems than any car I've ever seen. Have a couple of buddies that have had jeeps with similar outcomes... I like the look of the new Jeeps ; but they are nowhere near the same level of an X5!

Grobian · 01-21-2020, 04:56 AM

If 34 mpg is impressive, our 25d will provide 42,5mpg.. however that was with very careful driving due to traffic and slippery roads :-) More normal is 35-39 mpg with higher speeds.

That aside, only had the car for three months, and we'd definitely buy it again. However when that time comes it will have to be a fully electric vehicle.

KRS_SN · 01-21-2020, 06:39 AM

i have an f15 x5 30d and a f series 335d and I totally prefer the x5 the comfort and sportiness and interior. if I could i would go back and buy another x5 instead of the 335d.

raabsin513 · 01-21-2020, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by JStang

Hey guys,

With a second kid on the way, it's time to get into an SUV. I love my BMW 335i despite the maintenance issues that it has had. I have always thought the fun of driving the car outweighed the issues that came along with it. My 335i has 116k miles on it and it still puts a smile on my face daily. I may sell it, I may hang onto it. That is yet to be seen.

In regards to your X5, do you have any regrets? I have been fighting going with a 4runner LTD over an X5 due to the depreciation being much better and maintenance being cheaper. With that said, I know I will get more enjoyment from the X5. I am looking at a 2014 X5 M Sport (01/2014) build with 41k miles in a couple of hours. Price seems good at $35,700 which is about what a 4runner LTD would cost.

I bought my 2014 X5 M Sport diesel with 42k miles for just under 30k. And the diesels are typically more. I'd ask for much more off the price.

12-26-2018, 06:37 PM	#112
jelt110 Private 27 Rep 58 Posts Drives: 2014 3.5x w/RC RS; M sport Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: NW chicago burbs iTrader: (0)	Yes, I'd get the X5 again. 3rd gen- 2014-2017, as many options as I could find. I'd get the 3.5, but the 5.0 is tempting... Really like the steering wheel heat, and the heads up display.
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12-26-2018, 09:46 PM	#113
LeopardM3 Second Lieutenant 233 Rep 252 Posts Drives: '06 M3, '20 X3MC, '03 540i MSp Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: New Orleans iTrader: (0) Garage List 1991 BMW 318is [0.00] 2006 BMW M3 [0.00]	I would totally buy it again... errrr at least so far because I haven't even received it yet. UGH. Shipping taking forever
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12-26-2018, 10:17 PM	#114
kanvas Major 649 Rep 1,170 Posts Drives: V8 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Orange County, CA iTrader: (2)	Ok so allow me to answer OP's question in great detail: Absolutely.
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12-27-2018, 07:11 AM	#116
freitz Lieutenant 82 Rep 432 Posts Drives: BMW X3M40i 2018 & X128i 2014 Join Date: May 2018 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	Does anyone opinion changed when buying used to keep. Looking at a 2016 x5 loaded 35i m sport vs a Cayenne base. Cayenne has longer warranty.
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12-27-2018, 07:35 AM	#117
perry8912 Second Lieutenant 101 Rep 239 Posts Drives: bmw x5 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Calgary, AB iTrader: (0)	If the car is reliable for the next 60k miles, I will definitely buy it again. Time will tell....
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12-27-2018, 11:16 AM	#120
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12-28-2018, 06:46 AM	#121
BimmerMan33 Private First Class 130 Rep 196 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW M3, 2014 BMW X5 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Illinois, USA iTrader: (0)	Yes, would buy X5 again BUT would strongly suggest keeping the 335i too. The X5 is sporty feeling compared to other SUVs but not comparable to 335i car. I think you will miss the 335i if you sell it
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12-28-2018, 12:45 PM	#122
X5hopefull Enlisted Member 16 Rep 31 Posts Drives: X5 35d Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Wisconsin iTrader: (0)	Yes sir I currently own a 2017 X5. 35d. Just over 35,000 miles ,,,it is by far is thee best car truck I’ve ever owned ...zero problems,,, averaging 34 MPG, real MPG if you go by the on board computer I get 37 MPG,,but I don’t know if I would replace it ,,,Only if they put a diesel in it again ,but then I might be in the market for a X7 diesel then,,, I plan on driving this one for at least 2 to 300,000 miles
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12-28-2018, 08:06 PM	#123
alphaod Mmmmm… 1150 Rep 2,426 Posts Drives: F15 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: New York iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW X5 xDrive50i [10.00]	I love my X5, but honestly there are some regrets. I should have gotten adaptive cruise control and nightvision. I do a lot of highway driving and a lot of night driving. I've used both very useful features. Now if I were go back to the period when I was looking for a new car, I think I should gotten that S-coupe I wanted... Anyways I plan to keep this car until it breaks, next car will be 911 Targa or G63 __________________ 2015 BMW X5 xDrive50i BMW CCA 509766
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12-30-2018, 10:41 AM	#125
DBV1 First Lieutenant 134 Rep 395 Posts Drives: 2018 BMW X5d 2021 Tesla S Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Has anyone driven the 2019 X5 and if so is it a big enough upgrade to make you trade out of your F15?
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12-30-2018, 06:06 PM	#129
KillFox91 Second Lieutenant 83 Rep 207 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X35i Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: East Wenatchee, WA iTrader: (1)	Only owned my f15 for 6 months and wouldn't go back. I've always been a BMW fanatic since my first of three E46's. I've driven a lot of cars and SUVs; you will not find a better vehicle. BMWs are solid, well built, sporty, safe... The Ultimate driving machine is no lie. I absolutely LOVE my X5 ; coming from an E60; which I thought was an amazing vehicle. My mom had a Jeep Grand Cherokee which has had more problems than any car I've ever seen. Have a couple of buddies that have had jeeps with similar outcomes... I like the look of the new Jeeps ; but they are nowhere near the same level of an X5!
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01-21-2020, 04:56 AM	#130
Grobian Enlisted Member 62 Rep 30 Posts Drives: X5 25d xDrive Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	If 34 mpg is impressive, our 25d will provide 42,5mpg.. however that was with very careful driving due to traffic and slippery roads :-) More normal is 35-39 mpg with higher speeds. That aside, only had the car for three months, and we'd definitely buy it again. However when that time comes it will have to be a fully electric vehicle. Attached Images
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01-21-2020, 06:39 AM	#131
KRS_SN Major General 13537 Rep 5,211 Posts Drives: IX,G07 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 X7 [10.00] X5 [8.50] IX [8.00]	i have an f15 x5 30d and a f series 335d and I totally prefer the x5 the comfort and sportiness and interior. if I could i would go back and buy another x5 instead of the 335d.
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