BMW X5 SUV: comfortable and spacious
What the motoring press is saying about the BMW X5 SUV
Price: £ 42,945 - £64,290
Pros: Economical sDrive model, plenty of interior space, and comfortable ride
Cons: Dull looks, uncomfortable sport mode, and expensive to buy
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4/5 Carbuyer "The BMW X5 might not be the best looking 4x4, but it's still an excellent seven-seat SUV."
"Out on the road, the BMW X5 is more fun to drive than a heavy SUV has any right to be, but it also doubles as a cosseting long-distance cruiser that can eat up miles with ease. "
4/5 What Car? "The BMW X5 is good to drive and has impressive fuel economy and CO2 emissions. Refinement leaves a bit to be desired, though."
4.5/5 Parkers "This is the third generation of the popular BMW X5 off-roader, a car that once represented 10 percent of all BMWs sold in the UK. Hoping to re-create that sort of sales success it promises major advances in design, luxury, comfort, safety, efficiency and driving enjoyment."
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3/5 AutoExpress "Third generation BMW X5 is bigger and better than ever, although it no-longer stands out from the crowd."
"BMW describes the newcomer as “deliberately evolutionary” and, although the familiar looks won’t offend anyone, it’s less distinctive than its predecessor."