2012 BMW X5 review
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Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
12 city, 17 highway, 14 combined
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.6 out of 5
21 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 16 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 3 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the BMW X5 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks BMW X5 12th out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.
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XDrive50i 4D Sport Utility 4WD/AWD
Standard Features
- Cruise Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Run Flat Tires
- 4WD/AWD
- Automatic Transmission
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Bluetooth Technology
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Navigation System
- A/C Seat(s)
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Head Up Display
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Running Boards
- Bluetooth Technology
- Rear Entertainment System
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
All-Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
4.4L
Horsepower
400
Torque (ft-lbs)
450
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
22.5
Wheelbase
115.5"
Overall length
191.1"
Width
76.1"
Height
69.9"
Leg room
F 40"/R 36.6"
Head room
F 36.6"/R 39.3"
Front tires
255/55R18
Rear tires
255/55R18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
900/6000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 BMW X5 FAQ
The 2012 BMW X5 has a maximum towing capacity of 6000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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The BMW X5 received a rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the BMW X5 as 12 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUV
Here are the pros and cons of the 2012 BMW X5: Pros - Ride and Handling - Power - Styling Cons - Fuel Economy - Cost to Maintain - Technology and Entertainment
The 2012 BMW X5 offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Diesel: 19 city / 26 highway MPG (XDrive35D trim) • Gas: 16 city / 23 highway MPG (XDrive35i trim) • Gas: 16 city / 23 highway MPG (XDrive35i Sport trim) • Gas: 12 city / 17 highway MPG (M trim) • Gas: 16 city / 23 highway MPG (XDrive35i Premium trim) • Gas: 14 city / 20 highway MPG (XDrive50i trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.
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