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The car does have a feel of sports car as it is from the house of one of the best car manufacturers in the world. Big muscular looks make the car go faster on curves and rough terrain. Suspension of the BMW X% is designed for extreme use. It means the car can be used on any terrain where rubber can go. Apart from power and performance the car handles perfect on plain tarmac. The interiors of the X5 are simply superb and designed for perfection.

General Data

Additional details

• 4.4L HPI turbocharged V8 engine -: dual intercoolers, launch control
• Direct ignition system knocks control
• 6-speed M-sport automatic transmission OD
• xDrive full-time all-wheel drive system front/rear torque split
• Electronically controlled engine cooling
• Double wishbone multi-link front suspension -: aluminum thrust plate, coil springs
• Integral 4-link self-leveling rear suspension -: aluminum upper & lower arms, aluminum wheel carriers, air springs
• Front/rear stabilizer bars
• Twin-tube gas-pressure shocks
• Servotronic Power steering
• Adaptive drive
• 4-wheel ventilated Power disc brakes -: brake fades compensation, brake standby, brake drying, and auto hold function
• Electromechanical parking brake
• Dual exhaust system
• Toolkit
• Merino leather seat trim
• M sport front seats -: 10-way Power, 3-position driver seat memory, headrests, lumbar support
• 3-stage heated front seats -: fast heating, 4-zone balance control
• 2nd row split-folding seats -: flush-fold function, fold-up center armrest, headrests
• Front armrest console -: removable flashlight, dual storage compartments lids & armrests, accessory Power outlet
• M leather-wrapped Power tilt/telescopic multi-function steering wheel -: auto tilt away, 3-position memory
• Electronic analog speedometer & tachometer
• LCD main & trip odometers
• iDrive system -: on-board computer, 6.5″ color display, (5) menus, controller, (6) programmable memory keys
• Power windows -: Power retention, 1-touch open/close, anti-trapping feature, close from exterior lock
• Central locking system -: double-lock, selective unlocking, glove box
• Remote keyless entry -: selective unlocking, tailgate release, interior light actuation, window down, alarm
• Universal garage door opener
• Dynamic cruise control
• Anti-theft alarm system interior motion detector
• Vehicle & key memory
• Enhanced coded drive away protection
• BMW on-board navigation system -: 8.8″ display, expanded iDrive system, controller force feedback, voice command, real time traffic info dynamic re-routing, expanded on-board computer functions, auto ventilation, steering Tele services
• Dual-zone automatic climate control -: auto recirculation, misting control, bi-directional solar sensor, temp-controlled rear air outlets, toggle control for custom air distribution settings, max A/C function, activated charcoal micro-filter ventilation
• Rear window defroster
• Power upper & lower locking glove boxes
• Front/rear cup holders
• Smoker’s package ashtray & lighter
• Aluminum trim
• Rearview mirror digital compass
• Anthracite headliner
• Dual front sun visors illuminated vanity mirrors
• BMW ambiance lighting
• Courtesy lights -: fade in/out feature, dual front reading lights, front foot well lighting, (2) cargo compartment lights in tailgate
• 20″ M-alloy wheels (style 299M)
• Performance tires
• Panoramic moon roof
• Rear roof spoiler separation edges
• Body-color body side cladding
• Shadow line window trim
• BMW kidney grille titanium vertical bars
• Xenon headlights
• Automatic headlights rain sensor, retractable headlight washers
• Adaptive light control -: dynamic auto-leveling, auto headlight control, cornering lights
• Front fog lights
• Adaptive brake lights
• Body-color & black Power heated mirrors -: 3-position memory, passenger reverse auto-tilt-down, auto-dimming

Power and performance
The X5 handles pretty good on plain tarmac. If you wish to see the real performance of the vehicle then a drive to the nearest rough terrain will help a lot. The design and suspension set up is done according to rough terrain and plain tarmac. Here in India rough terrain is used in most of the cases. Two modes are given to the car which can be selected according to the terrain. The engine of the vehicle is a masterpiece. All wheel drive system can be engaged in a push of a button. 28 1horsepower is generated by the X5 which can be even driven in rough conditions. Stability controls the vehicle at high speeds. It ensures the vehicle remains in contact with the ground at higher Rpm.

Looks and styling
The interiors of the X5 are very spacious and roomy. You can stretch completely inside the X5 without a problem. Take a break after a hectic day at work. The car is a masterpiece for luxury and speed. If you wish to have one of the best muscular looking cars on earth then this is the best option to choose. The best part about the X5 is its dual mode for drive. The interiors of the X5 can be selected according to your requirements. You can customize the X5 according to your requirements. Different colors setup is available according to your style. You can connect your phone through the Bluetooth facility of the car.

Safety features

• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
• Dynamic stability control (DSC) -Inc: electronic brake proportioning, cornering & braking stability enhancement, dynamic brake control, hill descent control, trailer-towing stabilization, rollover protection system, traction control
• Interlocking side-impact intrusion beams
• Programmable daytime running lights
• 2-stage dual front smart airbags w/dual-threshold deployment
• Front passenger OC3 seat-occupation recognition
• Front side-impact airbags
• Front/rear head protection system
• Tele Service activation
• BMW assist -Inc: (4) years of service, Bluetooth, Tele Service, Steering Tele Service

Why the BMW X5

• Good Looks
• Superb handling
• Superb handling performance
• Very easy to drive
• One of the best SUV available in sports series
• Lot of features available

Why not the BMW X5

• Bit difficult to drive

The judge says
Go for it if you have the money and power. The X5 is strong and has mean looks which will make others go down. This car is big and has some real power too. Best car to drive as compared to other SUV options. Aerodynamics play an important role in keeping the car on the ground and delivers superb control which is one of the best.