Cars.com Family Reviews the 2013 BMW X5

By Jennifer Newman
March 5, 2015
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The 2013 BMW X5 has the German automaker’s classic good looks on the outside, says Cars.com Family reviewer Courtney Messenbaugh. While the interior is as luxurious as expected, it’s also cramped when equipped with an optional third-row bench. The X5’s excellent driving experience — something many family-friendly crossovers don’t offer — made Courtney willing to overlook its tight quarters.

2013 BMW X5 Review
Editor-in-Chief
Jennifer Newman

Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Newman is a journalist with more than 25 years of experience, including 15 years as an automotive journalist at Cars.com. Jennifer leads the Editorial team in its mission of helping car shoppers find the vehicle that best fits their life. A mom of two, she’s graduated from kids in car seats to teens behind the steering wheel. She’s also a certified car-seat technician with more than 12 years of experience, as well as member of the World Car Jury, Automotive Press Association and Midwest Automotive Media Association. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennilnewman/ Instagram: @jennilnewman

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