2008 BMW X5 consumer reviews

I have a question everyone . I have a 2008 bmw x5 . It has 183,000 miles on it . It’s has a 4x4 light on engine and a triangle looking thing on top . I want to drive it 9 hours back and fourth , would it make it there ? How far have yall driving yall bmw ?

Have only owned my 2008 4.8 x5 for 6 months but owned a 2009 328 I for years never any major problems I’ve seen the reviews saying the x5 isn’t that great now I’m scared to own it lol the previous owner took care of it well it has 258000 km but drives amazing I’m hoping that all the major issues it had was already resolved any feed back should I sell or keep this x5??!

I have a BMW x5 4.8 and it's been a year now and it's been broke down more then driven, From engine malfunction safe mode to 4x4 malfunction safe mode. Nobody has figured it out yet tons of new parts and it's still sitting on the street stuck in safe mode and can't drive it at all. Pile of crap for sure

WHat a fantastically fun vehicle to drive. I always knew BMW's were known for being the "Driver's Car," and this was no exception. My car has the Sport Package, and thus, the sport tuned suspension as well as HUGE wide tires that grip the road like nothing I've ever driven! Taking corners is SO fun in this machine. Combined with the all-wheel-drive system, this thing just STICKS to the road...period! I got the 3.0si for feul economy and it's more reliable than the turbo charged options. It's peppy, and get's up t speed in decent time, but I still went ahead and ordered a BMS tune that bumped u the HP about 10hp, and torque about 13tq, and mostly it gave me 3 pedal sesitivity setting to choose from. I LOVE that. Car came even more alive! It's and older car and a BMW at that, so it's picky at times. There are sensors everywhere...sensors on top of sensors...then a sensor for that! It can be annoying at times. Regular upkeep is very important to keep her happy. Best if you can do basic stuf like oil changes, brakes, plugs, etc yourself. It's not hard to work on in my opinion. Saved a bundle too! My next X5 will be a newer one with the 4.4 twin turbo. The X5M is great, but the XDrive5.0 Sport Package only loses 20%hp to the M and you can get it with a 3rd row, which I like( no 3rd row option on M line). An ECU flash for $1200 will get you 600hp/650tq, which is MORE than the X5M and WAY cheaper. Plus the exhasust on the 5.0 sounds better too:-) That free info for those who don't know:-) So yes--I like the car very much. Nothing drives like it! And it is sexy to look at!

This car met our family needs over the years going to places and commuting in local area. It took care of daily needs and taking kids to places around East coast.

This car is an absolutely gorgeous! It’s is everything I wanted and WAY more! It does things I didn’t know could be done! It handles well, the headlights turn when I do! When you step on the gas, she moves! I’m no longer afraid to pull into traffic! The panoramic sunroof is unbelievable! She’s one sexy beast!

Bought my 2008 X5 used. Body and interior were perfect and it seemed mechanically in excellent shape. Then the problems began. Cracked radiator $1000. Two months later, replaced both front and rear sway bars: $900. Then the AC compressor started making noise. Needed replacing, another $1200. Three months later, car started overheating. Replaced cracked coolant overflow tank $400. Still didn’t fix the issue, replaced thermostat and water pump $1400. The run never ends.

Comfortable, sporty, fun to drive. BMW handling and quality materials throughout. All the room you need in an SUV, with excellent towing capacity as well.

sorry leaks in head cover, and bad ride and need premium gas , was told by my mechanic that this car known for leaks, and expense to own

I have a 2008 X5 E70 3.0, and love the vehicle. It is very comfortable, heated seats & steering wheel, leather... It has over 150k miles on it and I have had limited issues. The issues have be failed water pump at 140k miles (~$1400 to repair), a few engine oil leaks, failed coolant reservoir. Dislikes: The backup lights are poor. I installed LED tag and backups to improve, but still difficult to see at night. Mine has no backup camera. This is about the only thing that I don't like. I actually love this car. I purchased it from BMW dealer with 90k+ miles and it has been a good value for the price I paid, and considering the luxury it provides. If it ever dies, I will probably want another X5.