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2016 BMW X5 M consumer reviews

$98,800 starting MSRP
side view of 2016 X5 M BMW
(10 reviews)
80% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.4
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It's been a money pit, from repairs to tires, everytime I

It's been a money pit, from repairs to tires, everytime I take it to the dealer $2000.00 - $4000.00 one time $12.000 hit a pot hole. Took it for burning oil, no answer I was putting a quart in every 300 miles, now it's stalling after I travel over 45mins, only 80,000 miles. I've owned BMW's since 1986 and this is by far the worst. It was great at first then the repairs started. When I purchased it used with 20,000 miles, when I hit 55,000miles trouble started I've had it for 6 years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Awesome vehicles!

This model has great power when needed, the interior is very comfortable with decent space. If I could change one thing it would be placement of the rear door opener which presently is on driver side door. To relocate the button to the middle console to be accessible to the passenger besides just the driver.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Most satisfied Auto Holding customer! Not sorry.

Jim S. made my experience easy, efficient, and honestly better than expected. Professional and patient, family-like customer service. Drove from 5 hours away and after 2 hours was driving back in my dream car. The entire process was honest and pleasant. Highly recommended, from a harsh critic.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Big Ol Beast

Almost 3 tons of luxury performance. I'm amazed how fast this car is considering the mass. There are not many vehicles that have the size and power of an X5M

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I've owned!

This is my 3rd BMW and it's the best so far. Great look and very luxurious feel inside. Very powerful with responsive steering and brakes.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Stealth Look for powerful SUV

This SUV is very powerful yet looks like a "normal" SUV. While the M counterparts of regular BMWs usually look much more menacing, the X5M doesn't look much more powerful than the M sport version. However, once you get in the driver seat, it is a different animal. The interior is very luxurious and elegant. It handles very well for a 6000 lb SUV and all that power is available with one touch of a button (M1 and M2 settings). Very enjoyable to drive. The only gripe I have is the frequent trips to the gas station.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome SUV

This is the SUV of SUV's if you want a performance SUV. This drive so much like a sports car that when you get out and look back at the car, it just doesn't make sense to your brain that you just got out of an SUV. The quality of interior and exterior is outstanding with such style. out of my 13 cars I have owned, my favorite to date.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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BMW X5M

This car is comfortable and quiet. With the V8 motor, there is plenty of power and it is incredibly fun to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Disappointed! OVER-COMPLICATED

I've owned 3 of the X-5 M, super ridiculously over-complicated, it is a joke. It is much bigger, bulkier, much less intuitive, therefore less sporty than previous models or competitors. It is fast, once you go through all the menus and buttons to wake it up. However, the factory software that was installed, crashed at approximately 1000 miles, even lost my settings and audio. Please don't get me started about the poor dealer network. Consider Merc or Porsche before ever settling on this "LUG"

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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X5M - Spacious Altrenative

As a replacement for my 2010 X6M, this 2016 X5M has met all of my needs. It provides more seating from 4 to 5 people and increased rear cargo space with out sacrificing style and performance. The extra torque is definitely noticeable and appreciated from the previous model's engine. The suspension provides a stiffer ride even in its comfort mode setting, but still not too uncomfortable for daily driving. I like the Driver Assistance Plus Package and Executive Package features too such as active blind spot detection. 8-speed transmission is more responsive and faster than the previous 6-speed transmission. The ability to see at night is improved by the LED headlights. The Long Beach Blue exterior is an eye-catcher too!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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