2000-2006 X5 OverviewBMW X5 Overview (2000 - 2006)
E53
Tech Specs Summary
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- 124 - 153 mph
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- 6.1 - 10.5 seconds
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- 181 - 355 BHP
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- 19 - 32.8 mpg
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- 2,056 - 2,275 kg
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- 456 - 1,550 L
This generation of the BMW X5 (E53) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2000 - 2006. It's a front engined all-wheel drive SUV. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 181 BHP 2.9 L Inline 6 Turbo diesel engine to a 355 BHP 4.4 L V8 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone front suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the X5 is the BMW X5 4.8iS which scores 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 355 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 156 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 153 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW X5 3.0d is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 670 miles and can store 456-1,550 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,300 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
