BMW X5 4x4 4.4 V8 M 5dr

For This model performs quite astonishingly for such a big car - 0-60mph in less than five seconds, for a start. It also handles reasonably well.

Against It's almost twice as expensive as our favourite X5 and will cost a small fortune to run. Worst of all, the ride is too uncomfortable too much of the time.

What Car? says

2 out of 5 stars

Performance aside, there's little to recommend this model. There are better X5s - and better M cars.

Key facts

0–60mph: 4.7 secs
Top speed: 155 mph
Average mpg: 20.3
Tank range: 380 miles

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Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Three brilliant engines
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Brilliant on-road, if not off it
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
Smooth, calm and quiet
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
It'll be like money in the bank
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
An air of class inside
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Curtain airbags protect only five
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Lots to get your head round
Space & Practicality
4 out of 5 stars
Seven seats optional
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
Plenty provided; lots more available

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

If you want a big 4x4 that drives more like a sports saloon, the X5 is the one. Which is best? We can’t see any reason to look beyond the 30d. It’s impressively swift, yet still manages impressive fuel economy and has lower emissions than the rest of the range.

The more powerful diesel is quicker and isn't much less economical, but it does cost a lot more. The 402bhp 50i is utterly crazy – brilliant, but you'll need a Premiership footballer's income to buy and run it.

There’s a choice between two trim levels. To most eyes, the aggressively styled M Sport model looks better than the entry-level SE. However, the sports suspension hurts ride comfort. We’d save a few pounds, enjoy cushier suspension, and take the SE.

It’s worth buying the BMW Service Inclusive package, which covers servicing costs for five years/60,000 miles for a one-off payment and helps keep resale values healthy.