Introduction
What Car? says...
If you’ve considered buying a luxury SUV at any time since they burst onto the scene, the chances are the BMW X5 has been on your radar. It kicked off the craze for sportier SUVs that felt more like cars to drive – sacrificing a bit of ruggedness and rock-climbing ability in favour of better handling, improved ride comfort and a smarter interior.
Several challengers have also staked a claim on this territory since the X5 landed all those years ago. Firstly, the Volvo XC90 joined the crowd, bringing with it seven seats as standard, while the Range Rover Sport came along offering a halfway house between sportiness and proper off-roading abilities. Later, the Audi Q7 would impress with its blend of seven-seat versatility, remarkable comfort and a truly classy interior. Under pressure from such talented rivals, this fourth-generation version of the X5 has its work cut out if it’s to rise to the top of the class again.
| RRP price range | £61,995 - £88,635 |
|---|---|
| Number of trims (see all) | 4 |
| Number of engines (see all) | 5 |
| Available fuel types (which is best for you?) | hybrid, petrol, diesel |
| MPG range across all versions | 235.4 - 42.2 |
| Available doors options | 5 |
| Warranty | 3 |
| Company car tax at 20% (min/max) | £949 / £6,389 |
| Company car tax at 40% (min/max) | £1,897 / £12,778 |
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