The X5 offers nearly all the bells, whistles and high-tech gizmos that you'll find on the most expensive sedans in the world. Online Edition for Part No. It works well in foul weather and easily negotiates muddy trails. Online Edition for Part No. While carrying the designation X5, the vehicle is not based on the 5 Series but it is its own new car-like platform. The handle is then removed by pulling it out and down to release it from the latch. Alpine White paint displays nicely, and the only flaws visible in photos are a pair of scrapes on both sides of the rear bumper that would easily be remedied with a partial cap-off respray.
Factory roof rails are visible up top, along with a panoramic glass moonroof. While it has the same displacement as its predecessor, nearly everything else has changed. Running boards, integrated into the rocker panels, provide ease of entry on the left and right sides. The lock cylinder is removed by removing the torx screw through the access hole in the door. On the road, the X5 does not ride, handle, or accelerate as well as the 5 Series wagon. Though some will prefer a 4.
On the freeway, the X5 changes lanes with the lightest touch and total precision. It provides the commanding chairs situation a lot of individuals prefer. The front bumper has new contours and fog lights. The mirrors are aero style that includes cascade lighting at the bottom of the mirror for vehicle entry at night. Height with roof-mounted luggage rack: with level control system: 68. Huge auto tires play a role in amazing cornering traction and quitting power.
Now let's get back to logic. The rear window can be opened independently of the tailgate, convenient for quickly loading small items. For 2004, the standard manual transmission has been upgraded to a six-speed, while the leatherette vinyl upholstery remains. For details: page Manual and automatic transmission, — — Lifetime fluid, transfer box and differential no fluid change required Online Edition for Part No. Online Edition for Part No. And a new high-performance 4. It looks difficult and finished at the very same time.
For additional information, refer to page Online Edition for Part No. But as we'll see, the manual has its drawbacks. Different tones are used front and rear, making it much easier and quicker to parallel park in tight spaces. Gross Weight 2625kg 2650kg Auto Trans. Online Edition for Part No. Online Edition for Part No. Each front-seat occupant gets a front airbag, a side thorax airbag and a curtain-style head protection airbag.
Shop the large inventory of and! Online Edition for Part No. Despite the X5's high seats, many drivers will drop the bottom cushion down, and that can obscure much of the exterior from view, not to mention stuff located a few feet around it. Notes Symbols The individual vehicle Online Edition for Part No. All X5s come with full-time all-wheel drive and Dynamic Stability Control, which includes traction control, electronic brake proportioning, an electronic stability program, and Hill Descent Control. A remote release opens the rear window, but this only led to a frustrating sequence of events: We'd press the release, climb out, and close the driver's side door. The X5 has 180 mm ground clearance, for both suspensions to allow off road travel. Online Edition for Part No.
The X5, however, uses a monocoque body shell like that of a regular sedan. Reflectors on the tailgate's jamb enhance safety when accessing gear at night. Online Edition for Part No. The grilles are integrated into the hood with the secondary hood latch springing out from the grille when the hood is opened. Avoid sudden accelera- tion and braking maneuvers.
Shifts are smooth during casual driving. Notching the lever to the left puts the transmission into Sport mode and enables manual override; then a quick nudge forward or backward ratchets the transmission up or down one gear. There's no question who builds this vehicle. Nor is hauling capacity one of its strengths. It offers the commanding seating position many drivers prefer.