2006 BMW X5 Review

This car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale.

X5 defines an expanding group of big, powerful SUVs that shine for their on-pavement agility and lightning acceleration, with an emphasis on luxury appointments. The X5 seats five passengers and has handy SUV amenities like a dual opening top and bottom tailgate. It comes in three trims: 3.0i, 4.4i, and 4.8is. The 3.0i comes with a 225 hp 3.0-liter inline-six cylinder. The 4.4i comes with a 315 hp 4.4-liter V-8. The 4.8is comes with a 355 hp 4.8-liter V-8. All the engine combinations come with a six-speed manual. A five-speed automatic transmission can be put in the 3.0i. The 4.4i and 4.8i come only with a six-speed automatic. All models are all-wheel drive and come with Hill Descent Control. Standard safety features include stability control, antilock brakes, side-curtain, side-, and front-airbags. For 2006, the BMW X5 gets minimal changes.