In November 2013, Russia started accepting applications for the new BMW X5 (index F15). The third generation of the famous "X5" was officially presented during the Frankfurt Motor Show, and its production was launched in the USA, where, as in Europe, sales of new items began a little earlier. Initially, only three modifications of the American-assembled crossover were offered in Russia, but in May 2014, several more versions were added to them, the production of which has already been launched at the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad.
Connoisseurs of classic brutal forms "X5", new look crossover can upset - after all, the car has acquired some "feminine" features, more dynamic side lines, front and rear design with design elements from current car models BMW, as well as sports air intakes on the edges front bumper(forcing oncoming flows into the space under the wings). On the other hand, the appearance of the BMW X5 2014-2015 model year has become more modern and approached the new design standards of the Bavarian automaker.
In terms of dimensions, there were no very noticeable changes: the length was extended by 32 mm to 4886 mm, the wheelbase remained at the level of 2933 mm, the width increased by 5 mm and now stands at 1938 mm, and the height is 1762 mm, which is 13 mm lower than its predecessor . Due to the greater use of aluminum and other lightweight materials, the weight of the car has decreased by an average of 90 kg, and the coefficient aerodynamic drag body improved from 0.33 to 0.31. Both parameters significantly influenced the dynamic characteristics of the crossover, but more on that later.
Interior BMW crossover X5 has changed much more noticeable. New architecture The front panel brought the F15 closer to the modern style of the German automaker, while at the same time tightening the ergonomics. The quality of the materials used in the interior decoration has become even better, but the fit of some elements, in particular the glove compartment lid, leaves much to be desired. Visibility from the driver's seat has not changed much, since the glazing scheme has remained practically unchanged, but the side mirrors have become slightly smaller, which increased the volume of blind zones.
The layout of the cabin is still five-seater with the possibility of ordering the installation of two more third-row seats for passengers whose height is not higher than 1.5 meters. The level of equipment has become noticeably better: front seats with electric adjustment and settings memory are already available in the database, a 10.25-inch display flaunts on the center console, and behind additional fee you can install dual-zone climate control and an entertainment system with two monitors for rear passengers.
The usable trunk space in the third generation of the crossover is noticeably larger than that of its predecessor. In the standard state, the trunk holds 650 liters, but due to the rear row of seats, folding in a ratio of 40:20:40, it can be increased to 1870 liters, not counting the niche under the floor. The upper flap of the trunk lid is equipped with an electric drive, controlled both from a button in the cabin and from a key fob.
Specifications. Initially, the engine line for the 3rd generation BMW X5 offered only three options for the power plant, but after the launch of production in Kaliningrad, three more engines were added to it, which significantly expanded the options.
- Basic version xDrive25d received an in-line 4-cylinder 2.0-liter turbodiesel under the hood with direct injection and a 16-valve timing, which is capable of producing up to 218 hp. power at 4400 rpm and provide up to 450 Nm of torque in the range from 1500 to 2500 rpm. With the younger engine, the X5 will be able to make a starting jerk from 0 to 100 km / h in an acceptable 8.2 seconds, while the upper speed limit is limited to 220 km / h. As for fuel consumption, the xDrive25d modification eats up about 5.9 liters of fuel on average.
- The Germans equipped xDrive30d with an N57 D30 in-line diesel engine with six cylinders of 2993 cm³ and a return of 249 hp. at 4000 rpm. The engine is no longer new, well-proven, but has undergone major modernization. In particular, the injection pressure was increased (from 1600 to 1800 bar), the mass of the motor was reduced and the operation of almost all electronic controls was reconfigured. We also note that the diesel is equipped with a new turbocharger with variable geometry, third-generation battery injection and Bosch piezo injectors. The engine torque has been increased to 560 Nm at 1500-3000 rpm, which will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds, while the upper speed limit will be 230 km/h. According to the manufacturer's calculations, the average level of fuel consumption this motor is at around 6.2 liters.
- The same diesel engine, but with a triple turbocharging system (N57S), will decorate the engine compartment of the xDriveM50d modification. In this case, the maximum power is about 381 hp. at 4000 - 4400 rpm, and the peak torque falls at around 740 Nm in the range from 2000 to 3000 rpm. Such characteristics will provide the crossover with impressive traction, allowing it to make a starting spurt from 0 to 100 km / h in an almost record-breaking 5.3 seconds for the class, but at the same time it will require at least 6.7 liters of fuel for every 100 km of track.
- Between the two engines described above, there is another diesel modification - xDrive40d, which received a 6-cylinder 3.0-liter power unit with a capacity of 313 hp, developed at 4400 rpm. Like previous engines, this engine is equipped with direct fuel injection and a turbocharging system. The peak torque of the unit is 630 Nm and is kept in the range of 1500 - 2500 rpm, which allows you to accelerate the crossover from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.1 seconds or reach a maximum speed of 236 km / h, spending about 6.4 liters fuel in the combined cycle.
There will be gasoline engines in Russia, but only two:
- The role of the base will be performed by the unit designed to modify the xDrive35i. It has 6 cylinders with a displacement of 3.0 liters (2979 cm³), a 24-valve timing, direct fuel injection and a turbocharging system. Max Power the younger gasoline engine is 306 hp, developed at 5800 rpm, but the peak torque falls at around 400 Nm, held in the range from 1200 to 5000 rpm. Modification xDrive35i is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.5 seconds or reach 235 km / h of maximum speed, while eating about 8.5 liters of gasoline grade not lower than AI-95.
- Gasoline engine N63B44 with 8 cylinders V arrangement and an advanced twin turbo system, Twin Turbo is designed for the US-only “X5” xDrive50i. Working volume this engine is 4395 cm³, and its equipment includes a direct fuel injection system, an air-to-water intercooler, a Valvetronic valve train system and twin scroll turbochargers. The gasoline engine is capable of producing up to 450 hp. power at 5500 rpm and 650 Nm of torque at 2000 - 4500 rpm, while spending about 10.4 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers. As for the dynamic characteristics, with this power unit the crossover is capable of accelerating to a maximum of 250 km / h, while spending no more than 5.0 seconds on the “starting jerk”.
All available motors are fully compliant environmental standard Euro-6, and in the "Eco Pro" mode, they are able to save almost 20% of fuel due to a "cunning" technological solution: at speeds in the range of 50-160 km / h, when the gas pedal is fully released, the gearbox automatically switches to neutral, transferring the crossover to driving coasting. The manufacturer promises another 5% savings due to a “smart” tie with navigation system, which, knowing the configuration of the route, will regularly tell the driver when it is necessary to slow down so that they do not have to resort to braking before turning.
The 8-speed ZF8HP automatic transmission, which first appeared in 2008 on the BMW 760Li sedan, was chosen as the gearbox for all three engines. The "Automatic" was seriously improved by rewriting the control program, reducing its weight and reducing friction losses by 4%.
According to the developers, the BMW X5 is the founder of the SAV (Sports Activity Vehicle) class: sports cars For active rest, and therefore, to maintain the appropriate image, driving tests are held in cities that previously hosted the Olympics: Atlanta in 1999 (E53), Athens in 2006 (E70), and the F15 was “run in” in Vancouver.
In terms of driving performance on paved roads, the crossover added practically nothing, but the off-road patency of the car has noticeably decreased. This is due to the short suspension travel and a decrease in ride height (from 222 mm to 209 mm), which is why it is quite easy to catch on the bottom on large bumps or pits. The crossover is still equipped with a system of constant full xDrive, based on an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the front wheel drive (60% of the thrust goes to the rear axle). Of the changes made, we highlight the reduction in the weight of the transfer case, which also received new settings.
The design of the crossover chassis has remained the same: an independent double wishbone suspension system is used at the front, and a multi-link design is installed at the rear in the basic version and air suspension in the top equipment versions. There were no changes at all: both suspensions had a slightly changed geometry, shock absorbers were retuned, and most components were lightened by increasing the proportion of aluminum.
All wheels of the third generation are equipped with ventilated discs. brake mechanisms, A steering supplemented by an electromechanical amplifier.
Options and prices. IN basic equipment BMW X5 (F15) junior modification xDrive25d manufacturer included 18-inch alloy wheel disks, bi-xenon headlights, all-round parking sensors, rear view camera, safety steering column, extended power accessories, dynamic cruise control, ABS systems, DSC, DBC and HDC, central locking with emergency sensor, leather interior, dual-zone climate control, multimedia system, heated front seats, electrically adjustable and settings memory, ISOFIX fasteners, sun protection glazing, power trunk lid and a number of other useful little things.
Starting price for xDrive25d version Russian assembly is 3,415,000 rubles. Modification X5 xDrive30d is offered at a price of 4,395,000 rubles. The xDrive40d version is priced at 5,040,000 rubles, while noticeably less equipped versions of the American assembly xDrive40d can still be ordered at a price of 3,464,000 rubles. Crossovers xDrive M50d, which will not be produced in Russia, are offered by dealers for at least 4,338,000 rubles. Most affordable option bmw x5 s gasoline engine in the face of the xDrive50i modification, also imported from overseas, it will cost 3,838,000 so far, but the equipment of this crossover will be an order of magnitude lower than in the xDrive35i version of the Russian assembly, which the Germans estimated at 4,375,000 rubles.
Produced from 1999 to 2006. It shared its technology with Range Rover, specifically the Hill Descent and off road Management Engine, as well as with the BMW E39 5 Series (engine and electronic system).
The X5 all-wheel drive system distributes more than 60% of the engine's torque to rear wheels.
BMW E53 - the first generation of the X5 series BMW E53 - the 1st generation of the X5 
BMW E53 - the first generation of X5
In an effort to prepare the market for the launch of the second-generation X5, the company introduced an updated version of the crossover in 2004.
BMW E53 - updated version X5 
BMW E53 - restyled version of the X5 
BMW X5 E53 lci - in an updated body
External restyling touched the front and rear optics, hood and the grille was enlarged. In addition, the new model was equipped with an improved all-wheel drive system and launched a new 4.4i model with a 315 horsepower engine.
In April 2004, the top 355 hp version, the 4.8is, was released.
Video review of the BMW X5 E53 4.8is by Vladimir Potanin
Specifications and engines of the BMW E53
| Motor | Volume cc | Power | Torque, Nm | |
| 3.0i | 2979 | 231 | 300 | |
| 4.4i | / | 4398 | 286/320 | 440/440 |
| 4.6is | M62B46 | 4619 | 347 | 480 |
| 4.8is | N62B48 | 4799 | 360 | 500 |
| 3.0d | /M57TUD30 | 2929/2993 | 184/218 | 410/500 |
BMW E70
In 2006, production began at the plant in Spartanburg.
With a comfortable and luxurious atmosphere, with even more advanced technologies, as well as BMW's innovative Sports Activity Vehicle suspension, the X5 once again sets new model standards. In addition, the 2nd generation X5 was the brand's first model that could be equipped with up to seven seats.
BMW E70 - 2nd Generation X5 
6- and 8-cylinder petrol engines as well as economical 6-cylinder diesel powertrains in combination with BMW technology EfficientDynamics combined more quality, less fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in the "second" X5.
In 2007, the BMW X5 received the Autonis design award presented by the automotive publication Auto Motor und Sport, and in 2008 the SUV won the Best Cars reader poll from the same publication AMuS.
In 2007 and 2008, the car received the "Pick Top Safety" award from the American Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for crash test performance.
In February 2010, BMW introduced the facelifted X5 crossover. Externally, the restyled model received a new front and rear bumper, exhaust pipe, front optics, adaptive brake lights, runflat safety tires system and tire defect indicator.
BMW X5 E70 LCI - updates after the facelift 
All new X5 models have been fitted with the EfficientDynamics package and a range of engines have been updated to improve fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.
One more important feature of the updated X5 is that all models were equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission gears with Steptronic as a standard feature, instead of a 6-speed automatic.
BMW X5 E70 LCI was so available with systems like information display on the windshield Head-up, Adaptive Cornering Headlights, High-Beam Assistant, Park Distance Control with 360-degree rear view camera, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, and Lane Warning Systems Departure Warning and Speed Limit Info.
Test drive BMW E70 from the "Big Test Drive"
Specifications and engines BMW E70
| Engines | Volume, cm³ | Power, hp | Torque, Nm | |
| 3.0si/xDrive30i | 2996 | 272 | 315 | |
| xDrive35i | 2979 | 306 | 400 | |
| 4.8i/xDrive48i | N62B48 | 4799 | 355 | 475 |
| xDrive50i | 4395 | 408 | 600 | |
| 3.0d/xDrive30d | M57D30TU2/N57D30OL | 2993 | 235/245 | 520/540 |
| 3.0sd/xDrive35d | M57D30TU2 | 2993 | 286 | 580 |
| xDrive40d | N57D30TOP | 2993 | 306 | 600 |
| M50d | 2993 | 381 | 740 |
BMW F15
BMW launches 3rd generation in 2014 four-wheel drive vehicles from the X5 series, almost 14 years after the luxurious and then innovative first X5 crossover was launched.
It was introduced on May 30, 2013, and launched in November. This car is not just a means of transportation with enhanced capabilities, it is a car equipped with many new technological features, and in addition, equipped with more economical and environmentally friendly engines.
For the first time in the history of the BMW X5, in addition to all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive will also be available on the car along with the revolutionary 4-cylinder engine for sDrive25d.
The appearance of the new X5 betrays its power and aggressive character. In terms of dimensions, it is 31 mm longer and 13 mm lower than the E70, but wheelbases they are identical.
The front of the F15 has a similar design to the 3 series of the F3x family, and the rear is similar to other modern models of the X series, but upgraded to fit the X5. Interior compact SUV has been completely changed.
BMW F15 - 3rd Generation X5
The machine with the index E53 is all-wheel drive crossover the first generation of the X5 model, began to be produced in 1999. "First copy", as is customary in automotive world, was unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show, marking the beginning of a completely new approach to car models in this class. Many car owners positioned it as an SUV, although the creators of the BMW X5 E53 themselves called this car a crossover with cross-country ability and sport class functions.
The Germans, creating the "first X-fifth", did not hide the fact that they wanted to "surpass" the Range Rover, having received the same powerful and respectable, but more modernized car. Initially, the X5 was produced at its own factory located in Bavaria. Then, after the takeover of BMW factory Rover, the production of cars for the American market began. Thus, this car of the SAV class simultaneously mastered two territories: Europe and America.
The German auto giant BMW, in principle, could not release bad car. vaunted German quality, precision development of electronics and all mechanisms of the new line were designed to raise the German brand to new level. BMW X5 (E53) was designed for travel on any road surface and light off-road, moreover, this car was assigned the class of "sports car".
The first generation machine received a platform in the form of a body of a supporting structure. It was “stuffed” with electronics, endowed with all-wheel drive, increased ground clearance and independent suspension.
Also, the X5 E53 was distinguished by a spacious and stylish interior without unnecessary nuances, at the same time, a luxurious finish that meets the price of a car. Classic BMW inserts made of wood and Bavarian leather, steering wheel adjustment, orthopedic seats, high seating position, climate control, electric sunroof, big trunk, designed for decent loads - all this was included as standard.
In many ways, the Germans managed to catch up and overtake the Range Rover: a solid impressive exterior of the car, alloy wheels, the back door of the two wings were clearly "licked" from the SUV. From there, some came to the X5 E53 useful features, for example, adjusting and maintaining speed on a descent. This is similar to legendary car ended.
Specifications. The first generation of this crossover has repeatedly undergone changes, as appearance, as well as designs. It looks like German manufacturer constantly wanted to bring the car to perfection, regardless of the results already achieved. Initially, the BMW X5 entered the market in three versions:
- with a gasoline in-line engine (6 cylinders);
- with a V-shaped aluminum engine (8 cylinders) with a powerful improved self-adjusting cooling system, continuous injection mode, digital electronics; thanks to a powerful engine, acceleration to the first hundred was just a little over 7 seconds. Engine power reached 286 hp. The motor was equipped with a proprietary Double Vanos gas distribution mechanism, which allows the engine to give all the best at any speed. BMW received a Steptronic hydromechanical gearbox with 5 steps;
- with diesel power unit (6 cylinders).
Then new, much more powerful engine options appeared.
The first generation of the car was equipped with independent suspension and all-wheel drive with electronic torque distribution. The mechanics very cleverly arranged the system: when the wheel slips, it “slows down” it and at the same time gives greater moment to the rest of the wheels. This explains the good cross-country ability of the car.
The rear axle was equipped with specialized elastic elements based on pneumatics. Electronics allows you to maintain the clearance height even with a significant impact of static load forces.
The braking system also has significant differences from " simple cars". Significantly larger brake discs plus an emergency braking control system allows you to increase the braking force. The system is activated by fully depressing the pedal. Also, this off-road vehicle has an additional speed control system in the region of 11 km / h when leaving an inclined plane.
BMW X5 E53 literally “stuffed” with electronic systems:
- Dynamic Stability - control of dynamic stabilization;
- Cornering Brake - braking control on steep turns;
- Dynamic Brake - control of braking dynamics;
- Automatic Stability - control of exchange rate stability.
Did all this make it possible to get an SUV from a crossover? Probably not, experts say. The BMW X5 E53, having received many good qualities, still fell short of a “full-fledged all-terrain vehicle”. Instead of a frame, the designers planned a load-bearing body, which naturally affected all the qualities of the car. The Germans also “overdid it” with automatics: when entering a hill or falling into a rut, it does not allow you to switch to downshift, and with sharp turns, the car can be brought to the desired course only by the steering wheel, the gas pedal in this case “falls into a stupor”.
Since 2003, obeying the laws of the market, the Germans have carried out a significant restyling of the E53.
- The all-wheel drive has been completely redesigned. The new xDrive system has been improved to an incredible extent: electronics "learned" to analyze in real time the status pavement, the steepness of turns and, commensurate with the data mode of motion, independently redistribute the torque between the axles. As a result, lateral rolls and damping are automatically adjusted.
- The V-shaped gasoline engine was equipped with a Valvetronic system designed to regulate the valve stroke, and a soft intake system was added to the bargain. As a result, the permissible power of the car reached 320 hp, and the start to 100 km per hour was reduced to only 7 seconds. Top speed the car directly depends on the characteristics of the tires and ranges from 210 to 240 km / h. On the new car, the 5-speed box was replaced with a 6-speed one.
- The crossover received a new diesel engine with a capacity of 218 hp, torque up to 500 Nm, acceleration to hundreds was 8.3 s. The maximum speed, beyond which the electronic system will not “run up”, is 210 km / h. With this engine, the E53 decently overcame even the most unpredictable obstacles.
- The body was improved by changing the shape and design of the hood, which received a chic radiator grille. The already impressive car began to look even more respectable. The designers worked on the bumper and headlights. The dimensions of the car have changed somewhat. So, the length of the body has increased by 20 cm, which, in general, is significant. Accordingly, the interior volume has increased, allowing the X5 to be made seven-seater, with the presence of a third row. Some “extra” bells and whistles were removed from the cabin, and the dashboard was replaced. The appearance of the car has become somewhat softer due to the plastic body kit.
- By aerodynamic performance X5 E53 achieved good performance, the Cx coefficient is 0.33, which is practically perfect result. New sensors and systems were added to the electronics. So, the electronic Active Steering mechanism has become a big innovation: with its help, parking maneuvers do not need to intercept the steering wheel. Parking is facilitated by the presence of two video cameras.
- The brakes were equipped with a system for removing moisture from the discs. The system is so smart that it reacts to the sharp removal of the driver's foot from the gas. She takes this movement as a sign of preparation for emergency braking.
All this, dressed in a chic shell, fully corresponds to the “Luxe” class, which entails quite serious “problems” for the owners. Incredibly expensive spare parts, as well as crazy fuel consumption (with the declared 10 liters, on a test drive, the consumption was twice as high as the norm) - the price for the "chic" and elegance of the car, automatically transferring the owner to the category of successful businessmen.
Be that as it may, it was the BMW X5 that was recognized in 2002 as the best all-wheel drive car in Australia. And after 3 years, this title was confirmed by hitting Top Gear. Other major brands followed BMW's lead, resulting in Porsche Cayenne, Range Rover Sport, Volkswagen Touareg.
The second generation BMW X5 is not only the most popular crossover with a propeller on the hood, but also the leader in the luxury SUV segment in the Russian secondary market, despite the rather high price. Consumer qualities and really excellent, but the cost of maintaining used copies ranges from high to very high.
Dream?
The car systematically developed the success of the first generation of the model in the back of the E53: it became more comfortable, more versatile and, finally, simply more beautiful. Chris Bangle's experiments did not affect her, she was instilled with excellent passenger habits, taught her to save fuel, and the dynamics were raised to the level best sports cars. In general, not a car, but a dream. And at the same time housewives and machos. One could say that it is practically best car among used ones, if not for a whole bunch of nuances, mainly related to the price of operation.
Dorestyle
The design, at first glance, remained the same as that of its predecessor. All the same motors under the hood, the same plug-in four-wheel drive, like the restyled E53, the same layout and about the same power for the most running engines.
The main changes affected the body and interior. The car has become a little larger, received an almost full-fledged third row of seats and an updated design. From a technical point of view, the car did not carry anything new before restyling, when new turbo engines appeared, but they did a good job of handling the car. Even the first X5 handled like the best cars, and the second X5 surpassed it.
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Pictured: BMW X5 3.0d (E70) ‘2007–10
The car was taught to steer as well as the fifth series of BMW, even a higher center of gravity and weight were not a hindrance. The banks, however, are slightly larger, and the suspension is harsh even in the most comfortable mode. And here off-road qualities the first-born of the family were practically lost: ground clearance although they left it at the level of 222 mm, but with so many aerodynamic elements on the bottom, climbing onto profile off-road is self-destructive. Despite the rigid blocking of the front axle drive clutch, the car gets stuck quickly on the road, because 18-19-inch tires are frankly asphalt, on the ground it instantly “washes out”.
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Pictured: BMW X5 M (E70) ‘2009–2013
However, the owners of such cars are most pleased with the salon, where not only exemplary comfort and build quality, but also a new multimedia system with a proprietary “iDrive” washer and deep integration into the new mechatronic chassis of the car. And the versatility of such a car may well compete with minivans - if desired, a large cabin allows you to transport a couple of cubic meters of cargo or seven people; or "half a cube" and five people with all possible comfort, speed and prestige. Not for nothing that many preferred the new X5 instead of the seventh series of BMW.
Restyle
The 2010 update brought new trends in the form of turbo engines, and since 2011, a new eight-speed automatic transmission has been installed with gasoline engines. The three-liter engine with a turbine in terms of dynamics almost caught up with the pre-styled versions with a 4.8-liter V8, and the turbocharged V8s allowed the bar to be crossed in 6 seconds to “hundreds” for the “regular” xDrive50i and 5 seconds for the X5M. The elasticity of new engines has increased even more, and hence the dynamics in intermediate modes.
Fuel consumption BMW X5 xDrive50i (4.4 l, 407 hp)
For 100 km
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Pictured: BMW X5 xDrive35i (E70) ‘2010–13
Problems
In the fifth year of life, the owners of the first cars faced an unpleasant feature: the highest quality of new cars at this age turned into high maintenance costs and failures of many nodes, large and not very large. Yes, and "oil burner" atmospheric engines BMW Series N in most cases manifests itself precisely in the third or fifth year of life.
Most of the owners of the X5 E70 were not upset over such trifles, simply replacing the car with a restyled one, with new turbo engines. Problems are the lot of the second or third owner of such a car, and within warranty period the number of failures is surprisingly low for such a complex design.
Dealers, of course, to the last resisted in clearly non-warranty cases. high consumption oils managed to “explain”, and automatic transmission jerks are successfully treated by updating the gearbox software, because the adaptability of the new series of ZF gearboxes is the highest. If you are buying such a car of the last years of production, then you can safely skip almost all the text below, except that the section on motors and transmissions will come in handy. The first time X5 E70 really breaks down infrequently.
For those who are seriously thinking about buying the most inexpensive copies of the initial years, I would recommend treating the story not at all as another “horror story”.
Body and interior
Magnificent outwardly the body is tailored tightly and expensively. Expensive is not only about the quality of the painting and the materials used, but also the price of the components and labor. Many expensive decorative elements, Very high quality panel fittings, beautiful design moves like front fenders turning into a bumper, greatly increase the cost of any repair in any contact of the car with the surrounding rough reality.
Pictured: BMW X5 xDrive35d "10 Year Edition" (E70) '2009
From below, the car has a bunch of plastic elements that break perfectly when trying to frolic off-road and storm curbs. You can not look for corrosion, unlike competitors from Mercedes, the Bavarians are doing well with this at that age.
Even broken copies of clear indications of poor-quality body repairs in the form of paint blisters will not have, since the front bumper and plastic fenders. Surprisingly, even with parking sensors in a circle, broken cars enough - a family car with such a chassis really provokes inept drivers, and even a sense of false security in tall car affects.
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Of the serious age-related troubles, one can only note the clogged drains of the windshield, and the right one is difficult to clean, but there are electronic control units above it. You can also note the ingress of water onto the motor from above due to leaky hood seals, the knock of the rear door lock and the high chances of failure of its electric drive and the tendency to drain the hatch to clog. The rear lights also lose their tightness - they are glued into the doorway, and on older cars they lose their tightness, silver inserts oxidize inside, and the electronic filling fails. The hood cables are also at risk - in the absence of lubrication and jamming of mechanisms, they are torn. passive safety everything is very good, the car really allows passengers to survive in the most serious accidents. The cost of restoration, however, will be prohibitive - only the number of firing airbags is more than a dozen, and, of course, no one took care of the replacement of panels. After an accident, you should not take such a car, there are practically no chances for a successful restoration - new spare parts are very expensive, and used ones are rare and also cost a lot.
Salon and its equipment over the years remind of themselves more and more. Lots of complaints about peeling wood and carbon panel inserts, this is quite common problem for pre-styling cars. Soft door handles- a consumable if a woman with a manicure drives a car. But the seats and steering wheel usually last a long time, unless the electric adjustments fail.
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Pictured: Interior of the BMW X5 4.8i (E70) ‘2007–10
On the smoker's cars, most likely, the driver's glass taps - it is recommended to replace the rollers and “clean up” the interior. It is also worth checking the moisture content of the floor carpet on the left side. If the water pressure rear washer weakened, and the carpet is wet, then there are high chances that the water supply hose to the rear window. It is corrugated plastic, and runs along with the wiring harness to the rear of the machine. It usually breaks in the area of \u200b\u200bthe driver's legs or behind rear doors, but the water from the washer not only wets the carpets, but also floods the electrical contacts. If it accumulates in the trunk or in the cabin - expect trouble in the near future.
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Pictured: BMW X5 xDrive35d BluePerformance US-spec (E70) ‘2009–10 interior
The FRM unit, which controls all of the car's lighting, often fails on its own. For example, after turning off the power, it may simply “not start”. Sometimes firmware helps, sometimes easy repairs. Often you have to change it to a new one.
Fan climate system is also far from eternal, after five years of operation it may fail. Mirrors with photochromium swell, and there are TopView system cameras in the exterior mirrors: they lose their tightness, the image becomes cloudy at first, and if the camera is not resuscitated, it will soon fail due to oxidation of the matrix contacts. The failure of the windshield wipers can also be attributed to salon problems - its motor and gearbox are frankly weak, often cut off the gears.
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Pictured: Interior of the BMW X5 xDrive40d (E70) ‘2010–13
crashes multimedia system – separate conversation: iDrive updates for BMW owners have long been a special sport. Here you need to either be aware of updates and changes yourself, or have a proven master. How to update navigation or "get" FSC codes - all this is on the profile forums of the model.
Electrical and electronics
There are more failures in this part on older machines. In addition to the already described “salon” problems of electronics, one can expect failures of the “mechatronic” filling of the machine. Many of the features in the new BMWs are implemented by introducing electronic components where you would not expect them - in particular, in the chassis and steering.
Adjustable anti-roll bars, smart chassis pneumatics, active steering, electric front axle drive clutches, adaptive head lighting- all these components include gearboxes, electric motors, electrovalves ... And all this wears out.
Price xenon headlight for BMW X5 E70
Price for original:
80 289 rubles
The wiring components under the body and in the bumpers, the parking sensors wiring (however, it often breaks in the interior wiring harness), suspension sensors, adaptive lighting and brakes still suffer greatly from our salty winter. Hangups K-Can tires due to failures of one of the components, it often happens on it, the parking sensors are especially different in this.
There is also "collective farming". Often there are proposals to replace the connectors of the ultrasonic parking sensors with components from engines ... ZMZ. Even though the wiring here is of high quality, there are enough purely resource problems. Everything rarely fails at once, but the older the car, the more blocks will need to be either repaired or replaced, and much depends on the skill of the master and the wishes of the owner.
Often the assembly repair technique has been worked out, as in the case of replacing the plastic gears of the transfer case drive, but for the most part the components are replaced with new ones. Underhood wiring and sensors gasoline engines are at risk, because there is a very high temperature. Particularly unlucky gasoline supercharged V 8 series N 63 - they have exhaust pipes pass exactly behind the motor, heating the already heated harnesses of the motor shield.
Electric pumps and electric spools of the cooling system also have a finite resource, but they appeared only after restyling, and problems with them are still rare. But there are already failures, which means that the resource of these nodes is also limited. On average, problems don't occur all that often, but the cost of the solution often makes you think about the point of buying a premium used car in general.
Brakes, suspension and steering
The brakes on the X5 are excellent in every way. They work well and have ample resources. There are enough discs for a couple of pad replacements, and the pads themselves usually go at least 30-40 thousand kilometers. If you put non-original components, then the ratio is violated. serious problems neither with corrosion of tubes, nor with ABS units was noted. Breakage and chafing of the wiring to the ABS sensors and body level/tilt sensors occur regularly, but are relatively easy and cheap to repair.
Suspensions are strong enough, if you do not fly into the pits and do not bend the discs. Most of the trouble for them goes through the "department" of mechatronics. The standard suspension without electronics on the E70 is almost never found, most of the cars are equipped with adaptive suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers and pneumatic pumping on the rear axle. It is much rarer to find cars on a sports suspension without electronics. You can not be afraid of problems with levers and silent blocks, the components are strong and inexpensive. The resource of levers in the front is over a hundred thousand in the city, in the back it is about the same, and half of the levers have regularly replaced silent blocks and hinges.
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Pneumatics with electronics are made from a two-ton sports car, but the cost of maintenance increases several times, because the electronic components of the suspension do not differ in a special resource, and the price goes off scale. As a result - a lot of half-hearted solutions and frequent "collective farming" with the installation of a different type of suspension on one of the axles.
Steering can be of two types. The usual rail is simple and reliable, without any frills, with an adjustable spool. It knocks quietly after several years of operation, rarely flows, the electronics on it rarely fail.
The problems of adaptive control are much more expensive. And they happen more often. The price for easy parking and a very “sharp” steering wheel will be the high price of the rack itself, its servo failures and sensor failures. Most of the failures are eliminated purely by software, but sometimes diagnostics fail, so you have to change several nodes to eliminate the cause of the trouble. The latest updates of the control unit and quality service are highly recommended to service any, even the smallest, malfunctions of a machine with this type of steering.
Transmission
Oddly enough, but special troubles from this side can not be expected. More precisely, the costs are quite programmed. Guaranteed regular failure of the motor reducer connection front axle and box ZF 6HP. The resource of cardan shafts is great, but they require the same regular maintenance. Unless a surprise in the form of a failure of the rear gearbox can knock the ground out from under the owner's feet, this usually happens on cars with weak diesel engines, especially after chip tuning, but it can also happen with supercharged petrol sixes. The remaining versions have a reinforced gearbox, which is more in line with the potential of the motor.
The drives are rather weak, there are quite frequent complaints about the lack of lubrication in them and the problems arising from this - overheating and knocking, so before buying it is worth checking the condition of the hinges not only by the anther, but also visually, with its removal.
I already wrote about the six-speed ZF 6HP 26 / 6HP 28 in the review - it goes 100-150 thousand kilometers. But what happens next is not clear. If the oil was changed often, not “annealed”, the gas turbine linings were replaced in time, then it may take more, there are instances with a range of 250 thousand km in one hand and without signs of an imminent death. But more often a serious bulkhead, replacement of bushings, repair of mechatronics will be needed ...
If there are twitches during acceleration, and there are no errors in the transmission, then, most likely, at death, the gas turbine engine is blocked, but the box is clean. And if it twitches when switching, then, probably, the box will go to the “capital” right away. The reason is either wear or a missed oil level due to leaks in the sump, electrical harness seals or pump. In any case, the box will have wear on the bushings and dirt in the valve body, it will not last long even after topping up the oil. Increasing the cooling of an automatic transmission can extend its life, as well as frequent oil changes, once every 30-40 thousand kilometers. But this may not help the age box after the “first call”.
Newer eight-speed automatic transmissions look good so far, in any case, they are less common in repairs. But with runs already up to one hundred thousand kilometers, there are instances with complete wear of the friction clutches and a clogged mechatronics unit. And repair shops complain about the extremely lightweight design of the automatic transmission, which can be deformed during disassembly.
Motors
A common feature of all new families of BMW engines is the widespread use of plastic in critical components, high sensitivity to overheating and extremely intense thermal conditions. And also - complex control systems and a very high sensitivity to the quality of sensors and the operation of the electronic body kit of the motor.
Do not be surprised if you are regularly persuaded to replace the expansion tank cap, oil filter cap, temperature and MAF sensors, lambda and similar trifles. Sometimes it’s the resource’s fault, sometimes it’s reinsurance, but in any case, there will be a lot of trouble with automotive high-tech, especially if you don’t delve into the intricacies of maintenance, don’t wash radiators and rely only on the guarantee and the big name of the manufacturer.
I have already written about the motors of the old family N 62 and N 52 several times in reviews, and. The three-liter six of the N 52V30 series is quite a good motor against the general background, but the high thermostatting temperature, long service intervals and the insufficient quality of the “branded” oil contribute to coking of the oil, the occurrence of piston rings already in the second or third year of operation of the machine. By the age of five, a persistent oil appetite is formed in an engine with urban operation, to eliminate which it will be necessary to sort it out or at least use decarbonization and pour only quality oil with a short replacement interval.
The cost of the timing chain on the BMW X5 E70
Price for original:
5 539 rubles
The owners are aware of the problem and often change their "native" oil at intervals of 7 thousand kilometers, which does not solve the problem dramatically, but reduces the chances of serious consequences. Many put colder thermostats and, which almost completely eliminates the chances of increased oil appetite. However, the design complexity of the motor is high, it has enough problem nodes, from the throttleless Valvetronic intake and VANOS phase shifters to purely resource difficulties with oil pump circuits and sensitivity to oil viscosity. At break drive belts additional units often breaks the pipes of the cooling system, and the timing chains have a wide variation in resource, from 120 to 250 thousand kilometers.
More big engine, 4.8 is also an old friend N62B48. One of the most good options in its family, however, it suffers from the same troubles as the N 52 engines, adjusted for the fact that there are eight cylinders here and the unit heats up more.
An additional feature is not the most successful timing design with a long damper instead of a roller in the center, which reduces the life of the chains to hundreds of thousands of kilometers and makes it very sensitive to operating temperature. The problems and their solutions are similar, many owners are trying to prevent "oil burn" more frequent replacement oil, but simple measures usually do not help, you need a comprehensive treatment with a decrease operating temperature and the use of other oils.
On restyling, engines with direct injection and turbocharging appeared. They added new ones to the old problems of the motors of the N 52 and N 62 series. First of all, this is the difficulty with injectors, which inevitably arises in all engines. There are many varieties of injectors, the old revisions were theoretically changed within the framework of revocable companies and under warranty, but far from all machines have done this. The injectors are leaking, failing, failing.
Consequences - to choose from: from water hammer when starting the car to uneven idling, loss of traction and piston burnout. The revision of the nozzles must be checked upon purchase, otherwise these are inevitable extra costs, because the price of nozzles is from 25 thousand rubles plus work. It is especially difficult for the injectors on the V 8 engines with their amazing layout.
Motors of the N55B30 series for machines with the 35i index have one turbine and an intake system with Valvetronic, unlike the N 54, which were not installed on the E70. Additionally, this means that the motor has fewer childhood illnesses, but it also lacks a special margin of safety for forcing. N 54, and the turbine life at careful operation quite acceptable, for 100-150 thousand kilometers. But with chip tuning and in the event of a poor condition of the engine lubrication system, it drops sharply, many stubbornly change turbines every second MOT, after 30-45 thousand kilometers, without noticing the essence of the problem. Most of the cars with these engines are still under warranty, and little data on failures comes out, but based on the information available, it can be said that it causes a lot of trouble, and maintenance should be comprehensive and thorough.
The larger V 8 series N63B44 and their "M-variant" S63B44 are also distinguished by a curious layout with the arrangement of turbines in the collapse of the cylinder block. This means quick warm-up of the catalysts and easy access to the turbines. And also - a huge number of problems associated with overheating of turbines, engine wiring, cylinder head covers, engine seals and gaskets, motor shield and everything connected with them.
Plastic parts literally crumble on machines aged two to three years from high temperatures. This is especially unpleasant for parts of the cooling system and electrical wiring - the number of engine failures increases several times. Surprisingly, the more forced "M-motor" has fewer problems due to the lower operating temperature. He has at least valve stem seals after a year, they don’t start pouring oil into the cylinders, and therefore, the “oil burner” does not grow so rapidly, it does not die and the catalyst does not overheat.
But in general for high performance you have to pay in the most literal sense of the word. Because of the hellish working conditions, the turbines themselves do not withstand, the control systems fail, the oil supply hoses coke, and the plastic of the intake manifolds does not withstand.
Yes, and the notorious direct injection nozzles are already eight, not six, and they work in harsher conditions, and the piezoceramics are sensitive to temperature. Problems are delivered by the timing with two thin “bicycle” chains in the drive, which break and jump easily and naturally when worn.
In short, without serious intervention in the design, such a motor does not live happily ever after. Here, even lowering the operating temperature helps weakly due to the layout features. The oil thermostat does not cope with the oil temperature at all, and at the same time, the plastic parts of the oil system and pipe seals do not withstand.
Diesel engines are a joy for owners of the X5 E70, because the pre-styling models had a very reliable diesel M57 series, which is deservedly considered one of their best engines in recent years. Although on machines with two turbines, oil leaks from the turbine supply pipes are frequent, and the resource of timing chains above 160 thousand km is no longer guaranteed, although it can reach up to 250 thousand. particulate filter can cause trouble, it sometimes does not regenerate due to errors, short runs and engine underheating, it is expensive and it is also not removed for a penny.
The bypass roller bolts, despite the recall on this site, still sometimes break off. Yes, and the rest are typically available, but they are not so common.
But the motor has a stable resource piston group, does not suffer from oil burns, has no problems with Velvtronic and Vanos, does not coke oil. It pulls well and even withstands serious chip tuning, although many projects should use EGT sensors - they clearly exceed a reasonable temperature in the combustion chamber, which leads to a decrease in engine life.
Power spread in various options- from 235 to 286 liters. With. - the "magic" number of the Bavarians. Cars with two turbines, of course, are much more difficult to maintain, but the total cost of operation against the background of gasoline counterparts will be small, especially if you pour good diesel fuel and regularly change fuel filters.
The more “fresh” motors of the N 57 series on restyling are completely new, but also quite strong. And even the piezo injectors here are distinguished by a calm character. The forcing margin is even higher. Due to the novelty, the motors do not cause much trouble, and, most likely, they will not differ much from the M 57 in operation.
What to choose?
Unlike the first X5 in the back of the E53, there are still enough “live” E70s, despite the more complex design of the electrics. If you buy a car after a caring owner who looked after it not according to the rules, but according to conscience, then there are good chances that the options with N 52, N 55, M 62 engines and diesel engines will be in full running condition.
As for other electrical and suspension chores, they are almost mandatory. It makes no sense to count on a cheap operation of a machine of this class, it regularly requires good service with a dealer scanner and skilled technicians, but so far the costs are noticeably lower than the residual value of the machines.
The only thing not recommended is the purchase of cars with motors of the N 63 series, unless you need the dynamics of a sports car, because there really is too much trouble with them. In any case, you should forget about the maintenance regulations from the manufacturer if you don’t want to spend a lot of time in services. Engine oil change - every 7-10 thousand kilometers, high-quality synthetics, and not low-viscosity hydrocracking. Changing the oil in the gearbox - every two or three MOT, and a very thorough inspection of the chassis.
Well, who complained about that BMW interiors do not change over the years? Receive and, as they say, sign! The new "X-fifth" with the internal code G05 became the first model with a modified interior architecture. Metamorphoses are not revolutionary, but quite significant. And the virtual instrument cluster raises the most questions.
The central place on the 12.3-inch display is given to the navigation map, and instead of strict round scales, speedometer and tachometer brackets are drawn, the latter being mirrored and its scale graduated counterclockwise. Such a solution was found on Aston Martin and Peugeot cars, but the BMW version graphically looks more like ... Chinese SUV.
There are many other changes as well. The screen housing of the new iDrive 7.0 media system (it also has a diagonal of 12.3 inches) is now combined with the instrument cluster, the design of the ventilation vents has been changed, and the miniature climate control screens are inscribed between the central vents. The steering wheel has a new hub, a push-button block is installed instead of a rotary switch for outdoor lighting, otherwise the door handles and power window keys are located. And the block of keys and selectors on the central tunnel has also been re-arranged, where the engine start button has also moved.
The BMW X5 will still be available with a third row of seats, and boot volume has been slightly reduced: 645 liters instead of 650 in the five-seat variant and 1860 liters instead of 1870 with the rear seats folded down. Access to the luggage compartment, like all previous X-fifths, is opened by two doors - the main lifting and a small folding one.
The crossover itself has grown slightly with the change of generation. The length has increased by 36 mm (up to 4922 mm), and the increase in width is even greater: plus 66 mm and the final 2004 mm without mirrors. But the height nevertheless decreased by 17 mm (up to 1745 mm).
The wheelbase has grown from 2933 to 2975 mm, and the platform is completely new - it is a crossover version of the CLAR modular "trolley". Moreover, like the seventh series sedan, the new BMW X5 has a double-lever in front, a multi-link in the rear and an optional air suspension on all four wheels, while in cars of the two previous generations, air springs could only be ordered for the rear axle. Also, in terms of the chassis, a rear wheel steering mechanism and an active rear stabilizer are proposed.
In addition to the usual M Sport package, the new crossover also has an off-road kit. It includes reinforced underbody protection, blocking rear differential and several specific modes of operation of driving electronics.
Four engines are offered for the new BMW X5 at launch. The base version of the xDrive30d has a three-liter six-cylinder diesel engine with 265 hp. Following are the petrol versions xDrive40i with a three-liter turbo six (340 hp, 450 Nm) and xDrive50i with a V8 4.4 biturbo engine (462 hp, 650 Nm). And at the top of the range is the “charged” BMW X5 M50d, in which a three-liter diesel engine with four turbochargers produces 400 hp. and 760 Nm, and acceleration to 100 km / h takes 5.2 seconds (minus 0.1 seconds compared to the outgoing model). All modifications have an eight-speed "automatic" and all-wheel drive with a front axle clutch. Later simple versions are expected with rear wheel drive(for America), hybrids and the most powerful BMW X5 M.
What else? Cameras can be ordered for an extra charge. all-round view and laser phosphor high beam, which hits 500 meters against 300 meters for standard LED headlights. Naturally, a quasi-autopilot is provided, which can keep the car in the lane and maintain a distance to the car in front. And behind the fused nostrils, blinds are installed that open the air flow to the radiator only as needed. Wheels - landing diameter from 18 to 22 inches.
Production of the new BMW X5 at the plant in the US Spartanburg should start in late summer. Accordingly, crossovers will hit the market closer to winter. Next, a generation change is waiting for the coupe-like BMW X6, but in addition, this year it will see the light flagship crossover, which will compete with the Mercedes GLS.
