BMW X5 Diesel is a five-seat medium-size vehicle in the Luxury SUV category. For the 2016 model year, the 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel diesel engine produces 255 horsepower, which is enough for the 4,930 lbs. SUV to reach 60 mph from zero in 6.5 seconds. Based on the estimated annual diesel spending of $3,200, in five years you will lose $5,500 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle. BMW X5 Diesel has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2016 X5 Diesel has a relatively long wheelbase ( 115.5 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 4930 lbs.
2016 X5 Diesel seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - shoulders and head - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs. When it comes to second-row passenger room, X5 Diesel ia a class-leader on only two measurements - shoulders and hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and head. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is smaller than the average among its peers with 35.8 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 X5 xDrive35d |
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Starging MSRP | $57,700 |
Engine | 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel |
HP | 255 hp |
Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 6.5 sec |
City | 23 MPG |
Highway | 29 MPG |
Combined | 25 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $3,200 |
2016 X5 SUV Diesel comes in one trim level, with an average price that is $570 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, X5 Diesel has a class-leading fuel economy of 25 mpg.
2016 X5 SUV Diesel has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed forty-six complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also four recalls issued by BMW, which by itself is a relatively low number.