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2008 BMW X5 User Reviews

2008 BMW X5 Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 20 reviews

  • Performance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5
  • Overall:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5

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PROS
"power" 7 reviews
"ride" 6 reviews
"comfortable car" 4 reviews
"handling" 3 reviews
"wheel" 2 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 5 reviews
"expensive car" 3 reviews

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Golfczar writes:
2008 BMW X5 3.0si Review
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Everything

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Pricey

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Teriffic — Best looking and the most fun you can have driving an SUV. Strong performer in every category - inside and out. With the BMW maintenance plan owning a BMW is very reasonable. Quality materials and craftmanship seperate BMW from the rest.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Ahmed writes:
2008 BMW X5 Review
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Elegance & Comfort — it's acceleration is quite & easy & the braking system is great while the handling is...AWESOME it has many specifications that is fantastic like the GPS, rear cam, sound system, ABS,........................... & in the other side it's very roomy it's a family car & in the same side it is a youth car

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kalahari writes:
2008 BMW X5 4.8i Review
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Performance. Styling. Having slower cars move over.

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Few minor rattles. Navigation not the best.

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It's Like Driving A Bmw 5-series With A Higher View! :) — I love driving this "car"! It handles so well in both wet, dry, snow and ice conditions. I do have winter tires installed during the winter. The technology installed in this vehicle is great and competes well -- obviously, it gets better every year and I would like to see some of the options that the newer models have.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Allan writes:
2008 BMW X5 3.0si Review
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hands free bluetooth

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nothing

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Very Good — Pretty good car perfect for trips, very good stereo, best quality leather, good color, very high tech technlogy built into car, totally worth the money, very fun to drive, especially on the open road or the turnpike, I-95, or anything else.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Jamie writes:
2008 BMW X5 3.0si Review
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Mostly Everything about it, its luxurious inside to its sleek and stylish outside.

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Paying for gas. Big 400 mile tank costing over $100 to fill up and only about 16 mpg city and 20 hwy.

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Bmw X5 Review : Owner — The gas mileage is a bit bad though as you have a 400 mile tank but filling up is 100$+. And yo uget onlyabout 16 mpg city. ouch. Other than that it doesn't have any other malfunctions. Watching my brother drive it it looks to be a fun car to drive. The handling is also quite good for a big SUV and it accelertes terrificly. It does make a weird sound when you move the seats occasionally but that may only be mine.

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BMWX5model2008 writes:
2008 BMW X5 4.8i Review
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The best fun driving car I ever had. Its full of power, excellent road handling, great looks inside / outside, amazing tire rims, fully computerized with advance technology, extremely reliable family car. Its the ultimate driving machine.

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A bit expensive,but its worth it for a  car with such advanced engineering features. Its not so good on fuel economy, but this is expected for cars with such powerful engines. The spare parts are a bit expensive, but this is expected for genuine and highly reliable parts.

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Its The Ultimate Driving Machine. — This is definitely a great car to drive. I have driven many SUV's before, but the BMW X5 is in a class of its own. An amazing combination of power , beauty and technology all engineered in one machine. Without any doubt : Its the ultimate driving machine.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Sebastian writes:
2008 BMW X5 4.8i Review
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very good engine

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gas consumption

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Great, Fun Car To Drive But A Bit Rough — 4.8 Sports package, Premium package, panoramic sunroof, sport rims, keyless go. the acceleration is amazing. consumes too much gas, BMW maintenance program is great and i haven't had to pay much for service. in all the car is amazing to drive but will get you with its 12 miles to the gallon.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Issam writes:
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Its the car to own

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Nothing

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Its An Amazing Car To Have! — Excellent car, for speed, acceleration, handling and off course sexy sexy looks! You can play around with the body of the car by adding a body kit, exhaust system and super chip! it will transform it and make it a head turner!

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Jonathan writes:
2008 BMW X5 3.0si Review
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voom voom!

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high cost

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The Boss Does It Again! — Performance: Accleleration-pretty good for an SUV 5,000 RPMs at the start Braking- great! Handling- its a BMW Appearance- LIKE A BOSS Cost of Ownership- stay away if you don't want to pay a lot for gas Fun Factor- almost as good as sex!

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Kosta36 writes:
2008 BMW X5 4.8i Review
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Power, practicality, sportiness, comfort, etc...

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Gas mileage

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Bmw X5 4.8 — Handles amazing. The engine makes you want to drive faster. If you want an easier temperament, get the six cylinder. If you want balls to wall type of driving, this is it. Comfortable, all the toys you can ask for, practical to a degree...it does drink gas well so don't get it if you're frugal on the tank.

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Cost $27,430 Average Instant Market Value $23,125 Average Instant Market Value $21,789 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 21 25 23
Horsepower 260 230 260
Crash Test Rating 5 3 8
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 21.9 14.0 30.0
Front Leg Room (inches) 40.0 41.5 40.2

Reviews From Other Years

2012 BMW X5 Reviews

A Blast To Drive. By Rruland

The exhaust note on this car is incredible. The car moves swiftly and if you want it to will scream down the road like an uncaged animal. All of the aspects of the car are what you would expect when y... Read More

Perfect Performance Oriented Family Vehicle! By Carl

The X5 just keeps getting better. The 50i has the same performance/acceleration as my 335. This is one FAST SUV! Don't get me wrong, it's big and heavy, but it performs like a car half its weigh... Read More

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2011 BMW X5 Reviews

X5 35d By Jim

We wanted an VW touareg tdi execuline; bought this for almost $20k less. Satisfactory. Nice perormance, good economy, good drivers car. Not a fan of the front seat, uncomfortable on long rides. Gr... Read More

Fantastic Driver By gman3363

This vehicle combines the power and handling of a sports car with the utility of a SUV. It has great creature comforts and although you pay top dollar for them, the add ons are worth it.. Great crui... Read More

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2010 BMW X5 Reviews

Sav Comparison By daven5590

I have had or currently own similar Audi and Mercedes SAV's with turbo diesel motors and while they have been and are good cars, I am most impressed with the X5. The X5 is a step up in creature featur... Read More

This Suv Is Awesome By SarahImran

I love this SUV,I couldn't find anything bad about it.Love it!!!!Its comfort level is high.Before I always thought that BMW SUVs doesn't have a good fuel economy but my thinking changed after I got it... Read More

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2009 BMW X5 Reviews

Bmw Have Thought This Car Out By Keith

Power:- Bags of torque on tap and holds the corners like nothing this tall should Build Q:- Its German so its got class & is solid looks great inside & out Pricey but its worth it I just love gett... Read More

Nice For Its Money By Daniel

BMW X5 Xdrive 35d is the best model you can get. The car is mainly used for long journeys as it is cheap for fuel and has got the best MPG out of all of my cars. Never had any problems with the car,... Read More

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2007 BMW X5 Reviews

An Suv That Drives Like A Car. By Aston_Martin_2005

Shockingly good handling when coupled with the adaptive suspension. Plenty of power from the 4.8L V8. Truly easy to live with on a day to day basis. Head up display option is a must! Will not buy an... Read More

2007 Bmw X5 - Excellent, But Not Perfect By stevewales

I traded in a 1991 Ford Explorer so you might laugh at the comparison -- there is none, obviously. This BMW X5 is a pure dream to drive. It's like it's always waiting to take off, which is frustrating... Read More

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