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2009 BMW X5-Series Quality Review

June 17, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

some engine noise and coarse-surface tire thrum
ConsumerGuide

clever clam shell glove box
MyRide.com

More seats, power and size than its forebear
Cars.com

Comfortable and spacious interior
Car and Driver

The quality of the materials and roomy seating of the 2009 BMW X5 make for a richly appointed, spacious SUV.

Car and Driver calls the interior "comfortable and spacious" but notes "third-row space is tight." MyRide.com concurs, appreciating the "front/second row comfort," but not really feeling the "third row comfort" that the BMW X5 has to offer. Edmunds states that the "optional folding third row is best suited for children and gymnastically inclined members of the Lollipop Guild."

Each rear door has a storage bin, giving this 2009 BMW plenty of places for stowing, as to not impede on the cabin space in use. Cars.com says, "the cargo floor boasts nearly four extra inches of length compared to its predecessor." MyRide.com notes the storage bins in both front doors and a "clever clam shell glove box" that allows an individual to place more than just the owner's manual inside. The center console is deep, with pockets on the back of each front seat to store maps and other items the rear passengers may need.

The only complaint about the interior of the BMW X5 is the "flimsy plastic" used in the panels covering the opening of the ski bag and the tailgate's hinged panel. The plastic handle of the cargo area's locking bin is also considered flimsy. Edmunds believes the interior is one of the "most elegant" built by BMW. MyRide.com notes that the BMW X5's "plastics...have nice grain surfaces or are finished to look like aluminum."

ConsumerGuide reports "some engine noise and coarse-surface tire thrum, but otherwise, the 2009 BMW X5 is pleasantly quiet." MyRide.com says, "Large mirrors do come with a drawback: wind noise." They note "some road noise," but it is no more than what they would expect from tires that can work well no matter the season.

Conclusion

There's little comfort in the third row of the 2009 BMW X5, but its interior is attractive and richly appointed.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:some engine noise and coarse-surface tire thrumConsumerGuideclever clam shell glove boxMyRide.comMore seats, power and size than its forebearCars.comComfortable and spacious interiorCar and Driver The quality of the materials and roomy seating of the 2009 BMW X5 make for a richly appointed, spacious SUV. Car and Driver calls the interior "comfortable and spacious" but notes "third-row space is tight." MyRide.com concurs, appreciating the "front/second row comfort," but not really feeling the "third row comfort" that the BMW X5 has to offer. Edmunds states that the "optional folding third row is best suited for children and gymnastically inclined members of the Lollipop Guild." Each rear door has a storage bin, giving this 2009 BMW plenty of places for stowing, as to not impede on the cabin space in use. Cars.com says, "the cargo floor boasts nearly four extra inches of length compared to its predecessor." MyRide.com notes the storage bins in both front doors and a "clever clam shell glove box" that allows an individual to place more than just the owner's manual inside. The center console is deep, with pockets on the back of each front seat to store maps and other items the rear passengers may need. The only complaint about the interior of the BMW X5 is the "flimsy plastic" used in the panels covering the opening of the ski bag and the tailgate's hinged panel. The plastic handle of the cargo area's locking bin is also considered flimsy. Edmunds believes the interior is one of the "most elegant" built by BMW. MyRide.com notes that the BMW X5's "plastics...have nice grain surfaces or are finished to look like aluminum." ConsumerGuide reports "some engine noise and coarse-surface tire thrum, but otherwise, the 2009 BMW X5 is pleasantly quiet." MyRide.com says, "Large mirrors do come with a drawback: wind noise." They note "some road noise," but it is no more than what they would expect from tires that can work well no matter the season. ConclusionThere's little comfort in the third row of the 2009 BMW X5, but its interior is attractive and richly appointed. 2009 BMW X5 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Edmunds: "exterior sheet metal mimics other designs" MyRide.com: "you are surrounded by a combination of luxury and truckness" Cars.com: "The X5's skin shows no drastic styling rebirth" Car and Driver: "It doesn't look radically different from its ...

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Other Choices:

The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class matches the X5 in seating and off-road capacity, and to our eyes, it's more handsome than the BMW. The Cadillac Escalade out-blings all these vehicles and has a smooth powertrain to go with its high price tag and low fuel economy, though a Hybrid edition is coming. Porsche's Cayenne seats only five and has drab styling, though it handles well. The Lexus GX 470 is a slightly smaller choice in this group. The Brit-cool Land Rover Range Rover is another stylish option, though it's also considerably more expensive than the BMW X5.

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