2011 BMW X5 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
14 -19 City / 20 -26 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
265 -400
Seats
5 -7
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Diana J
It is the ultimate driving machine
Excellent performance the only thing I dislike is the price of supreme gas
accountCircle Diana S
It's the cream of the crop, ultimate luxury look and feel while driving or riding as a passenger. High quality and dependability
My BMW X5 is the ultimate vehicle, it can handle any types of weather and road conditions. It's the most comfortable car to ride in and drive that I've ever owned, the only drawback that I have found is that you must have the right mechanic or garage to work on your car, they must know what they're doing and that can be costly.
accountCircle Todd E
All in one running around town or moving stuff my BMW x5 is fantastic.
Oil changes are expensive but thus far no major issues. Some of the paint on roof trim has peeled off. Start stop button and the tailgate release buttons needed to be replaced. The paint around the steering wheel controls is also peeling off. Mechanically the SUV is great!
accountCircle Edward C
The BMW X5 3.5 SAV Comfort, Quality and all you need out of a mid size SUV.
My X5 has slightly more than 50,000 miles. It contains all the features available at the time of manufacture including built in voice-activated GPS, Bluetooth, radio selection, XM Satellite receiver, remote entry and hatch open and close. The run-flat tires add a harshness to the ride and are expensive to replace. Gas mileage is typically 18 MPG combined highway and city. The car has never required any repairs other than air bag recalls, and doing the recommended maintenance is easy to accomplish with just a few tools.
accountCircle Melissa P
BMW highway queen - drive it like you mean it!
The BMW x5 diesel is a highway queen. It gets great fuel mileage when traveling long distances. However, if you do not intended to drive it much, it can be a hassle to take it out monthly and drive it hard to release the diesel particulate buildup. The rest of the vehicle is luxury!
accountCircle JMB T
It's bad a*s! Everybody should drive the ultimate driving machine
It is a very good looking vehicle. It has been very reliable and i would definitely buy another bmw
accountCircle Rishab K
It probably cost more than your car and it goes really fast Down the highway
It is a great car if you have the money to spend it has heating for all the seats and if performs really well
accountCircle Heather P
What you get with BMW x5.
Love it, reliable, only negative gas, it is a 20 gallon tank & it can only fill up with. Premium, trunk space is amazing, comes with 2 or 3 row options, easy to drive. Heated seats & steering wheel, moonroof, leather seats, fog lights, back up camera.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Sam C
Repairs
Very expensive to have a shop repair, not easy to diy. Tight spaces, hard to get to areas. Not enough info on internet to help you get the job done. Tools very expensive and limited supply. 2011 x5 35i.
accountCircle David Steele
BMW 35d
Do not buy a diesel from BMW. The exhaust fluid system will fail long before the car itself but it basically makes the car unusable and BMW will turn Their back on you.
accountCircle Harold Phifer
Mechanical mechanical nightmare electronic mechanics failure
I I spend about $750 in electronic maintenance repair each year on this vehicle too many sensors too sensitive and unreliable.
accountCircle Kathleen L
Diesel nightmare: be warned. Not bmw’s best.
Over 12 safety recalls - some of which took over one year to be resolved. Also major problems with egr (diesel exhaust) system resulting in repairs close to $7000. I would definitely not recommend this vehicle and am looking to sell as soon as possible.
accountCircle Kelly A
Drives nice, but has engine issues and excessive oil consumption.
BMW had a recall on their n63 engines. They didn’t label it a recall, but a “care package”. We had to take it in to her a huge update to our engine which cost over $4000 and the engine consumes huge amounts of oil. Have to add a quart of oil every week. There was also an airbag and sunroof recall. Do not recommend any BMW with an n63 engine.
accountCircle Kayla W
The panoramic sunroof is amazing!
Bmw’s are great cars, however, the maintenance on them is so expensive. It drives great, and sits comfortably. The heated seats work wonders, and the panoramic sunroof is amazing for stargazing at night! I just cannot afford the maintenance that comes with it right now.
accountCircle Spencer G
The Saturn ION, Old Reliable
My Saturn ion is a very reliable machine, what it lacks in style it makes up for indestructibility. The car has none of the bells and whistles including manual window cranks but it serves as a positive aspect because nothing breaks on it. The ride is surprisingly smooth on the highway unless it is windy. Watch out for no ABS brakes because it'll take you by surprise the first time. Overall a decent car for a first car or a temporary car.
accountCircle Alexis G
The best racing car' this car is the perfect for its height, tank, and speed!
I love my car but the leather gets the vehicle gets pretty hot if you care about that. I love it more because of how fast it is. Racing cars are a favorite of mine and I would choose over my other vehicles that I have in the garage. One reason also, is 20$ and it fills up my tank all the way!

BMW X5 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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35i
300 HP 19 MPG 5-7 Seats
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35d
265 HP 22 MPG 5-7 Seats
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35i Premium
300 HP 19 MPG 5-7 Seats
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35i Sport Activity
300 HP 19 MPG 5-7 Seats
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50i
400 HP 16 MPG 5-7 Seats
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2011 BMW X5 Owner Reviews

4.04
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5 stars 52%
4 stars 24%
3 stars 9%
2 stars 7%
1 star 9%
accountCircle Miranda T on June 17, 2021
Luxury comfort for travel families.
I love the split climate. Driver, passenger both front and back all have their own climate specifications - including heated seats. It rides very smooth, plenty of legroom for everyone and lots of cargo and storage space. I do not like that the Bluetooth only works for the phone. There's an aux cord, but it'd be nice if my music played through the Bluetooth and not have to use the aux cord.
accountCircle Kathleen L on June 6, 2021
Diesel nightmare: be warned. Not bmw’s best.
Over 12 safety recalls - some of which took over one year to be resolved. Also major problems with egr (diesel exhaust) system resulting in repairs close to $7000. I would definitely not recommend this vehicle and am looking to sell as soon as possible.
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Ranks #14 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2011 BMW X5 has an average owner rating of 4.33 out of 5 which ranks it #14 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #1 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2011 BMW X5 has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #1 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

2011 BMW X5: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The 2011 BMW X5's cargo area is fairly in line with most compact SUVs, giving You 21.9 cubic feet behind the rear seats, or a total of 61.8 cubic feet with the seats removed or stowed. This is slightly more...

2011 BMW X5: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The 2011 BMW X5 has a max towing capacity of up to 6000 lbs, or just a little under. The engine on the car is able to generate between 948 to 1,092 foot-pounds of torque, depending on which version of the...

2011 BMW X5: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The size of the tires for the 2011 BMW X5 depends on the version. Some of the sizes include (front) 275/40R20, (rear) 315/35R20, (front) 285/35R21 and (rear) 325/30R21 for the M, 255/55R18, 255/50R19, (front)...

2011 BMW X5: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2011 BMW X5 oil type and capacity iS5w-30 and 6.9 quarts. Your oil needs to be changed eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't change it, there will be problems with...

Does the 2011 BMW X5 have a spare tire?

Answer: On new 2011 BMW X5s, the option for a spare tire was provided as an additional $150 upcharge at the point of purchase. All '11 X5 models came with run-flat tires, so this was BMW's way of convincing You that a...
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Safety & Reliability

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety