Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | ||
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Horsepower | 300 @ 5800 RPM | ||
Torque | 300 @ 1300 rpm | ||
Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG | ||
Bore x Stroke | 3.30 x 3.50 | ||
Compression Ratio | 10.2 | ||
Fuel Type | Gas | ||
Fuel Induction | Direct Injection | ||
Cylinders | 6 | ||
Total no. valves | 24 | ||
Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Spt Stptrnc | ||
Drivetrain | AWD |
Fuel Capacity | 22.4 gallons | ||
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Wheel Base | 115.5 inches | ||
Overall Length | 193.2 inches | ||
Width without mirrors | 76.3 inches | ||
Height | 69.4 inches | ||
Curb Weight | 4790 lbs. | ||
Tires / Wheel Size | P275/40R20 | ||
Rear Tires / Wheel Size | P315/35R20 | ||
Turning Diameter | 41.7 feet | ||
Axle Ratio | 3.15 | ||
GVWR | 6250 lbs. | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 6000 lbs. | ||
Payload Capacity | 1110 lbs. | ||
Head Room: Front | 40.5 inches | ||
Head Room: Rear | 38.8 inches | ||
Leg Room: Front | 40.4 inches | ||
Leg Room: Rear | 36.6 inches | ||
Shoulder Room: Front | 60.5 inches | ||
Shoulder Room: Rear | 58.3 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 66.0 cu.ft. |
If you want a midsize luxury SUV that aspires to be a sports car and offers seating for up to seven, the BMW X5 is a tempting choice. Diesel fans will find a lot to like in the xDrive35d version, which nets up to 26 mpg yet still provides tremendous thrust.
Plan to regularly use 3rd-row seating? Consider the larger Mercedes-Benz GL-Class. If you’re on a (relative) budget, be aware that the 2014 X5’s $54,000 base price can skyrocket with options that are standard on some competitors. In this regard, the Acura MDX, Audi Q7 and Infiniti’s QX60 and QX70 have the upper hand.