Strengths and Weaknesses of the BMW X5 E70

Luxury and premium second-generation cars with propellers on their hoods are highly sought after in the secondary market. Their cost is not considered low. The owners of luxury and premium BMW X5 E70 cars are thrilled with their iron friends.

These are comfortable, visually appealing, and versatile cars that were developed immediately after the first generation. They were experimented on, but not at the expense of this model. Let's consider everything in order.

Engines of BMW X5 E70

Initially, the 3.0L engines ran on gasoline, then they transformed into diesel, with the same displacement. They were produced until 2008.

• Owners became familiar with problems of excessive knocks produced by hydraulic compensators. They disliked the fluctuating RPM when cold. In such cases, cylinder heads needed to be replaced, or to save money, hydraulic compensators needed changing. However, even after such work, the knocking eventually reappeared.
• Atmospheric units on the 3.0L may stop cooperating with gas crankcase ventilation valves built into the valve covers. This issue is not uncommon.

There is clogging of gas exhaust channels and freezing in cold weather, which can even push out oil from the BMW X5 E70 4.8.

Important! Use Mobil 5w50 or Liqui Molly 5w30.

This problem has been inherited from predecessors. The deficiency was masked and postponed, not completely eliminated. The lifespan of the cylinder head gasket increased from 50 to 60 thousand km.

The covers cost around 20,000 rubles if offered by dealers. In spare parts stores, you can purchase them for up to 4,000 rubles.

• Gas distribution mechanisms will begin to fail once the car crosses the 100,000 km mark. When the valves jam, the engines stall. Repairing this segment will cost around 14,000 rubles.
• The 35i engines may experience failures due to the Electronic Control Unit (ECU). The price of one block is up to 100,000 rubles.
• The 4.8i units are reliable and long-lasting atmospheric engines. After 100,000 km, removable caps may freeze, causing oil consumption. Leakage from crankshaft seals may also be observed.
• The 50i biturbo units start to overheat due to misalignments from turbochargers. Oil consumption increases to 1-2 liters/100 km after 60,000 km. Cylinders deform, there is turbine wear, resulting in increased oil consumption. Other engines have huge radiators for oil and engine cooling.
• In the 3.0si diesel engines, the filters need replacement every 40,000 km. Analogs cost around 900 rubles, new filters 1600 rubles. Soot filters can function up to 120,000 km.

Owners recommend cutting out old filters and updating the ECU. A professional hand is needed for the correct installation of air filters. Simply fitting the filter will damage the base, allowing air into the engine. Engine wear will accelerate. Cold weather will contribute to slow starting due to a faulty battery.

• The 3.0d engines suffer from turbo and vacuum valve failures.
• The sd models have poor pressure substitutes.
• The 35d models experience extraneous noises due to rollers or belts. This occurs when the RPM reaches 2500 — 3000 in a minute during normal acceleration. There are no breakdowns, just an unpleasant noise for the driver and passengers.
• Bolts on the rollers often loosen and break in the drive belts of the external engines. These malfunctions occur in cars from 2008 or 2009.
• Cars after 100,000 km may have leaky radiators. Replacement requires around 8,000 rubles.
• Electric pumps need replacement after passing 120,000 km. Dealers offer them for 30,000 rubles, while stores sell them for 8,000 rubles.
• Weaker points in these modifications are the drive belts.
• Engine blocks may also crack. Tightening moments are sometimes not adhered to, leading to pan breakage. Replacing the pan will cost around 18,000 rubles, and an additional 25,000 rubles for parts.

Interior Features

• Squeaking often starts in cars due to peeling plastic elements. Materials with noise and vibration absorption should be used to fix this issue. You can also wrap the rear seat hinges or luggage compartment covers with insulating tape.
• Shelves in the trunk may squeak as well. Poor air ventilation may occur. Reducers may crack if the interiors unexpectedly start heating up after a long period.
• Old models with decorative inserts imitating wooden lacquered surfaces. The lacquer may crack.
• Climate controls with weak buttons that quickly erase drawings.
• Same buttons for seat ventilation activations.
• Rubber layers on steering wheel spokes often wear out.
• Glove compartment lids lose their top covers and may not open.

Electronic Equipment of BMW X5 E70

• Preventive measures are necessary for the rear lights due to frequent seal leaks. Otherwise, electrical contacts on full boards in cars can oxidize and rust. New taillights cost up to 4,000 rubles.
• The front optics are not perfect either. The glasses may crack, allowing water to stand in the igniter blocks through the formed cracks. Reflectors become dull and burnt if used frequently.

• Parking brake blocks may face software malfunctions. Handbrakes are necessary. Used blocks cost around 10,000, plus repairs around 8,000 rubles. Full dealership service will cost around 30,000 — 35,000 rubles.
• Sometimes there can be short circuits from seat warmers. Upholstery on driver seats often gets burned.
• Climate installations malfunction infrequently. Mechanisms start working after resetting the terminals. Plastic partitions change their sizes. Housings of small filters deform. Once these changes occur, moisture penetrates the contacts of damper drives. Contacts oxidize, along with the loss of control over dampers. Timely contact cleaning is necessary, and drives will return to their previous working condition. Dealers will charge around 3,000 — 4,000 rubles for this service.
• Car batteries significantly affect electronics. Multiple uses can fully discharge them. Freezing temperatures also contribute to discharge. Dealership batteries cost around 25,000 rubles, while stores sell them for 8,000 rubles.
• New registrations are necessary for new batteries to ensure stable charging. Dealership registrations will cost around 4,000 rubles, while other services charge around 1,000 rubles.

Technical Features

The off-road BMW X5 E70 have their technical peculiarities. Five-door cars with adjustable seating were produced from 2007 to 2010.

Engines with 235 hp, at 4000 rpm, with a torque of 520 Nm at 2750 rpm.

The turbocharged engines in the car are arranged in a longitudinal plane at the front.

The cylinders are arranged in an L6 configuration, allowing direct injections to work correctly and precisely. Each cylinder has 2 camshafts at the upper valves. Cars have full-time permanent drives and six-speed automatics.

The front suspensions consist of independent transverse double-wishbones, and at the rear, there are multi-link suspensions with stability stabilizers with transverse springs resembling screws. Front and rear brakes are ventilated disc brakes.

The cars accelerate in 8.3 seconds per 100 km, with a maximum speed of 210 km/h.

Fuel consumption:

• City conditions — 11.3 l;
• Mixed cycles — 8.7 l;
• Highways — 7.3 l per 100 km.

Parameters:

1. Length — 4854 mm;
2. Width — 1933 mm;
3. Height — 1776 mm;
4. Ground clearance — 21.2 cm;
5. Wheelbase — 2933 mm;
6. Front track — 1644 mm;
7. Rear track — 1650 mm;
8. Curb weight — 2180 kg;
9. Trunk capacity — 620 liters, folding the rear seats provides a spacious 1750 liters;
10. Fuel tanks — 85 liters.

What's New in the BMW X5 E70 Layout

Structural changes did not affect the engines and all-wheel drive. Changes were made to the interior and exteriors.

• The cars increased in size, transformed due to modern design solutions, including almost full third-row seats.
• Turbochargers and handling also improved.
• The wheel sizes and tires remained the same.
• The center of gravity became higher in the cars.
• Suspension elements are sometimes considered slightly stiff. Frequent driving may lead to tilting. However, these are minor issues compared to all the other excellent qualities of the cars.
• Although they lost some of their off-road capabilities, the ground clearance remained unchanged.
• The car's underbody has numerous aerodynamic elements, impacting their off-road performance negatively.
• Clutch drives on the front axes often lock, causing the cars to get stuck. This is because tires, on 18 — 19-inch wheels, are better suited for flat asphalt roads.
• Chip tunings are carried out regularly.
• The assembly of the cars is excellent.
• Comfort is also found in equipping the cars with new iDrive multimedia that integrates well with the chassis.
• The cars are versatile with a capacity for 7 passengers and ample cargo space.

New configurations with fresh turbocharged engines were seen in 2010. The following year saw the integration of 8-speed automatic transmissions for petrol engines in the 3.0d. The engines became more flexible and dynamic.

Exterior

• Windows can often have streaks, and the edges may become hazy, affecting visibility. To purchase modern edges, complete in sets, you will need around 70,000 rubles. However, these new elements are also not immune to streaks and points.
• The headlight washers' covers fall off at high speeds. Cold weather forces headlight washer nozzles to protrude beyond the bumpers. Returning them to their original position is difficult. Unpainted covers can be purchased for 900 rubles. Sets of nozzles with covers will cost up to 2,000 rubles.
• Mechanisms for moving panoramic glass can jam at the most inconvenient times, leading to breakage. Regular monitoring is necessary to prevent clogged drains and water ingress into the cabins.
• ECU blocks are also not immune to water if the drains under the brake cylinders become clogged. Failure to monitor all this may cost around 100,000 rubles.
• In rear windows, washers dry up the hoses and damage their flexibility.
• Central consoles may lose pipes in severe frosts. They deteriorate. Left rear wings and driver seats are also subject to such hazards.

Important! Replace hoses with cheaper analogs. It's practical.

About Mirrors in Base Configurations

They come with electric drives, heaters, and washer nozzles. Therefore, even low temperatures do not affect good visibility.

Lighting

Xenon headlights are only in the optional sales category. Although they positively affect lighting in dark places at high speeds.

Braking Mechanisms