Insight Into the BMW X5 for 2008
Standard equipment in the X5 for 2007 and 2008 includes the 3.0 liter engine by BMW, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 6-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the X5.
The X5 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses coil and air springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
The dimensions of the X5 3.0si are 76.10 inches wide by 191.10 inches long. It sits 69.50 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 115.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the X5 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 48 months or 50,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sport utility market.
The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $45,900, with a dealer invoice cost of $42,230. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2008 X5 is a Siemens MS 70 design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 22.50 gallons.
The X5 3.0si received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifteen in-city driving and twenty one when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.
Parting Shots
The 2008 model year was very successful for the BMW X5. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the 3.0si version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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