BMW introduced the X5 xDrive30i in late 2008 to regain its grip on the Sport Utility market. There are 3 trim levels for the X5 in 2009: . With four doors and spacious seating for several adults, the all-wheel drive X5 makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Sport Utility market, including strong offerings from Honda.

2009 BMW X5 xDrive30i Specs

The restyled X5 xDrive30i is equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a ZF six-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2008 version.

The fuel system for the 2009 X5 is a Siemens MS 70 system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

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 coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The X5 is inches long, inches wide, and inches high. It has a wheelbase of inches. It is able to seat several adults comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was an industry-low price when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.

There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The X5 xDrive30i received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 2008 model began the promise of the BMW X5. The 2009 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers BMW hopes that the X5 xDrive30i will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Tags: 4-Door, BMW X5, Sport Utility, United States market, xDrive30i

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