BMW X5
by Jessica Whittaker
BMW is known as one of the best supercars in the world. BMW provide high quality cars with optimal supercar performance. No matter, while on the run or stationary, the prominent features of the BMW X5 never fails to give an instant impression to onlookers. Its popularity has lead to creation of many web sites and fan clubs as well.
People simply fall in love with the BMW X5, because of its features, which are as follows: Salient Features: Due to its on-road capabilities, it is referred to as a Sports Activity Vehicle rather then a Sports Utility Vehicle. Below listed are certain features to look into this car, while you take it out in inclement weather conditions:
1. To test out the four wheel drive
2. Traction control
3. All disc anti-lock braking and
4. Antiskid features.
Most of the SUVs stay on the road; however SAVs are especially designed keeping the road in mind. The BMW X5 is considered to have a lot of horsepower. For instance, the 2002 model 4.6 has a 340 horsepower engine and other vehicles of X5 have their horsepower ranging between 290 and 315. The BMW X5 maintains most of its original fast acceleration ability. It reaches at a speed of 60 mph in just 7 seconds. One has a comfortable ride due to the suspension of the BMW X5.
The suspension of BMW X5 has a load-leveling feature that is useful, when heavy objects or person sits in one part of the vehicle. A sport suspension package along with a model with the sport package endeavors for a smoother drive for you. The vehicle also gets a superior handling because of all these features.
Those interested in buying BMW X5 can find used BMW X5 cars with the transmissions they want. In 1999 to 2000, when BMW X5 first came out, the 4.4i had a 5-speed automatic transmission that can be manually shifted. This is the time when 3.0i was released with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. By the year 2004, a 6-speed manual transmission was available in this regard. As preference of all drivers vary to a huge extent, all the used or modified BMW X5 cars are popular.
Next, depending on the model the BMW X5 has many different features that make it a luxury car. In around 1999 to 2000, these cars were inclusive of an optional navigation system with a screen that was mounted in the dashboard. Some of the 2002 vehicles had options such as sunroofs and rain-sensing windshield wipers. Some of them also had the option of automatic climate control and rear climate packages.
Finding the best features of your choice in a used BMW X5 may not be an easy task, but it is worth the effort. Overview: The BMW X5 is quiet spacious and has plenty of room for both people as well as cargo. It has more than adequate head and legroom for four adults as well as their belongings. In fact, the BMW X5 headroom for the rear seat is much more generous as compared in most SUVs.