Overview
The 2010 BMW X5 is an SUV offered in 3 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $47,600. For that price, it mainly competes with Audi Q7, Infiniti FX, Mercedes-Benz ML-Class, Porsche Cayenne, and Volkswagen Touareg. Between 3 trims, the X5 offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.0-liter Inline-6 making 260 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 350 horsepower-making 4.8-liter 32-valve V8. Both engines are mated to a 6-speed shiftable automatic. The X5 reaches 60 mph from zero in 8.8 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 7.2 seconds with the 4.8-liter 32-valve V8. Depending on the powertrain, the X5 can manage a combined fuel economy between 16 and 18 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 11 striking colors the X5 comes in really pull you towards itself.
