New X5 do they come with a Tracker
New X5 do they come with a Tracker
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Nick J

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1,084 posts

254 months

Sunday 29th August 2021
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Quick question if anyone knows do X5s come with a tracker?

My insurance company are requiring it. My current 7 series has the myBMW connection to the app so I can see where that is.

Is it the same with an X5? Or do I need to get a tracker put on?

Thanks
Nick

rassi

2,517 posts

281 months

Sunday 29th August 2021
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The X5 also has the “My BMW” and localisation services can be enabled.

Don’t know if this suffices for insurance purposes, as it can be switched off from within the iDrive menu.

RUSSELLM

6,003 posts

277 months

Sunday 29th August 2021
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Are you on about Tracker, as in the company ?

Or Telematics ?

I don’t think any manufacturer fits Tracker as standard.

Telematics wise…. Just see if you’ve got an SOS/Help button on your overhead console.

un1eash

667 posts

170 months

Sunday 29th August 2021
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If it's for insurance purposes you'll need a third party tracker fitted. Friend had the same with his M4, the BMW connected services is not enough.

breadvan

2,121 posts

198 months

Sunday 29th August 2021
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It was for LV with my X7. I insisted they put in writing for the avoidance of doubt!

Mr Squarekins

1,654 posts

92 months

Sunday 29th August 2021
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Most bmws have the option to untick the box via the idrive now. I'd imagine most car thieves know that too, so proper tracker required.

breadvan

2,121 posts

198 months

Sunday 29th August 2021
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Mr Squarekins said:
Most bmws have the option to untick the box via the idrive now. I'd imagine most car thieves know that too, so proper tracker required.
It was for LV with my X7. I insisted they put it in writing for the avoidance of doubt.

(am I not saying it right?)silly

The app qualifies as a tracker for insurance purposes with LV amazingly.

Edited by breadvan on Sunday 29th August 23:37