Thoughts on BMW X5 40e
Thoughts on BMW X5 40e
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Jords

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2 posts

63 months

Saturday 15th May 2021
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Hi Guys,

I’m looking to get my first SUV and honestly the only one really turning my head at the moment if the BMW X5 40e.

I just wanted to know if anyone can share some light on it as I have watched and read countless reviews and it seems quite decent.
But from a buyers POV, or a previous owners, what mechanical difficulties have you had and what problems have arisen whilst owning one ?

Thanks for the advice/help in advance !

PGN

221 posts

242 months

Saturday 15th May 2021
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MadCaptainJack

1,736 posts

68 months

Saturday 15th May 2021
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If you're talking about the 45e, I recommend reading this thread: https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=18...

I was v.intrigued after watching Harry's review but BrettMRC's experiences put me right off.

ZX10R NIN

30,468 posts

153 months

Saturday 15th May 2021
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They're not a bad car but the 2.0T does work hard & the fuel economy isn't as good as people expect, if you're doing lots of short journeys then they workout but if you do more open road miles then maybe take a look at diesel hybids or a straight Petrol/Diesel.

Also take a look at the GLE 500e:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202104211...

RXH 450h

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202105042...