BMW X5 F15

BMW X5 F15 was created on the platform of the second generation model E70. The third generation lost weight by 90 kg. However, the next X 5, in comparison with its predecessor, slightly added in size.

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BMW X5 F15 was created on the platform of the second generation model E70. The third generation lost weight by 90 kg.

However, the next X 5, in comparison with its predecessor, slightly added in size. The wheelbase remains the same. The trunk volume increased by 30 liters, reaching a value of 650 liters.

BMW X5: comparison of the dimensions of the current and previous generations

The standard equipment includes bixenon headlights, BMW Professional anti-theft system, proximity alarm sensors when parking in front or behind, a rear-view camera and automatic drive of the trunk lid.

The model was produced at the American factory in Spartanburg. In 2014, Kaliningrad cars were put on the Russian market. The 50i and M50d were exclusively shipped from the United States.

• 35i with a turbocharged 3-liter R6 series N55 recoil 306 hp;

• 50i with V8 biturbo 4.4 liters of series N63 / 449 hp

The hybrid BMW X5 xDrive40e came with a 2-liter 4-cylinder gasoline turbo engine of the N20 family. The total power of the power plant 313 hp

Diesel versions were equipped with inline six-cylinder 3-liter turbodiesel series N57, but with a different number of turbines: 25d and 30d - with one (218 and 249 hp, respectively), 40d - with two (313 hp), and M50d - with three (381 hp). In addition to the number of turbines, the M50d is distinguished by a cooling system, a cylinder head and a pistons range.

In Europe, the 25d version was equipped with a four-cylinder 2-liter biturbodiesel of the N47 series (220 hp), and since 2015 - B47 (231 hp).

Petrol engines

The N55 series of six-cylinder engines are considered to be quite heat-loaded. In various BMW models, they sometimes upset by turning the liners after 100-150 thousand km.

There are few cases, but similar incidents have affected the BMW X5 F15. Moreover, in addition to the inserts, the crankshaft could be damaged, and the engine block could be deformed. For repairs, the “lucky” had to give almost 400 000 rubles.

It is believed that the disease is characteristic of engines with chip tuning, the owners of which prefer a dynamic driving style.

In the risk of serious malfunctions is the unit version 50i (V8 N63). Turbochargers, exhaust collectors and catalysts are located right in the collapse of the block. High heat loads lead to the rapid aging of oil caps, oil glut, coking rings and pipes supplying oil to the turbine.

In the running case, the cost of repair will be about 300-400 thousand rubles. One of the preventive measures is the periodic replacement of oil caps every 80-120 thousand km (60-80 thousand rubles).

Diesel engines

Diesel versions were held through a service promotion to replace the EGR radiator (35-44 thousand rubles).

One of the main drawbacks of the six-cylinder N57 is the accumulation of soot in the intake tract to 100-150 thousand km. A large amount of soot leads to violations in the work of vortex valves. For cleaning the intake collector will have to pay about 10 000 rubles.

The chain of the 3-liter diesel engine will serve more than 200-250 thousand km.

But the supports of the power unit (2 units of 7000 rubles) can become unusable after 150 000 km.

In the top M50d, a small turbine occasionally fails.

Transmission

All the X5 F15 engines were combined with the 8-speed ZF automatic. The box is quite hardy. Owners sometimes complain about the tremors when switching, but serious repairs usually do not come.

One of the conditions for the longevity of the box is the timely renewal of the working fluid (about 25 000 rubles).

All-wheel drive system

Small suspension moves, a “simple” transmission and mediocre geometric cross-country performance do not add confidence away from paved roads.

The xDrive all-wheel drive system is a multi-disc clutch with electronic control. By default, the torque is distributed along the axes in a ratio of 40:60.

After 50-100 thousand km, sometimes subtracts (fogging) from the rear gearbox or dispensers are detected. The cost of eliminating the leak will be about 10-15 thousand rubles.

If the leak is not eliminated in time, then the rear gearbox can be buzzing. The new will cost a tidy sum - 170 000 rubles. The used gearbox is much cheaper - 25-35 thousand rubles, and for the work on replacement will ask about 10 000 rubles.

During operation, it is necessary to periodically update the oil in gearboxes and dispensers (about 15 000 rubles).

Walking

The principal scheme of the suspension X5 F15, in comparison with the E70, has not changed - a double lever in the front and a multi-link in the rear. But thanks to other settings of springs and shock absorbers, the Bavarian crossover began to go softer, without losing controllability.

The levers of the front suspension are surrendered after 50-100 thousand km. If the Silent blocks can be replaced separately (3-4 thousand rubles), then the ball supports are only assembled with a lever (7-13 thousand rubles for an analogue).

Silent blocks of the rear suspension will serve more than 150-200 thousand km.

For a surcharge on the rear axle, pneumopores were installed (except 25d and xDrive40e). The resource of pneumoballoons is about 100-150 thousand km. The new cylinder is available for 13-16 thousand rubles, and the replacement work will be 1500 rubles.

Factory shock absorbers (14-22 thousand rubles) usually run over 150 000 km.

Sometimes you have to update the front bearings. They are assembled with a hub - 14-22 thousand rubles.

Other problems and malfunctions

It is too early to talk about corrosion of body iron. Usually there are no complaints about the quality of the paintwork.

For information, the hood is made of aluminum, and the front wings are made of plastic.

With age, the gloss of the Shadow Line side windows loses its gloss (9,000 rubles for the original).

In the cabin after 6-8 years, sometimes scuffles are found on the cushion of a leather driver's seat, or the upholstery on its sidewall may burst.

Systematic problems in the electrical part are not yet faced.

Petrol engines

• For repairs, the “lucky” had to give almost 400 000 rubles.
• In the risk of serious malfunctions is the unit version 50i (V8 N63).
• In the running case, the cost of repair will be about 300-400 thousand rubles.
• One of the preventive measures is the periodic replacement of oil caps every 80-120 thousand km (60-80 thousand rubles).

Transmission

• Owners sometimes complain about the tremors when switching, but serious repairs usually do not come.

All-wheel drive system

• km sometimes detect subtracts (fogging) from under the glands of the rear gearbox or dispensers.
• If the leak is not eliminated in time, then the rear gearbox can be buzzing.
• During operation, it is necessary to periodically update the oil in gearboxes and dispensers (about 15 000 rubles).

Other problems and malfunctions

• It is too early to talk about corrosion of body iron.
• In the cabin after 6-8 years, sometimes scuffles are found on the cushion of a leather driver's seat, or the upholstery on its sidewall may burst.
• Systematic problems in the electrical part are not yet faced.

The BMW X5 F15 is well suited to the role of an everyday family car. There is enough space inside for everything, including things. All versions guarantee good dynamics and gambling behavior. Outside of the asphalt, the crossover’s capabilities are much more modest.

The most preferred diesel versions are 25d and 30d, which fit within a reasonable tax framework. They're more reliable, too.

• Overview: BMW X5 F15 was created on the platform of the second generation model E70. The third generation lost weight by 90 kg.
• Transmission: Owners sometimes complain about the tremors when switching, but serious repairs usually do not come.
• All-wheel drive system: km sometimes found subtracts (fogging) from under the glands of the rear gearbox or dispensers.
• Chasing: The principal scheme of the suspension X5 F15, in comparison with the E70, has not changed - a double lever in the front and a multi-lever in the rear.
• Other problems and malfunctions: It is too early to talk about corrosion of body iron.

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