2008 BMW X5 3.0sd
December 4, 2007 by George Skentzos
BMW has released its most powerful diesel model to date into the Australian market in the guise of the new BMW X5 3.0sd.
Featuring a 200kW 3.0-litre straight six, all-aluminium twin-turbo engine with a seemingly endless 565Nm, the X5 3.0sd is a born performer.
These figures see the X5 3.0sd capable of covering the zero to 100km/h sprint in just 7.3 seconds, with an astonishing average fuel consumption of 8.8 litres per 100km.
“We are certain the superb performance, class leading fuel efficiency and unsurpassed agility in a luxury Sports Activity Vehicle will ensure the X5 3.0sd is regarded as the benchmark in this market segment,”
Much of its performance may also be credited to its intelligent xDrive all-wheel drive and reduced weight which transforms the horses into forward momentum.
The X5 3.0sd will be specified in line with the X5 3.0d Executive, which means it will come with 18-inch light-alloy wheels, a rear view camera for when Reverse is engaged, electrically adjustable driver’s seat and steering column with memory function, BMW Navigation system Professional with 8.8-inch full colour monitor and analogue and digital Television receiver, Voice Recognition system and BMW Assist.
Standard across the entire X5 range are also front, side and head airbags, anti-lock brakes with Dynamic Traction Control, Hill Descent Control, rain sensing wipers, automatic driving lights, multifunction steering wheel controls, iDrive with eight favourite buttons, cruise control with braking function, engine start/stop button, six-stacker CD player, and leather upholstery.
The Sport package adds Sport suspension settings, Sport leather steering wheel, 19-inch light-alloy wheels, front Sport seats, BMW Individual high-gloss Satin Chrome trim, and anthracite BMW Individual roof lining.
The BMW X5 3.0sd is priced from $102,800 while the X5 3.0sd with optional Sport package will be priced from $107,300 with the first deliveries scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2008.
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****PRIMO!****
Wonderfull engine and all
Pity its made in USA [Yes Virgina, they are not all that well screwed together, BUT better than a ML Benz].
The real tragic is that you get covered in filth every time you have to fill her with that greasy oily dirty fuel
Rather the 4.8V8 on LPG, with the new rectangle Aussie made tank…BRILLIANT!
Cheers
F-0
Frugal One, do you have an X5 on LPG? I was told that the engine management system makes them too dificult to convert. I agree that LPG is the fuel to power cars on Australian roads.
Thanks.
They’re built in spartanburg, south carolina
I’ve used diesel pumps for years and have never been covered in filth – the worst that’s happened is I’ve gotten a small amount of diesel on my fingers or palm of my hand if I carelessly grab the handle without checking if it’s messy from the last person
dat crisss
Bought new X5sd in August. Simply brilliant! But wonder if other buyers have experienced similar rear-wheel alignment problems.
Vehicle has rear air suspension and has covered only 7000klm, no off-road, no potholes, no gutters etc. Rear tyre scrubbing inside edge. Tyre guy and wheel alignment guy both say tyre is stuffed. Alignment guy says all X5s should have wheel alignment at time of new delivery as they are all out of alignment as shipped ex factory. I originally doubted this statement until he aligned all 4 wheels. Alignment guy works for an independent alignment centre appointed by the local BMW dealer to carry out alignments, as the local dealer is too small to have own alignment gear.
He produced a printout showing before and after alignment specifications and the difference was considerable, especially for the rear left wheel. Knowing the gentle kilometres the vehicle has covered, and considering I check the tyre pressures every 2 weeks (only once needing adjustment), tyres should not suffer undue wear of inner edge.
Dealer says the geometry of the rear suspension results in both rear tyres scrubbing out inner edge when towing. This is a known problem. But in my case I am not towing and only one rear tyre is affected. Dealer is suggesting the problem is mine… not warranty.
Has anybody else experienced similar problems?
Cheers,
George.
George same issue with my 2007 X5 3.0d with 20 inch tyres scrubbing out the inside rears. Got about 18,000km on the 1st set and looks like the 2nd set will only last 15,000km (1st set were Dunlops and current set are Bridgestones).
At $800 a piece I would expect better given the middle and outer areas of the tyre are almost unworn.
I have had wheel alignments done at 5000km and when the new tyres were fitted. I inflate tyres towards the high side of BMW’s recommended pressures so its not under inflation.
Pretty sure after the last wheet alignment we tried to reduce the negative camber as much as possible and I’ve still got excessive wear.
Have put a call into BMW to discuss.
Regards Craig
Hi Craig
Did you perhaps get a response from BMW on the problem you are having?
I am having the same problem – mine is a 2006 X5 4.8is. I have also had the tyres replaced as well as wheel aligment done.
I know that BMW recommends against wheel rotation, have you tried this? Just checked my tyres this morning & the inners are wearing – gonna need replacing again!
Cheers
Wow I can’t believe it. Hello from London. Same problem. Rough roads and sleeping policemen, endemic to here. No offroad, daily motorway and the left rear is worn just as you guys are describing. I came across this site tonight after a google to see if anyone else has the problem and yours was the first hit. I will be replacing the tyre this weekend and doing an alignment however it seems based on what you are saying this will not cure it. I got a 2005 X5 d. Rear outside has about 5 mm tread and inside is bald and showing canvas….
Wow I can\’t believe it. Hello from London. Same problem. Rough roads and sleeping policemen, endemic to here. No offroad, daily motorway and the left rear is worn just as you guys are describing. I came across this site tonight after a google to see if anyone else has the problem and yours was the first hit. I will be replacing the tyre this weekend and doing an alignment however it seems based on what you are saying this will not cure it. I got a 2005 X5 d. Rear outside has about 5 mm tread and inside is bald and showing canvas….