Let's hear from the '08 owners.....

[proveg]

Originally Posted by soldmystang

so no one is complaining about the actual vehicle performance as a drivers car then?

nope, I have the 3.0 gasoline and I am not complaining.
I dont expect it to rip up the asphalt especially after performance package e46, but its just fine..
I havent broken in my X yet so I havent had him/her rip, but keeping light on the pedal, I feel plenty of power.

I have had friends tell me not get 3.0 because of lack of power, but I didnt listen since didnt feel like getting a gasoline hungry 4.8 and needed a truck my wife can drive with baby in the car. I am not dissapointed at all.
I am sure some want or require more power, but I think they should get a sports car instead.

[AAIX5]

After a few weeks and about 1,000 miles, I am pleased with the X5. The comfort seats are very nice and if you can't find a comfortable setting with 20 positions then it isn't the car that is the problem. The backup camera isn't anything great but it works and is useful. The auto tailgate, which I wasn't originally going to order, works very well and I would highly recommend it. It should actually be standard on the vehicle. I am more than pleased with the premium sound system, never had one that sounded better. The nav system works. I have used a Garmin previously and actually found it to work a little better, but it might be that I haven't learned all the navigation features of the X5 system. The Idrive requires getting use to, several nights sitting in the vehicle with the manual and experimenting. Having nearly mastered the knob and learning to scroll through the various commands, I don't think I would ever want a car without the Idrive, bluetooth and voice command features. The ipod interface is amazing. The 3.0 engine has more than adequate power and acceleraton. I added the trailer hitch but haven't towed anything yet. The running boards are for looks only, they serve no function. I will be adding mud flaps. Storage, one of the reasons I bought the X5, is good. I do wish however that my golf bags would fit sideways in the cargo area. The best thing about the X5, the very best thing, is the ride. Especially at highway speeds. Smooth, quiet and responsive.
All in all I am very pleased with the X5 and the purchase experience with my dealer. After looking at the Volkswagon, Range Rover Sport, Volvo and the Lexus GX, I am pleased I settled on the X5.

[08WhtX5]

Overall, love the truck. Can't compare it to an 07 but will say its light years ahead of our 01 E53.

Biggest gripe - Brake Dust! cant wait for dustless pads.

[jwhkc]

I posted extensive comments in an earlier thread.

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e70-forum/...ion-video.html

Since then mileage has improved a bit (14.1 MPG, 60/40 urban/highway.)

Back-up camera & brake dust still suck.

On the quality side. all was fine for 10 days or so. Then.....

Saturday "EDC Malfunction" appeared on the iDrive (Electronic Damping Control)

Joined yesterday by "Level Control System Malfunction."

And today by "Dynamic Damping Control Malfunction" and the vehicle now rides like a brick (or a 'real' truck!).

Called BMW service again & got service moved from next Thursday to this Friday.

I hope I haven't landed with one of those 'bad builds' 'cause I really like driving this thing!

[marcx5]

Originally Posted by jwhkc

I posted extensive comments in an earlier thread.

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e70-forum/...ion-video.html

Since then mileage has improved a bit (14.1 MPG, 60/40 urban/highway.)

Back-up camera & brake dust still suck.

On the quality side. all was fine for 10 days or so. Then.....

Saturday "EDC Malfunction" appeared on the iDrive (Electronic Damping Control)

Joined yesterday by "Level Control System Malfunction."

And today by "Dynamic Damping Control Malfunction" and the vehicle now rides like a brick (or a 'real' truck!).

Called BMW service again & got service moved from next Thursday to this Friday.

I hope I haven't landed with one of those 'bad builds' 'cause I really like driving this thing!

let us know what happens....

[vgbyn]

So far so good since Nov 2,
Havent driven it since the snow fell 10 days, miss driving it, still waiting for my winter wheels due this week.

PRO'S
- Comfort access, very convenient
- Soft closing doors, neet feature, makes you baby the car even more
- new tabacco leather- well blended with interior colors

CON'S
- Ok but shabby rear view camera
- NAVy could be better
- fuel consumption, not bad for V8 (should a least have a bigger gas tank)

[marcx5]

Originally Posted by vgbyn

So far so good since Nov 2,
Havent driven it since the snow fell 10 days, miss driving it, still waiting for my winter wheels due this week.

PRO'S
- Comfort access, very convenient
- Soft closing doors, neet feature, makes you baby the car even more
- new tabacco leather- well blended with interior colors

CON'S
- Ok but shabby rear view camera
- NAVy could be better
- fuel consumption, not bad for V8 (should a least have a bigger gas tank)

i can't believe they offer soft close doors in canada but not for us in the USA. this really makes NO sense that they can't offer it as an option. ridiculous, idiots.

[X5audi]

We have barely put 100 miles on the thing, having had it for two days.

(4.8i)
So far...

PROS
-Excellent handling
-Angry exhaust note
-Gorgeous interior (Napa beige leather, bamboo wood)
-Very comfortable to ride in
-Fast electric trunk operation
-Useful Comfort Access
-Great in-car phone
-Awesome USB connecter in center console

CONS
-Backup camera is a joke--WAY worse than the one on our outgoing RX330
-PDC is annoying, and we have yet to figure out how to completely shut it off (as in, it never turns back on again, ever)
-Wife is having trouble learning how to iDrive

[swesson]

Originally Posted by ~KaiFy GaiwanY~

im an 08 owner ..

the backup camera is still the cheap quality one ..
ive had the car since Nov 12th and so far , no issues ..
i dont think i have the latest firmware version because i only get to choose between the PDC or camera on reverse mode , not both ..

thats abt it ..

Are you sure you cannot select both in the iDrive setup? I can on mine.

[swesson]

Originally Posted by ltglenn13

I have only had 1 minor problem with my 2008. The factory installed ipod adapter is not compatible with the gen 6 ipods. This is just a software fix that BMW is coming out with. I have not experienced any of the problems any one else is experiencing. I do however agree that the backup camera sucks.. During the day its great, but at night it blows!!

I just installed a 6gen iPod (iPod Classic) in mine and haven't had any issues. What were the problems you were having?