Rear Cargo Protection
 

Anyone found a way to protect the rear carpeted section but still have easy access to the compartment underneath the cargo area?

Do you keep it empty back there except when hauling groceries/luggage etc? I just use the fitted luggage mat (BMW accessory) and I can still get underneath with minimal effort... it's very light but durable, and moves away easily. One thing's for sure, the thing is a lifesaver in all situations.

Piece of cake. I ordered a WeatherTech cargo mat. When you want access to under the cover, simply lift the rear edge of the WeatherTech liner and raise the cover.

Dick

AutoSport Catalog - Luxury Mats 800-953-0814

like it a lot. but they send enough catologs to re-forest Maine.

My back seats have never been up, I carry a lot of gear back there. I covered the entire floor with (2) 3 x 5 rubber backed/carpeted door entry mats purchased at either Costco or HD (can't remember). Works great, easy to move or pull out of the way.

can you guys post some links where I can buy online?

Cargo Area Mats
 

Here you go:

WeatherTech Automotive Accessories - Cargo Liner - 2010 BMW X5 - WeatherTech Custom Cargo and Trunk Liners Cargo Mat

BMW Accessories - 2010 X5 xDrive 35d SAV

is the weathertech really any better than BMW's FITTED luggage compartment mat? I have the latter and it's great... near the same price too... (I actually got it for $60 from a bmw dealer on ebay because he initially sent the E53 one by mistake).

BMW Accessories - 2010 X5 xDrive 35d SAV:Fitted Luggage Compartment Mat

They are exactly the same fit. Weathertech makes them for BMW. You just don't have the BMW logo.

I have this:
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And I bought it there. It works really well, easy to use, easy to put in/take out or move out of the way.