Gotta love these reviews. It shows so many details of the car without getting bogged down in pointless information. I can’t stand when a car reviewer has a 20 minute review that misses showing basic parts of the car, yet somehow finds time for a 9 minute monologue discussing the emotions of driving a Corolla while thinking about the entire history of Toyota
My mum had her's for 2 years now, its gone by fast. Brilliant car, well refined in every aspect. They gave pretty strong discounts on the price before we even asked, so I wouldn't let it deter you just yet.
Suggestion: use the durometer to quantify how soft the seat and seatback are. Car journalists often the seat is 'supportive', 'firm', etc. Now you have a way to quantify those adjectives.
The 20" and 21" tyres are runflats and tend to give a firmer ride in my experiences, but the optional 22" are standard non-runflats. I got the 22" tyres and the ride is nice with the optional adaptive 2-axle air suspension which is only about $1,700 but well worth the extra cost. I compared against the Merc GLE, and whilst the GLE was a quiet and comfortable ride, it felt lifeless and boring compared to the sporty X5. Beware also Merc GLE 300, as it is only a 2.5L 4 cylinder (misleading naming), and to get the comparable 3.0L 6 cylinder diesel, you have to pay an extra $18k for the GLE 400 that doesn't give any other extra options. Also, X5 was 3 months delivery for a new build (from South Carolina, USA), but Merc GLE was 6+ months wait and they wouldn't honour a trade in value (low mileage Range Rover Sport) for longer than 3 months, based on my experience ordering new build end of Jan 2021. The X5 just makes sense, and includes safety and other equipment that are cost options elsewhere.
The hot/cold wheel dial was initially available for front passengers in some BMW models as a way of marginally increasing or decreasing the temp of air blowing just out of vents pointing at faces. On a really cold day with the heating cranked you may not want super hot air blowing on your face, so you can cool that down a few degrees without changing the cabin temp dramatically. Vice versa for hot weather. I presume BMW popped one in the rear of the X5 as an alternative to having a separate zone in the rear, but still giving the ability to slightly increase or decrease the temp in the rear compared to main cabin temp setting. Strange that 3 zone air con isn't standard in X5 when it is in X3, X4 and 3 Series sedan.
Ive got a 2015 X5 30D and absolutely love it. Currently on 81000kms and the only problem that's come about is the airbag suspension needing to be replaced. For a 7 year old car it still looks modern, plenty of power and the ride is superb. I'd defiantly consider updating to the current model.
I might be completely off, but I remember being told it came from old French cars. When you run the heater, the face level vents can be set to cool to prevent your face looking flustered with heated air. The cabin would warmed by the other vents tho. I vaguely remember TJ Magnas having a similar roller switch.
Unsure about the history of it but you are absolutely right in terms of comfort. Often I turn on the heat only to start feeling stuffy uncomfortable so I end up having to crack the window open, which ends up making the cabin cold again. Having the ability to send a stream of cool air toward your face is while warming the cabin is infinitely more comfortable.
Sounds like we need a Comparison video? Not just the cars but realistic spec outs and review of servicing them. Merc servicing is a steep proposition, BMW seem to offer much better value there, not sure about Audi. Would love to know from someone with better access and experience across all the brands.
Paul, can you do a video on towing - what do the different stats mean eg 3500kg braking - is that a caravan , boat etc and which cars can tow what - eg Rav4 AWD - thanks
I was really interested in one in 2019. I remember a demo 40i M Sport was $105k. I wish I purchased it seeing how they’re gone up in inflation. Hard to get a demo or new under $140k now
You asked about the colours on the air vents - been a while since I had a BMW, but it used to be a way to adjust the temp of the air coming out at head level versus the hot air at your feet - really nice way to prevent driver fatigue in a hot car
Hi Paul..Can you please make a Video on BMW 320i. ..Please recommend me Between BMW 320i, Merc C200 & Jaguar XE.. Hope to get your reply soon... Thanks
Excellent Video once again Paul Mind you one question ive been edging to ask, do you use iPhone or Samsung? because in the smartphone mirroring tests I always see "Pauls Galaxy S20+" do you just have that on hand for the tests? Or do you just want to flex that you can have two phones 😆
I’ve seen it all. I honestly DO NOT know how so many people got their licenses 🤦♂️ Trust me I’ve seen people have trouble parking into wide open spaces and need 5 minutes to properly park it
I'm gonna go out on a limb here and say over 90% of drivers (UK and USA anyway) couldn't give a crap about being good at driving. Frankly, they need all the help they can get.
“Stratification “wheel.. Say you have the aircon on to cold like 15c But sometimes u may want the air vent to blow a little warmth towards u u can slide to the red side and it’ll warm up the air a little, but every other air vent will be cold except the one u turned.
Thanks Paul.. great review.. going to get one next weekend but was soo confused with the velar mainly for the looks factor.. this review nailed it for me I guess
Hey Paul hi...I want to see the comparison between mahindra pik up top spec and landcruiser 70 series. I want to know why should I pay twice for LC. Something different than regular videos. And if possible drag race between the two just for fun.
@@HughRussell06 totally true... according to cars guide Audi q3 starts from $39,000 lol the best deal I was able to get was $58 000. It makes no sense whatsoever to advertise manufacturers cost only
@@sleepyjoescumbag1663 yeah John Howard claimed it was to benefit Australian made cars but obviously they don’t make cars here anymore #abolishluxurycartax
I bought an X1 about 6 weeks ago. The dealer let me have the car for 48 hours for me to get a good feel for it over 2 days. By the end of the 1st day I was sold on it. Great car to drive.
The car is awesome but BMW has recently dropped the HK audio and the touchable screen option due to the semiconductor shortage. The HK audio quality is mediocre at best.
If anyone knows this, how does one get a week long test drive? I tried this and no one was willing to grant me one. Please advise (Based in South Africa)
Can’t wait for the video on the blue BMW X5M and the newly updated Kia Cerato GT hatchback in runway red and the updated stinger GT in micro blue or red or dark blue or any other fancy colour please. From Jordan’s car reviews.
I love this current design plus interior is nice too...only thing what worries me about BMW is reliability 😬.they seem to be cheaply made with plastic components In the engine that break
I have a F15 X5, definitely doesn’t have the build quality of my old E92 m3. I think the SUVs feel a bit more built to a price point. That said it’s a great car. Drives really well for its size, tons of torque, goes well, comfortable, quiet. Not the funniest but hard to argue you need more car than a 30d X5!
Great review Paul! In regards to that temperature slider in the back you mentioned, I have an old E46 with that feature and find it does have a really big impact on the air. It's good for blowing hot air out quickly on a really cold morning - you don't needa wait for the climate to get up to temperature it just feeds hot air straight into the cabin somehow hah
The midsize luxury crossover segment is very tricky, especially when it comes to competition. The Q7 looks bigger than the X5, the X5 supposedly 'competes' with the Lexus RX and Acura MDX, but both of those are front wheel drive. IMO, the most direct competition are the Mercedes Benz GLE and the Genesis GV80.
I’d shop around if I had to pay retail which is almost a given due to COVID. However a friend of one was able to snag a 40i early last year for under 100K drive away with an individual interior. The only catch was the lack of heated seats!
The question hast to be asked re: this or the little SQ5 that Mr Crawford himself would pick over the Maccan? They’re both 5 seaters and one definitely has the sports brief nailed
touareg is a great car, but lacks in infotainment which is rather fancy but not functional. Plus the steering touch sensitive controls are horrible in VWs. They would be replaced in next generations.
Hello Paul. This is a good review and I have never seen a durometer used to show the material softness/hardness of a SUV’s interior. That is a good idea on your part. Regarding the BMW X5 interior dimensions, those numbers you showed are not correct. The interior space behind the second row is 33.9 cf (not 23 cf) and behind the first row it is 72.3 cf (not 66 cf). Overall, this is a good review that you have done.
Thanks for watching - we get our numbers from BMW and then convert from litres to cu.ft: www.bmw.com/en-au/models/x-series/x5-suv/showroom/bmw-x5-technical-data.html
I have a 2015 (F15) xDrive 30d M-Sport which I've had from new. Other than the expected high cost of servicing, there are two things I don't like about it; durability of its components (or lack thereof), and its terrible resale value. More items on my X5 have broken or failed compared to any of the cars I've owned. Things such as, faulty/failed windscreen washer motor, e-brake lever/switch snapping off, the rubberised coating of the steering wheel started to peel, A/C & sunroof issues (plus a few minor intermittent electronic issues). As for resale value, if I bought a new 2015 LandCruiser 200 Sahara instead for around the same price as my X5 (or for less than half the price, a new 2015 FJ Cruiser), the LC200 is worth nearly twice as much (the FJ Cruiser around the same price) as what the value of my X5 is right now.
@@kahuna1247 yeah. Tell me about it. While under warranty it was ok - just a lot of inconvenience of my time bringing it to the dealer for repairs/fix. But outside it, it’s a different ballgame.
Gotta love these reviews. It shows so many details of the car without getting bogged down in pointless information.
I can’t stand when a car reviewer has a 20 minute review that misses showing basic parts of the car, yet somehow finds time for a 9 minute monologue discussing the emotions of driving a Corolla while thinking about the entire history of Toyota
Thank you! We aim to make it as much about the car as possible - instead of the life story of the person reviewing!
be sure to check out cars and bids :P
My mum had her's for 2 years now, its gone by fast. Brilliant car, well refined in every aspect.
They gave pretty strong discounts on the price before we even asked, so I wouldn't let it deter you just yet.
Suggestion: use the durometer to quantify how soft the seat and seatback are. Car journalists often the seat is 'supportive', 'firm', etc. Now you have a way to quantify those adjectives.
The 20" and 21" tyres are runflats and tend to give a firmer ride in my experiences, but the optional 22" are standard non-runflats. I got the 22" tyres and the ride is nice with the optional adaptive 2-axle air suspension which is only about $1,700 but well worth the extra cost.
I compared against the Merc GLE, and whilst the GLE was a quiet and comfortable ride, it felt lifeless and boring compared to the sporty X5. Beware also Merc GLE 300, as it is only a 2.5L 4 cylinder (misleading naming), and to get the comparable 3.0L 6 cylinder diesel, you have to pay an extra $18k for the GLE 400 that doesn't give any other extra options.
Also, X5 was 3 months delivery for a new build (from South Carolina, USA), but Merc GLE was 6+ months wait and they wouldn't honour a trade in value (low mileage Range Rover Sport) for longer than 3 months, based on my experience ordering new build end of Jan 2021. The X5 just makes sense, and includes safety and other equipment that are cost options elsewhere.
The hot/cold wheel dial was initially available for front passengers in some BMW models as a way of marginally increasing or decreasing the temp of air blowing just out of vents pointing at faces. On a really cold day with the heating cranked you may not want super hot air blowing on your face, so you can cool that down a few degrees without changing the cabin temp dramatically. Vice versa for hot weather. I presume BMW popped one in the rear of the X5 as an alternative to having a separate zone in the rear, but still giving the ability to slightly increase or decrease the temp in the rear compared to main cabin temp setting. Strange that 3 zone air con isn't standard in X5 when it is in X3, X4 and 3 Series sedan.
Hi Paul, may you also do a review of the Audi Q8 please. Thanks
Will see if we can track one down.
@@CarExpertAus Maybe BMW X7 too?
Ive got a 2015 X5 30D and absolutely love it. Currently on 81000kms and the only problem that's come about is the airbag suspension needing to be replaced. For a 7 year old car it still looks modern, plenty of power and the ride is superb. I'd defiantly consider updating to the current model.
That would have cost a lot to fix.
Great review. Love from Kenya 🇰🇪👍👌
Thanks for watching!
I might be completely off, but I remember being told it came from old French cars. When you run the heater, the face level vents can be set to cool to prevent your face looking flustered with heated air. The cabin would warmed by the other vents tho. I vaguely remember TJ Magnas having a similar roller switch.
Unsure about the history of it but you are absolutely right in terms of comfort. Often I turn on the heat only to start feeling stuffy uncomfortable so I end up having to crack the window open, which ends up making the cabin cold again. Having the ability to send a stream of cool air toward your face is while warming the cabin is infinitely more comfortable.
Really glad you’re spending some time with your new family Paul, but I can’t wait for you to return to delivering full time content!
Sounds like we need a Comparison video? Not just the cars but realistic spec outs and review of servicing them. Merc servicing is a steep proposition, BMW seem to offer much better value there, not sure about Audi. Would love to know from someone with better access and experience across all the brands.
Paul, can you do a video on towing - what do the different stats mean eg 3500kg braking - is that a caravan , boat etc and which cars can tow what - eg Rav4 AWD - thanks
A great package but yeah that price, even before options, is a killer.
Any chance you’ll review the X5 45e PHEV?
Great review. You just got a new subscriber ...I'm bored with others thinking they are auditioning for top gear
I was really interested in one in 2019. I remember a demo 40i M Sport was $105k. I wish I purchased it seeing how they’re gone up in inflation. Hard to get a demo or new under $140k now
Would love for you to do an X6
Hey Paul when you getting your hands on the new 24 X5 to review? Would love a comparison video vs X3.
Great review as always Paul, and congrats on the new addition to the family! Any chance of an LDV Ute review? 😊🙏
You asked about the colours on the air vents - been a while since I had a BMW, but it used to be a way to adjust the temp of the air coming out at head level versus the hot air at your feet - really nice way to prevent driver fatigue in a hot car
Waiting for the X7 review from CarExpert
Should be good to compare with the Wolfsburg as well Paul?
Potentially! Not sure which one I’d pick.
@@CarExpertAus don't be diplomatic 😃 You know the answer!
I've been in love with this car from 2016
I hope i can buy it in the future
Hi Paul I think you should update your vehicle lights video as these 2021 one models of LEDS can go up to 800m compare to like a polo
Love the review...quick and simple,yet easy to understand...nice job paul..and congrats becoming a father now
Hi Paul..Can you please make a Video on BMW 320i. ..Please recommend me Between BMW 320i, Merc C200 & Jaguar XE.. Hope to get your reply soon... Thanks
Shooting the 320i tomorrow :-D
Hi paul ,always great review,i am waiting your review for new kluger,any news soon?
Thanks! It's coming soon.
Haha was just looking for an X5 review on your channel the other day. Cheers Paul!
So was I!!! So glad it is here!
Excellent Video once again Paul
Mind you one question ive been edging to ask, do you use iPhone or Samsung? because in the smartphone mirroring tests I always see "Pauls Galaxy S20+" do you just have that on hand for the tests? Or do you just want to flex that you can have two phones 😆
What a shame it doesn't have the beautiful buck teeth.
What trims have headlights with active shadowing?
I am hearing you are saying Q7 is a better choice amongst X5 and GLE? If they were same price would you still choose Q7?
Was waiting for this video
Enjoy!
Reversing into a park isn't that difficult so I find it amazing how much effort they put into it camera wise
I’ve seen it all. I honestly DO NOT know how so many people got their licenses 🤦♂️ Trust me I’ve seen people have trouble parking into wide open spaces and need 5 minutes to properly park it
I'm gonna go out on a limb here and say over 90% of drivers (UK and USA anyway) couldn't give a crap about being good at driving. Frankly, they need all the help they can get.
Hi Paul, thanks for the review. According to BMW website the max tow capacity is 2700kg? Not 3500kg as stated in the review?
Please make a review of the Toyota Corolla Cross 2022...
Hey Paul, great review!
Any plan to review new Ssangyong Rexton 2021?
Thanks for the review
Thanks for watching!
“Stratification “wheel..
Say you have the aircon on to cold like 15c
But sometimes u may want the air vent to blow a little warmth towards u u can slide to the red side and it’ll warm up the air a little, but every other air vent will be cold except the one u turned.
Thanks Paul.. great review.. going to get one next weekend but was soo confused with the velar mainly for the looks factor.. this review nailed it for me I guess
As usual, nice review, still waiting when you will do review for BMW X7.
Also think you should add a creak test to these new cars. Quite common with their interiors.
Nice review as usual Paul...if you are given a choice of X5 30d and X540i which one would you pick? And why.
Tks
Please do the the X5M
Hey Paul hi...I want to see the comparison between mahindra pik up top spec and landcruiser 70 series. I want to know why should I pay twice for LC. Something different than regular videos. And if possible drag race between the two just for fun.
Where do you get your prices from? They are always way under what cars actually sell for~! Great looking car, would love one, if only !
All prices are exclusive of on-road costs. They vary by state and dealer.
Couldn't agree more the prices they indicated is ridiculous, why would you not add dealer fees and etc.
@@sleepyjoescumbag1663 and luxury car tax too, the unfortunate scam that is
@@HughRussell06 totally true... according to cars guide Audi q3 starts from $39,000 lol the best deal I was able to get was $58 000. It makes no sense whatsoever to advertise manufacturers cost only
@@sleepyjoescumbag1663 yeah John Howard claimed it was to benefit Australian made cars but obviously they don’t make cars here anymore
#abolishluxurycartax
I'll have mine in white and with grey powder coated wheels. X5 30d has always been my favorite SUV.
Could you do a review of the 2021 Mercedes CLA45s AMG?
Hybrid model review plz
Do dealers allow you take home a car for 24 hours?, i never knew that.
I bought an X1 about 6 weeks ago. The dealer let me have the car for 48 hours for me to get a good feel for it over 2 days. By the end of the 1st day I was sold on it. Great car to drive.
They know you won’t want to give it back.
This channel deserve more subscribers!!!
Hi Paul, any chance you will review the haval h6? Love your videos tho!
Can u do x6
Hello sir! Do you think that cars with petrol and diesel engines will disappear from their production in the future? I hope this never happens!😭😢😓
The car is awesome but BMW has recently dropped the HK audio and the touchable screen option due to the semiconductor shortage. The HK audio quality is mediocre at best.
how to get 24 hour test drive ?
7 seat option info missing
My F15 X5 30d is horrific on fuel. Currently averaging 11.7 (after 95,000km, mostly highway) and I don't drive it like a lunatic.
You should get it checked. Sounds way too high for a diesel. My Hyundai Santa Fe does literally half that on highways.
DPF issues?
I'll get it checked. It could very well be a faulty DPF as it lived the first half its life in a city.
Does any BMW have ventilated seats?
Yes definitely. Can get as an option.
@@CarExpertAus cheers. Never seen it on any I've looked at. Everything seems to be an option ...
Can you option 7 seats in X5 plug in hybrid engine?
Good question - I'm almost certain 7 seats isn't available in the PHEV.
No, they only configures up to 5 seats. Due to the battery taking space.
@@bjornark thanks for the information.
The price is absurd 94 grand?
About the same as the competitors with our taxes.
Can you please do a bmw x7 if you have not already
Coming soon!
Waiting for your review in kluger hybrid
Nice review
Why are they still making diesels?
Efficiency and towing.
How is the baby Paul? Good review when are you doing the new Mux?
These car videos are really good
If anyone knows this, how does one get a week long test drive? I tried this and no one was willing to grant me one. Please advise (Based in South Africa)
Hey Paul
Just wondering what the camera looking thing just above the speedo ?
That’s a camera that tracks your attention span. It doesn’t record anything but if you start to drift off to sleep, the car will alert you
@@Hydro.
I thought that’s what it might be
Can’t wait for the video on the blue BMW X5M and the newly updated Kia Cerato GT hatchback in runway red and the updated stinger GT in micro blue or red or dark blue or any other fancy colour please. From Jordan’s car reviews.
Shit yeah!
I love this current design plus interior is nice too...only thing what worries me about BMW is reliability 😬.they seem to be cheaply made with plastic components In the engine that break
Lol
New ones are really reliable
@@MRMV483 hope so
The 6 cylinder models are known to be pretty reliable, the v8s are where the issues are
I have a F15 X5, definitely doesn’t have the build quality of my old E92 m3. I think the SUVs feel a bit more built to a price point. That said it’s a great car. Drives really well for its size, tons of torque, goes well, comfortable, quiet. Not the funniest but hard to argue you need more car than a 30d X5!
Great review Paul! In regards to that temperature slider in the back you mentioned, I have an old E46 with that feature and find it does have a really big impact on the air.
It's good for blowing hot air out quickly on a really cold morning - you don't needa wait for the climate to get up to temperature it just feeds hot air straight into the cabin somehow hah
Interesting!
Another great review Paul this or Genesis GV80?
Thanks! Definitely this.
tf is a genesis
@@vladsta3833 it’s hyandai luxury company. Like what Lexus is to Toyota
Another Excellent Review. Thanks Paul.
The midsize luxury crossover segment is very tricky, especially when it comes to competition. The Q7 looks bigger than the X5, the X5 supposedly 'competes' with the Lexus RX and Acura MDX, but both of those are front wheel drive. IMO, the most direct competition are the Mercedes Benz GLE and the Genesis GV80.
I’d shop around if I had to pay retail which is almost a given due to COVID. However a friend of one was able to snag a 40i early last year for under 100K drive away with an individual interior. The only catch was the lack of heated seats!
X7 review please?
Would be awesome if you review Mitsubishi ASX
The question hast to be asked re: this or the little SQ5 that Mr Crawford himself would pick over the Maccan? They’re both 5 seaters and one definitely has the sports brief nailed
Come on, X5 all day every day.
X3 M40i for the win
What dual cab did you get?
Nice video
Thanks!
Wow very nice 😍
awesome review, any chance doing a review on the new Haval H6 Ultra or the Haval Jolion
Thanks! Will try and get our hands on one soon.
I would probably pick the Touareg over this due to mostly the cabin design/layout, probably better bang for your buck too! 👌
touareg is a great car, but lacks in infotainment which is rather fancy but not functional. Plus the steering touch sensitive controls are horrible in VWs. They would be replaced in next generations.
X5 🔥 🔥 🔥
Excellent review 👏
Amazing thank you for sharing
another grrreat vid
Paul in a beamer fan boy for sure
Hello Paul. This is a good review and I have never seen a durometer used to show the material softness/hardness of a SUV’s interior. That is a good idea on your part. Regarding the BMW X5 interior dimensions, those numbers you showed are not correct. The interior space behind the second row is 33.9 cf (not 23 cf) and behind the first row it is 72.3 cf (not 66 cf). Overall, this is a good review that you have done.
Thanks for watching - we get our numbers from BMW and then convert from litres to cu.ft: www.bmw.com/en-au/models/x-series/x5-suv/showroom/bmw-x5-technical-data.html
Do we have four wheel steering and adaptive air suspension?
If you want.
@@larjkok1184 how much $$ for?
@@KP_Oz roughy $2k AUD each ($1800 precisely I think)
When will you review the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 series😩😩
It hasn't gone on sale yet lol
As soon as it’s on sale 😁
I have this car! It is sick tbh!!!
I am from sri lanka please do the bmw ,
X7
very helpful. Thanks
Another wicked review, thank you
I have a 2015 (F15) xDrive 30d M-Sport which I've had from new. Other than the expected high cost of servicing, there are two things I don't like about it; durability of its components (or lack thereof), and its terrible resale value. More items on my X5 have broken or failed compared to any of the cars I've owned. Things such as, faulty/failed windscreen washer motor, e-brake lever/switch snapping off, the rubberised coating of the steering wheel started to peel, A/C & sunroof issues (plus a few minor intermittent electronic issues). As for resale value, if I bought a new 2015 LandCruiser 200 Sahara instead for around the same price as my X5 (or for less than half the price, a new 2015 FJ Cruiser), the LC200 is worth nearly twice as much (the FJ Cruiser around the same price) as what the value of my X5 is right now.
All this headache for $120k+.
I can't see how it's worth it, unless it's to piss off the neighbours!
Thanks for that feedback!
@@kahuna1247 yeah. Tell me about it. While under warranty it was ok - just a lot of inconvenience of my time bringing it to the dealer for repairs/fix. But outside it, it’s a different ballgame.
@@HammerRocks Isn't that the same in all premium brands?
To be fair most of those sounds minor.
So what your saying this is a rebadged haval h6 with bmw tax
Loved your review. Only thing I don't like about this car is the price. Damn
Best car ever
Quality review of a quality brand. 👍🏻