BMW’s first attempt at a soft-roader, the X3 and X5 has been another of BMW’s success stories. In India too, the larger X5 has proved to be quite a hit, while the X3 has enjoyed some success. The second generation X5 is available in India with a 4.8-liter petrol or the 3.0-liter turbo diesel, the latter responsible for most of the sales. The 350 bhp plus petrol can keep Porsche Cayennes honest, while the diesel is among the best in the business. Nice balance between ride and handling, heads up display, a panoramic moon-roof and a whole host of features make the X5 a compelling buy. The X3 on the other hand is available with the 2.5-liter straight six petrol only. Legroom is slightly cramped and the car feels its age. It might be nimble, easier to maneuver and cheaper too, but the X5 is still the better choice among the two.
AUTODATA:
Engine: 2497cc, l6/2933cc, l6, TD/4799cc V8
Transmission: 6-speed auto.
Power (bhp@rpm): 218@ 6500/235@ 4000/355@ 6300
Torque (kgm@rpm): 25.5@ 2750-4250/52@ 2000-2750/47@ 3400-3800
Dimensions:
LxHxW (mm): 4667x1674x1872 (X5)
LxWxH (mm): 4569x1853x1674 (X3)
Wheelbase: 2820 (X5)/2795 (X3) mm
What it’s got: Best handling soft roaders today.
What it ain’t: Not good for going to back of beyond.
Anything else? Lots. Audi Q5/Q7, Mercedes ML, Porsche Cayenne, VW Touareg, Volvo XC90.
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