Thinking of buying a X5 35d...have questions

Jet Mech · 11-24-2011, 10:14 PM

Hello everyone, i am looking to upgrade from our VW TDI sportwagon to a X5 35d. We need more room and power and want to do some towing. I would like to know if anyone does any towing and how they feel it does. I would like to tow my 1M to track events. Would this be to much for the X5d? How is the reliabilty? Are there any issues with the Diesel? What kind of MPG is everyone getting? What kind of MPG when towing?

Any insight is appreciated.

Thanks

docpowell · 11-25-2011, 02:22 AM

There are some intermittent issues with some of the X5ds. Most of the fuel and urea issues have been addressed and improved since the 09 introduction. Many have no problems at all, mostly coding and CES issues from time to time. But reliability overall has improved greatly.
Towing should be no issue, the torque and tranny combo will do very well, and the 1m is not a problem. I will suggest the 3rd row option for the self leveling rear-end. Here is a link to one of the posters here towing, notice his rear suspension level.
http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=559778

5fix · 11-25-2011, 09:21 PM

BMW trailer wiring is not compatible with LED lights on a trailer. The trailer lights will pulse and flash.

Jet Mech · 11-26-2011, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by docpowell

There are some intermittent issues with some of the X5ds. Most of the fuel and urea issues have been addressed and improved since the 09 introduction. Many have no problems at all, mostly coding and CES issues from time to time. But reliability overall has improved greatly.
Towing should be no issue, the torque and tranny combo will do very well, and the 1m is not a problem. I will suggest the 3rd row option for the self leveling rear-end. Here is a link to one of the posters here towing, notice his rear suspension level.
http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=559778

Thanks for the reply. Those are some nice pics and that is one heck of a boat he is towing. I guess with 425tq it should not be an issue. I think BMW says the tow rating is 6000lbs.

So what kind of MPG do you get with yours?

11-24-2011, 10:14 PM	#1
Jet Mech First Lieutenant 66 Rep 306 Posts Drives: 2011 1M Coupe VO Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Nowhereville iTrader: (1)	Thinking of buying a X5 35d...have questions Hello everyone, i am looking to upgrade from our VW TDI sportwagon to a X5 35d. We need more room and power and want to do some towing. I would like to know if anyone does any towing and how they feel it does. I would like to tow my 1M to track events. Would this be to much for the X5d? How is the reliabilty? Are there any issues with the Diesel? What kind of MPG is everyone getting? What kind of MPG when towing? Any insight is appreciated. Thanks __________________ 2011 1M Coupe VO 2015 MB GLK 250 Blutec Deez 2016 Ram 2500 Cummins Deez 2001 S54 M Coupe (Sold) 1998 M3/4 (Sold)
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docpowell Enlisted Member 26 Rep 38 Posts Drives: X6 M60i, X3 30i, X5 35d, 335d Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	There are some intermittent issues with some of the X5ds. Most of the fuel and urea issues have been addressed and improved since the 09 introduction. Many have no problems at all, mostly coding and CES issues from time to time. But reliability overall has improved greatly. Towing should be no issue, the torque and tranny combo will do very well, and the 1m is not a problem. I will suggest the 3rd row option for the self leveling rear-end. Here is a link to one of the posters here towing, notice his rear suspension level. http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=559778
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5fix Private First Class 61 Rep 102 Posts Drives: 2020 X5 40i; 2018 m550i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Illinois iTrader: (0)	BMW trailer wiring is not compatible with LED lights on a trailer. The trailer lights will pulse and flash.
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