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BMW X5

E53

The original BMW X5 E53 launched the brand’s first X model and established the X5 as a sport-oriented luxury SUV. U.S. sales began for the 2000 model year, with inline-six, V8, and later high-performance 4.6is and 4.8is variants offered during the generation. It remained on sale until the E70 replacement arrived.

2000–2006 E53 U.S. market
Production 2000–2006
Body code E53
Body styles SUV
Modifications 5
Modification Engine Power Transmission Drive Years  
x5 3.0d
2004–2006
Diesel · 3.0 L · 184 hp 5-speed automatic All-wheel drive 184 2004–2006 View details
x5 3.0i
2001–2006
Gasoline · 3.0 L · 225 hp 5-speed automatic All-wheel drive 225 2001–2006 View details
x5 4.4i
2000–2003
Gasoline · 4.4 L · 282 hp 5-speed automatic All-wheel drive 282 2000–2003 View details
x5 4.6is
2002–2004
Gasoline · 4.6 L · 340 hp 5-speed automatic All-wheel drive 340 2002–2004 View details
x5 4.8is
2005–2006
4.8 L Automatic (S6) 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 2005–2006 View details