E53 First Generation (1999-2006)
| Production | September 1999–September 2006 |
|---|---|
| Model years | 2000–2006 |
| Assembly | Greer, South Carolina, United States (BMW US Mfg. Co.) Toluca, Mexico (BMW de México) |
| Engine | 3.0 L 225 hp I6 4.4 L 286 HP (2000–2003) 315 HP (2004–2006) hp V8 4.6 L 347 hp V8 4.8 L 355 hp V8 3.0 L 193/218 hp I6 Diesel |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic 5-speed manual 6-speed automatic 6-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in (2,819 mm) |
| Length | 183.7 in (4,666 mm) |
| Width | 73.7 in (1,872 mm) |
| Height | 2000–2003 V8: 67.2 in (1,707 mm) 2001–2003 I6: 67.5 in (1,715 mm) 2004–2006 V8 4.8I: 67.9 in (1,725 mm) 2004–2006 I6: 69.3 in (1,760 mm) |
| Related | BMW 5 Series BMW X-Coupe |
The BMW E53 X5 crossover vehicle was made between 1999 and 2006. Production ceased in September 2006 and has been replaced by the BMW X5 (E70).
The E53 was developed at a time when BMW owned Land Rover and benefitted from Land Rover technology. It shared components with the Land Rover Range Rover HSE model; specifically the Hill Descent System and Off Road Engine Management system and also the BMW E39 5-series; specifically the engine and electronic system. The entire in car entertainment system (Radio Function, Navigation System, Television and Telecommunications systems, and a very flexible automotive computer system) are identical. As a result the earlier X5 models can be upgraded with newer BMW technologies (e.g. Bluetooth phone connectivity).
A range of petrol (gasoline) inline-6s, V8s and diesel engines are offered.
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