2010 BMW X5 Details

edge647 · 05-11-2009, 11:59 AM

Hey all,

First time poster here - great forum with lots of info!

Looking to "step up" to the big boy...started with my research and getting some interesting info but getting confused about the details.

So the big question from me is, "2009 or 2010 X5? Get a better deal on a left over '09 or get the '10". I started trying to piece together what's coming in the 2010 (besides the M). This is what I've found...hoping that some peeps can help validate or give more info:

- slightly changes to front bumper
- minor changes back bumper
- possible new trim
- possible new 3.0 engine (this would be a big deciding factor)
- new iDrive

Couldn't find a leaked brochure yet

Any thoughts/info from the experts?.

Cheers

watrob · 05-11-2009, 05:46 PM

First off, you would be mad to buy a petrol engine when the 3.0d gets way better fuel economy and has a 1/3 more torque.

The 35d (3.0sd) twin turbo diesel has 600nm of torque and gets better economy than the 3.0i petrol. The new V8 X5 M has 680nm, so the the diesel is the better buy for DD.

We have had the diesel X5's since the early 2000's here and I would never go back to a petrol engine X5!

iceman335 · 05-11-2009, 07:15 PM

I think using N54B30 engine is the most important thing for facelift E70 X5, if so, I am in for one for SURE.

edge647 · 05-12-2009, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watrob

First off, you would be mad to buy a petrol engine when the 3.0d gets way better fuel economy and has a 1/3 more torque.

The 35d (3.0sd) twin turbo diesel has 600nm of torque and gets better economy than the 3.0i petrol. The new V8 X5 M has 680nm, so the the diesel is the better buy for DD.

We have had the diesel X5's since the early 2000's here and I would never go back to a petrol engine X5!

The diesel is here in Canada (2009's) I've thought about it....something about the sound has put me off. But it's definitely something to think about.

Cheers.

edge647 · 05-12-2009, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by iceman335

I think using N54B30 engine is the most important thing for facelift E70 X5, if so, I am in for one for SURE.

This is the "rumour" I've heard as well - I'd love to know if it's for real

That's a big boost in HP. Can anyone validate this?

watrob · 05-12-2009, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edge647

The diesel is here in Canada (2009's) I've thought about it....something about the sound has put me off. But it's definitely something to think about.

Cheers.

Would not worry about the diesel noise, you don't hear it in the cabin, but you can hear the turbo whine and thats music to your ears

tomegun · 05-13-2009, 12:14 AM

I have the same questions. For me, coming from a 335 with iDrive, an updated iDrive is most important. Is that part of the details true?

watrob · 05-13-2009, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by tomegun

I have the same questions. For me, coming from a 335 with iDrive, an updated iDrive is most important. Is that part of the details true?

The Sept/Oct production X5 is supposed to have the new iDrive. I drove a loan car today, a BMW 3 series sedan, it had the old idrive but the new control idrive knob with the buttons around it.

I see on the forum a member has added this idrive controller knob with buttons to his BMW that has the old idrive and it worked. (plug & play so to speak), so when this new knob comes out in the X5 I am going to try a retro-fit!

edge647 · 05-13-2009, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watrob

The Sept/Oct production X5 is supposed to have the new iDrive. I drove a loan car today, a BMW 3 series sedan, it had the old idrive but the new control idrive knob with the buttons around it.

I see on the forum a member has added this idrive controller knob with buttons to his BMW that has the old idrive and it worked. (plug & play so to speak), so when this new knob comes out in the X5 I am going to try a retro-fit!

Here is an iDrive posting:

http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/01/06/bm...-in-september/

bayerischeperformance · 05-17-2009, 02:18 PM

my understanding is any march 09 build x5 and on has the new idrive control

watrob · 05-17-2009, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bayerischeperformance

my understanding is any march 09 build x5 and on has the new idrive control

Everyone was hopeful but it did not happen. A couple forum members have gotten there April 09 production X5's and they have had the old iDrive system still in the States.

My new X5 M-Sport (April 09) arrives on the boat here tomorrow in Australia but I doubt that it will have any changes on it.

edge647 · 06-09-2009, 10:19 AM

A couple links:

http://www.motorauthority.com/spy-sh...-facelift.html (2010 or 2011??)

http://www.easycarblog.com/2009/04/s...10-bmw-x5.html (2010?)

Vintage · 08-27-2009, 10:07 PM

you can also order the M Appearance Package for $6,700 (that is a new option that includes the adaptive drive, painted aero package, aluminum roof rails, 19" wheels, etc.)

edge647 · 08-28-2009, 09:34 PM

That M Package doesn't seem to be available in Canada

halfclue · 08-29-2009, 12:52 AM

I thought the $4500 eco credit was worth more than a few cosmetic things and some other minor stuff. I have been driving mine for nearly 30 days now, and I'm glad I got it rather than waiting. But, whatever floats your boat.

AwesomeM3 · 08-29-2009, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by VintageBMW

you can also order the M Appearance Package for $6,700 (that is a new option that includes the adaptive drive, painted aero package, aluminum roof rails, 19" wheels, etc.)

My X5 48i with the M Sport Package:

Vintage · 08-29-2009, 12:39 PM

looks great

05-11-2009, 11:59 AM	#1
edge647 New Member 2 Rep 11 Posts Drives: - Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	2010 BMW X5 Details Hey all, First time poster here - great forum with lots of info! Looking to "step up" to the big boy...started with my research and getting some interesting info but getting confused about the details. So the big question from me is, "2009 or 2010 X5? Get a better deal on a left over '09 or get the '10". I started trying to piece together what's coming in the 2010 (besides the M). This is what I've found...hoping that some peeps can help validate or give more info: - slightly changes to front bumper - minor changes back bumper - possible new trim - possible new 3.0 engine (this would be a big deciding factor) - new iDrive Couldn't find a leaked brochure yet Any thoughts/info from the experts?. Cheers Last edited by edge647; 05-13-2009 at 07:15 PM..
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iceman335 Private First Class 32 Rep 176 Posts Drives: 2012 F25 X3 xDrive35i M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (0)	I think using N54B30 engine is the most important thing for facelift E70 X5, if so, I am in for one for SURE.
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bayerischeperformance Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 237 Posts Drives: e46 m3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Fairfax, va iTrader: (3)	my understanding is any march 09 build x5 and on has the new idrive control
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edge647 New Member 2 Rep 11 Posts Drives: - Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	A couple links: http://www.motorauthority.com/spy-sh...-facelift.html (2010 or 2011??) http://www.easycarblog.com/2009/04/s...10-bmw-x5.html (2010?)
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Vintage Colonel 381 Rep 2,588 Posts Drives: BMW G80 (MT), 718 Spyder Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin, Texas iTrader: (0)	you can also order the M Appearance Package for $6,700 (that is a new option that includes the adaptive drive, painted aero package, aluminum roof rails, 19" wheels, etc.)
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halfclue New Member 1 Rep 22 Posts Drives: X5 xDrive35d Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: SE Pennsylvania iTrader: (0)	I thought the $4500 eco credit was worth more than a few cosmetic things and some other minor stuff. I have been driving mine for nearly 30 days now, and I'm glad I got it rather than waiting. But, whatever floats your boat.
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Vintage Colonel 381 Rep 2,588 Posts Drives: BMW G80 (MT), 718 Spyder Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin, Texas iTrader: (0)	looks great
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