BMW X5 (E53, facelift 2003) (2003–2006)

The BMW X5 (E53, facelift 2003) was offered with 6 engine versions (4 gasoline, 2 diesel), from 218 to 360 hp, built 2003–2006.

BMW X5 (illustrative photo) Enlarge
Production years2003–2006
Body styleSUV
Doors5
Length183.7 in (4,667 mm)
Width73.7 in (1,872 mm)
Height67.5 in (1,715 mm) – 67.2 in (1,707 mm)
Cargo volume16.4 cu ft (465 l)
Fuel tank24.6 gal (93 l)

All BMW X5 (E53, facelift 2003) engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
3.0d (218 hp)2003–2006Diesel218 hp (160 kW)369 lb-ft (500 Nm)8.3 s130 mph (210 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.0d (218 hp) Automatic2003–2006Diesel218 hp (160 kW)369 lb-ft (500 Nm)8.3 s130 mph (210 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.0i (231 hp)2003–2006Gasoline231 hp (170 kW)221 lb-ft (300 Nm)8.3 s134 mph (215 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.0i (231 hp) Automatic2003–2006Gasoline231 hp (170 kW)221 lb-ft (300 Nm)8.8 s130 mph (210 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
4.4i (320 hp) Automatic2003–2006Gasoline320 hp (235 kW)325 lb-ft (440 Nm)7 s130 mph (210 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
4.8is (360 hp) Automatic2004–2006Gasoline360 hp (265 kW)361 lb-ft (490 Nm)6.1 s153 mph (246 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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