2000-2006 BMW X5: Year-to-Year Changes
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about the year-to-year changes of the 2000-2006 BMW X5. Get full details of the styling and performance changes throughout the history of the 2000-2006 BMW X5.
Year to Year Changes
2001 BMW X5:
No change was evident on 2001 models.
2002 BMW X5:
A high-performance 4.6is model debuted for 2002, packing a 340-horsepower V8 engine. This gave BMW a strong contender against the Mercedes-Benz ML 500/ML55 AMG. In addition to aero body add-ons, the new model got 20-inch wheels and a special sportier interior. Option packages got some content revisions this year. The Premium group now included rain-sensing wipers, automatic climate control (for the 3.0i), and a sunroof for both the 3.0i and 4.4i. The 4.4i edition could also be equipped with a new Rear Climate Package, including privacy glass and rear window shades. Options included rear torso side-impact airbags.
2003 BMW X5:
X5 sees no change for '03 as a revised model appeared in '04.
2004 BMW X5:
The new X5 saw revamped styling, a new 6-speed manual transmission option, and a 315 hp V8 versus last year's 290 hp in '04.
2005 BMW X5:
Some optional features become standard for 2005 on BMW's American-built SUV. Newly standard for 4.4i is front and rear obstacle detection, which is optional on 3.0i. Xenon headlights, standard on V8s and optional on the 3.0i, are now steering linked.
2006 BMW X5:
No significant changes for 2006 X5.
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