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Overview
The 2001 BMW X5 Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Sport Utility Vehicle that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW X5 is regarded as a large SUV built in USA with prices starting at $133,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW X5 is powered by a 4.4L 8-cylinder engine that has 210 kW of power (at 5400 rpm) and 440 Nm of torque (at 3600 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 93L fuel tank
The BMW X5 measures 1715mm (67.5 inches) in height, 4667mm (183.7 inches) in length, 1872mm (73.7 inches) in width with a 2820mm (111.0 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2170kg (4784.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The X5 Base comes standard with 255/55 R18 front tyres and 255/55 R18 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
82.32 - 96.77 kW/t
82.32 kW/t
96.77 kW/t
Boot Space
465 litres
465 litres
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,600 - 2,650 kg
2,600 kg
2,650 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,700 kg
2,700 kg
Approach Angle
30°
30°
Departure Angle
31°
31°
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Dimensions
4,667 mm
1,872 mm
1,715 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,667 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,872 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,300 mm |
| Load Capacity | 480 mm |
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Engine
Bore Engine: 92
Engine (cc): 4398
Compression Ratio: 10
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.4
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 82.7
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 24.6
Main Capacity (L): 93
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 11.1
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 21
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 18.8
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 13
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 18.8
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 11.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 207
Maximum Speed (mph): 129
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 286
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (Nm): 440
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3600
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Tread Type: All-Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Tread Type: All-Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanized
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Step
Step Location: Side
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Location: Fuel Tank
Location: Transfer Case
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 54.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1550
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 465
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11300
Front Track (in): 62
Front Track (mm): 1576
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.1
Overall Height (in): 67.5
Overall Height (mm): 1715
Overall Length (in): 183.7
Overall Length (mm): 4667
Overall Width (in): 73.7
Overall Width (mm): 1872
Rear Track (in): 62
Rear Track (mm): 1576
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12100
Wheelbase (in): 111
Wheelbase (mm): 2820
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.9
Front Headroom (mm): 1013
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 977
Front Hip Room (in): 59.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1504
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1484
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1472
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1454
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 30
Departure Angle: 31
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Leather
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2700
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5953
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2650
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5842
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2170
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4784
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: net
Ashtray
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Wheel Position: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood/Woodgrain
Doors: Wood/Woodgrain
Instrument Panel: Wood/Woodgrain
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Occupant Sensors: yes
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
CDs Type: CDs
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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