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    2012 BMW X5

    The 2012 BMW X5 is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $110,900 for the ES variant and topping out at $238,100 for the M variant.

    There are 5 variants of the X5 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2010.

    The 2012 X5 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the BMW X5 include 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (180kW/540Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (225kW/600Nm), 4.4L v8 turbo (300kW/600Nm) and 4.4L v8 turbo (408kW/680Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $110,900 - $238,100
    Transmission
    6 or 8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $110,900 - $238,100
    Transmission
    6 or 8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2012 BMW X5

    Available Variants

    The BMW X5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being ES and the most expensive being M.

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    Power to Weight
    83.72 - 177.01 kW/t
    66.61 kW/t
    177.01 kW/t
    Boot Space
    620 litres
    249 litres
    775 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.4 - 14.3 L/100km
    6.4 L/100km
    14.9 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    594 - 1,149 km
    591 km
    1,351 km
    Price
    $110,900 - $238,100
    $110,900
    $248,200
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    3 years
    1 year
    6 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,755 - 2,905 kg
    2,545 kg
    3,275 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,700 - 3,500 kg
    1,500 kg
    3,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    25.4 - 25.5°
    16.7°
    34.6°
    Departure Angle
    22.7 - 22.9°
    19.9°
    30°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    207 - 222 mm
    159 mm
    227 mm
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    Xline

    2023

    $149,900

    M Sport

    2026

    $155,900

    Base

    2026

    $164,900

    M Competition

    2026

    $247,900

    Year
    2026
    2023
    Engine Type
    3.0L Mhev
    3.0L Phev
    4.4L Mhev
    Fuel
    Diesel
    Electric
    Unleaded
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    219 kW
    259 kW
    360 kW
    390 kW
    460 kW
    210 kW

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    2012 BMW X5

    Dimensions

    4,857 mm
    1,933 mm
    1,776 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,857 mm
    Overall Width1,933 mm
    Overall Height1,776 mm
    Wheelbase2,933 mm
    Load Capacity605 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2012 BMW X5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW X5 is the ES variant that starts from $110,900.

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    The most expensive BMW X5 is the M variant that starts from $238,100.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW X5 is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: ES and Sport.

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    The largest BMW X5 is the M variant which measures 1994mm wide, 4851mm in length and sits 1764mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW X5 is the M variant which has 408kW of power and 680nm of torque.

    The BMW X5 is built in USA and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest BMW X5 is the M variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2905 kg.

    The BMW X5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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