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    2016 BMW X5

    The 2016 BMW X5 is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $111,950 for the base variant and topping out at $206,700 for the M variant.

    There are 4 variants of the X5 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2014.

    The 2016 X5 was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the BMW X5 include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (170kW/500Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (160kW/450Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (180kW/450Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (190kW/560Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (230kW/630Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (280kW/740Nm), 4.4L v8 turbo (330kW/650Nm) and 4.4L v8 turbo (423kW/750Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $111,950 - $206,700
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Electric, or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or Phev
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    Retail Price
    $111,950 - $206,700
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Electric, or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or Phev

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    2016 BMW X5

    Available Variants

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

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    Power to Weight
    78.09 - 180 kW/t
    66.05 kW/t
    181.39 kW/t
    Boot Space
    500 - 650 litres
    314 litres
    784 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    3.3 - 11.1 L/100km
    2.1 L/100km
    13.8 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    766 - 1,441 km
    741 km
    1,458 km
    Warranty (Years)
    2 - 5 years
    2 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km - Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    3 years
    1 year
    6 years
    Service Interval
    24 months
    12 months
    24 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,750 - 2,980 kg
    2,575 kg
    3,250 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,700 - 2,970 kg
    2,000 kg
    3,500 kg
    Approach Angle
    25°
    16.5°
    34.6°
    Departure Angle
    20 - 22.5°
    20°
    31°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    195 - 209 mm
    159 mm
    278 mm

    Battery & Charging

    Max. battery kilowatt hour
    9 kWh
    9 kWh
    10.8 kWh
    Vehicle Range (EV)
    31 km
    31 km
    40 km
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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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    2016 BMW X5

    Dimensions

    4,886 mm
    1,938 mm
    1,762 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,886 mm
    Overall Width1,938 mm
    Overall Height1,762 mm
    Wheelbase2,933 mm
    Load Capacity710 mm

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

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    2016 BMW X5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW X5 is the base variant that starts from $111,950.

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    The most expensive BMW X5 is the M variant that starts from $206,700.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW X5 is offered by the M variant which can tow 2970 kg.

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    The largest BMW X5 is the M variant which measures 1985mm wide, 4880mm in length and sits 1754mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW X5 is the M variant which has 423kW of power and 750nm of torque.

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

    The heaviest BMW X5 is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2980 kg.

    The BMW X5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel, Electric 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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