One of the staples of the Sport Utility segment is the BMW X5. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the X5 with two versions: 4.8i and 3.0si. Sales for the X5, especially the X5 4.8i, were brisk during 2008 and 2009. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.

Performance

The restyled X5 4.8i is equipped with a BMW 4.8-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 32 valves. The engine is paired with a ZF 6-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for BMW.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The X5 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and air in the rear.

The fuel system for the 2008 X5 is a traditional Bosch ME-9.2, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 22.50 gallons.

X5 4.8i Statistics

The X5 is 191.10 inches long, 76.10 inches wide, and 69.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 115.50 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the X5 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $45,900, with an invoice cost of $42,230. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2008 X5 gets 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is average for a sport utility truck.

The vehicle is available in Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Deep Green Metallic, Jet Black, Mineral Green Metallic, Monaco Blue Metallic, Platinum Bronze Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, and Titanium Silver Metallic.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the BMW X5 4.8i sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a BMW, specifically a X5.

Tags: 4-Door, 4.8i, BMW X5, Canada market, Sport Utility

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