Auto loans: 2003 BMW X5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 14.7 to 16.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 14.7 to 16.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2003 BMW X5 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2003 BMW X5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 4.4L 8-cylinder | 4.6L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 16.8 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 394 g/km | 394 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $25.73 | $25.73 | $29.40 | $29.40 |
2003 BMW X5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.4 L | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 19 | 19 | 17 | 16 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 16 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 19 | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$5,150 | US$5,150 | US$5,850 | US$5,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $5,146 | $5,146 | $5,880 | $5,880 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2003 BMW X5
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 100 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (25), electrical system (17) and power train (17). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V015000 | 2019-01-14 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000-2003 525i Sedan, 530i Sedan, 540i Sedan, 2001-2003 525i Sports Wagon and 540i Sports Wagon vehicles, and 2000-2004 X5 SAV 3.0i, X5 SAV 4.4i, and X5 SAV 4.6is vehicles. This recall affects certain vehicles where the original steering wheel has been... |
| 17V047000 | 2017-01-20 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2002 BMW 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 323Ci, 325Ci, 330Ci, M3, 323iT, 325iT and 325xiT vehicles, 2001-2002 525i, 530i, 540i, M5, 525iT and 540iT vehicles, and 2001-2003 X5 3.0i, X5 4.4i, and X5 4.6is vehicles. These vehicles may have had a... |
| 15V318000 | 2015-05-28 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes, 2002-2003 M5, 540i, 525i Sedan, and 530i Sedans, and 540i and 525i Sportswagons, and 2003 X5 3.0i... |
| 03V197000 | 2003-05-27 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINE AND THE STEERING SHAFT JOINT IS NOT SUFFICIENT. IF THIS OCCURS, THE BRAKE LINE COULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE JOINT AND EVENTUALLY SUFFER DAMAGE AND CORROSION. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2003 BMW X5?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2003 BMW X5 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2003 BMW X5 for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Recalls and complaints
NHTSA has 100 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine and engine cooling, electrical system and power train. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Under the hood
It uses the 3.0L 6-cylinder and all-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
Expect about 44 litres for every 300 km, going by its 14.7 L/100 km combined rating. That works out to about $25.73 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$5,150 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who it is for
It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Inside and out
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
Rent it for a week first
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the X5 for a week and see how it fits your life. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Year and trim
Within the 2003 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $25.73 in fuel. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Next step
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2003 BMW X5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2003 BMW X5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2003 BMW X5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2003 BMW X5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2003 BMW X5?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2003 BMW X5 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2003 BMW X5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2003 BMW X5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$5,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5146.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.