Auto loans: 2011 BMW X5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.9 to 16.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 18 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
- 10.9 to 16.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 18
For sale
We do not have a 2011 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.
2011 BMW X5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 4.4L 8-cylinder turbo | 4.4L 8-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Diesel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 19.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.1 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.6 L/100 km | 14.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.9 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km | 14.4 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 288 g/km | 291 g/km | 345 g/km | 394 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.90 | $22.23 | $25.20 | $29.40 |
2011 BMW X5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.4 L | 4.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 16 | 14 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 23 | 20 | 17 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 19 | 16 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 23 | 19 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,350 | US$5,150 | US$5,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,380 | $4,446 | $5,040 | $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 2011 BMW X5
- NHTSA lists 18 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 331 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (138), air bags (83) and power train (70). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V707000 | 2023-10-20 | engine and engine cooling:engine | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing... |
| 20V016000 | 2020-01-15 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2012 X5 xDrive35d, 2008-2012 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2007-2012 X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag... |
| 20V017000 | 2020-01-15 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive,... |
| 19V017000 | 2019-01-14 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag... |
| 18V336000 | 2018-05-23 | engine and engine cooling:engine | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break. |
| 18V248000 | 2018-04-18 | engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S... |
| 18V030000 | 2018-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana,... |
| 17V683000 | 2017-10-30 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. |
| 17V138000 | 2017-03-02 | power train:driveline:driveshaft | BMW of North America, LLC, (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2011-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles, and 2011 x6 ActiveHybrid Vehicles. Water and debris may enter the front driveshaft's universal joint, causing excessive wear and possibly... |
| 16V746000 | 2016-10-17 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i... |
| 16V364000 | 2016-05-25 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5M vehicles, 2009-2011 X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2008-2011 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in... |
| 16V311000 | 2016-05-17 | power train:driveline:driveshaft | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 X5 xDrive 35i, xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles manufactured April 5, 2010, to November 20, 2010, 2011 X5 xDrive35d diesel vehicles manufactured April 7, 2010, to November 20, 2010, and 2011 X6 Active Hybrid vehicles... |
| 16V071000 | 2016-02-05 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i,... |
| 14V176000 | 2014-04-10 | engine and engine cooling:engine | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i... |
| 12V550000 | 2012-11-27 | engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel | BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time. |
| 11V521000 | 2011-10-20 | engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/supercharger | BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 7-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 X5 SAV, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP... |
| 11V332000 | 2011-06-23 | engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel | BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011, X5 DIESEL SPORTS ACTIVITY VEHICLES (SAV) MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 31, 2011, THROUGH MAY 19, 2011. DUE TO A COMPONENT MANUFACTURING ERROR AT THE SUPPLIER, THE WELDS IN THE BELT TENSIONER COULD HAVE INCIPIENT CRACKS. OVER TIME, THIS COULD LEAD A MALFUNCTION OF THE BELT TENSIONER. |
| 10V233000 | 2010-06-02 | equipment:other:labels | BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 X5 SAV AND X6 SAV PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 1 THROUGH MAY 8, 2010. THE TIRE LABEL DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH 20-INCH WHEELS, BUT THE LABEL... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2011 BMW X5?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2011 BMW X5 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2011 BMW X5 for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
A buyer's checks
NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 331 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, air bags and power train; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Reading the spec sheet
Under the hood: the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo and all-wheel drive. It runs on diesel, sold at most highway stations. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
Combined fuel use is 10.9 L/100 km: about 33 litres for 300 km. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $50.70 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles.
What the X5 is like
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
Who rents the X5
Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent first, buy later: a week with the X5 answers the big questions. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Narrowing it down
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Still deciding?
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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 2011 BMW X5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2011 BMW X5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2011 BMW X5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2011 BMW X5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2011 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 2011 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 2011 BMW X5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2011 BMW X5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3380.00.
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.