Battery boost for a 2017 BMW X5
Battery boost for the 2017 BMW X5: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 9.3 to 13.7 L/100 km
- Body
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2017 BMW X5 for battery boost
- Body: standard sport utility vehicle (EPA size class).
2017 BMW X5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 23 | 18 | 18 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 29 | 25 | 24 | 20 |
| Charge at 240 V | 3 hours | ||||
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,850 | US$3,400 | US$3,900 | US$4,100 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,884 | $3,070 | $3,956 | $4,026 | $4,796 |
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 2017 BMW X5
- NHTSA lists 6 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 75 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (17), fuel/propulsion system (15) and engine (12). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V608000 | 2024-08-13 | electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles | BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi... |
| 21V907000 | 2021-11-19 | fuel system, diesel | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV diesel vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module... |
| 21V586000 | 2021-07-29 | fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail. |
| 18V755000 | 2018-10-25 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)... |
| 17V327000 | 2017-05-18 | equipment:other:labels | BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with 21-inch tires, however the Tire Information Label states that the vehicles are equipped with 20-inch tires. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)... |
| 17V189000 | 2017-03-17 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | BMW of North America, Inc. (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 X5 sDrive35i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X5 xDrive40e vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag modules using certain air bag inflators that may not vent properly in the event of a crash necessitating deployment... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the X5
The 2017 BMW X5 and battery service: CarmaCars arranges a trusted shop, and never does the work itself. A slow crank on a cold morning is often the first sign of a tired battery.
Your X5 and the shop
Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. If you have the service history of your X5, have it ready for the shop. The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. It uses the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo and all-wheel drive.
How the arrangement works
The repair is between you and the shop; the rental is with us. You agree everything with the shop before work begins. Tell us when suits you, and whether the car can be driven.
No car? Rent one meanwhile
A rental from us keeps you moving while the shop has your car. Add a rental to the same request as the repair. We hand every car over in person, at your address or at our location.
A short checklist
Ask the shop to explain the repair in plain words before you agree. Ask when the car will be ready and how the shop will tell you. Ask for the work to be listed line by line on the invoice.
Good habits for your car
Have the battery tested before winter if it is more than a few years old. Note the mileage when each service is done, so you know when the next is due. Replace wiper blades when they streak; it matters in rain and snow.
Make a request
Send the car's details and the job, and we take the next step.
Request battery boost
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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