Car financing: 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.

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10.9 to 16.8 L/100 km
Recalls
18

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BMW X5 of the 2007 to 2013 generation
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo, not one of our cars

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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

2011 BMW X5 powertrains
SpecPowertrain 1Powertrain 2Powertrain 3Powertrain 4
Engine3.0L 6-cylinder turbo3.0L 6-cylinder turbo4.4L 8-cylinder turbo4.4L 8-cylinder turbo
DriveAll-wheel driveAll-wheel driveAll-wheel driveAll-wheel drive
Transmission6-speed automatic8-speed automatic8-speed automatic6-speed automatic
FuelDieselPremium gasPremium gasPremium gas
City12.4 L/100 km14.7 L/100 km16.8 L/100 km19.1 L/100 km
Highway9.1 L/100 km10.2 L/100 km11.6 L/100 km14.0 L/100 km
Combined10.9 L/100 km12.7 L/100 km14.4 L/100 km16.8 L/100 km
CO₂288 g/km291 g/km345 g/km394 g/km
Cost to drive 100 km$16.90$22.23$25.20$29.40

2011 BMW X5: every figure

2011 BMW X5 figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2Powertrain 3Powertrain 4
Displacement3.0 L3.0 L4.4 L4.4 L
Cylinders6688
MPG city (US)19161412
MPG highway (US)26232017
MPG combined (US)22191614
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)26231917
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$4,350US$4,350US$5,150US$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.
2011 BMW X5 recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
23V7070002023-10-20engine and engine cooling:engineBMW 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...
20V0160002020-01-15air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleBMW 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...
20V0170002020-01-15air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator moduleBMW 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,...
19V0170002019-01-14air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleBMW 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...
18V3360002018-05-23engine and engine cooling:engineBMW 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.
18V2480002018-04-18engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/superchargerBMW 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...
18V0300002018-01-09air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleBMW 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,...
17V6830002017-10-30engine 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.
17V1380002017-03-02power train:driveline:driveshaftBMW 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...
16V7460002016-10-17fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpBMW 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...
16V3640002016-05-25air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleBMW 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...
16V3110002016-05-17power train:driveline:driveshaftBMW 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...
16V0710002016-02-05air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator moduleBMW 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,...
14V1760002014-04-10engine and engine cooling:engineBMW 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...
12V5500002012-11-27engine and engine cooling:engine:dieselBMW 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.
11V5210002011-10-20engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/superchargerBMW 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...
11V3320002011-06-23engine and engine cooling:engine:dieselBMW 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.
10V2330002010-06-02equipment:other:labelsBMW 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.

The 2011 BMW X5: before you buy

We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2011 BMW X5 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Thinking about the 2011 BMW X5? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.

Before you sign for the X5

Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. 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.

The figures, translated

It is powered by the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo, with all-wheel drive. It runs on diesel, sold at most highway stations. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.

It is rated 10.9 L/100 km combined: about 33 litres every 300 km. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $50.70 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.

Inside and out

As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.

When the X5 makes sense

It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.

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. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.

Running costs

Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.90 in fuel.

Picking a year and a trim

Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.

Send a request

Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.

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.

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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.

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.

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.