Example carTowing for a 2018 BMW X5
Towing for the 2018 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 14.2 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 2018 BMW X5 for towing
- Body: standard sport utility vehicle (EPA size class).
2018 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 | 20 |
| 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$5,000 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,884 | $3,070 | $3,956 | $4,026 | $4,970 |
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 2018 BMW X5
- NHTSA lists 5 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 73 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (15), engine (11) and fuel/propulsion system (11). 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... |
| 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. |
| 18V652000 | 2018-09-20 | equipment:electrical | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable... |
| 18V439000 | 2018-06-28 | suspension:front:control arm:lower arm | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break. |
| 17V727000 | 2017-11-17 | suspension | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the X5
For a tow on the 2018 BMW X5, a trusted shop does the work and CarmaCars arranges it, with a rental if you need one. Tell us where the car is, where it should go, and whether the keys are with it.
Before the shop sees your X5
Bring the owner's manual or service records if you have them. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. The shop may ask for the VIN to order the right parts. The 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo does the work, through an 8-speed automatic.
Who does what
We follow up until the shop has the car booked in. You agree the price with the shop before any work starts. Tell us when suits you, and whether the car can be driven.
A car while yours is in the shop
Keep the rental as long as the repair takes. Keep moving with a rental while the shop has your car, by the day at our usual rates. Delivery starts at $75 plus distance; collecting the car yourself is free.
Talking to the shop
Ask for a written estimate before any work starts. Ask when the car will be ready and how the shop will tell you. Ask how the shop will contact you if it finds something unexpected.
Good habits for your car
Follow the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual, by time or distance. If the car pulls to one side, ask the shop to check the alignment and the tires. Clear snow off the whole car, roof included, before you drive.
Want a price?
One request: the job, the car, and whether you need a rental meanwhile.
Request towing
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.
Rent a car while yours is in in Toronto
We have no car while yours is in on the site right now. Request one and we look for it for your dates, or take a similar car that is available now.
Similar cars available now
- Example car
Checking tomorrow…
Representative photoChecking tomorrow…
Representative photoChecking tomorrow…
Representative photoChecking tomorrow…
Representative photoChecking tomorrow…
Representative photoChecking tomorrow…
Want this exact car?
Tell us your dates and we look for a car while yours is in for you. Nothing is booked or charged.