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Reviews homepage -> BMW reviews -> 2008 BMW X5 -> 3.0 sd M Sport technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 146
0-62 mph (seconds): 7.0

Urban mpg: 27.4
Extra urban mpg: 40.4
Combined mpg: 34.4
CO2 (g/km): 216


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4854
Height (mm): 1766
Width (mm): 1933
Wheelbase (mm): 2933
Cargo volume (litres): 620
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 2700
Max. unbraked trailer weight (kg): 750
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 85


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Twin-turbocharged straight-six diesel engine mounted longitudinally in front.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro IV.

Cubic capacity (cc): 2993
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder.
Max. power (bhp): 282
Max. torque (lb.ft): 428 at 1750 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed ZF automatic. xDrive four-wheel drive system.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Double wishbone axle, small, negative steering roll axis with anti-dive geometry.

Rear: Integral axle; anti-squat and anti-dive.

Steering: Power assisted rack and pinion steering.

Turning circle diameter (m): 12.80

Brakes: Single-piston swing-calliper vented disc brakes all round. DSC III includes HDC, DBC, ABS, ASC-X, ADB-X, DTC and Trailer Stability Control.

Wheels: Front: 9J x 19-inch. Rear: 10J x 19-inch. Alloys.

Tyres: Front: 255/50 R19. Rear: 285/45 R19.







 

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