2020 BMW X5 review – why it's such an impressive luxury SUV | What Car?

The original BMW X5 was a game changer - but is the latest fourth-generation model just as exceptional? It's got a plush interior, loads of tech and a great selection of engines, but it also has a lot of outstanding rivals up against it. Watch our in-depth video review to find out just how good it is.

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[robertw.]

I took delivery of the new X3 G01 last year August. I love the car, and as I've been leasing BMWs since 2006, have got used to all the iDrive functions. Now, I can operate any of the functions without looking at or using the touch screen. Very intuitive and definately the best on the market at the moment. Love you r style of reporting 👍

[NeillyVille]

This new X5 is the best luxury SUV in my opinion. Great review by Doug. Keep making more videos of him!

[TheMystro]

BMW invented this category and now owns it again with the new G05 X5. I drove all the new luxury SUV’s, the X5 is more cutting edge tech with unbelievable opulence yet still drives like a BMW athlete. BMW upped their build quality so much over the last generation X5, you hardly can believe it’s the same vehicle.

[Bongz]

You would swear the Q7 is the only rival for the X5

[nojetlagsash]

Correction to your statement regarding all wheel steering: at low speed makes the rear wheels turn in the OPPOSITE direction to the front wheels and at higher speeds, over 80km/h in the SAME direction as the front wheels

[madsquad]

I just got the 2019 x5 50i man I love that suv it’s very underrated very happy with my choice

[larryn]

I have one and it’s the best vehicle I’ve ever owned!

[imgriizzly]

My friend has the q7. Air suspension had a problem in 8k miles had to change it. It was covered under warranty but he had his car in service for 4 weeks.

[nigelsmith]

To the people who have notice the bonnet not fitting correctly, you are correct. I own this car and the bonnet catch needed adjusting

[rashiksharar]

Audi fanboy forgot to close the bonnet properly.

[ImJoshehh]

Having to pay for Apple Car Play after 1 year is actually laughable.

[alanwayte]

Gosh Audi Q7 fan Audi is just like a estate car its so low to sit in..., X5 has far better seating height...oh I own an Audi Q7 and have just test driven BMW X5

[jtomtl]

If I want largest cargo space, I will get a truck, driving experience and seating space are the most important for luxury SUV

[ptvfr]

Split tailgate is great idea, all manufacturers should at least offer it as an option, if you always have dogs in the back like I do, it stops them trying to get out as soon as the door starts to lift.

[Wellnessinspire]

Absolutely brilliant review, very informative and detailed - thoroughly enjoyed watching :)

[MrJSTNJ]

A really nice update from the last generation, but I just keep hearing “this costs extra” “that cost extra”... surly BWM knows how to make money alright.

[victorlazo]

There seems to be a weird gap between the headlights and the bonnet.

[xudongzhang]

Just in case you didn’t know, drivers assistant will be unavailable or reduced in heavy rainy day. Usually happens at night.

[blazzigante]

At low speed rear wheels turn in opposite direction not the same as front ones.

[santana]

Best sports suv going (need to swap out my q7)