BMW X5 2006 Bahrain Prices & Specs

BMW's American-built 4WD comes in three models in this region, namely the 3.0i with a 6-cylinder engine, the 4.4i with a V8, and the 4.8is with a bigger V8. Debuting in 2000 and receiving a facelift in 2004, the X5 has all-wheel drive without low-range gearing, but does come with ABS and traction control. The 3.0i offers manual and automatic transmissions, but the V8 models only come with an automatic. The automatics do have a manual shift gate, but they are still essentially automatics. Standard on V8s and optional on the 3.0i are load-leveling suspension, leather upholstery, front and rear obstacle detection, and steering-linked xenon headlights. Other available features include adjustable ride-height suspension, heated rear seats, navigation system and sunroof. The X5 is far from an off-roader, but it has built up a reputation for excellent on-road driving dynamics for a 4WD, and has become popular with rich people who like to terrorise other road users with some deft moves. The V8 models drive more like sport wagons rather than any 4WD, though it seems a little pointless when BMW itself has much more capable V8-powered 5-Series wagons in its European stable.