What's your favourite "sports SUV" ?

the X5M is by far my faveourite car in the entire BMW line-up

active roll stabilization has always been amazing on BMWs and any others that employ those active anti-sway bars. I have an X5 50i that is 6+ years old and has done 108K miles and it still makes me smile to drive it.

🤩 Bravo Joe for your insightful, entertaining and balanced videos! It's the in-cabin footage of you pushing the cars that keeps me coming back 😊 Been a fan since your F11 530d touring vid. Still one of my favorites 🎉

THEE MOST well rounded super SUV in my opinion. Performance, comfort, styling, practicality, technology, quirks (I.E. gesture control), touchscreen to buttons ratio, user friendliness…. Its actually everything in one. Fast enough to take on an Urus, practical enough for the whole family. This IS it.

That 0 60 time is nuts for something that heavy! Shame they still haven't sorted the ride quality but at least you weren't bouncing your head off the ceiling like you were in your previous x3 m video! Funnily enough was watching an Alpina documentary recently and one the sets of parts shipped to the alpina factory when they were changing the x5m to an Alpina was the shocks. Another good review Joe.

Your review of the X5 M competition definitely contributed to me getting it. And this video is absolutely spot on. It is a heel of a car!

I've had my 2022 X5MC for going on 6 months now and don't feel it's too stiffly sprung. It's a much better car than my previous 2012 X5M - better performance, nicer interior, more comprehensive suite of apps and electronics. My only complaint is that here in the States we don't get some of the options you get in Europe like the disappearing package screen. Considering that a comparably equipped Porsche Cayenne Turbo costs about $60k more for not much more usable performance, the X5MC is a relative bargain. I'm very happy with mine.

Another great review Joe. Thanks for sharing.

I have a X5M first edition in dark frozen silver, love it. Faster than my SVR and better on fuel. It’s louder and stiffer so not as good on longer journeys but put on the massage seats and your forget about the stiff back. I also love to electric parcel shelf, easy for me to put the buggies and suitcases in the boot.

Great content, fantastic review, please keep them coming Joe.

I am glad you said that about the motorway nervousness. I really struggle with my M4 on a motorway keeping it in a straight line and thought it was me.

Great video. The X5M is the motoring equivalent of a bumblebee. It shouldn’t be able to do the things it does but it somehow does. Amazing car 🔥

Another great one. Thanks !

Another great review Joe!

Have owned a 2013 E70 X5 35d for seven years and absolutely love it. It honestly still handles like a sports car even at 10 years old. She now has over 220,000 km on it and I would be happy to put on another 200,000...although, they seem to have perfected this 2023 M aaaand there might be an impulse purchase in my future.

Joe, Hello from the USA. Recently found your reviews and I’m thoroughly impressed. Bravo!

Yet another great review!

Great content. Nice work! I love my X5

Great video thanks - what a car! I’d love to see a review on the x3 m40d - not the same league I know but I’m loving mine. All the best - thanks again 👍

Can't believed you mentioned Audi RS when benchmarking engine sound instead of Mercedes AMG which we all know makes the best sounding engines amongst the Germans, especially V8 guise!

A huge fan of your channel all the way from South Africa 🇿🇦

100%. Love my F85 and with a little tweaking they are ballistic and will do everything you ever need!

great review as always and I agree this spec is perfect

Just got mine 3 weeks ago, love it!

That 0 - 60 time is bonkers!!! Stunning car.

Well Joe. BMW and Michelin will keep feeding you awesome gear because you do such a fantastic job of displaying their top notch engineering. Great video; thanks for taking us on that ride!

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Great car with a "GOD TIER" watch as always Joe ;)

You still have the best fly by shots on KZfaq!🔥🔥🔥

Another great review Joe. I was a passenger in one of these recently, v impressive and yes the dash is great. The updated version...not so much

This very X5M in question and certainly, the X3M LCI. If only hardwork truly paid...🥲

Looked like it nearly wheelied 😮👏👍😀 that is some machine, great review Joe.👏👍😀 It does seem that many BMW models are compromised on the ride comfort these days, not sure they have the balance right, we all know what UK roads are like!

Really impressed with that, parcel shelf Remover.. Like the seats in this X5M. Reminds me of those cyborgs in the Bjork vid..

Awesome Video as always Joe - loved watching it. I’ve actually owned an X5MC since October 2020 and looking forward to the LCI or even better the 750bhp hybrid version that surely will come out soon. I’ve done 16k miles so far in this one though and have to say that the ride whilst firm due to the springs, the quality of the dampers means the ride isn’t as harsh as it could be. It’s actually pretty similar to my GT4 ride quality wise and the trade off is spectacular handling ability. It’s a truly special car and I’ve loved every mile in it, it’s done trips to France and Switzerland skiing, as well as surfing down in Cornwall and it handles 3 kids, dogs and ski/surf equipment in a top box with aplomb whilst feeling like you are driving a car shot through with greatness.

Amazing video as always man! Love that car. Had so much fun riding along through the Ring in april!!

Nice work fella

Amazing beast ! 😈 What an absolute rocket !! 🚀🚀🔥🔥

I'm getting this car for the wife. Took her to a BMW dealership a month or two back. She absolutely loved it.

When the car sounds better inside then out lol. Got to love what BMW did with the exhaust note modification inside the cabin.

Great review Joe! Love that SUV! I wish they could offer a hitch like they do in the M50i version. Just so I could occasionally mount my bike rack or tow a small boat / trailer.

Always love your reviews, Joe. Quality never lets up. As for the X5M, I gotta say the styling has aged well, at least to my eyes. Maybe it's because the grille is relatively restrained, compared to some of the newer offerings (I'm looking at you, XM 😃). Edit: Joe, when do you think you'll get to do a test of the M4 CSL?

Awesome review joe! Love bmw and I’m really considering buying this model or waiting for the LCI model. #sydney#australia#joe#achilles

This review pretty much applies to the X3m comp. I have the lci and it’s epic, true LH mind bending abilities, yet I can stick the dogs in the boot when I need. The down sides are less harsh, the mpg is pretty reasonable- often see 30 + on a run when not pressing on too hard, ride us actually pretty decent, m SUV’s are simply brilliant if you need an all in one car.

Excellent review Joe, as always. My favourite sports suv is the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT🙂

Even as a cayenne owner. I have to say this is an amazing looking machine.

Hi Joe absolutely love your channel - bought an X3 M40i because of your videos :) But this X5M looks fire too, love the stitching on the doors too. Question: what's that watch you're wearing ?

Just bought one Joe in Marina Bay blue with ultimate pack, had an Svr before this which sounded better than the X5M but everything else about the M is better, and it’s weapons grade fast

The “unfortunately” had me dying hahahaha😂😂😂

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what a massive unit!

I’m stuck between getting a M3 X5M comp because they are stunning to look at OR a 750i because I love comfort and ride quality of course price is another major factor. Which would you choose if you can only pick 1?

whats more expensive the monthly payment or fuel bill?

How would you compare it to Cayenne GTS that you’ve tested some time ago?

nice video!

I absolutely love mine (US spec) just wish I had those roads to enjoy it on I’m tempted to rock up at a track day and everyone think it’s just an SUV then cream everyone on the track - it’s that good!

The MPG is not a big deal for me because there other vehicles with less power that has worse fuel economy but I agree with everything else you said. It is a great SUV but it has some tiny issues. Sometimes I’d like a more relaxed ride , especially on rough roads. Also the bolstered seats makes getting in and out a little uncomfortable but overall I love the car and right now there isn’t anything else I’d rather have from any manufacturer. Great video.

Joe, your the bollocks, when it comes to BMW!!!!!

nice review, where was it shot? Looks like Germany?

Honestly would take the stiff ride. I love these.

Joe, were those 0-60 or 0-62 times? With or without a 1ft rollout offset? Great video.

What a weapon❤

how do you get the tv's on the back of the seats?

Have my eyes deadset on this for my next car. Will need to get saving though 😬 🤣

hehe love the dust writing.....

That's FAST

That's a spaceship and I love how it sounds

Very nice.

Looks a great car

Amazing car my dealer at boston lent me one and there are amazing but i cannot afford one so I’m more than happy with my 340i tourer which is amazing, well done BMW KEEP IT UP 😊

People just cant get their mind wrapped around the fact the BMW reached beyond the break of the rope in making something big, powerful and fast! They keep saying it shouldn't be or this can't be happening. Wasn't Hulk big, powerful and fast? Believe it !! Sports car have plenty of competition now. You don't have to squeeze into something low and fast anymore and then have to crawl out of it. You can be comfortable, dust your opponent and then drive to Starbucks, get out with ease, and go sit down and have a cup of coffee with no after effects of pain! I'll have one shortly!! BMW- The Ultimate Driving Machine!

Test drove the ‘24 this weekend. It’s brilliant! Friends want me to get the ‘23 Audi RS6. But the Bimmer is the Winner. Agree?

Joe any news/updates on the upcoming 2024 X5, X6, and X4 models?

Base catalogue prices in Germany in € X5 M Comp. ~149k X3 M40i ~75k New M2 manual ~73k So my favorite BMW SUV is the X3 M40i with the M2 package😜

The one I can afford to buy and own. The one in the video is aspirational.

Hey Joe, I am just wondering what's the reasonable fast Joe BTG time with this car? As lap timing of course not allowed at TF public sessions, could we please have an onboard later on...for a rough estimation at least? I can't believe that you could have stayed away from the public session when the circumstances (agenda, etc.) allowed to drive...🤔😁😉 Have a good weekend! Cheers Marton

I know you are not a fan of the x6M competition, but would you review the latest one, 2023? would love your thoughts on the performance.

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Hey Joe.. I thought that the 2023 M series cars had the 50th M anniversary BMW badging on the hood and trunk? The car you're showing doesn't have them... any reason why? thanks man.. keep up the killa vids

Best looking suv ever 😍

£131,000. That's insane!

Hi Joe, any rattles in the cabin? Thanks for the video.

With enough power, weight and drag can be overcome. It's quite possible the X5MC makes more power than the M5C.

Just wondering what your M3 delivers when it comes to mpg... 25-28?

love the casio,try Casio G-Shock GMW Titanium Virtual Armour Limited Edition GMW-B5000TVB-1ER

For the X3MC, I find the suspension in Sport is the most comfortable - it seems to dampen a lot of the sideway jostling on the bumpy Chicago roads. BMW needs to figure out how to make a Comfort setting that is actually comfortable...

Matt Watson at car wow would blow up seeing that parcel shelf trick 😂

Had bmw x5 40d M. Super practical car. On the good quality road amazing on the bad one not so much. Suspension super hard even in comfort settings (adaptive Suspension). Bought new 2021 7 series instead, comfort on the motorway like heaven, on normal roads still amazing but on the bad roads suspension makes to much noise (still quite but audi a8 is better ). Bought for my Misses bmw 530d xdrive 2019 and I love it(she loves it to). It should be my Misses car but I drive non stop. Is hard with out being uncomfortable and I comfortable with out being wobbly. Hard to describe. It takes all road services so well and it is on 20 inch wheels. And 30d has so much torque. I'm amazed. Yet 730d mild hybrid is faster or it feels faster in the straight line. Bmw makes some great cars.

I'm 16. I have a bmw x5 2017 rn. I have started 2 companies because i'm a software programmer and hope that in 2 years I'm able yo afford this.

Amazing motor, bit pricey but just perfection.

For me is the most beautiful car. And hopefully I'll have it some day. ❤

How does it compare to Cayenne Turbo?

G’day Joe, my X5 M50i is averaging 11.9 litres/ 100km on country road Australia since delivery 2 years ago. It’s bloody quick so I don’t think an X5m comp is necessary. Air suspension is however necessary and makes a big difference to comfort. I am going to take mine to have the steering alignment checked following your observation concerning steering feel. The rear storage area blind mechanism is the best party trick I’ve had on any of my cars and was well worth AU$800 spend.

The ride quality is not just reserved for the M cars, day to day driving it gets tedious on British roads with mine

Turbo, great on road and can really go off road with locking diff.

Btw I like your sweatshirt!

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