BMW X5

The BMW X5 xDrive 3.0i has the distinction, according to auto journalists, of being the best handling SUV in the world. With the X5, BMW have done what most other manufacturers can only dream of doing – to produce a large 5/7 seat SUV with the handling capabilities of a good sports sedan. According to Edmunds.com "The 2009 BMW X5 is simply one of the best-handling mid size luxury SUVs you can buy." The 2009 model BMW X5 xDrive 3.0i has a raft of improvements over the award winning previous model. Some of the highlights include; Comfort access (keyless entry and starting of the vehicle), third row rear seat (for the first time the X5 has a 7 seat capability), SIRIUS Satellite Radio, iPod/iPhone USB Integrated System. The BMW X5 xDrive 3.0i comes close to perfection in almost every area, perhaps the only negative points, are the public perception of the brand, which is frequently associated with "aggressive" or "flashy" personality types, and of course the price. BMW vehicles have never been cheap; however the real world running costs are reasonable due to high residual values. For 2009/2009 model years, BMW is offering zero cost maintenance and BMW Assist™ Safety Plan for first four years or 40,000 miles.