Introduced in 2013, the third-generation BMW X5 F15 enhanced aerodynamic efficiency, reduced kerb weight and delivered a noticeably more compliant, luxurious ride than its predecessor. With an elegant interior, upgraded iDrive with freestanding display and optional third-row seating, it established itself as the consummate premium family cruiser. Preserving its peerless touring manners calls for methodical BMW X5 maintenance, particularly targeting pneumatic suspension and transmission care.
The engine lineup centred on the dependable N57 straight-six diesel (30d, twin-turbo 40d, tri-turbo M50d), the B58 petrol on late models (40i), the N63 V8 (50i) and the pioneering four-cylinder xDrive40e plug-in hybrid. All versions deployed the exemplary ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox. Rear self-levelling air suspension was standard on seven-seat and luxury-package models, while the 40e PHEV incorporated a 9 kWh high-voltage battery beneath the boot floor.
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Garajo prépare votre garage et vous permet ensuite de suivre les maintenances, les rappels et les points à surveiller.
The reassuring points, known weak spots and deadlines you should not let slip.
Service markers for petrol/diesel versions. Exact intervals vary by engine and model year.
Every 10 000 to 15 000 km
Every 1 year
Practical interval, shorter than the manufacturer's Longlife schedule to protect the engine
Every 15 000 km
Every 1 year
Every 30 000 km
Every 2 years
Poids ou puissance élevés : usure des number platettes accélérée sur certaines versions
Timing chain - watch this engine
Known chain wear or stretch: inspection advised, no fixed interval
Every 50 000 km
Every 4 years
Every 100 000 km
Automatic regeneration while driving: regularly do 20 min on a fast road; preventive clean around 100,000 km
Every 80 000 km
Valve that soots up easily on diesels: a preventive clean avoids power loss and limp mode
Service markers for hybrid versions. Oil changes, brakes and system checks need to stay in step.
Every 10 000 km
Every 1 year
Practical interval, shorter than the manufacturer's Longlife schedule to protect the engine
Every 15 000 km
Every 1 year
Every 30 000 km
Every 2 years
Poids ou puissance élevés : usure des number platettes accélérée sur certaines versions
Timing chain - watch this engine
Known chain wear or stretch: inspection advised, no fixed interval
Every 50 000 km
Every 4 years
This generation is available with several powertrains. The consumption figures come from manufacturer data for each version.
Petrol, diesel or LPG versions. The intervals shown cover the usual mechanical jobs.
HEV, MHEV and PHEV versions. They combine petrol/diesel servicing with hybrid-system checks.
Servicing a BMW X5 (F15) sits about 80% above the market average (premium positioning).
Timing chain: no scheduled replacement.
* Indicative estimates for parts and labour.
Compatible engine oil
These links are limited to the engines of this generation when oil data is available.
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