BMW X5
✓Smooth-running engine options
✓plush cabin
✓plenty of modern tech features.
✗Athleticism takes a back seat in this BMW
✗upgrading to the V-8 requires a hefty outlay of cash
✗no third-row option.
BMW X5 - Common Problems →Mazda CX-5
✓High reliability even after many years and frequent servicing
✓Excellent ride comfort even on rough roads
✓Relatively straightforward maintenance for an imported vehicle
✓Strong and reliable 2.5-liter engine with decent acceleration
✗High maintenance costs compared to similar locally available vehicles
✗Slow response to software issues in multimedia systems
✗Rear passenger cabin relatively cramped compared to competitors
