Ultimate Driving SUV? You bet. In the rarified world of insanely- powerful 4x4s, it’s still the crazy-fast BMW X5 for sale, that defy logic and physics in their ability to crush pavement. How else can it be that a 5,300-pound mud-plugger can scorch from zero-to-60 mph in an insane four seconds flat, and treat 150 mph like other sport-utes treat 50? We can’t emphasize enough about the X5 twin turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8 powerhouse which, more important than its horsepower output, can unleash 500 lb-ft of twist from as low as 1,500 rpm. Yes, its six-speed auto is looking a little past its sell-by date when Porsche’s Turbo Cayenne comes with eight gears and Merc’s new ML63 offers seven. Nevertheless, it’s the whole package of engine, tranny, chassis, suspension and a myriad of performance aids that come together to deliver the best 4x4 by far.

The X5 delivers luxury, performance, and utility in ample amounts. At just over two tons, the luxury SUV is capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph in four seconds, thanks to its 4.4-liter twin turbocharged 567 horsepower V8. If you need to tow your M3 to the track, you have 553 pound-feet of torque between 2,200 and 5,000 rpm, and an intelligent all-wheel-drive system. Inside you will find 16 Bang & Olufsen speakers, and rear passengers are treated to 9.2-inch screens with wireless headphones. The X5 and X6 are assembled in Greer, South Carolina. Their quality speaks for itself.

X5 Specs

• Price: $91,900


• Engine: 4.4-liter twin turbo V8


• Horsepower: 560


• Torque: 500 lb-ft


• 0–60: 4.0 seconds


• Top Speed: 155 mph


• Transmission: 7-speed dual clutch automatic

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