jonnie 
2002 BMW X5 SUV 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Take a long test drive
 Purchased the X5 because it had the 
most headroom of any of the BMWs.  
Found the seats very uncomfortable and 
after a few 1000 miles, can confirm the 
criticism that the car lacks storage 
space.  (The twin cup holder in the 
center console, which holds one cup of 
coffee, is a joke as demonstrated by 
the fact that there is now an after-
market cup holder being sold for the 
X5.) Airbag light came on after 2,000 
miles but am optimistic problem will be 
easily solved.
Make certain you are comfortable with 
an SAV that is for carrying passengers, 
not stuff.