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In this article, we’ll take a look at the dimensions of BMW X5’s optional third-row seating, as well as other vehicles that you might consider purchasing instead.

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What is the BMW X5’s 3rd row like?

When you add the optional third row to the BMW X5, this vehicle can seat up to seven people in total, with two of those passengers riding in the very back of the car.

While you don’t have to get your X5 with third-row seating, it is a good option for drivers who tend to need more space for passengers than they need for cargo. If you want this optional third row in your BMW, you’ll need to opt for either the

BMW X5 sDrive40i

or the

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Space and comfort

Of course, just because your car has third-row seating doesn’t necessarily mean it’s comfortable. So, what can you expect from your BMW’s third row?

To give you a better idea of the amount of space you’ll have in the back, here’s a comparison of the front, second, and third-row seating in your X5:

Third row: 31.2 inches of legroom, 34.9 inches of headroom

Second row: 37.4 inches of legroom, 38.7 inches of headroom

First row: 39.8 inches of legroom, 40.7 inches of headroom

In plain terms: the third row is pretty cramped, particularly for adults and older children who need more legroom and headroom. The backseat might work for young children but once your family starts to grow up, you might run into some seating problems.

In short, the BMW third-row seating isn’t really designed for daily use—especially not by adult passengers. Instead, it’s a handy feature if you’ll be adding an unexpected passenger or two for a short trip.

If you want a little more space in the back of your car, you might consider some of the other vehicles on the market:

Model	Starting price	Third row legroom	Third row headroom	Total passenger volume
Toyota Highlander	$37,070	27.7 inches	36.1 inches	141.3 cubic feet
Acura MDX	$49,050	35.6 inches	28.1 inches	132.7 cubic feet
Chevrolet Traverse	$34,895	33.48 inches	38.21 inches	157.3 cubic feet
Buick Enclave	$43,895	33.5 inches	37.62 inches	157.3 cubic feet
Kia Telluride	$34,685	31.4 inches	38.1 inches	157.1 cubic feet
Audi Q8	$70,800	29.2 inches	35.9 inches	-
Volvo XC90	$50,900	31.9 inches	36.3 inches	103.8 cubic feet
Dodge Durango	$38,590	33.5 inches	37.8 inches	141 cubic feet

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Is the BMW X5 good for big families and long trips?

If you’re looking for a spacious vehicle with lots of seating, the BMW X5 might not be the right choice for you. However, there are still some features that make the X5 a good family car:

It has great vehicle safety and

car crash test

ratings.

It has lots of cargo space, particularly if you opt not to add the optional third row.

It’s also worth noting that BMWs can be expensive to repair, though. This is in part because BMWs are luxury cars and therefore require much more specific parts, but also because BMWs require more repairs than the average vehicle. Since it has a poor reliability rating, the BMW X5 might not be the best option for a family road trip.

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How to find affordable car insurance for your BMW

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