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2008 X5 Base Sport Utility Safety Ratings

This Cnvrt Cab Short was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.
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2008 BMW X5 Base Sport Utility Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)

Rollover Resistance Rating Static Stability Factor Dynamic Test
n/a n/a n/a

Crash Test Ratings

Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side 5 of 5 Front Occupant 5 of 5
Passenger's Side 4 of 5 Rear Occupant 5 of 5

Crash Test Data

Frontal Impact Head Injury Criterion Chest Deceleration Femur Load
Driver's Side 405 HIC 41g 93lbs | 700lbs
Passenger's Side 574 HIC 48g 754lbs | 52lbs
Side Impact Thoratic Trauma Index Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant 20 19
Rear Occupant 22 27

2008 X5 Base Sport Utility Safety Features

• Electronic Stability Control• 4-Wheel ABS• Traction Control
• Child Seat Lower Anchorage• Pretensioner• Energy Management Feature
• Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt• Advanced Air Bag Features• Side Airbag - Front
• Head Airbag - Front• Rear Seat Head Restraint• Dynamic Head Restraint
• Trunk Release• Tire Pressure Monitor
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