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  BMW X5 When the BMW X5 burst on to the scene more than two decades ago, it kicked off the craze for sportier SUVs that felt more like saloons than off-roaders to drive. By sacrificing some ruggedness and rock-climbing ability, you could have sharper handling, improved ride comfort and a smarter interior. Indeed, with the X5, BMW changed the face of the luxury SUV landscape overnight. The model went on to dominate sales charts (as well as the Best SUV category at our annual Car of the Year awards). Unsurprisingly, it didn’t take long for rival manufacturers to respond. The Volvo XC90 joined the crowd first, bringing with it seven seats as standard. Then the Range Rover Sport came along, offering a triple threat: sportiness, luxury and proper off-roading abilities. Later, the Audi Q7 impressed us with its blend of seven-seat versatility, remarkable comfort and a truly classy interior. Under pressure from such talented rivals, this fourth-generation version of the BMW X5 has its wor...