Opening
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and up.
Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening.
Opening from the outside

▷ Press the button on the trunk lid.
▷
Press the button on the remote
control for approx. 1 second.
▷ With Comfort Access the trunk lid opens with no-touch activation.
Opening from the inside
Push the button in the driver's
footwell.
If the vehicle is stationary, the trunk lid opens if it is not locked.
See also:
Self-leveling suspension
The concept
The self-leveling suspension on the rear axle
assures a continuous ground clearance.
To do so, the height of the vehicle is measured
by sensors at both rear wheels.
If the actual he ...
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 22.5 US gallons/85 liters, including the
reserve capacity of approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 liters.
X5 xDrive50i/X6 xDrive50i: reserve capacity of
approx. 3.2 gallons/12 liters.
Refuel promp ...
Children should always be in the rear
Accident research shows that the safest place
for children is on the rear seat.
Transporting children in the rear
Transport children younger than 13 years
of age or shorter than 5 ft/150 cm on ...
