Nice one. Thanks. Yearly 5k is fine but it wont stay at 5k i think. Tyres need replacement every 2 years approximately. Battery as well. 2 or 3 years max. And other standard tears like brake pads or gearbox oil etc. I think one should expect rm7-10k maintenance cost average. Rm5k minimum.

But it still worth having X5.

I think 5 series won't cost this much to maintain, right?

Highly subjective. Common issues associated with E60s are gearbox solenoids & mechantronics (about RM5k), Active Steering (about RM8k), aircond cooling coil/compressor (within RM3k) etc. Tires are minimum 17" (but 18" looks much better). Engine-wise the M54 is pretty much bullet-proof except maybe the VANOS seals. High milleage ones you probably need to start overhaul the cooling system as well (various hoses, pumps & radiator).

All-in-all, used BMWs are not cheap to maintain if you got yourself a bad unit which previous owner did not maintain properly. Hence, the rule of thumb whenever getting a used continental is always ensure full service records and low milleage (genuine). And like what others have mentioned, never ever get one without sending the car for proper computer diagnostic/scanning for various error codes (historical & present ones).

e60 tires cost me rm2k each..... battery can last 5-6 years!! one of my reverse sensor had to be changed due to accident... RM400....

e60 comfort seat are the most comfy I tried so far..... 12 way adjustable...

My 9 years old E60 Japan spec never bring a problem to me.Just sent it for regular service only

Thanks all for sharing your valuable experiences. I've decided to go for E60. Poll results were important.

But like most suggested, never ever buy without having proper computerized diagnosis.

Thanks again.