What is the size of the BMW X5 windshield?
2 Answers
BMW X5's windshield size is 150x80cm. Introduction to the windshield: The windshield was an idea that Ford came up with in the 1920s, sandwiching two pieces of glass together with a layer of PVC plastic in between, creating a type of glass similar to a sandwich. This technology is still in use today. Development of the windshield: As motor vehicles became more common and their speeds increased, wind and small debris hitting the driver's face on the windshield became an increasingly serious problem. To reduce this nuisance, manufacturers added a piece of glass to the vehicle, literally called a windshield. The new windshield made drivers more comfortable but was still insufficient to protect against flying small debris. These initial windshields were made by manually cutting flat glass. Unfortunately, when the glass broke, the flat glass would shatter into large, dangerous sharp fragments, which did not possess the desirable qualities of a windshield.
I've been working in the repair shop for over ten years, and there's really no standard size for the BMW X5 windshield. The old E70 model's glass is about 1.4 meters long and 85 centimeters wide, while the newer G05 model is slightly larger due to cameras and sensors. The most reliable method is to measure the remaining adhesive strip in the car or directly provide the VIN to the dealership for verification. Last year, a customer measured incorrectly and ended up with a windshield that was too short, wasting over 8,000 yuan. Don't just focus on the size; also check if the curvature matches, or you'll end up with wind and water leaks. I recommend going to an authorized dealer for genuine parts—it's more expensive but hassle-free, especially since poorly applied windshield adhesive can be dangerous at high speeds.
