2007 BMW X5 – Third row seat

Most notable among the design changes for 2007 is the X5's new optional third row seat, which bumps total passenger capacity up to seven. It's suitable only for kids or small adults, and despite the inclusion of a second row passenger seat that slides and tilts forward for easier access as well as an overhead grab handle, one that requires some finagling to reach. Our five-foot-eight-inch editor had enough head room, but was rubbing his knees against the second row's hard seatback. However, he did praise the third row for its contoured shape and sufficient padding, not to mention the adjustable headrests and small armrests.