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No two exhaust systems are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
No — the E53 (2000–2006) and E70 (2007–2013) are completely different generations with different platforms, engine configurations, and exhaust routing, so parts are not interchangeable. Even if a section looks similar in diameter, the mounting points, lengths, and sensor positions will differ. Always source exhaust parts matched to the correct generation.
The E70 ran from 2007 to 2013 with a facelift arriving in 2010, and while the fundamental platform carried over, exhaust fitment depends primarily on engine code rather than the facelift date itself. For most engine variants the under-body pipework is the same across pre- and post-facelift E70s, but confirm with the breaker against your registration and engine code before buying, as sensor positions and rear silencer outlets can vary.
The F15 (2013–2018) replaced the E70 and is a different generation entirely, so exhausts are not a straight swap. Engine codes, emissions standards, and underbody geometry differ significantly between the two generations. Source parts specific to your generation and engine code.
For the BMW X5, trim levels such as SE, Sport, M Sport, and xLine do not affect exhaust fitment — what matters is the engine code, fuel type (diesel or petrol), and the emissions era of the vehicle. You may find cosmetic differences in the rear valance or the style of the tailpipe finishers between trims, so check whether the exit tips are included with the system you're buying. Match by engine code and registration, not by trim badge.
The F15 generation ran from 2013 to 2018, so both years sit within the same generation, which is a good starting point. However, 2017 falls under stricter Euro 6 emissions requirements compared to earlier F15 models, and catalytic converter or DPF compatibility across that boundary is strong confirm-with-breaker territory — check the specific engine code and Euro standard with the breaker against your registration before purchasing.
No — petrol and diesel exhaust systems are engineered differently, with diesel systems requiring a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and associated pipework that petrol variants do not have. Fitting the wrong fuel type's system could cause immediate running problems and would likely result in an MOT failure. Always match the exhaust to your exact fuel type and engine code.