In short. Rent a BMW X5 30d M Sport in Lyon: power 298 hp, 0-100 km/h 6.1 s, top speed 233 km/h, seats 5; from €300 per day; insurance included · 24/7 support.
Updated 17 October 2026
The car
About this car in Lyon
Tain-l'Hermitage, about an hour south of Lyon, sits beneath the granite hill of Hermitage, one of the great red wines of the Rhône, and is home to Valrhona, whose Cité du Chocolat lets visitors taste and learn how fine chocolate is made.
The X5 30d is a relaxed family car for the day: a 298-horsepower diesel six, xDrive, five seats and room for five medium bags plus a small one.
Alpine slopes between November and March? Ask about winter tyres.
- Hermitage and the Cité du Chocolat
- A diesel X5
Specifications
Technical details
- Engine
- 3.0 6 cilindri in linea Twin-Turbo Diesel
- Power
- 298 hp
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h
- 6.1 s
- Top speed
- 233 km/h
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Seats
- 5
- Luggage
- 5 Medium + 1 Small
- Winter tyres
- Yes
Conditions
Rental conditions
- Security deposit
- €4,000 How the security deposit works
- Included mileage
- 150 km per day
- Extra km
- €3/km
- Minimum driver age
- 21 years
- Driving licence
- Min. 2 years
- Cancellation
- Free up to 5 days before pickup
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In the city
Drives from Lyon, the best months and when to book
Suited to this car
- The Three Valleys from Lyon (about 190 km from Lyon): The A43 towards Chambéry and Albertville, then the Tarentaise to Courchevel, Méribel and Val Thorens; in the mountains in winter, winter tyres or chains are required.
Best months for this car
Snow is rare in Lyon, but in January snow or icy mornings can happen: with an all-wheel-drive SUV they are less of a worry.
- Jan: Recommended
- Feb: Good
- Mar: Good
- Apr: Good
- May: Good
- Jun: Good
- Jul: Good
- Aug: Good
- Sept: Good
- Oct: Good
- Nov: Good
- Dec: Good
When to book early
- Festival of Lights – December · High demand: book early
Calendar checked in September 2026. Exact dates change every year: check them on the event's website.
Where to take delivery
- Airport: Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) – about 25 km from the centre
- Private aviation: Lyon-Bron (LYN) – about 10 km from the centre
- Station: Lyon Part-Dieu – in the centre
- Station: Lyon Perrache – in the centre
- Or wherever you want: hotel, villa, marina or any address
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cité du Chocolat?
Valrhona's visitor centre in Tain-l'Hermitage.
Can I take delivery of the BMW X5 30d M Sport at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS)?
Yes: at Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS), about 25 km from the centre; at Lyon-Bron (LYN); or at your hotel or villa in Lyon. You set the place and the time when you book.
How much luggage fits in the BMW X5 30d M Sport?
Space for 5 medium and 1 small cases, with 5 seats. Room for the luggage of a family or a group for a week.
What are the requirements to rent this model?
To rent this model you need to be at least 21 years, hold a driving licence for at least 2 years, and present an ID and a credit card in the driver's name for the €4,000 security deposit. 150 km per day are included. Cancellation: free up to 5 days before pickup.
What are the main features of the BMW X5 30d MSport?
The BMW X5 30d MSport is powered by a 3.0 6 cilindri in linea Twin-Turbo Diesel engine producing 298 hp, goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 s, reaches 233 km/h. Automatic transmission, 4x4 drivetrain, diesel engine, 5 seats, 5 Medium + 1 Small luggage capacity.
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Compare with similar cars in Lyon
| Model | Power | 0–100 km/h | Seats | Luggage | Drive | Roof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X5 30d M Sport (this car) | 298 hp | 6.1 s | 5 | 5 medium + 1 small | All-wheel | Fixed |
| Land Rover Defender 110 | 250 hp | 8.3 s | 5 | 5 medium | All-wheel | Fixed |
| Land Rover Defender 110 7-Seater | 250 hp | 8.3 s | 7 | 5 medium | All-wheel | Fixed |
| Land Rover Defender 110 D200 X-Dynamic SE | 200 hp | 10.2 s | 5 | 786 L | All-wheel | Fixed |
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