LCI-Style Tail Lights — BMW X5 (E70)
OEM+ Facelift Upgrade — Red or Smoked Housing — Direct-Fit Replacement — 2007–2013
BMW X5 E70 • xDrive30i • xDrive35i • xDrive48i • xDrive50i • X5 M • 2007–2013
The pre-LCI E70 tail lights were functional but visually flat — a simple cluster of red and amber that always looked a generation behind the rest of the car. The LCI facelift updated the rear with a cleaner, more defined light signature that brought the X5 in line with BMW's then-current design direction. These tail lights bring that facelift appearance to every E70, regardless of production year.
Direct-fit replacement using factory mounting points and OE-style connectors. Transfer the halogen bulbs from your existing tail lights into the new housings — a straightforward swap that takes minutes per side. No cutting, no splicing, no adapters. Available in Red (factory-correct) or Smoked (darkened).
2-year warranty from delivery date.
Choose Your Housing
Two finishes. Same LCI-style design, same fitment, same mounting. The difference is purely aesthetic.
Red
Factory-correct.
Matches the OEM LCI colour scheme. Clean daytime integration, defined light signature at night.
Smoked
Darkened presence.
Subdued housing that gives the rear a more contemporary, blacked-out appearance while retaining full light output.
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Engineered to Stay on the Car
Direct-Fit — Factory Mounting Points
Installs using the same mounting hardware and bolt pattern as your factory tail lights. OE-style connectors plug into your existing harness. Transfer your halogen bulbs from the old housings into the new ones — the bulb sockets and positions are identical.
LCI Facelift Design
Replicates the updated light signature BMW introduced with the 2010 E70 LCI facelift — cleaner internal architecture, more defined light guides, and a visual presence that matches the rest of the X5's design language.
Sealed Construction
ABS housings with sealed lens construction. If your original tail lights have developed condensation, cracking, or water damage — one of the most common issues on aging E70 units — these are brand-new housings with intact seals.
2-Year Warranty
Two years of coverage from delivery date.
Installation
A straightforward tail light swap. No bumper removal, no wiring modifications. Allow 30–45 minutes.
- Remove the original tail lights from the factory mounting points (access via the trunk interior).
- Transfer the halogen bulbs from your old tail lights into the corresponding sockets in the new housings.
- Plug the new housings into your factory harness and secure using the OE mounting hardware.
- Test before closing up — verify running lights, brake lights, turn signals, reverse lights, and rear fog (if equipped).
- Reassemble the trunk interior trim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. These are designed for the full E70 production run (2007–2013), including both pre-facelift and facelift models.
Yes. The X5 M shares the same tail light geometry and harness as the standard E70.
Yes. The new housings use the same halogen bulb sockets as your factory tail lights. Transfer the bulbs from your existing units — the positions and fitment are identical, takes a few minutes per side.
The smoked treatment does not reduce light output below the required threshold. That said, tail light regulations vary by region — check your local requirements if you're unsure.
Yes. These are brand-new housings with factory-sealed construction. Replacing aging units with new, sealed housings eliminates condensation and water intrusion entirely.
No. These use OE-style connectors that plug directly into your factory harness. Transfer your bulbs, plug in, test, done.
Yes. Tail light replacement on the E70 is accessible through the trunk interior with basic hand tools. About 30–45 minutes. No lift required.
Technical Specifications
| Design | LCI-style facelift light signature |
|---|---|
| Light Source | Halogen (transfer bulbs from factory tail lights) |
| Housing Options | Red · Smoked |
| Housing Material | ABS + Sealed Lens |
| Compatibility | BMW X5 E70 · All variants incl. X5 M · Pre-LCI & LCI · 2007–2013 |
| Sold As | Pair (Left + Right) |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
OEM Cross-Reference Numbers
| E70 Tail Lights 2007–2013 |
63217227791 · 63217227792 · 63217227793 · 63217227794 · 63217200819 · 63217200820 · 63217295339 · 63217295340 · 63217227789 |
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This list covers the most common OEM references. If your part number isn't shown, send us your VIN and we'll confirm compatibility.