Skid Plates for BMW X Series E53 (2000-2006)

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If your car is lowered, we recommend adding protection to your engine with one of our BMW skid plates, especially If your car has any low hanging critical components like an oil cooler. We make all of our skid plates from thick aluminum for maximum protection.
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ECS Transmission Skid Plate Kit - E53 X5 Non xDrive (99-03)
For Models without xDrive 1999-2003
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T#:15081504
Part#: 008751LA04KT
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Before the label "xDrive" your X5 still had capable all wheel drive but utilized a different transfer case. To ensure all X5's have adequate shielding ECS offers both xDrive and Non xDrive transmission skid plate options!

If you own an X5 this is an essential product to have. We believe all vehicles should have full underbody protection with the way the roads are taken care of. Between animals, pot holes and other road hazards this ECS skid plate not only protects your vehicle but gives you the peace of mind that your vehicle is safe.

For the daily driver at stock height or the enthusiast with a desire for light off-roading. Protect your BMW E53 X5 with the ECS in-house engineered Aluminum Transmission Skid Plate Kit. Constructed from 1/4" (6.35mm) thick 5052 aluminum, this skid plate is sure to stand up to harsh on road and mild off-road conditions that your X5 did not come with from the factory.

PART DESIGN

Precisely designed and engineered in-house with 3D laser scanning for accuracy and perfect fitment

Manufactured in the U.S.A. from high strength 1/4” (6.35mm) 5052 aluminum

Design features protection for the transmission front and rear section

Ground clearance is not affected

KIT CONTENTS

1/4" Aluminum Front Section Skid Plate

1/4" Aluminum Rear Section Skid Plate

Installation Hardware

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

ECS Aluminum Skid Plate Kit was designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by the ECS Research and Development team in Wadsworth, Ohio facility. ECS strives for the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling and rigorous long term product testing.

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E53 Full Armor Package - Engine + Transmission Skid Plate (04-06) ...
For Models With xDrive 2004-2006
affirm Starting At 0% APR - Subject To Eligibility. See Lending Terms
ECS - Corporate Logo
T#:21735894
Part#: 008256LA010KT
In Stock
Sale - Save 20% $ 1,117.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
05-03-2026

$ 894.39 USD
Sale - Save 20%
$ 1,117.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
05-03-2026

$ 894.39 USD

Protect your BMW E53 X5 with our ECS in-house engineered Aluminum Engine and Transmission Skid Plate Kit. Constructed from 1/4" (6.35mm) thick 5052 aluminum our skid plate is sure to stand up to harsh on road and mild off-road conditions that your X5 was not prepared for from the factory.

For the daily driver at stock height or the enthusiast with a desire for light off-roading, our ECS Overland Skid Plates add peace of mind and protection against road debris, rocks and rubbish and other road hazards looking to damage your engine and transmission.

Instead of buying each component separately we combined the engine and skid plates together for an awesome package deal!

PART DESIGN

Precisely designed and engineered in-house with 3D laser scanning for accuracy and perfect fitment

Manufactured in the U.S.A. from high strength 1/4” (6.35mm) 5052 aluminum

Design features protection for the transmission front and rear section

Ground clearance is not affected

KIT CONTENTS

1/4" Aluminum Front Skid Plate

Black Powder Coated Skid Plate Brackets

1/4" Aluminum Front Section Skid Plate

1/4" Aluminum Rear Section Skid Plate

Installation Hardware

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ECS Transmission Skid Plate Kit - E53 X5 xDrive (04-06)
For Models With xDrive 2004-2006
affirm Starting At 0% APR - Subject To Eligibility. See Lending Terms
ECS - Corporate Logo
T#:11726277
Part#: 008751LA01KT
In Stock
Sale - Save 5% $ 713.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
05-03-2026

$ 678.29 USD
Free Shipping
Sale - Save 5%
$ 713.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
05-03-2026

$ 678.29 USD
Free Shipping

If you own an X5 this is an essential product to have. We believe all vehicles should have full underbody protection with the way the roads are taken care of. Between animals, pot holes and other road hazards this ECS skid plate not only protects your vehicle but gives you the peace of mind that your vehicle is safe.

For the daily driver at stock height or the enthusiast with a desire for light off-roading. Protect your BMW E53 X5 with the ECS in-house engineered Aluminum Transmission Skid Plate Kit. Constructed from 1/4" (6.35mm) thick 5052 aluminum, this skid plate is sure to stand up to harsh on road and mild off-road conditions that your X5 did not come with from the factory.

PART DESIGN

Precisely designed and engineered in-house with 3D laser scanning for accuracy and perfect fitment

Manufactured in the U.S.A. from high strength 1/4” (6.35mm) 5052 aluminum

Design features protection for the transmission front and rear section

Bolts on

Ground clearance is not affected

KIT CONTENTS

1/4" Aluminum Front Section Skid Plate

1/4" Aluminum Rear Section Skid Plate

Installation Hardware

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

ECS Aluminum Skid Plate Kit was designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by the ECS Research and Development team in Wadsworth, Ohio facility. ECS strives for the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling and rigorous long term product testing.

Show More Show Less

E53 Full Armor Package - Engine + Transmission Skid Plate - Non xDriv...
For Models without xDrive 1999-2003
affirm Starting At 0% APR - Subject To Eligibility. See Lending Terms
ECS - Corporate Logo
T#:21735895
Part#: 008256LA011KT
In Stock
Sale - Save 40% $ 1,117.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
05-03-2026

$ 670.79 USD
Sale - Save 40%
$ 1,117.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
05-03-2026

$ 670.79 USD

Protect your BMW E53 X5 with our ECS in-house engineered Aluminum Engine and Transmission Skid Plate Kit. Constructed from 1/4" (6.35mm) thick 5052 aluminum our skid plate is sure to stand up to harsh on road and mild off-road conditions that your X5 was not prepared for from the factory.

For the daily driver at stock height or the enthusiast with a desire for light off-roading, our ECS Overland Skid Plates add peace of mind and protection against road debris, rocks and rubbish and other road hazards looking to damage your engine and transmission.

Instead of buying each component separately we combined the engine and skid plates together for an awesome package deal!

PART DESIGN

Precisely designed and engineered in-house with 3D laser scanning for accuracy and perfect fitment

Manufactured in the U.S.A. from high strength 1/4” (6.35mm) 5052 aluminum

Design features protection for the transmission front and rear section

Ground clearance is not affected

KIT CONTENTS

1/4" Aluminum Front Skid Plate

Black Powder Coated Skid Plate Brackets

1/4" Aluminum Front Section Skid Plate

1/4" Aluminum Rear Section Skid Plate

Installation Hardware

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