BMW X5 E53 Door Card Front Right O/S Grey Leather Dakota Interior Trim Panel

BMW X5 E53 Door Card Front Right O/S Grey Leather Dakota Interior Trim Panel is an original interior trim panel designed for installation on the front passenger side. As part of the Door cards category, this component helps maintain a consistent cabin appearance, ensures solid mounting for door hardware, and provides an aesthetic surface finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7079846
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7079846
• Substitutable numbers: 51417079846, 7079846, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Grey
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented panel is a factory-spec front right door trim for the BMW X5 E53 model. The construction is designed to work with original door mounts, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with other interior components.

Thanks to its dedicated shape, the door card ensures correct edge alignment with seals, the pillar, and the dashboard, which reduces unwanted vibrations and squeaking while driving.

Material and finish

The panel is made of Grey Dakota leather, which is a popular and durable interior finish for the BMW X5 E53. The leather surface provides a pleasant-to-the-touch, understated cabin character, blending well with other elements in shades of grey and aluminum.

Using leather as an upholstery material makes it easier to keep clean – the surface is resistant to typical operational dirt, and regular maintenance with appropriate products helps maintain a uniform color and structure for longer.

Function within the door structure

The door card in the BMW X5 E53 serves several important technical functions:

• it acts as a cover for the door structure and window guides,
• it provides mounting points for handles, buttons, and control elements,
• it contributes to the sound-insulating layer between the cabin and the outer door skin,
• it visually stabilizes the cockpit line on the passenger side.

A well-matched door card helps maintain the factory character of the interior, which is important both for user comfort and for the vehicle's future value.

Condition and benefits of using original parts

This item comes from the used parts segment, making it a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining original BMW specifications. Choosing an OEM panel allows you to avoid fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements and reduces the risk of unsightly gaps or differences in material shade.

When replacing a single door card, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the color and material with the remaining interior elements so that the whole assembly looks consistent and professional.

Expanding the door area in the BMW X5

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as rear panels, door cards for other sides, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the BMW door cards category.

To better understand how using original used interior components affects the future valuation of the vehicle, it is worth reading our guide: Original used parts vs. car resale value – how not to lose money?.