Alpine535Msport wroteAnd it's obviously a full-blown AMG version here or at least an AMG Line, it remains to be seen how bland the base version will look. I do like the wheel arch finishers that are thicker and bolder than on the X5 though.That GLE has nothing typing wise on the new G05 X5. It looks a lot like the first generation ML with the rear end of something like a Lexus RX.
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advantage20 wroteThe single bar grille is likely the GLE53, an AMG-line model, but not the future full-blown GLE63. Spy shots here: http://www.motortrend.com/news/spied-mercedes-benz-gle-class-reveals-new-look/And it's obviously a full-blown AMG version here or at least an AMG Line, it remains to be seen how bland the base version will look. I do like the wheel arch finishers that are thicker and bolder than on the X5 though.
Edit: The W167 GLE is now predicted to debut at the LA Auto Show, which starts November 30 this year,
GregW / Oregon wroteYou are right about the grille, hardcore AMGs now get the vertical slats grille while soft AMGs get the single (but hollow/doubled) horizontal bar grille (previously used on full AMGs). I just assumed that this seemed like the most aggressive front bumper possible i.e. GLE63 while the GLE53 would get the toned down AMG Line bumper (just like the M50i X5 will get the M Sport bumper, not the full M bumper), but we'll see. It will be an interesting showdown for sure.The single bar grille is likely the GLE53, an AMG-line model, but not the future full-blown GLE63. Spy shots here: http://www.motortrend.com/news/spied-mercedes-benz-gle-class-reveals-new-look/
https://www.bmw.de/content/dam/bmw/marketDE/bmw_de/new-vehicles/pdf/combined-catalogs/G05_Preisliste_218_online_01.pdf.asset.1528297179479.pdf
darksilkx1 wroteGreat thanks!
x5mannn wroteTesting? This thread has gone quiet. Come on all you sleuths. Get us some information. Thanks I’ll standby and listen.Great thanks!
neliconcept wroteha... I love my lr4 landmark which is my other car.agreed, this ####s all over the f15 and it's not even close. I'm an e70 owner and the e70 is starting to look real dated now. Love this and would own one but can't afford brand new and the fact that you can have air suspension with height adjustments makes me want this also. I'm considering a 2016 LR4 landmark over an x5 because of offroad ability. new X5 should probably close the gap.
wjakridgeii wroteLol...x5mannn wroteTesting? This thread has gone quiet. Come on all you sleuths. Get us some information. Thanks I’ll standby and listen.Great thanks!
It's going to be a long quiet two months for the ordering guide/pricing to be released if the G05 rollout is anything like last year with the G01 introduction.
I was at my dealer this morning getting recalls checked on my X3 M40i and they did order their HEA G05s. Ordering guide was still blocked however.
Polo08816 wroteRated capacity for the F15 models is 5,952 lbs., I believe. G05:Anyone know what the tow rating of the G05 X5 is going to be versus the F15 X5?
F15 X5 xDrive35i - 4,735 lb.
G05 X5 xDrive40i - 4,813 lb.
+78 lb
F15 X5 xDrive50i - 5,095 lb.
G05 X5 xDrive50i - 5,170 lb.
+75 lb.
GregW / Oregon wroteAnd that's despite the switch to the CLAR lightweight platform which is the main reason why the F15's life cycle was significantly shorter than normal, right?Sad to see the weight has gone up, rather than down.
F15 X5 xDrive35i - 4,735 lb.
G05 X5 xDrive40i - 4,813 lb.
+122 lb
F15 X5 xDrive50i - 5,095 lb.
G05 X5 xDrive50i - 5,170 lb.
+75 lb.
GregW / Oregon wroteSmall quibble, the first weight jump is 78 lbs, not 122.Sad to see the weight has gone up, rather than down.
F15 X5 xDrive35i - 4,735 lb.
G05 X5 xDrive40i - 4,813 lb.
+122 lb
F15 X5 xDrive50i - 5,095 lb.
G05 X5 xDrive50i - 5,170 lb.
+75 lb.
Wild Blue wroteCorrection noted. However, not a small quibble when all manufacturers, including BMW, are stressing weight loss as a priority. Reduced weight has benefits across the board.Small quibble, the first weight jump is 78 lbs, not 122.
GregW / Oregon wroteI agree with you...Correction noted. However, not a small quibble when all manufacturers, including BMW, are stressing weight loss as a priority. Reduced weight has benefits across the board.
But what are the specifics behind those weights referenced (are they US numbers)? Are we comparing a similarly equipped F15 to a G05? Perhaps the G05 number is a loaded MSport with 22" and all the bells and whistles.
I find it hard to believe the G05's weight isn't lower than the F15...but wait, let's not forget that ridiculous automatic cargo cover and hideaway feature (that nobody asked for!!) BTW, how long before that thing breaks?
Kief wroteThose are BMW’s numbers from the current USA website and from the G05 press release.I agree with you...
But what are the specifics behind those weights referenced (are they US numbers)? Are we comparing a similarly equipped F15 to a G05? Perhaps the G05 number is a loaded MSport with 22" and all the bells and whistles. ?
Kief wroteAt least that feature, I'm sure, will be optional.I agree with you...
I find it hard to believe the G05's weight isn't lower than the F15...but wait, let's not forget that ridiculous automatic cargo cover and hideaway feature (that nobody asked for!!) BTW, how long before that thing breaks?
I, for one, will be giving a pass on the new motorized cargo cover, as well as pop-up cargo floor strips, if they're optional. For me, the features they add don't justify the extra weight and have something more to break.
Wild Blue wroteI thought we heard it was going to be a more dynamic vehicle. Maybe someone smarter than me can elaborate on how you achieve that if the car is longer, wider, heaver, and the engine output is up just 10% over the previous gen.Small quibble, the first weight jump is 78 lbs, not 122.
I recall reading it was going to be significantly lighter. Oh well...
