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Originally Posted by Ilyam5
Here is an interesting one - fully loaded x5 m50 vs x5m comp
https://tflcar.com/2020/08/2020-bmw-...i-x5-m-review/
I go through that very debate in my head often since my lease expires in several months
More points in my book are :
M50 has a trailer hitch - big one for me
It does know how to relax in comfort mode and has more relaxed seats
Handling is decent especially with DHP - But the only way to get roll stabilization in dhp is to get active steering - Which i dislike
X5m on the other hand has great handling and driving dynamics with all the right packages.
Concerns-
Lack of trailer hitch
Under front bumper oil cooler that needs to be covered for pebble protection
Does not know how to relax - potential complaints from family on long rides |
I couldn't agree more with this review. Power alone they are very similar but it pretty much ends there. The X5M feels as stiff as my F80 was on rough roads. It always feels like its ready to play 24/7 which is a good and bad thing. My honest opinion if they offered the X5M with M air suspension it would be the PERFECT suv. If Porsche could do it no reason why M couldn't.
Alan