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Originally Posted by 760Lifan
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Originally Posted by AndroidRobot
The 50i has plenty of power as is, if I get another SUV after this it'll be a full ///M model most likely.
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Oh, the 50i would be powerful enough for me as well but what we already know for a fact is that there will be no 50i for MY20 - so the only choice would be M50i.
I used to drive an E60 M5 and it's quite amazing how far these engines got since then. The G05 50i is actually faster than my former M5 and a better value as well. My fully loaded M5 was $100K 12 years ago and if you consider what features/technology/performance you get today on the G05 50i for the same $100K, call me impressed! 
Now, on an SUV, I don't think the M50i with 530HP would leave me with much desire to go for the real X5M. That's probably where the SUV-limitations kick in at some point and where you start paying just for the badge. |
I can see that, I'd love an M5 Comp but not in the area I currently live. The X5M is a fun SUV so I'm sure the new one will be even better! I'm willing to bet the 50i (not M50i) could put down some good 1/4 mile times with a a few tweaks even though it already does stock. For a 5200lb SUV it's quick! You don't feel the weight a lot of the time add in IAS and it's an oddly intriguing experience