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My new X5 M60i - Upgraded from X5 M50i
So I sold my 2022 X5 M50i in March of this year after 12 months of ownership. I missed it immediately. I test drove a very slightly used 2023 X5M a few weeks ago and it was just too much (stiff and aggressive) for my desires at this time in my life (my daily cargo are two kids under 3). I planned on waiting until ordering a 2025 model, but passing through Richmond, VA on the way to a mountain hiking trip, I stopped into a dealership to kill some time and walk the lot and saw this and couldn't resist it! This refreshed upgraded M60i, I would say, is very different than my M50i and for only $10k more it was WELL worth the upgrade. Fully loaded with every option (aside from adaptive M suspension pro, which my M50i did have), including the B&W sound system that I really wished my M50i had. Photos from the pick up at the dealership, drop off at the detail shop 3 days later, and pick up 4 days after XR Plus tint and premium ceramic coating. It only has 300 miles on it so I have yet to even put the pedal halfway down even in comfort mode, but I can tell it's going to be a BLAST!
*Also (recently) previously owned a 2021 Audi SQ8, 2021 BMW M340i, and still rolling around in my 2022 Audi A4 Allroad as a daily... IMO, none of these previous cars (of course the Allroad wouldn't be expected to) touch the drive and comfort of the M60i. |
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08-18-2023, 01:21 PM | #2 |
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This is making me more and more excited to pick up my M60i on Monday! I’ll be coming from 2021 m50i.
The only question I have for you is: what car are you getting after this in six months?! that’s a lot of cars to have all 2020+ 👍
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I always need an SUV with a blend of comfort , moderately sporty handling and faster than 90% than most SUVs (personal thing and I enjoy spirited driving). That is the M60i for me. My other ride is a motorcycle and that completes what I need for now. Lol. Enjoy!!!!
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Your M60i will serve you well and the new S68 "M" engine is really magnificient. Best to all you guys taking new deliveries, enjoy! |
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Love the blue! Car looks amazing. Curious about your thoughts on the exhaust sound? I have the x5 m60i in white, but came from a Subaru, so everything is night/day for me. Heard some folks think the exhaust is too quiet. Anyhow, enjoy!
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Wow upgrading after only 12 freaking months? My man u must be making some good monies. And also, hardcore bimmer fan.
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09-20-2023, 11:38 AM | #12 |
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Personally, I love the sound of the exhaust. Mostly because it’s not obnoxious. I’m a real estate professional and I meet a lot of clients at houses for appointments. They see me in and out of my car often. I was hesitant about the color because it’s a little flashy, but all good. However, I prefer the car to not sound too aggressive when I turn it on. My previous 2021 Audi SQ8 sounded a little too loud, especially when I started it up in my garage. My wife hated it. And the Audi A4 Allroad (that I sold last week) had an upgraded aftermarket exhaust and that was too loud too often. This car has the perfect hum when you start it up, and when you put it into sport plus and hit that gas on the interstate, it’s absolutely magical, in my opinion. I think the sound is a perfect combination of V-8 engine meets professional daily driving vehicle. Congrats on the upgrade! Subaru to BMW is a heckuva jump. Enjoy and have a blast!.
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All in all, a much smoother driving experience with a lot of fun, albeit some subtle, upgrades. Part of me wishes I would’ve stuck to my original plan and gone with the 2025 model, just to have a little bit more time separation. This one was on the lot and I couldn’t resist the Marina Bay blue. That said, I would’ve loved to custom built my own if I had waited. So maybe wait until the 2025 model? |
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I've also read posts that putting the new engine in the M60 is a huge upgrade over the old M50 version. Feels much more powerful etc. Closing the gap just a bit to the real M and making the M60 a true bargain. These your thoughts as well? Thanks!
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The upgraded engine absolutely feels like an upgrade. In sport plus, the M60 is just a beast. So much so that I rarely ever go into that mode because even in comfort mode the engine moves the vehicle so effortlessly. Hope this helps! |
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