[arciga18]

Originally Posted by magna6882

Hello
i placed an order monday but after looking more closely i want the more current driver asistance package so will be giving up that spot and waiting a bit. The one question i have is i am looking at alpine white with black interior. I believe its the extended merlino. The headliner is called anthrocite and my rep was unsure of the color. When we order our q7 they almost built a gray headliner. I would like black alcantera or at least a black headliner and black A and b pillars.
do you know the color of the anthracite?

Anthracite = Black

[magna6882]

Hello
Are all the x5s built at the Spartanburg plant?
I was wondering why some options are not available to the us if the cars are built here?

[NOVA99]

Originally Posted by magna6882

Hello
i placed an order monday but after looking more closely i want the more current driver asistance package so will be giving up that spot and waiting a bit. The one question i have is i am looking at alpine white with black interior. I believe its the extended merlino. The headliner is called anthrocite and my rep was unsure of the color. When we order our q7 they almost built a gray headliner. I would like black alcantera or at least a black headliner and black A and b pillars.
do you know the color of the anthracite?

Anthracite is black with black a,b,c pillars.

[JayPichardo]

Originally Posted by magna6882

Hello
Are all the x5s built at the Spartanburg plant?
I was wondering why some options are not available to the us if the cars are built here?

Cost, regulations, X7, cost.

[BimmerMat135]

Will there be a diesel version anytime soon? Is there any type of oem trailer brake controler available for the X5?

[arciga18]

Originally Posted by arciga18

Can you clarify where the wireless charging pad is located in the g05.

Is the charging pad in the center console or easy to access while driving —-

G01 - located in front of cup holders . Easy to reach ( I own this car)
G30 loaner- in front of the shifter kinda hard to reach cell phone .

Going to try again.

[TK421BMW]

"Is the charging pad in the center console or easy to access while driving —-"

Based on the pictures, yes, if you have the hands of a 6 year old.

[f34]

Trying to figure out the interior trim, but since it's all new it's a challenge. Any info on the appearance of the two wood options? Confused by the names:

Is "Brown-Metallic High-gloss Ash Grain Wood Trim" more reddish brown, or ash gray? And what's metallic about it? And is "Anthracite-Brown Poplar Wood Trim" a matte finish? Open pore? What color is it, as anthracite can mean black?

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by f34

Trying to figure out the interior trim, but since it's all new it's a challenge. Any info on the appearance of the two wood options? Confused by the names:

Is "Brown-Metallic High-gloss Ash Grain Wood Trim" more reddish brown, or ash gray? And what's metallic about it? And is "Anthracite-Brown Poplar Wood Trim" a matte finish? Open pore? What color is it, as anthracite can mean black?

I've been referencing the German catalog to get a sense of the trim colors

https://www.bmw.de/content/dam/bmw/m...2431874841.pdf

[mnx5er]

Originally Posted by Auricom

I've been referencing the German catalog to get a sense of the trim colors

https://www.bmw.de/content/dam/bmw/m...2431874841.pdf

Thank you! Warning to some, the catalog does not render properly in Safari on the Mac, pix are missing for some reason. Looks great is Adobe Acrobat.

[Cougarcruiser]

Hi!

I'm trying to get confirmation of whether or not the Merino extended leather includes the wrapped leather dash on an M-Sport 40 build?

I've read on here it does, but I'm hearing from my CA that it does not. The leather dash is still a $1200 option (in the USA).

Could you help confirm?

[ScottMZ3]

Originally Posted by Cougarcruiser

Hi!

I'm trying to get confirmation of whether or not the Merino extended leather includes the wrapped leather dash on an M-Sport 40 build?

I've read on here it does, but I'm hearing from my CA that it does not. The leather dash is still a $1200 option (in the USA).

Could you help confirm?

I believe the extended Merino leather DOES include the dashboard. I just emailed my CA to confirm for our order as well. The reason I think it does is that if you look at the BMW build page for the current 2018 X5, adding Extended Merino leather on the M-Sport adds the leather dash and upper door panels. If you remove the Merino leather then the "Leather Dashboard" option shows up on the Options page for $1200.

[neliconcept]

Originally Posted by Influence

Being that I could care less about how much height the "off road" mode would actually add (really, who takes one of these off-roading????) I glossed right over the details. All I cared about was that the sport mode lowered the truck by .8" from the "stock" height.

Here's the official numbers: looks like there is a 2.4inch total range of adjustment from lowest to highest in driving modes, though that could be 3.2 inches total range including the "loading mode"
Lowers automatically by .8 inches in sport mode
Raises up to 1.6 inches above standard setting
Button in cargo area lowers by 1.6 inches for 'loading" mode
Last mode (height) remembered upon engine restart
Can adjust height with engine off

I am looking for something that can add height for possible fire roads out in Colorado and high altitude passes so yes, height is something of need but I also want the sport factor. Which is why something like the Range Rover SVR, Porsche Cayenne Turbo/GTS are being considered for the fact they can do all of that and lock center diff/rear diff.

1.6 inches is good though, better than .8

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by CINISI

Any chance of getting of 22" 747M wheels with the x40i without buying them separately. I don't like any of the other wheel choices.

M50d wheel option only for now. Most likely available as option with future M50i in the US.

[ammo33]

Hi,

I can't find any mention anywhere of the display key for USA build? I have seen it in the videos on youtube but don't see it on the order / price guide. Is it a standard feature now?

I plan to order in the next couple of weeks, so I would love to know.


I posted this question in the wrong section earlier sorry guys!

[mbhammer]

Was reviewing a different thread, and poster asserted 4M5 Leather Dashboard ($1,200) was included with VAxx (Ind) Extended Merino Leather ($1,000 in combination with ZMP), on a 40i. Another poster questioned that.

I would have expected that to be explicit in the Ordering Guide, but it is not.

I'm ordering my first BMW, so I don't know what "extended" really means and if it implies a leather wrapped dash.

I also don't really know what the difference is between Vernasca and Merino. I'm coming to understand leather is not leather.

My 40i build is on order, with Vernasca and Sensatec dash. If $1k gets me both Merino and a leather dash, I'll revise my order.

[woodrowx5]

I don't know how many additional areas are included in the "extended" Marino leather, but I do know that it does not include the dash. This is an additional feature and an additional $1,200. I asked about the same thing you did regarding the Marino vs Vernasca leather and was told Marino is a much softer leather and higher quality feel than the Vernasca. This is my first BMW as well and opted for the extended Marino and leather dash so the materials would be complementary to one another. It's my understanding that the normal dash is comparable to a Sensatec finish. Hope that helps.

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by mbhammer

Was reviewing a different thread, and poster asserted 4M5 Leather Dashboard ($1,200) was included with VAxx (Ind) Extended Merino Leather ($1,000 in combination with ZMP), on a 40i. Another poster questioned that.

I would have expected that to be explicit in the Ordering Guide, but it is not.

I'm ordering my first BMW, so I don't know what "extended" really means and if it implies a leather wrapped dash.

I also don't really know what the difference is between Vernasca and Merino. I'm coming to understand leather is not leather.

My 40i build is on order, with Vernasca and Sensatec dash. If $1k gets me both Merino and a leather dash, I'll revise my order.

Merino is considered the high(set) tier of BMW leather options - from high to standard:

Individual Full Merino < Individual Extended Merino (fine grain) < Extended Nappa (soft, smooth leather) < Vernasca (replaces Dakota, leather, regular grain, durable) < SensaTec (synthetic, very durable)

One way to picture extended leather option is, looking out the front window while in the driver's seat, everything in your peripheral vision will be leather, and everything below your lower range of vision soft touch and hard panels.

In my current X5 (F15) with mocha interior design package, the extended nappa leather upholstery includes front and rear seats, headrests, rear panels on front seat backrests, door upper and panel inserts, centre console including tunnel and armrests, and top of instrument panel.

It was well worth the upgrade - leather is very supple and comfortable for long drives. I've received many compliments on how luxurious the interior looked.

If you're ordering M Sport, upgrading to extended Merino is actually $1750 ($1000 with ZMP and 456 Multi-contour seats $750) or $2600 ($1000 with ZMP and luxury seating ZLS $1600)

Based on the current G05 order guide, leather dash is a $1200 separate option. Can't comment on the value for the leather dash for you but if you're set on Vernasca - the SensaTec dash is sufficient. Gives you extra money to order other options - like laser lights (LOL).

Cheers!

[bimmer2019]

Any perks of taking delivery in Spartanburg?

Also, what is the estimated delivery date if I were to order today for a build with some features SOP on 12/18 vs. a build with all features available now?

[mnx5er]

Here is what I've been told for current builds. I had an early allocation and my X5 is already built and hanging out at the factory. My SA says they are expecting customer deliveries in late October after they receive their demos in mid September. Hard to say.

For the PDC I wasn't offered any perks outside of the usual stuff BMW gives you. I asked about doing it but my dealer wasn't that excited this early in the life of the G05. Not sure why.

I'm guessing by December BMW will be back on track to their typical delivery timelines which really depend on your dealers allocations. For me it's usually around 3-4 weeks from order to arrival.

[mbhammer]

woodrowx5 , Auricom - Thank you both for your perspectives and for the very detailed and helpful info! ZMP M Sport and ZLS Luxury Seating (which includes the 456 Multi-contour Seats) are in my build.

Sounds like the "right" way to upgrade the cabin leather would be to do BOTH the VAxx Extended Merino upholstery and the 4M5 Leather Dashboard for a combined $2,200 (considering my current build).

Initial reaction is that if I was buying the BMW of my dreams, it'd be kinda of a no-brainer to upgrade a $78k build. But as it is, this will be my wife's daily driver and -- eventually -- we intend to let our 50lb goldendoodle enjoy rides in the second row. Not because my wife will be the principal driver, but rather because of how we expect to use the vehicle... seems like Vernasca upholstery paired with the Sensatec dash might be the more durable? and sensible choice?

5AZ Laserlights are already in my build

But MPPK at half the cost of upgraded cabin leather.... hmmmm

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by mbhammer

woodrowx5 , Auricom - Thank you both for your perspectives and for the very detailed and helpful info! ZMP M Sport and ZLS Luxury Seating (which includes the 456 Multi-contour Seats) are in my build.

Sounds like the "right" way to upgrade the cabin leather would be to do BOTH the VAxx Extended Merino upholstery and the 4M5 Leather Dashboard for a combined $2,200 (considering my current build).

Initial reaction is that if I was buying the BMW of my dreams, it'd be kinda of a no-brainer to upgrade a $78k build. But as it is, this will be my wife's daily driver and -- eventually -- we intend to let our 50lb goldendoodle enjoy rides in the second row. Not because my wife will be the principal driver, but rather because of how we expect to use the vehicle... seems like Vernasca upholstery paired with the Sensatec dash might be the more durable? and sensible choice?

5AZ Laserlights are already in my build

But MPPK at half the cost of upgraded cabin leather.... hmmmm

Yes exactly my thoughts if you were building a BMW of you dreams that the upgrade is a no brained!

Vernasca would be more durable and definitely a sensible choice if you're concerned with a future 50lb in the back. I use the rear seat cover with my English Bullie - he's a destroyer and would have torn up the nappa without it.

Not to say that Merino isn't durable - it's durable but a bit more luxurious, especially with the "quilted" stitching pattern. My coworker has a M550i with tartufo full merino and it's sumptuously gorgeous.

Sounds like you've got an awesome build and looking forward to your photos when it's delivered!