[Resjudicata]

I'm looking at x5 2019 and 2020 x50 (not m). what's the difference on the 2020 new vs. the 2019s?
the msrp is similar but the dealership is offering better deals on the 19, although it's been sitting on the lot for 8 months.

anything I should look for?

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Resjudicata

I'm looking at x5 2019 and 2020 x50 (not m). what's the difference on the 2020 new vs. the 2019s?
the msrp is similar but the dealership is offering better deals on the 19, although it's been sitting on the lot for 8 months.

anything I should look for?

Go with the 2019 if you're looking for the best deal plus there are decent incentives for lease and finance:

0.00128 MF Rate

X5 (2019MY)
15k miles / 55% residual
12k miles / 57% residual
10k miles / 58% residual

$1000 lease credit (50i)
$3000 finance credit (50i)
$1250 loyalty credit (40i and 50i)
$2000 finance credit (40i)

No mechanical differences between 2019 and 2020.

2020 options changes below:

Exterior
- Manhattan green exterior color

Interior
- New interior upholstery options: ivory white/night blue extended and full Merino, ivory/coffee/black full Merino; Sensatec dash standard for both xLine and M Sport
- New trim Individual fine wood fineline with cross black inserts
- Anthracite alcantara headliner or in upholstery color

Options
- Executive Package repackage and now includes previous items plus Drive Recorder, Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof
- Acoustic glass is now $600 (2019 $300)
- Driving Assistance Pro package now includes visual Lane Change Assistant means the vehicle can also visually register the position of other drivers in front of or alongside when you glance down at the Live Cockpit

[Resjudicata]

Originally Posted by Auricom

Go with the 2019 if you're looking for the best deal plus there are decent incentives for lease and finance:

0.00128 MF Rate

X5 (2019MY)
15k miles / 55% residual
12k miles / 57% residual
10k miles / 58% residual

$1000 lease credit (50i)
$3000 finance credit (50i)
$1250 loyalty credit (40i and 50i)
$2000 finance credit (40i)

No mechanical differences between 2019 and 2020.

2020 options changes below:

Exterior
- Manhattan green exterior color

Interior
- New interior upholstery options: ivory white/night blue extended and full Merino, ivory/coffee/black full Merino; Sensatec dash standard for both xLine and M Sport
- New trim Individual fine wood fineline with cross black inserts
- Anthracite alcantara headliner or in upholstery color

Options
- Executive Package repackage and now includes previous items plus Drive Recorder, Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof
- Acoustic glass is now $600 (2019 $300)
- Driving Assistance Pro package now includes visual Lane Change Assistant means the vehicle can also visually register the position of other drivers in front of or alongside when you glance down at the Live Cockpit

Thank you so much. that's very helpful. this 2019 has the acoustic glass, which I guess will save $300 if it works or actually does anything.

[Boxer]

The 2020’s have the sensatec stitched dashboard as standard now, vs the 19’s that have the plastic dash. Makes a big difference imho regarding the feel of the interior, especially given how much these things cost.

[ams3177]

In UK, MY2020 M Sports Plus package gets you 'Drive Recorder' and extended black shadow line exterior (front grill and exhaust tips in black)

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Boxer

The 2020's have the sensation stitched dashboard as standard now, vs the 19's that have the plastic dash. Makes a big difference imho regarding the feel of the interior, especially given how much these things cost.

2019s xLine models, 40i and 50i, produced around Dec of 2018 started coming with SensaTec stitched dashboards as Standard. Only the M Sport models did not come equipped with it.

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Resjudicata

Thank you so much. that's very helpful. this 2019 has the acoustic glass, which I guess will save $300 if it works or actually does anything.

Nice, the G05 has significantly better sound isolation than the previous F15, and with acoustic glass - there's even more reduction.

[Boxer]

Originally Posted by Auricom

2019s xLine models, 40i and 50i, produced around Dec of 2018 started coming with SensaTec stitched dashboards as Standard. Only the M Sport models did not come equipped with it.

Standard on M Sport now for 2020

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Boxer

Standard on M Sport now for 2020

Yes, that was mentioned my post to the OP who was inquiring the difference between 2019s and 2020s 50i. 50i's are only available in xLine for 2020 where as 2019 was available in both xLine and M Sport.

You stated that SensaTec dash is standard for 2020 and 2019s has plastic dash. While half true, 2019 X5 40i and 50i xLine models also had them standard on late production models. 2019 M Sport models came standard with the soft touch dash.

The OP inquiry was on a 2019 50i that's been on the lot for 8 months.

Suggestive feedback for your future posts, be factually correct.

[Resjudicata]

Originally Posted by Auricom

Yes, that was mentioned my post to the OP who was inquiring the difference between 2019s and 2020s 50i. 50i's are only available in xLine for 2020 where as 2019 was available in both xLine and M Sport.

You stated that SensaTec dash is standard for 2020 and 2019s has plastic dash. While half true, 2019 X5 40i and 50i xLine models also had them standard on late production models. 2019 M Sport models came standard with the soft touch dash.

The OP inquiry was on a 2019 50i that's been on the lot for 8 months.

Suggestive feedback for your future posts, be factually correct.

that is correct, thank you so much. yes

[Boxer]

Originally Posted by Auricom

Yes, that was mentioned my post to the OP who was inquiring the difference between 2019s and 2020s 50i. 50i's are only available in xLine for 2020 where as 2019 was available in both xLine and M Sport.

You stated that SensaTec dash is standard for 2020 and 2019s has plastic dash. While half true, 2019 X5 40i and 50i xLine models also had them standard on late production models. 2019 M Sport models came standard with the soft touch dash.

The OP inquiry was on a 2019 50i that's been on the lot for 8 months.

Suggestive feedback for your future posts, be factually correct.

Well, for one, as you clearly state the OP was asking about a 2019 that had been on the lot for a while. So—duh—it might not have had the Sensatec dash as standard. And no, you didn’t mention that it was now standard on the 2020 M Sport line. Seriously, chill out.

Second, other people read this post besides the OP, they might have some interest in a broader comparison of ‘19 vs ‘20.

Lastly, I was not critiquing your post, just adding to the discussion. So if we’re providing constructive feedback I would suggest for future posts you pull the stick out of your butt and/or try not to be such a douche.

Cheers!

[Marty in NY]

Originally Posted by Resjudicata

I'm looking at x5 2019 and 2020 x50 (not m). what's the difference on the 2020 new vs. the 2019s?
the msrp is similar but the dealership is offering better deals on the 19, although it's been sitting on the lot for 8 months.

anything I should look for?

Classic question.. do I go for the latest model or save money on a previous one? I'll just give you my opinion here...once you drive off the lot and the car is yours to enjoy, you won't be continually thinking about how much you spent or saved. You'll be enjoying your car and all it has to offer. If you spend less on the one in the dealers inventory and it doesn't have a feature or two that you really wanted, you'll continually be damning yourself for not ordering what you want and the money saved will only be a distant memory.

Summary: get what you really want.

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Boxer

Well, for one, as you clearly state the OP was asking about a 2019 that had been on the lot for a while. So—duh—it might not have had the Sensatec dash as standard. And no, you didn’t mention that it was now standard on the 2020 M Sport line. Seriously, chill out.

Perhaps you missed it.

Originally Posted by Auricom

Interior
- New interior upholstery options: ivory white/night blue extended and full Merino, ivory/coffee/black full Merino; Sensatec dash standard for both xLine and M Sport
- New trim Individual fine wood fineline with cross black inserts
- Anthracite alcantara headliner or in upholstery color

Have an exceptional day!

[Boxer]

Way to cherry pick. I see your commitment to being a douche remains strong. You must be fun at parties!

Now feel free to address the other points in my post.

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Boxer

Way to cherry pick. I see your commitment to being a douche remains strong. You must be fun at parties!

Now feel free to address the other points in my post.

No value to address your other points as this thread has addressed the OP questions.

My commitment to the G05 forum and other Bimmerpost forums is to provide detailed, thorough and factually correct replies as I'm able to forum members that are based on continually staying up to date on G05 information which come from detailed BMW docs, tech docs, ordering guides, research, sites, extensive test drives, dealers but importantly other forum members.

If you feel that's being a douche then I have no issues owning the label.

Cheers and looking forward to reading updates on your M50i.

[ElectroGeek]

I picked up a 2019 50i m-sport

Absolutely love it, I plan to tune it. once tuned will have more hp and trq then the M at 30k less. So the M is nice but is it 30+K nice ? I dont think so

[VTENGR]

Originally Posted by ElectroGeek

I picked up a 2019 50i m-sport

Absolutely love it, I plan to tune it. once tuned will have more hp and trq then the M at 30k less. So the M is nice but is it 30+K nice ? I dont think so

I was going to buy a 2019 X5 50i but put it off because my wife and I were expecting our 2nd born and didnt want any distractions. Just put in an order for a M50i at only 5k more than what I negotiated for the 2019 50i.

[Resjudicata]

Originally Posted by Marty in Bgm

Classic question.. do I go for the latest model or save money on a previous one? I'll just give you my opinion here...once you drive off the lot and the car is yours to enjoy, you won't be continually thinking about how much you spent or saved. You'll be enjoying your car and all it has to offer. If you spend less on the one in the dealers inventory and it doesn't have a feature or two that you really wanted, you'll continually be damning yourself for not ordering what you want and the money saved will only be a distant memory.

Summary: get what you really want.

yeah always classic question. but I kinda meant is it worth the extra $$. The replies have helped a lot.
one example is the post that said: "no mechanic changes". there is a big difference every 5 years, especially in the x5. so we wanted to make sure they didn't make a new version or big change between 18, 19 and 2020.
also, I wanted to make sure it's worth saving. For us, $1000 doesn't make a difference if we get something more; however for $13,000 off a 94k sticker, that makes a difference. Also, I like to know how hard to push.
I don't want to make a "low-ball" offer of $50k on a $90k car, when $70k might have been more appropriate. or when it would be easier to just pay 80k for a new one. sometimes dealership have more freedoms on a new order vs lot, sometimes more flexible on lot and sitting a while.
the comment on lease and Money factor above, was a big help in our research to get started buying this 2019 x5 50i with M package.

Originally Posted by Marty in Bgm

Classic question.. do I go for the latest model or save money on a previous one? I'll just give you my opinion here...once you drive off the lot and the car is yours to enjoy, you won't be continually thinking about how much you spent or saved. You'll be enjoying your car and all it has to offer. If you spend less on the one in the dealers inventory and it doesn't have a feature or two that you really wanted, you'll continually be damning yourself for not ordering what you want and the money saved will only be a distant memory.

Summary: get what you really want.

[Resjudicata]

Originally Posted by VTENGR

I was going to buy a 2019 X5 50i but put it off because my wife and I were expecting our 2nd born and didnt want any distractions. Just put in an order for a M50i at only 5k more than what I negotiated for the 2019 50i.

that's kinda my point, and what we're looking at. is it worth 5k more to order a new 2020 M50i vs 2019 x50 loaded.

I think we are leaning towards making a good deal on 2019, but now we need to know how hard to push.
from reading articles on here, I think 15-20% off MSRP should be a good price for a 2019 that's been sitting passed over for months and is fully loaded.

[VTENGR]

Originally Posted by Resjudicata

that's kinda my point, and what we're looking at. is it worth 5k more to order a new 2020 M50i vs 2019 x50 loaded.

I think we are leaning towards making a good deal on 2019, but now we need to know how hard to push.
from reading articles on here, I think 15-20% off MSRP should be a good price for a 2019 that's been sitting passed over for months and is fully loaded.

I think 15% would be my target. If you're flexible on options and finishes you should have good leverage to shop dealers. I was in a similar predicament and honestly didn't care about the extra HP the M50i had. When I started looking again you couldn't order 2019s anymore and there weren't any that checked all my boxes which then lead me down the path of getting the M50i.

One thing to consider is resale value, if that matters to you. Essentially you're buying a 2019 model in a 2020 model year which means when you go to sell 5 or so years from now there will be 2020s with the same miles as your 2019 which will decrease your resale value somewhat.

[Resjudicata]

Originally Posted by VTENGR

I think 15% would be my target. If you're flexible on options and finishes you should have good leverage to shop dealers. I was in a similar predicament and honestly didn't care about the extra HP the M50i had. When I started looking again you couldn't order 2019s anymore and there weren't any that checked all my boxes which then lead me down the path of getting the M50i.

One thing to consider is resale value, if that matters to you. Essentially you're buying a 2019 model in a 2020 model year which means when you go to sell 5 or so years from now there will be 2020s with the same miles as your 2019 which will decrease your resale value somewhat.

Thanks Auricom and vtengr.

that's exactly the kind of info I was looking for. Now the big question, do we Buy, Lease, or borrow. I'd lean towards leasing but I think my wife wants to buy.

so resale might be an issue, but we'll see. My wife likes to hold cars for 10 years, although her current is a 2013 Lincoln.

[Resjudicata]

Originally Posted by Auricom

Go with the 2019 if you're looking for the best deal plus there are decent incentives for lease and finance:

0.00128 MF Rate

X5 (2019MY)
15k miles / 55% residual
12k miles / 57% residual
10k miles / 58% residual

$1000 lease credit (50i)
$3000 finance credit (50i)
$1250 loyalty credit (40i and 50i)
$2000 finance credit (40i)

No mechanical differences between 2019 and 2020.

2020 options changes below:

Exterior
- Manhattan green exterior color

Interior
- New interior upholstery options: ivory white/night blue extended and full Merino, ivory/coffee/black full Merino; Sensatec dash standard for both xLine and M Sport
- New trim Individual fine wood fineline with cross black inserts
- Anthracite alcantara headliner or in upholstery color

Options
- Executive Package repackage and now includes previous items plus Drive Recorder, Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof
- Acoustic glass is now $600 (2019 $300)
- Driving Assistance Pro package now includes visual Lane Change Assistant means the vehicle can also visually register the position of other drivers in front of or alongside when you glance down at the Live Cockpit

Thank you Auricom for all your good info, very detailed and much appreciated.


Also Thanks to Vtengr and ElectroGeek.

Originally Posted by Auricom

Go with the 2019 if you're looking for the best deal plus there are decent incentives for lease and finance:

0.00128 MF Rate

X5 (2019MY)
15k miles / 55% residual
12k miles / 57% residual
10k miles / 58% residual

$1000 lease credit (50i)
$3000 finance credit (50i)
$1250 loyalty credit (40i and 50i)
$2000 finance credit (40i)

No mechanical differences between 2019 and 2020.

2020 options changes below:

Exterior
- Manhattan green exterior color

Interior
- New interior upholstery options: ivory white/night blue extended and full Merino, ivory/coffee/black full Merino; Sensatec dash standard for both xLine and M Sport
- New trim Individual fine wood fineline with cross black inserts
- Anthracite alcantara headliner or in upholstery color

Options
- Executive Package repackage and now includes previous items plus Drive Recorder, Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof
- Acoustic glass is now $600 (2019 $300)
- Driving Assistance Pro package now includes visual Lane Change Assistant means the vehicle can also visually register the position of other drivers in front of or alongside when you glance down at the Live Cockpit