[BobBeau]

Originally Posted by Xfive

Yes sir!

Are you local? Would love to take a ride before I place an order.

[city1991]

Originally Posted by Xfive

I finally got to pick up my new M50i. I'll follow up with some more detailed info later, but wanted to share the delivery pics. I know this sounds weird, but she has some of my old F15 in her. That is a great thing!

2020 M50i
Carbon Black
Extended Shadowline
Alcantara Headliner
Black Extended Merino Leather
Brown Poplar Wood Trim
B&W Audio
Drivers Assistance Pro
Luxury Seating Package
Executive Package
742M Wheels
Acoustic Glass
Heated seats/armrest

iDrive Version: 07/2019.38

Edited to include my impressions so far going from a 50i to the M50i:

Suspension
Comfort is more firm and compliant than the 50i, it is definitely not as bouncy. It only gets better as you move through the modes. On my last G05, I wondered if I made a mistake by not selecting DHP or Air. Not this time around. This is the driving dynamic that almost reminds me of my F15. This is the true progression from the F15, to me anyway.

Engine
I know it does not seem like a huge jump, but damn she freaking hustles. Seriously, it's all there. You wanna go, then damnit you are gone.

Things I got but missed the first go round:

B&W Audio - Was not available when I originally ordered and there was never one available at the dealership so I did not realize what i was missing out on.

Extended Merino - I really liked the Vernasca leather with luxury seating on the last G05, but the Merino is much softer on the upper back.
This option isn't a super must have for me and I would ultimately be happy with either.

Extended Shadowline - Was not available before, but it looks badass against the Carbon Black. (I'm still bummed Black Sapphire was not available)

Alcantara Headliner - Even the shade is alcantara.

Pano SkyLounge - This thing just blows peoples mind when it is lit at night. Especially when caring car is enabled and it fades in and out.

Drive Recorder - This probably deserves it's own post along with the new display features in the cluster.

Assisted Drive View
Here are a couple videos of Assisted Drive View in action. It's pretty awesome that it can determine the vehicle type and display it in the cluster. (Small Car / Tractor Trailer / Motorcycle). Also notice the indicators when you are not touching the steering wheel.

2020 X5 M50i | Assisted Drive View | Lane Change

2020 X5 M50i | Assisted Drive View

Exhaust
Here are a few clips of the exhaust in action.

2020 X5 M50i | Exhaust with modes

2020 X5 M50i | Idle

2020 X5 M50i | Startup

Beautiful ride! Carbon Black is one of my favorites!

[Xindicate]

Originally Posted by Firstm31993

Do you know what type of material is the cerium gray? The cerium gray looks odd on the side mirrors

Probably just paint, can't imagine a different part or material due to the cost/complexity in maintaining that in the lifecycle of the car. Extended shadowline will put you back on mirror caps in the color of the car, it is what I ordered with BSM for my M50i as I felt the contrast with cerium gray did not improve the look. For some colors (white, the missing grays) I would have kept it.

[Firstm31993]

Originally Posted by Xindicate

Probably just paint, can't imagine a different part or material due to the cost/complexity in maintaining that in the lifecycle of the car. Extended shadowline will put you back on mirror caps in the color of the car, it is what I ordered with BSM for my M50i as I felt the contrast with cerium gray did not improve the look. For some colors (white, the missing grays) I would have kept it.

...you said, "the missing grays" could you clarify. Thanks

[BMWBear]

Originally Posted by Firstm31993

...you said, "the missing grays" could you clarify. Thanks

Gray paint colors that BMW decided not to offer on the G05/G07 so far but have been a common offering in the past.

[Firstm31993]

Originally Posted by BYEIL

Gray paint colors that BMW decided not to offer on the G05/G07 so far but have been a common offering in the past.

Copy that! Thanks for clarification!

[Calvin36]

Man that pano looks absolutely ridiculous!

[bjcarls]

I like the sound, it’s the one thing my ‘16 50i didn’t have. They are getting closer, I just wish sport was almost obnoxiously sporty/loud.
Great build

[Xfive]

Originally Posted by Calvin36

Man that pano looks absolutely ridiculous!

Updated the pictures to include a night pic of the roof.

[Xfive]

Originally Posted by bjcarls

I like the sound, it's the one thing my '16 50i didn't have. They are getting closer, I just wish sport was almost obnoxiously sporty/loud.
Great build

I always thought my 15 50i had a ton of gargle / pop in sport mode.

[Wild Blue]

Originally Posted by Xfive

Pano SkyLounge - This thing just blows peoples mind when it is lit at night. Especially when caring car is enabled and it fades in and out.

Hey Xfive what do you mean by "caring car enabled"?

[modthispny]

so sick! congrats.

still can't believe BMW would wrong the early adopters of the 2019 BMW X5 xDrive50i so hard.

[Xfive]

Originally Posted by Wild Blue

Hey Xfive what do you mean by "caring car enabled"?

I'll post a video

[azlkk]

How is the IAS included in the DHP package? I've heard less than positive things about it's driveability.

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Xfive

I did not select DHP or Air. You can only select one or the other.

I perceived his inquiry was on how your M50i drives and steers with IAS - integral active steering (2VH) which is included in the ZDH - Dynamic Handling Package.

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by azlkk

How is the IAS included in the DHP package? I've heard less than positive things about it's driveability.

In what way? IAS is fairly imperceptible and an invaluable option for a large vehicle as the X5.

At lower speeds, the rear wheels turn oppositely to the front wheels, allowing for a sharper turning radius thereby making parking and cornering easier.

At higher speeds, the rear wheels turn in the same direction as the front wheels, which helps improve vehicle stability and lane changing.

[Xfive]

Originally Posted by Auricom

I perceived his inquiry was on how your M50i drives and steers with IAS - integral active steering (2VH) which is included in the ZDH - Dynamic Handling Package.

You are right, I misread the question.

[azlkk]

Reviews that I've seen mention it can be twitchy and inconsistent when cornering.

[M6BMWDriver]

Just picked up X7 M50

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by M6BMWDriver

Just picked up X7 M50

That is a beautiful X7. Correct wheels for traveling long distance and mixed weather driving. If I was having another baby, this is exactly what I would trade my X5 50i M-Sport on. Start up sounds just like our 50i M-Sport. Love to see a full video tour inside and out of your Rig.

[BMWBear]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

That is a beautiful X7. Correct wheels for traveling long distance and mixed weather driving. If I was having another baby, this is exactly what I would trade my X5 50i M-Sport on. Start up sounds just like our 50i M-Sport. Love to see a full video tour inside and out of your Rig.

The tires are grand touring summer tires. They’re probably good in rain but not intended for freezing temps or snow.

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by BYEIL

The tires are grand touring summer tires. They’re probably good in rain but not intended for freezing temps or snow.

I thought they were AS on those wheels.