So who's ordering a 50i now when we know that the M50i debuts next year?

Penguino · 03-13-2019, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by scottjays

The G05 50i build I keep flirting with is $93k...so I am estimating $105kish range with the M50i similar options/packages. Big potential con is negotiating power. one of my dealers already told me there wont' be much negotiating with the M50i...thankfully I have alot of dealer choices.

There's nothing to justify a $12k increase over the 50i

Penguino · 03-13-2019, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SwedeJohanson

I placed my order yesterday.

Looking at 4-5 weeks until delivery in Maryland

Thanks SO MUCH to all for your insights and guidance

Excited to be coming back to BMW

You'll regret it versus waiting 3-4 months and see what the M50 pricing looks like and decide then to buy a discounted '19 50i or the updated M50i.

You seem to be justifying your urge to go buy one now. Trust me! I've been waiting since last year and I'm holding tight. The M50i will be perfect.

Ilyam5 · 03-13-2019, 08:27 AM

I disagree on waiting. Id rather have it now. There is always next lease around the corner. It will be end of september by the time we see first 2020s out by then id have the 50 close to a year

SwedeJohanson · 03-13-2019, 08:59 AM

I pulled the trigger on Sat and ordered a 2019.

I lease my cars, so I will take delivery in April, have it for 2-3 years (i.e., really don't care about the depreciation this fall when the new engine comes out, etc).

My key decision was that the current horsepower and price are already crazy. Did I really need to wait until the fall for 70 more horsepower? I also didn't want the (possible) harsh ride of an "M" badged car as my daily commute includes city/urban driving.

Thanks for all the insights and guidance!

Ilyam5 · 03-13-2019, 09:03 AM

Congratulations. You are going to love it. What are your options? colors?

Kief · 03-13-2019, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by The J-Man

Here's the bottom line with the m50i. It will be maybe $800 more than the current 50i if you compare options to options. Further, dealers won't be price gouging. Deals will be the same as the 50i. It is not a limited or special edition car. It is simply the new x5 V8 non-m model. It will have no more or less demand than the 50i. Need further proof? Look at every single other mXX model in the BMW lineup.

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Originally Posted by Penguino

There's nothing to justify a $12k increase over the 50i

^^^This!
I find it humorous that so many here think the M50i is going to cost your first born child over the 50i! Granted the new engine and a few cosmetic tweaks, but it's just BMW's marketing strategy as of late to designate their top trim level as "M performance"

Np2014 · 03-13-2019, 09:31 AM

I can't find any recent information on a release date for the X5 M50i or any specific details. Dealerships say they don't have any information or details at this point. Any ideas when to expect an order guide since bmw starts production in August for the current X5.

MystroX5 · 03-13-2019, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Np2014

I can't find any recent information on a release date for the X5 M50i or any specific details. Dealerships say they don't have any information or details at this point. Any ideas when to expect an order guide since bmw starts production in August for the current X5.

The most accurate answer is, no one really knows.

SwedeJohanson · 03-13-2019, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Ilyam5

Congratulations. You are going to love it. What are your options? colors?

Sure!

• Exterior: Carbon Black
• Interior: Tartufo Extended Merino Leather
• Trim: Anthracite-Brown Poplar Matte Finish Wood Trim
• M Sport Design
• Executive Tier
• Premium Package 2
• Executive Package
• 20" M Star-spoke bi-color wheels, style 740M with all-season run-flat tires
• Dynamic Handling Package
• Driving Assistance Package
• M Sport Package
• Luxury Seating Package
• Parking Assistance Package
• Acoustic glass
• Glass Controls
• Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System
• Heated Seats, Armrest and Steering Wheel
• Luggage Package
• Spare Tire

Ilyam5 · 03-13-2019, 01:23 PM

Wow. What a car.

scottjays · 03-13-2019, 01:32 PM

I'm waiting to see what the M50i looks like in terms of increased perf, options, colors c'mon Tanzanite Blue! FTW

SwedeJohanson · 03-13-2019, 04:15 PM

I just could bring myself to pay $1900 for Tanzanite Blue

Kief · 03-13-2019, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by scottjays

I'm waiting to see what the M50i looks like in terms of increased perf, options, colors c'mon Tanzanite Blue! FTW

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Originally Posted by SwedeJohanson

I just could bring myself to pay $1900 for Tanzanite Blue

I loved the Tanzanite Blue color on my previous M3ZCP. $1900 is worth it for that color!!

Kief · 03-13-2019, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by scottjays

I'm waiting to see what the M50i looks like in terms of increased perf, options, colors c'mon Tanzanite Blue! FTW

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Originally Posted by SwedeJohanson

I just could bring myself to pay $1900 for Tanzanite Blue

I loved the Tanzanite Blue color on my previous M3ZCP. $1900 is worth it for that color!!

scottjays · 03-13-2019, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Kief

I loved the Tanzanite Blue color on my previous M3ZCP. $1900 is worth it for that color!!

Love it!

videoman535i · 03-14-2019, 12:38 AM

Yes, it's very pretty (and I would have totally picked it), but I'm sorry, $1900 for a color that they should be offering anyway is just highway robbery, if you will excuse the pun.

MysticBlue · 03-14-2019, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by The J-Man

Here's the bottom line with the m50i. It will be maybe $800 more than the current 50i if you compare options to options. Further, dealers won't be price gouging. Deals will be the same as the 50i. It is not a limited or special edition car. It is simply the new x5 V8 non-m model. It will have no more or less demand than the 50i. Need further proof? Look at every single other mXX model in the BMW lineup.

Exactly. As I pointed out earlier in this thread, people need to be reminded that the M50i is not an addition to the lineup, it's just a replacement / continuation of the current 50i. No reason to expect it to be any more than the normal year over year increase.

Kief · 03-14-2019, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by videoman535i

Yes, it's very pretty (and I would have totally picked it), but I'm sorry, $1900 for a color that they should be offering anyway is just highway robbery, if you will excuse the pun.

Nah...I least I didn't pay $5k for individual San Marino Blue on my current M3CS (and now it's a standard color on the final M4 run)!!

Ilyam5 · 03-14-2019, 06:31 AM

I would not down play it either. BMW puts M performance cars in a separate categoty now
For starters - M pack and brakes are going to be included - so it will be 4400 dollars more to start.
That new engine is pretty impressive and was redesignd in a lot of areas. - go drive M850 to see and hear for yourself. HP bump alone is one of the highest i've heard of.

Bigger question is - will they offer air suspension as option or will they stick with performance springs and dampers to push the car further into sport category. Will they include DHP as standard - judging from M 340 - they might. It comes with rear differential. This will bump the price another 3400. So it is 8 k now

Will they exclude X line? Will you be able to order off road pack. I think - not. So for those who want off road x line 50. Now is the time to get one

mr meatball 97 · 03-14-2019, 11:37 AM

I just ordered a 50i 2 weeks ago....

I currently drive a 2016 X5 35i. Going from 320 hp to 456 hp is a huge jump. Not sure I need 500+ hp. Will there be any aesthetic changes other than the M logo on the side? Why would they not launch the M50i with the new X5 instead of releasing the 50i?

MystroX5 · 03-14-2019, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Kief

Nah...I least I didn't pay $5k for individual San Marino Blue on my current M3CS (and now it's a standard color on the final M4 run)!!

IMO, nobody does the black/blue or blue/black like Carbon Black, Tanzanite, San Marino, etc.. like BMW. Its a signature BMW look. To pay extra is no big deal as Porsche charges more for just about all their better colors.

dan1495 · 03-14-2019, 01:54 PM

My situation was somewhat different. I ordered a 2019 X5 50i in January to replace my company owned 2015 X5 50i. It had just turned 50,000 miles which is when I could replace it. I had a budget to work with that just barely worked with 2019 pricing and I am pretty sure 2020 pricing would have put it past that threshold. Therefore I felt fortunate the M50i hadn’t been introduced yet. 456 horsepower is adequate for me.

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SwedeJohanson Private 42 Rep 65 Posts Drives: BMW X5 50i Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Washington, DC iTrader: (0)	I pulled the trigger on Sat and ordered a 2019. I lease my cars, so I will take delivery in April, have it for 2-3 years (i.e., really don't care about the depreciation this fall when the new engine comes out, etc). My key decision was that the current horsepower and price are already crazy. Did I really need to wait until the fall for 70 more horsepower? I also didn't want the (possible) harsh ride of an "M" badged car as my daily commute includes city/urban driving. Thanks for all the insights and guidance! __________________ 2019 BMW X5 50i Carbon Black/Tartufo 2017 Audi Q7 Ink Blue/Beige 2015 BMW X5 50i Carbon Black/Tartufo 2012 BMW X5 35d Silver/Black
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Ilyam5 Major 895 Rep 1,075 Posts Drives: 06 M3 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: ma iTrader: (0)	I would not down play it either. BMW puts M performance cars in a separate categoty now For starters - M pack and brakes are going to be included - so it will be 4400 dollars more to start. That new engine is pretty impressive and was redesignd in a lot of areas. - go drive M850 to see and hear for yourself. HP bump alone is one of the highest i've heard of. Bigger question is - will they offer air suspension as option or will they stick with performance springs and dampers to push the car further into sport category. Will they include DHP as standard - judging from M 340 - they might. It comes with rear differential. This will bump the price another 3400. So it is 8 k now Will they exclude X line? Will you be able to order off road pack. I think - not. So for those who want off road x line 50. Now is the time to get one
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mr meatball 97 New Member 3 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW X5 30i Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Just ordered X5 50i I just ordered a 50i 2 weeks ago.... I currently drive a 2016 X5 35i. Going from 320 hp to 456 hp is a huge jump. Not sure I need 500+ hp. Will there be any aesthetic changes other than the M logo on the side? Why would they not launch the M50i with the new X5 instead of releasing the 50i?
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dan1495 Private First Class 69 Rep 118 Posts Drives: 2023 X5 40i 2023 M440i CV Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Houston Texas iTrader: (0)	My situation was somewhat different. I ordered a 2019 X5 50i in January to replace my company owned 2015 X5 50i. It had just turned 50,000 miles which is when I could replace it. I had a budget to work with that just barely worked with 2019 pricing and I am pretty sure 2020 pricing would have put it past that threshold. Therefore I felt fortunate the M50i hadn’t been introduced yet. 456 horsepower is adequate for me.
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