[JRobUSC]

Originally Posted by arciga18

I like the Split. It keeps groceries and junk from falling out.

This is still an SUV....

And it makes it easier to load the cargo area, and you don't have to worry about scraping the bumper. Plus if you need to drive with the top clamshell open because you're carrying an especially long item, you can do it while leaving the bottom closed, and keeping the rest of the cargo safe. And the top hatch doesn't lift sky high because it's not as long as other SUV's. I can't think of anything negative about the two piece design, especially now that both pieces are power operated. But to the other poster who was going to buy something else over it, enjoy.

[midlifecrisis]

Originally Posted by jtd

So the rear flap is still divided?
I hate this

I like the split tailgate. It's one of the things on the X5 that makes it better than most if the competition.

[JMAN1111]

They need to make an x5/x6 m50i. Big mistake if they do not.

[Kief]

Originally Posted by sward

M sport is what you want. It looks even more sporty than on the X3, especially the rear bumper.

Without question! MSport w/upgraded wheels is always what you want to make it look good (like my previous E70 and F15). I know once I see it IRL, the wife's G01 X3 M40i may have to go. Despite the fun factor with the M40i, this new G05 MSport is going to have so much more presence!! Possibly 325 wide tires on 22"!!!

[Beefcake]

Originally Posted by roxxor

^ this is what I'm waiting to hear about too before I decide between new X5 or 530e. Based on my commute and not charging at work every day I'm hoping for a bit more range than 15-20 miles.

correct!

And since all the new models like: 6GT, X2, X3/X4 all just have diesel and petrol, it seems BMW is holding out on any Hybrids until a certain moment or technology is available.

Com'on where are those insiders... enlighten us!

[gmag]

Originally Posted by Kief

Without question! MSport w/upgraded wheels is always what you want to make it look good (like my previous E70 and F15). I know once I see it IRL, the wife's G01 X3 M40i may have to go. Despite the fun factor with the M40i, this new G05 MSport is going to have so much more presence!! Possibly 325 wide tires on 22"!!!

The tire sizes for the 22" wheels on the X5 will be:
275/40/R22 front
315/35/R22 rear

[Kief]

Originally Posted by gmag

The tire sizes for the 22" wheels on the X5 will be:
275/40/R22 front
315/35/R22 rear

Thanks for confirming. sward couldn't recall after seeing it at an event.

Originally Posted by sward

I believe it was 325 but I'm not 100% sure. It could have been 315

[sward]

Originally Posted by Kief

Thanks for confirming. sward couldn't recall after seeing it at an event.

Great

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by JRobUSC

The air suspension is height adjustable. Marketing super expensive SUV's for their "off road" abilities seems to work pretty well for Range Rover.

This! One of the best drivetrain bits of the RRS. Always been a tad limiting having front springs I'd say.

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by goj

Yeah sure because Land Rover has heritage off road. BMW does not

I'm guessing BMW must have taken a good long look at LR Air Suspension while they owned LR? I wonder if it existed back then and why only now it's being deployed.

Great move/option anyway.

[JayPichardo]

Originally Posted by JustChris

I'm guessing BMW must have taken a good long look at LR Air Suspension while they owned LR? I wonder if it existed back then and why only now it's being deployed.

Great move/option anyway.

I am sure some of that stuff was still in the lab at that time

[secretanchitman]

Anyone have the full options list for the xDrive 40i?

[JayPichardo]

Originally Posted by secretanchitman

Anyone have the full options list for the xDrive 40i?

Most of the stuff is there right now but we suspect some of the stand alone options are still missing.

[lemetier]

Originally Posted by JustChris

I'm guessing BMW must have taken a good long look at LR Air Suspension while they owned LR? I wonder if it existed back then and why only now it's being deployed.

Great move/option anyway.

Air Suspension was introduced to the Range Rover Classic in 1992 and revised in 1994 (Classic was produced until 1995). The 2nd Gen P38 launched in 1994 used the same basic chassis and EAS as the 94-95 LWB Classic. When BMW acquired Rover Group that same year, they absolutely hated the P38 and scrapped the plans to do a major overhaul for release in 1999 (including an ultra luxury V12 model). Instead, the L322 was developed along with and thus shared quite a bit with the first X5. The E53 was available with both a rear axle self leveling and EHC 2 Axle Adjustable Air Suspension (std on 4.6/4.8iS).

[lemetier]

Originally Posted by JustChris

This! One of the best drivetrain bits of the RRS. Always been a tad limiting having front springs I'd say.

Definitely gives a leg up...literally.

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by lemetier

Air Suspension was introduced to the Range Rover Classic in 1992 and revised in 1994 (Classic was produced until 1995). The 2nd Gen P38 launched in 1994 used the same basic chassis and EAS as the 94-95 LWB Classic. When BMW acquired Rover Group that same year, they absolutely hated the P38 and scrapped the plans to do a major overhaul for release in 1999 (including an ultra luxury V12 model). Instead, the L322 was developed along with and thus shared quite a bit with the first X5. The E53 was available with both a rear axle self leveling and EHC 2 Axle Adjustable Air Suspension (std on 4.6/4.8iS).

Top Knowledge. I bet BMW hated it due to weight and packaging restrictions back then.

[JayPichardo]

As a CA I cant tell you how happy it makes me to see air suspension being offered in both X5 and X7. People ask for a lot, not for the "off road" capabilities but to make it easier on kids to claim in the car and for the snow months.

[barcelona]

Until May 31 in Toronto , BMW Canada is offering $3750 credit on F15.

[barcelona]

Originally Posted by bubbahead

I spoke to a service technician in Toronto and he said they have a ‘technical seminar’ in November for the G05. Not sure how that plays out with when we’ll see them on the road.

Key is to buy/invited @ premiere/unveiling. For G01, I got $1500 promo discount.

[bubbahead]

Originally Posted by barcelona

Key is to buy/invited @ premiere/unveiling. For G01, I got $1500 promo discount.

Did you ask to be invited ?

[bob330i]

Originally Posted by barcelona

Key is to buy/invited @ premiere/unveiling. For G01, I got $1500 promo discount.

Or go to one of those ultimate drive or Susan G Koman drive events. I've gotten that $1500 from participating in those events last year.

[JayPichardo]

UPDATE: USB Type C replaces all but one of the USB connections that will remain Type A