[salfeet84]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

My X5 50i M-Sport is due next week but my dealer had a very closely equipped 50i M-Sport to demo extensively. I own fast cars so I tend to be critical more than most. To start off, if you haven't driven one hard, it's a beast. It really is.
BMW magaged to take the excellent ZF 8 speed and make it even better and optimized it for seamless performance. There is no discernible turbo lag at all. 0-60 mph feels fast but even more impressive is the endless torque that keeps going. 60-110mph feels just as fast and solidly planted and it keeps going. 12.4 1/4 mile is doable for sure.

I currently have a 2016 X5M and will be trading it in tomorrow when I take delivery of my '19 X5 50i, u think it'll be a huge letdown/shock?

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by salfeet84

I currently have a 2016 X5M and will be trading it in tomorrow when I take delivery of my '19 X5 50i, u think it'll be a huge letdown/shock?

The X5M of that gen is comporable if I recall correctly. the driving Dynamics of the new one appear to be better so you'll have to let us know. Did you get the DHP?

[salfeet84]

Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

The X5M of that gen is comporable if I recall correctly. the driving Dynamics of the new one appear to be better so you'll have to let us know. Did you get the DHP?

Yes, that was the first option I chose

[tqbmw]

Originally Posted by salfeet84

Yes, that was the first option I chose

It's a SUV at the end of the day. Even the 4.0 is plenty fast for a suv. Is the x5 your only car? I have a 19 x5 4.0 and an F10 m5 which I bought back in 2013 and keeping both

[salfeet84]

Originally Posted by tqbmw

It's a SUV at the end of the day. Even the 4.0 is plenty fast for a suv. Is the x5 your only car? I have a 19 x5 4.0 and an F10 m5 which I bought back in 2013 and keeping both

I have a benz gls 550 which I'm keeping but thats more of the family car, the x5 is "mine" not even a car seat in the back, hope it goes well

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by salfeet84

I currently have a 2016 X5M and will be trading it in tomorrow when I take delivery of my '19 X5 50i, u think it'll be a huge letdown/shock?

Your gonna love it. It’s also going to feel like a huge leap in design and technology.

[salfeet84]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

Your gonna love it. It’s also going to feel like a huge leap in design and technology.

That's one of the main reasons I'm trading in... my 2016 is so ancient when it comes to tech stuff

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by salfeet84

That's one of the main reasons I'm trading in... my 2016 is so ancient when it comes to tech stuff

It’s like a poker game and 2019-2020 was when every manufacture turns a page and shows where they are going with the next evolution.
Audi showed their hand with the Q8, MB showed their hand with the GLE (reviews are out) and BMW showed where they are going. Everything elsemlike RR is last generation. BMW has shown their cards to still be the drivers performance SUV of the new rigs. You have future proofed yourself 5-6 years at least buy buying now. I think this is the most impressive looking X5 and SUV in general from the modern rigs. When the Cayenne, Q8, etc.all have soft round shapes, the X5 is aggressive and purposeful looking. It’s non-apologetic and has a clear identity from any angle.

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

It's like a poker game and 2019-2020 was when every manufacture turns a page and shows where they are going with the next evolution.
Audi showed their hand with the Q8, MB showed their hand with the GLE (reviews are out) and BMW showed where they are going. Everything elsemlike RR is last generation. BMW has shown their cards to still be the drivers performance SUV of the new rigs. You have future proofed yourself 5-6 years at least buy buying now. I think this is the most impressive looking X5 and SUV in general from the modern rigs. When the Cayenne, Q8, etc.all have soft round shapes, the X5 is aggressive and purposeful looking. It's non-apologetic and has a clear identity from any angle.

The X5 sets a the standard once again. Audi really fell short, I was expecting not from them with the Q8 but it's really nothing special

[PhatBoyG]

Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

The X5 sets a the standard once again. Audi really fell short, I was expecting not from them with the Q8 but it's really nothing special

I was underwhelmed by the Q8. The V6 was not enough for the vehicle, in my opinion, however the handling was decent.

I was really looking forward to the new technology package from Audi (in the A6, A7, and now Q8) and after using it during all three test drives, I have to say, I wasn't impressed. In fact, I was disappointed.

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

The X5 sets a the standard once again. Audi really fell short, I was expecting not from them with the Q8 but it's really nothing special

I waited to this year to update knowing all the new SUV’s were to be released. I even throught about going back to a car with the new A7 or A8. I can’t figure out where Audi is going with their SUV market? Soft and fluffy around the edges and continuing the move away from a drivers car. It’s a fluffy SUV you buy the wife as it’s nonthreating looks and average performance doesn’t call out to the driver enthusiast at all. The duo touch screens in the Velar and now Audi don’t work well when driving. Haptic feedback is meaningless when I still have to look down and make sure my finger is properly placed on the all smooth screens. It’s madding and a horrible implemtation of technology interface.

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by tqbmw

It's a SUV at the end of the day. Even the 4.0 is plenty fast for a suv. Is the x5 your only car? I have a 19 x5 4.0 and an F10 m5 which I bought back in 2013 and keeping both

Nothing beats a nice performance sedan and a nice X5 as a combo. It will just be so confusing to go out to the garage each day and go through the anxiety of having to choose. Rough life for sure.

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by PhatBoyG

I was underwhelmed by the Q8. The V6 was not enough for the vehicle, in my opinion, however the handling was decent.

I was really looking forward to the new technology package from Audi (in the A6, A7, and now Q8) and after using it during all three test drives, I have to say, I wasn't impressed. In fact, I was disappointed.

I agree, Audi once set the bar with Quattro and their minimalist interiors, now they're following the pack in a bad way.

[tqbmw]

Originally Posted by sygazelle

Nothing beats a nice performance sedan and a nice X5 as a combo. It will just be so confusing to go out to the garage each day and go through the anxiety of having to choose. Rough life for sure.

Indeed it is tough but lucky to have that option. We also have a 2011 328xi (I guess that's the beater?).

[like2short]

Originally Posted by bavaria22

Can anyone please post the times for a 40i here? Thanks!

4.9 to 60 for 4.0i by car and driver

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by like2short

4.9 to 60 for 4.0i by car and driver

The 40i isn't slow but it's also not very fast as expected. the B58 is still a great engine

[ILM_X5]

Originally Posted by like2short

4.9 to 60 for 4.0i by car and driver

I was shocked when I read the new Car and Driver review today confirming 4.9sec 0-60 for the 40i. I felt like mine was a little quicker than the BMW claim, but I'm still only at ~550 miles and haven't tried for myself.

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by CLT_X5

I was shocked when I read the new Car and Driver review today confirming 4.9sec 0-60 for the 40i. I felt like mine was a little quicker than the BMW claim, but I'm still only at ~550 miles and haven't tried for myself.

BMW and Porsche notoriously are conservative with their performance numbers. Its been that way forever. Domestic brands are the exact opposite.

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

BMW and Porsche notoriously are conservative with their performance numbers. Its been that way forever. Domestic brands are the exact opposite.

Adding to that, Audi is usually spot on. I guess it's bad because I always expect more from BMW so when they say 4.6s I'm expecting 4.3s or better