I heard the same thing about bmw and Audi. I had an Audi with 150k miles and in a year the only problem I had was a bad crank sensor. my x5 had 105k and I dropped t off at a shop and had everything fixed. 2 years later only time it left me stranded was a failed fuel pump.

I like the e70 because it's real sporty from what I read. I love the interior. I never drove one but I like what I see from the 0-60 numbers.

I like the q7 because I'm a VAG guy at heart. I never drove or sat in one before but I love the front and back of the car and the interior is ok. the 0-60 numbers are similar to my e53 but I like that a tune and a different supercharger pulley can get me 100hp more.

I like the rugged look of the lr3 I like that I sit nice and high, has lots of head room and the seats are comfortable. I never drove one but I'm worried about the mpg and the 0-60 is similar to my e53

the x5 and Audi I would have to finance with the x5 being more affordable for me. the lr3 I have the money to buy it

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