Darren,

I'm a sports car guy as well. I am on my second X5.. First I owned the 4.4 now I am in a 4.8is. I love the car.

I have to admit that my porsche sits in the garage a ton. The X5 handles incredibly and the power is perfectly suited for an SAV. The performance difference between a 1997 911 and a 4.8is is not that great.
But that also has a lot to do with the fact that the 911 has 282hp. The 4.8is has 360hp. Of course there is a weight difference and no car brakes or handles like a 911.. But I don't miss it for daily driving..

You will not be disappointed..

And, for the record.. When I can bring my X5 to the track and do some laps.. I will, without a moment of hesitation.. And it will have no problems keeping up with 3 series bmw's, 5 series bmw's, Audi A4's, etc..

B

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