^ I asked my dealer if they sold a lot of 3.0s... he said 90% of X5s sold there were 3.0s... wow. I'm thinking a lot of people believe the 4.8 is not worth the difference in price. Or a lot are really worried about the gas mileage during these times. I worked out the math and a 4.8 would cost me $500 more in gas a year over the 3.0si... but only $100 more a year over my current ride which takes regular 87.

I got quoted an out-the-door price for the 4.8i of $7400 more (only about $1800 off MSRP).