Here's what Brian's talking about (hope the owner doesn't mind me borrowing the pic)...

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/5...ture002ap5.jpg

It's definitely extended out more than other vehicles I've seen as standard. I never really felt it was a problem getting out myself though. Having actual boards there was pretty bad.

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'08 X5 3.0si - Alpine White / Saddle Brown interior
Specs: Sport Pkg, Premium Pkg, Tech Pkg, Comfort Access, Aero Kit, Style 433 staggered 20s on Conti DWS
Mods: Carbon 35 tint, LED angel eyes, GP Thunder 7500k fogs, H&R 20mm/25mm spacers, clear reflectors, gunsmoke-tinted taillights
Coded: Digital speedo, windows/sunroof/tailgate close via keyfob

X5 pics at Flickr