I would not mind paying $10 per gallon if I was paid in British pounds, had free medical and dental, and did not have to pay as much as we are paying for our kids' college education. Two US dollars per one British Pound pretty much level the playing field. We are already headed for $4 dollar per gallon of regular gas. I seriously doubt many members on this board having means and desire for an X5 looked at the mpg as a deal breaker.