Similarly, I don't see the point of the X6. I don't hate it. I think from some angles it looks pretty good. It is just that the concept is silly. The E53 was nice IMO. The E70 went in the wrong direction, heavier and larger. The X6 takes those bad habits (heavier, larger), and then takes out the utility as the kicker.

The X5 is an SUV with not as much utility as some others, so BMW had to invent a new name, SAV. Now, they have an SAV that isn't very good for activities, either, so the fix is to invent another new name, an SAC. Big fat cars just aren't sporty. It is like calling a mid seventies Eldorado a sports car because it has 2 doors.

I am not sure it is worth blaming BMW, they are just chasing a market. I think it is a commentary on society in general that something like this is perceived as progress.

Anyway, to summarize: no hate, just resigned acceptance. I hope that all who buy one enjoy them, until public opinion changes and the SUV-haters start keying them like in London. Maybe that won't happen until after the lease terms are up.

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2007 X3 3.0si, 6 MT, Premium, White

Retired:
2008 535i, 6 MT, M Sport, Premium, Space Grey
2003 X5 3.0 Steptronic, Premium, Titanium Silver
2002 325xi 5 MT, Steel Grey
2004 Z4 3.0 Premium, Sport, SMG, Maldives Blue