I have to agree with most of the people who are pro-X7. I had an e70 X5, and it was good, but limited in some respects. We are now considering a GL 350, and really don't want to jump over to MB. However, the GL has the right amount of size and features. The cargo space is great, power third seats makes life easy, which with kids is nice, or if loading things that require more room.

I think that BMW is really underestimating their potential market, as they have many positives going for them...excellent diesel engine, 4yr/50K mile warranty, excellent handling dynamics, excellent (new) iDrive system. The SUV/SAV market is on the upswing, as judged by my conversations with both BMW and MB dealers. The BMW dealers cannot keep the X5 35d's in stock, and MB can't keep the ML/GL diesels in stock.

I really wish that BMW would reconsider their decision on this issue. In many ways, the diesel engine helps to obviate many of the concerns over the gas guzzler image associated with these vehicles. Can you imagine if they were able to come to market with a diesel and diesel hybrid engine?

Well, looks like I am going to go shake hands with the devil...lol. GL 350 on the way.