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Old 07-05-2012, 06:59 AM
wch X5 wch X5 is offline
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wch X5 is on a distinguished road
I'm hoping for an improvement in all of the things listed above except that I am not sure that the carbon ceramic brakes will be worth it. I went with a new ML63 after two X5's because I could get equivalent power with an impressive exhaust note and a similar handling experience with better efficiency and a nicer interior. The ML63 is rated 14/18 with a 7 speed transmission but does better as long as I don't flog the pedal. The stop/start system works pretty well and seems to improve gas mileage especially since I mostly drive in the city. On the other hand, the ML63's steering is lighter than I am used to. Looking forward to seeing how this evolves.
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