x5 4.6is or 4.8is?

[zannis]

Hi guys!!! I'm new member from NY.I really enjoy this forum here and I need help about these 2 models.I drive a m3 06 smg coupe and I want to sell it and to purchase an x5.How is the gas mileage? Do they have any mechanical problems or transmission problems?
Thanks
Zanni

[vinuneuro]

Not to turn you completely off this, but have you driven an X5 before? It's going to feel like a pontoon boat compared to your M3.

[jst2878]

youd be a fool if you took the 4.6 over the 4.8.

[zannis]

Originally Posted by vinuneuro

Not to turn you completely off this, but have you driven an X5 before? It's going to feel like a pontoon boat compared to your M3.

I drove the x3 and it was like a boat.I can imagine the x5. You right bro but you know we waiting for our 1 baby this month.

[zannis]

Originally Posted by jst2878

youd be a fool if you took the 4.6 over the 4.8.

The 4.8is is my first option of course bro

[chilliwilli]

I suggest test driving them both if you can. If the financial circumstances permit, the drive should convince you. I've driven both but own a 4.6is...there is little power difference, noticeable at higher speeds. The 4.8is has some upgrades over the 4.6is and feels a bit more refined. The 4.6is is less tamed, more like the wild stallion of the bunch.

Whichever you decide, you won't regret

[petener999]

You're right on the 4.6is is less tamed.

[vinuneuro]

M5?

Originally Posted by zannis

I drove the x3 and it was like a boat.I can imagine the x5. You right bro but you know we waiting for our 1 baby this month.

[zannis]

Originally Posted by vinuneuro

M5?

Witch one? The e60 or the e39? I like both bro but they are not good in the winter and my wife she don't know to drive cars with stick.

[vinuneuro]

Both will be fine if you have a set of wheels with winter tires.

You're going to need a second set of wheels and tires with the 4.8 or 4.6 as well. They come with summer tires, but even with all-seasons on those big wide wheels you'll have a very tough time.