Newbie Considering 2011 X5 - Page 2

BMWREXPENSIVE · #11 08-17-2010, 04:18 PM

Thanks. I think we are waiting till end of year/beginning of next year. I know getting a CPO 2011 would be very difficult, but assuming someone has one now they may need to get rid of it at end of year with 7-10k miles on it.

The 19" wheels on the Premium Package aren't run flat, are they??

And is 7% off of sticker really reasonable? If so, that is great as you are looking at ~$4000 off sticker.

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barbja · #12 08-17-2010, 04:20 PM

The 35i Sport Activity adds sport suspension on top of the Premium also. That's a significant difference.

Aqua Bliss · #13 08-17-2010, 04:22 PM

I went with x5 35i basic and will be upgrading fender flares + 20" replica wheels. Saved myself at least $7k over going with the sport... I didn't want roof rails or running boards though so it suited me just fine. If those (or leather) are deal breakers for you then you'll need at least Premium.

BMWREXPENSIVE · #14 08-17-2010, 04:24 PM

Thanks...need leather and running boards for sure. So Premium as a minimum.

The 19" wheels on the Premium Package aren't run flat, are they??

And is 7% off of sticker really reasonable? If so, that is great as you are looking at ~$4000 off sticker

Aqua Bliss · #15 08-17-2010, 04:25 PM

Forgot to mention that I am 6' 2" and went from 2007 328i coupe to 2011 x5... x5 feels muchhhh roomier and legroom if very adequate for me. Also just the fact that the cabin is so much taller helps you feel less "couped" up no pun intended.

kimg9582 · #16 08-17-2010, 04:58 PM

Plus in a 3-series, your legs are stretched forward in a lower seating position. But, in an X5, you are sitting up taller like on a chair, so it's much more comfortable in my view. It has more headroom too and wider.

BGM · #17 08-17-2010, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by barbja

The 35i Sport Activity adds sport suspension on top of the Premium also. That's a significant difference.

Actually, no, BMW changed the Sport Package with the '10 models--the sport suspension is now called Adaptive Drive and is a stand alone option.

JCL · #18 08-17-2010, 05:30 PM

You really need to sit in one configured as you will purchase it. I found a real lack of headroom in the E70, due to the panorama sunroof. It had less headroom than my 2003 E53. I am also 6'4", but it depends on more than just your height, it is about where your length is (legs vs torso). I like the seat upright for my back comfort (and the comfort seats are the best option IMO)

If you are getting running boards for the looks, great. If you are getting them for function, try them out first on a wet day and see how disfunctional they are.

BMWREXPENSIVE · #19 08-17-2010, 06:51 PM

Thanks. Having a Tahoe with running boards and also considering an ML with running boards, I am fully aware that they are only for look and offer zero functionality. Any response on if 19" wheels are run flat or not and if 7% off MSRP is reasonable?

Thanks for all the great information so far!!

JCL · #20 08-17-2010, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWREXPENSIVE

Thanks. Having a Tahoe with running boards and also considering an ML with running boards, I am fully aware that they are only for look and offer zero functionality. Any response on if 19" wheels are run flat or not and if 7% off MSRP is reasonable?

Thanks for all the great information so far!!

They are run flats.

I wasn't suggesting that they have no functionality, they actually work very well at getting pants legs dirty. They are a negative that some purchasers have regretted. Some still like the looks though.

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