Calling X6 owners

[cmyX6go]

I'm leaning towards getting an X6 when my lease is up in December. I went to the dealer yesterday and was sitting in one. I hate the narrow view out the rear window. I know the reverse camera is a help when backing as long as it's a clear DAY. But how do you find daily driving? The blind spots must be huge. I'm always panning my mirrors, keeping track of who is where. Cars must get lost on you while looking in the rear view. Of course I'll put my trusty spot mirrors on the side mirrors.

Just wondering....

[ravenheart]

Only had ours for 4 days - but no problems so far. The rear visiblity is less than in the X5, but it is not like you can't see the car behind you at all.

The side mirrors are bigger than the ones on the E53 which helps a lot as well against blind spots.

[cmyX6go]

Originally Posted by ravenheart

Only had ours for 4 days - but no problems so far. The rear visiblity is less than in the X5, but it is not like you can't see the car behind you at all.

The side mirrors are bigger than the ones on the E53 which helps a lot as well against blind spots.

I don't mean the car directly behind you, but say someone coming up from behind a lane over to the right or left.

Are you loving it? Is the handling blowing you away?

Congrats and thank you!

[ravenheart]

Yes - its great fun

Best way I can describe the bildspots is what my wife said: "Not as bad as I expected"

[cmyX6go]

Originally Posted by ravenheart

Yes - its great fun

Best way I can describe the bildspots is what my wife said: "Not as bad as I expected"

OK, that's good. I test drove one last summer but for a short spin.

Enjoy it.

[Martin_X5]

dont have a problem with mine but i would definatly got for the reversing camera, i did you wont regret it.

Enjoy

[Viperfreak2]

If you've ever driven a convertible with the top up, the X6 is not as bad.

I drove an old Chevy cube van with no windows in the back. Once you get used to 'driving with the mirrors' it is very easy.

[chonko]

I have had mine for 2 months now and I have to say I am loving it.
In terms of the blind-spot, I can't say I have noticed it besides the huge side mirrors help a lot.
With the regards to the rear view, I have to admit I rely heavily on the sensors when reversing, but I do the same with the Mrs X5, so I would say nothing unusual.
How it drives is where the X6 is the strongest- dare I say it handles like the 3 series to me, just that it is heavier and bulkier.

[cmyX6go]

Thanks guys. I'm getting excited. I love my E70 but I'm looking forward to something different. I can't wait to drive the 50i. I've been holding off for fear I may love it so much I'll be looking to get out of my current lease early.

Performance Center Delivery is sounding really good too.

I am going to test drive the S5, that's a hot looking car. I think I'm already sold on the X6 though. If the 650 had xdrive it would be a tough choice.

[Boston X5 4.4]

Originally Posted by cmyX5go

I am going to test drive the S5, that's a hot looking car. I think I'm already sold on the X6 though. If the 650 had xdrive it would be a tough choice.

You'll look hawt in either one

...sorry, nothing else useful to add