Rumor: WSJ – “BMW reconsidering its decision to cancel a new large SUV” – BMW X7?
 

With the X3 growing I'd expect the next X5 to grow also. I'd be surprised if there was room for an X7 above that.

I'd be interested in an X7. Doing a doard trip in the X5 with the twins doesn't leave much room for luggage and extras.

Well, now might be a good time to start R&D and get the ball rolling if the opportuned time to sell such a beast is in a few years... if you wait to design a car until the need is there you miss the ball by the time it comes off the line. On the other hand, you stand the chance to build something that won't sell due to economy if you are wrong on your projections...

I'd be truly thrown off and surprised the most if they decide to build a luxury/performance pickup truck... Against what BMW has been about, but so is lots of what they are doing now. Hybrids, 4x4 forced induction SAV ///M models, future 4cyl FWD models possibly?

While searching for my 2nd BMW (at the time), the biggest reason I chose the 740iL over the X5 3.0/5 is because of the lack of legroom. 4 out of 5 of my best friends are at least 6'2" or taller like myself, so small backseats with a bunch of fatties just doesnt work :D I purchased the X5 I have now just because I want to keep the miles off the other two and usually take one of my trailers with me while taking roadtrips between Reno or Seattle, so I needed an SUV. While I'll never get rid of the 7 because it's practically brand new mechanically, having an X7 with the rear legroom of the iL would be a complete win-win for me.

Don't forget the future turbo 3-cyl. :)

You have twins too eh? It's never a happy time to get more than 2 adults and them... the 3rd adult would have to sit between their car seats. We opted to skip the 3rd row because it's useless for the most part. I admit I got the X5 against better judgment when it comes to space efficiency and already 2 kids. I mean the double stroller takes up half the trunk already and it actually folds in half (the Combi).

It would really depend on how the X7 looks and drives. I don't want a Q7 wagon type. May as well go minivan then.

I'm in the same boat brother, 2 1/2 year old and an 18 month old. I considered getting the thrid row. I went as far as to putting my 2 car seats in the X5 on the showroom floor to see first hand if it was at all possible to access the "third row".. nope.. Then my salesman mentioned that he's seen adults in my situation open the tail gate and climb in that way.. I was like you try telling that to my wife! LMAO! :wow:

Yeap, I'm first in line for a BMW X7 - MB GL equivalent..

Another set of twins here. At 12, they are now way past the booster seats, car seats, strollers etc.. but we seem to be in need of more room than ever before. So we haven't been able to get rid of the minivan. The idea of an X7 is enticing but I don't think I would buy a BMW that big. For me, the X5 is just about the right size.

Been crossing fingers and toes for the X7 for some time now...hope they consider a V10 TT. Would be the perfect road trip hooliganmobile for my fam...

This is exactly what BMW needs, another SUV, crossover, GT, etc. :rolleyes:

Is it not scary to anyone else that BMW will soon make more trucks than cars? I like our X5, but one or two options for SUV's is all a company like BMW should focus on, imo. Leave the babycarriers to MB, Audi, Chevy, etc. BMW should not cater to every single market out there.

^ they're changing with the times... they are putting 4cyl turbos in their cars, they are going FWD, they put an M on a fat pig. It's all going to happen. There already has been much head-shaking. But there is still going to be money made (yes, I know). Not sure why they would stop here unless 1) there's really not a market for it or 2) it will drive like s#!t.

Personally I can't wait for a 2 door convertible version of the X5, now that's gonna be hot!

You think BMW needs to compete with this?
http://classicbroncos.com/photos/dat..._7269462_n.jpg

Can you imagine? You'll be able to go on safaris with the X5 convertible, in luxury! :wow:

I can handle some change. Like 1-3 trucks from a predominantly car focused company, but as many or more trucks than cars just flat out bothers me. Not only that, but they are creating needless truck segments. Sometimes change isn't good.

Not so much the Bronco (I would LOVE an original bronco in good condition)

But more of competition for Range Rovers, who have always bested BMW in the off-road segment, even when BMW owned them.

I would love to see BMW's take an the people mover / minivan. Closer to an RL than a GL.

The basic design of the minivan is extremely practical for families and groups. Give it the BMW touch in the chassis, design, luxury and technology departments and you would have a very respectable vehicle.

I can see why the SUV is sacrilegious to a car company but I own a 2011 X5 50 and a 2004 545. Yes we are talking 6 years difference but I can hustle that x5 with just as much confidence and response as my 545. I said this many years ago that my 545 is like a 740. In about 10 years we will have a 0 series to replace the 1 series which will replace the 3 series which will replace the 5 series which will replace the 7 series which will replace the 9 series ect.... I am pretty sure my grandkids will be driving in my funeral precession in a 11 series. hahaha

Completely agree with everything you said, especially the double stroller. I actually wanted the 3rd row as I was thinking when they eventualy are able to fasten themselves in that I would put their seats in the very back. However, not sure that is about to happen as I am installing screens for the middle row.

I have the third row and when the childern get to about 4 years old you can have them sit in the third row with no issues. My son loves when he can sit in the third row.

But when it does, I will be the first one at the dealership with cash in hand. Now thats gonna be hot!

What? :rofl:

I don't think "hot" can be used in the same sentence as "minivan" unless it is either on fire, or you are recalling a story about "borrowing" your parents minivan for a hot date back in high school. For me the latter involved a full size van with fold out bed back seat :D ;pervert;

X4(based on new 3-series) has the brightest possibility of the X2, X4 and X7.

:bustingupAwesome!

^ well they came out with the X6 before the ZDX or any other monstrosity like it came about... and the X6 is selling well above expectations.

Well, if the competition isn't doing it you would have the market cornered for compact premium SAV. What else is there that size besides small 4cyl fwd honda type things?