2012 X5
 

Hello All,

Does anyone know for sure when the 2012 X5 will go into production? My dealer tells me that it will be orderable in March with April delivery; says they'll get the option codes, etc. by end of Feb. I'm wondering if they are just assuming this because of last year's production cycle. Apparantly there are several other models changing over to '12 at the same time.

Tried BMW customer service 800#, but they said they can't comment.

Thanks foir any input.

March April 2011 seems WAY TOO early to get a 2012 model. I know manufacturers are releasing models earlier and earlier...but I cannot imagine BMW would release a 2012 model in the beginning of 2011. Just a guess, but I would think mid or late summer!

That would be my guess.

While BMW keeps their model changeover times close to their vest, since the just did a big powertrain upgrade to the petrol X5 models, I would put my money on the 2012 X5 model changerover being the more normal Oct/Nov timeframe.

Didn't they just do a significant change in the LCI model 2011 ? I wouldn't think you would see much difference in 2012.

LCI should be at least 3 years. Are we sure the X5 is not slated for 2013 with a order timeframe of maybe Mar/April 2012?

I emailed my dealer and asked them to double check on a Spring '11 launch for the 2012 X5. They replied that after looking into it, they were correct and the '12 X5 will be available this Spring; no specific month. Previously they had stated that they should have the build codes by end of Feb, order in Mar for Apr delivery. Only a couple of months so I am willing to wait. I doubt there will be much in way of changes after LCI; maybe communications, iPod integration. The '11 was introduced last Spring, so it will have been about a year.

If you're going to base a purchase on waiting for those types of things, don't ever buy anything. There will always be new things , and changes .

Guessing 8spd for the 35d for 2012 (hoping a 40d, but doubt it)...other than that and minor stuff, cant think they'll do much since it just got an update.

October/November sounds reasonable unless there is a physical change

They've already announced that it's sticking with the 35d, and 6 speed, at least until 2014...

:iagree:

Oh yes. Definitely.

I buy lots of technology stuff, which of course changes constantly. My advice (for what it's worth) is two-fold..

Rule 1: Unless you know or strongly suspect that a significant update is coming - end of model year, etc. - buy it now.

Rule 2. Buy the best / biggest you can afford. That is, don't buy the 32GB iPod if there's a 64GB available now. That way, your product will (hopefully) be somewhat less obsolete when the new one comes out.

Rule 3: if a new model just came out, buy now.

This is such a PITA, for us Apple whores, there's a website..

Mac Buyer's Guide: Know When to Buy Your Mac, iPod or iPhone

It's easier with Apple, though, because they sort of stick to a schedule. It's not foolproof, though. On this one, for example, they say "iPhone: Don't buy - updates soon." Well, yeah, but not for like six months (probably). Of course, it's up to you to decide if halfway through a product lifecycle is "soon" or not.

For the X5, we know the new one isn't coming until AT LEAST 2014. My 2011 will probably have 100K miles by then so it would be TIME for a new one.

BMW though.. Not so much. I'm glad they frequently refresh their product, but I am not used to someone making substantial changes in the middle of a model year. I am used to a car maker introducing changes with a NEW model, not "well, we made four changes to the 35i Premium in the 2011 model year." It's not.. comforting.

A good friend of mine who also buys lots of tech crap is one of those "don't buy anything now. Wait." with the result that so much of his stuff is so obsolete it's useless (won't work with the new stuff).

One slight comfort is that while the PACE of changes is EXTREMELY rapid, the trend tends to be that a new version of a product is usually only a minor change. This is why, for example, I can keep a MacBook Pro for at least two years before a genuine "new model" comes around.

I can set my 2010 model next to my 2009 model and they are virtually indistinguishable on the outside or even when you open the lid. There are faster guts in it, but even still it's not a DRAMATIC change.

(no, don't ask why I bought a new one anyway..)

Cars, thankfully, don't change QUITE so often. I might have bought a used X5, but by Rule 3 (above) I couldn't go wrong.

It's true - you can't win this game. I didn't know that there would be new entertainment options. I MIGHT have waited, but by Rule 2, I hedged the bet a little bit - heeded Rule 1 - and I'm still happy.

The additional qualifier for automotive technology is that Rule 3 involves significant risk of first year problems. Most new computers work fine. With new models of vehicles, the first year of production will always have additional issues. Bleeding edgers don't mind, but others should know what they are getting in to. When the 3.0tt came out, I just made sure that I bought the first production of year 2. My X5 was 2003, the last (and most reliable) of the pre-LCI models. I wouldn't have bought a 2004, even though they were only six months away. I wasn't in the market for one, but I wouldn't have bought a 2007 X5, and won't buy a 2011 X3.

Well, apparently the X5's built from March forward will have the Corona LED rings and the new BMW software for your Idrive that is App friendly. If that's worth waiting, go right ahead. I agree with the last few statements. I buy a new vehicle every 2-3 years. When I do, I do not skimp on options and try to get the most loaded one I can afford. Usually works well for me.

So, back at the 'When is the 2012 Model Year' ranch, we have not heard back from the OP on why he is so curious about the '12 MY order time...

Was inquiring myself and was told March...LED halo's and other goodies included.

Announced ? Er, I don't think so. Bmw never makes such forward looking statements. I agree we probably won't see it in the e70 for the USA market for many reasons. Although, its possible it comes. Automotive market constantly changes so it depends on what the competition is up to, although the diesel market not so much, as its still pretty new for USA.

Also rumors of a 45d on the horizon too.

Weird CW...so do the mkting mavens call that a 2012, or a 2011 and a Qtr? ;)

Makes sense to me: order your new car in March, get it in April or May, and it's a '2012'. :rofl:

Ah, geniuses at work, while most of the other important stuff/fixes/gizmo re-dos are still floating around in the 'committee meetings'.

Just posted some info about 6NR. This *should be coming on the E70 ... April.*

One of the car rags I was reading a few weeks ago mentioned that the 4.0d isn't 50 state legal. That's probably why it won't make it here.

Just tried to order a 2011 x5 this weekend and was told it would not arrive until April and would be a 2012 model. Main upgrade is the iPod integration.

I just checked on my order (35d) and it should be in production within a week or so. I hope I get the Corona rings since it's close to a March build (well kinda).

I tried to (re)order a 2011 X5 50i but, apparently, 2011 models can no longer be ordered. Looks like I might end up with a 2012 (corona rings maybe!).

Note: See this thread for background story: http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...ne-friday.html

I saw the actual BMW production sheet few weeks back and 2012 X5 was April delivery.
3rd gen X5 is just a little over 2 years away.

Perfect ! That will be my next X5, if Porsche doesn't lure me in !!

Yeah, I looked at a new Cayenne S before I got the '11 X5. The interior is amazing, but the exterior is smaller, lower and narrower than the past model Cayenne. It drove beautifully, but the new smaller size, made me think of the new Cayenne as a "girl's" car. The X5 looks and drives beefier and more substantial.

Having owned a 2006 911 and a 2008 911 Turbo Cabriolet...Porsche builds a GREAT car. 100% problem free and very easy to own (although the Turbo requires a qt. of oil about every 500 miles...at owner's expense).

I think the new '11 Touareg looks better than the new Cayenne, and although they are the "same" car, the VW looks more aggressive and bigger!!

I must be one of the few that dislike the new Cayenne interior. It's way too busy with too many buttons with too small of labels (don't want to wear reading glasses while driving), and whether black or tan, was too monotone.

I couldn't get past that, and the high side bolsters of the sport seats to even bother with a test drive.

2012 x5
 

the 2012 x5's are on order, should see them around April, if your looking for a great deal or would like to order one let me know!! great deals :cool:

the 2012 x5 will go in to production end of March early April and should hit the local dealers around end of April early May. The biggest difference is the LED lights on the car and a lot more standard options. If you want to order one or need more info you can email me [email protected]

I went to the new X3 event last week and noticed they made comfort access a standard option (at least on the 35i). I think they had whatever equivalent adaptive drive is on there too... not sure if that was an option or what. It drove amazingly...

This might sound stupid but here it goes.

I ordered an X5 what I thought to be a 2011 year model, reading these post it make the year seem a little foggy. My VIN gets assigned on 13 April with a completion date of 20 April if production of the 2012 models start early April then my question is what year is it going to be a 2011 or 2012?

Since its going to have the diesel engine I am guessing from reading the prior post that I will get a 2012 body with a 2011 engine, anyone want to make any suggestions add to my stupid thoughts?

Wondering whether you are buying a US model or not? If it is for back home, and is a US model, then I presume you would get a 2011 since the diesels are said to not be changing until later in the year. If it is not a North American model, then the games that BMWNA is playing probably won't matter; Some countries don't allow this arbitrary renaming of years and simply go by the production date to determine the year.

It will be a US model, since my wife is in the Army and assuming some day we return to the US it only benifits us to purchase the State side legal model.

Thanks for the response..