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BMW X5 12-18-2016 02:47 PM
Odd grille question?
 
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Guys just picked up a 2016 50i and the front driver and passenger bottom grille covers are different one is open other is closed. It was a demo training vehicle thoughts?

BMW X5 12-20-2016 08:12 AM
so I THINK it's by design and the dealer sent a few pics from lot with same but really?

iconoclast 12-20-2016 09:26 AM
It is intentional. You can purchase an open grille and swap it out yourself.
I recently did that and it improves the looks much more especially since I am a stickler for symmetry.

I anticipate a negligible decrease in MPG which is not really a concern of mine but it will create a slight bit of drag with air flowing into that pocket versus being directed around the vehicle.

BMW X5 12-20-2016 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by iconoclast (Post 1096325)
It is intentional. You can purchase an open grille and swap it out yourself.
I recently did that and it improves the looks much more especially since I am a stickler for symmetry.

I anticipate a negligible decrease in MPG which is not really a concern of mine but it will create a slight bit of drag with air flowing into that pocket versus being directed around the vehicle.
awesome thanks for confirming. one of those things never thought to even consider but...

iconoclast 01-25-2017 07:55 PM
I am a stickler for symmetry so I purchased a matching grill.


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