OT-- 2011 X5 5.0
06-14-2010, 08:38 AM
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OT-- 2011 X5 5.0
There is probably no bigger Cayenne devotee than me, yet I can't help but wonder about the new X5 5.0. Twin turbos, 400 HP, 0-60 in 5.3 seconds...
Plus, I think the interior of is REALLY nice...
When I configure the 5.0 the same way as I would configure a new Cayenne S, it works out to be almost $20,000 cheaper.... Yikes!
I had the original version of the X5 a few years ago and it didn't hold a candle to the Cayenne...but this one seems to have a lot more to offer.
Any one driven the new 5.0? Impressions?
(Plus, service is free on the BMW for 50 miles)
Plus, I think the interior of is REALLY nice...
When I configure the 5.0 the same way as I would configure a new Cayenne S, it works out to be almost $20,000 cheaper.... Yikes!
I had the original version of the X5 a few years ago and it didn't hold a candle to the Cayenne...but this one seems to have a lot more to offer.
Any one driven the new 5.0? Impressions?
(Plus, service is free on the BMW for 50 miles)
Say it aint so.... Joe 
06-14-2010, 11:16 AM
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do you (Rome) think the handling will be the same as a Cayenne? If I had to pick my most favorite Cayenne characteristics, it would be the great driving experience. I agree with you %100 on interior and the much attractive complimentary maintenance including the windshield wiper blades and brakes.
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06-14-2010, 12:50 PM
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God...I hope not!
My previous X5 handled great, but more like a sedan than a sports car (even though I had the "sport version" of of X5). This is why I went for the Cayenne.
It sounds like they've really juiced up the new one to compete with the CS.
The options seem much more fairly priced...for ex. it's only $350 for Sat Radio.
I think for about $67K I can build an 8 cyl twin turbo that goes 0-60 in 5.3 seconds, with leather, pano roof, nav and premium stero (and some other goodies). I think I'm at about $85K for similar set up on the Cayenne S and I'm not sure it will be as fast.
Looks wise, I have always preferred the Cayenne, but still waivering about the rear.
Handling is another story...and very, very important to me...guess I got go drive it and see.
My previous X5 handled great, but more like a sedan than a sports car (even though I had the "sport version" of of X5). This is why I went for the Cayenne.
It sounds like they've really juiced up the new one to compete with the CS.
The options seem much more fairly priced...for ex. it's only $350 for Sat Radio.
I think for about $67K I can build an 8 cyl twin turbo that goes 0-60 in 5.3 seconds, with leather, pano roof, nav and premium stero (and some other goodies). I think I'm at about $85K for similar set up on the Cayenne S and I'm not sure it will be as fast.
Looks wise, I have always preferred the Cayenne, but still waivering about the rear.
Handling is another story...and very, very important to me...guess I got go drive it and see.
06-14-2010, 12:57 PM
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I would probably go for the black interior with dark bamboo and the Nevada leather (because I think you need to order that to get the leather on the dash and center console).
A big seller for me is the pano roof. The one on the X5 is really cool...almost makes it like a targa...with 3/2 of the roof open to the sky. I really want a very open roof and I am disappointed in the new verison of the pano roof on the Cayenne. it's terrible. It is basically a std moonroof, with a clear panel over the back side (like in Mecedes) . On the plus side, it's only $900 (compared to something like $4000 for the prior style) but it's not a true open roof, and I would gladly pay if they made a nice, open one.
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Romer, There's a good discussion on this very topic over on 6speed. My local dealer is saying they should be getting new Cayennes in the next couple of weeks.
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http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/c...xdrive50i.html
Should find it here..
Should find it here..
06-15-2010, 01:06 PM
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Definitely a matter of taste, and I almost always agree with you...but I do really like the fit and finish of the X5 (even if it's a little too business like).
I would probably go for the black interior with dark bamboo and the Nevada leather (because I think you need to order that to get the leather on the dash and center console).
A big seller for me is the pano roof. The one on the X5 is really cool...almost makes it like a targa...with 3/2 of the roof open to the sky. I really want a very open roof and I am disappointed in the new verison of the pano roof on the Cayenne. it's terrible. It is basically a std moonroof, with a clear panel over the back side (like in Mecedes) . On the plus side, it's only $900 (compared to something like $4000 for the prior style) but it's not a true open roof, and I would gladly pay if they made a nice, open one.
I would probably go for the black interior with dark bamboo and the Nevada leather (because I think you need to order that to get the leather on the dash and center console).
A big seller for me is the pano roof. The one on the X5 is really cool...almost makes it like a targa...with 3/2 of the roof open to the sky. I really want a very open roof and I am disappointed in the new verison of the pano roof on the Cayenne. it's terrible. It is basically a std moonroof, with a clear panel over the back side (like in Mecedes) . On the plus side, it's only $900 (compared to something like $4000 for the prior style) but it's not a true open roof, and I would gladly pay if they made a nice, open one.
P.S. Craig, I always enjoy how harmonious our avatars look next to each other
A match made in heaven...