Will I be sorry if I don't order x6 5.0i?

bimmerlover · 11-21-2009, 05:06 PM

Well,

I'm a few mos early before i was ready to order.. my lease on my 335i expires in April...

but ooh the deals are really available now with BMW hurting for end of year sales and their incentives..

I'm thinking about ordering an x6 3.5i... maybe add the performance package for a little edge... I know I can afford that (I want to purchase not lease)..

BUT having never driven the 5.0i, it's tempting to consider going for it and ordering the 5.0i... budget be damned!

anybody else in the same boat?.. happy with the performance of the 3.5i and not wanting to go over budget with the 5.0..

any regrets?.. happipness?

Barmats · 11-22-2009, 02:56 PM

There's a pretty big performance difference between the two models, and you will notice it if you're coming from a 335i. I traded my 335i convertible for the xDrive 35i, and now I'm wishing I had sacrificed some options for the bigger engine. At first it was fine because everything was new, different and exciting. But now I'm lusting after the power I'm missing and seriously considering a trade up to the 50i. Drive both before you decide.

archwerks · 11-22-2009, 03:05 PM

if ur driving mostly in urban area, without a lot of highway/ramp traffic & ur not racing every porsche to the next traffic light, & u don't drive leadfooted & u hate to have to gas up every 3-4 days, then 3.5i is more than "sufficient".
"Power corrupts absolutely", if u get 5.0i, it's faster by 1+ seconds to 60mph, it's front heavier, handles slightly different,, but will win u a lot of street races & some police commendations, consequently higher insurance & more gas stops.
If ur young & single, get the 5.0i, if ur more mature, perhaps w/family & nothing to prove, get the 3.5i.
If u've won the lottery, or Granny left u a huge inheritance, get x5M or X6M!
Whichever u get make sure u get adaptive drive.

bimmerlover · 11-22-2009, 09:01 PM

Did any of you'll.. yes I'm from the South... also feel like you were still able to get enough utility.. cubic ft wise, it should be 14 ft bigger than my 335i... although we have no children.. you do want to feel like you have that extra space in the trunk when needed.. otherwise buy a sedan..

Thanks

watoowatoo · 11-23-2009, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by archwerks

if ur driving mostly in urban area, without a lot of highway/ramp traffic & ur not racing every porsche to the next traffic light, & u don't drive leadfooted & u hate to have to gas up every 3-4 days, then 3.5i is more than "sufficient".
"Power corrupts absolutely", if u get 5.0i, it's faster by 1+ seconds to 60mph, it's front heavier, handles slightly different,, but will win u a lot of street races & some police commendations, consequently higher insurance & more gas stops.
If ur young & single, get the 5.0i, if ur more mature, perhaps w/family & nothing to prove, get the 3.5i.
If u've won the lottery, or Granny left u a huge inheritance, get x5M or X6M!
Whichever u get make sure u get adaptive drive.

+1 well said.

scottyv · 11-23-2009, 04:30 AM

Go with the 5.0 if you can, if you are questioning it now, you will be questioning most likely forever.

You get a lot more car and it's well worth it.

I love mine & I got the performance upgrade as well.

This car is too aggressive looking to be underpowered!

If you do it you never look back once you drive it.

XBMW6 · 11-23-2009, 09:21 AM

I totally agree with scottyv...go for the 50i, you won't regret it. However, i'm not sure about your budget flexibility. But you can compensate some of the difference by taking off a few options, except for Adaptive drive...it's a must. It makes a huge difference in terms of handling.

bimmerlover · 12-02-2009, 07:35 AM

Well,
For others thinking about an X6 and the 5.0 vs. 3.5i a few observations..

The 3.5i is definitely sufficient..but carefully comparing it to my current 335i it has the same exhaust sound but of course needs to run at a higher RPM to get going.. it can get going but you need to push it a little more.. not bad but just noticeable

Although I didn't drive the 5.0i, I did drive the same engine in the 550GT and the thrust/pulling power is very obvious along with the V8 sound..

There is definitely a lot more storage space in the cargo area vs. my 335i and likely still more than even the new 5 series looking at the photos.. perfect for a weekend getaway for 4 or taking a large load for 2 on a long road trip..

Handling passenger space are fine for me and my wife.. as long as your rear seat passengers aren't much over 6 ft... headroom is OK..

Probably will settle on the 5.0i.. as I'm getting a really good deal on both considering usual retail pricing...

CSWM3 · 12-02-2009, 08:41 AM

What kind of deals are you getting? please PM me...thanks!

bimmerlover · 12-02-2009, 09:44 AM

I started on the BMW webpage requesting quotes from dealers in my area..

The best 2 deals were..

BELOW CURRENT invoice... meaning look up your options with wholesale pricing on KBB.COM.. then incentives would take an ADDITIONAL $2500 off of that so at that point I was $2500 below CURRENT NON INCENTIVE INVOICING..

then both dealers tacked on about $2000 bucks including whatever training/MACO fees each dealer may need to recover...

saving about $7-8K off of full retail pricing on either model..

I feel CONFIDENT if you check around the large volume dealers in your area you can get the same..

suzuki1k · 12-02-2009, 01:48 PM

Get the 5.0, if you dont you will look back and wish you had from the start.

OBI_agent · 12-02-2009, 03:15 PM

I think it's a great price your getting. I say, go for it.

ABout the I6 vs V8 debate, think about it. Do you need all that power or not?? I say go with a V8 but what does your financial situation say?

Skywagon · 12-03-2009, 10:57 AM

Performance is subjective. I've got an 09 3.5. I put a Burger Juice Box in it with Stage 4. The car feels like it's better and, to an extent, like it has a small V8 in it. I just did a 230 mile expressway drive yesterday pushing 80mph most of the way. Computer showed 20.8 mpg, get about 17 around town. The Juice Box, some claim, increased my HP by about 60-80. Regardless, it helped and made the car a better machine. Good luck.

suzuki1k · 12-03-2009, 11:44 AM

It will always be the little things that will remind you, I should've got the 5.0, for instance the exhaust tips, the rumble from the v8, and the look you'll get from a 5.0 owner (nice car little guy).

suzuki1k · 12-03-2009, 11:47 AM

Seriously either car is nice, but dont buy the 3.5 and try to make it be a 5.0

roadking40 · 12-03-2009, 08:58 PM

Get the 5.0 if your budget allows. I drove both and really liked the 3.5. However the 5.0 has the goods. I love the performance, no complaints.

Rac10000 · 12-04-2009, 12:24 PM

I would say this decision really depends on a couple factors. Firstly, your financial situation. Does the 50i put more strain on you or does it not even make a difference. Secondly, how much do you care about speed? When I drove the 35i I felt it was more than enough for daily driving (the 35i has almost the same power to weight ratio as the 328xi sedan and a better power to weight ratio than the Audi A4 2.0T). Thirdly, is the X6 your only car? / Do you have a fun weekend car?

For me, it was a combination of all three of the above factors. (I have not ordered an X6 yet but hopefully next spring.) I have a E46 Competition M3 that I love with only 21k miles that I plan on keeping as my weekend/fun car. So most importantly, whenever I have the need for a little more performance I can just drive the M. Also, I do a lot of driving on highways and think the better gas mileage of the 35i is a plus. Financially, I would rather have the additional cash to put towards some fun mods for the M3 considering I wouldn't really be utilizing the extra performance of the V8.

The 50i is a great car, and if I didn't have the M3 I would definitely be all over one or maybe even the X6M.

Skywagon · 12-04-2009, 04:38 PM

Until about a year ago I owned a Mercedes E-55 AMG with some Kleeman mods boosting it to 565 HP, 460 at rear wheels, dynoed. I am a firm believer that there is no such thing as having too much HP. Conversely, I owned the car for 3.5 years and found myself never driving it because I wanted to "save" it. Sold it with 18000 miles on it. As I posted earlier my 3.5 has a Burger juice box in it, probably putting out 350-370 HP now. Today I jumped on it hard, hadn't done it in a while, A/C was off and it's cooling off now. Was about 57F here today. Except for the first 50 feet or so the car really goes. The old cliche' "half the fun is getting there" may apply to the 3.5. It's a little bit of a challenge to see what one can get out of it. I may be taking the car to Denver in early Jan. to let AR Design use it as a development bed to build some 3" down pipes. They claim 20 HP catted and 30 catless increases. As you may know there are none available for the X6. I've also installed a Supersprint exhaust system, pricey but at least now I can hear the exhaust......7 more HP.(?) Regardless, tinkering can be fun. If not why not just buy a M series? One more point...fuel!!!! We live in a very unusual time. There are those that are convinced gas will be $7.00 a gallon in about a year. Also supply may very well become an issue. MPG may become a driving factor in ALL our lives.

727jbh · 12-04-2009, 06:15 PM

Get the 5.0, I think you will regret not.

drod · 12-13-2009, 01:36 PM

gosh... just reading the pros and cons can really give you a headache.

i'm going through the same challenges... i'm looking to purchase a 2010 X6 but keep going back and forth on the TT6 vs TT8...

i am coming from an 08 X5 3.0si and i everytime i'm on a highway ramp or completing a turn i always wish i had opt for the V8...

the six is great when it catches up and fun to drive but no tough sound and pick is weak..

in come the X6...futuristic styling... and similar challenges... can you get by with the TT6, yes... would you wish you had the TT8 on multiple occassions? I believe so, if you are heavy footed and love the extra excitement...

is it practical if you have wife, kids in the back, and spend most of your time going back and forth to supermarket? not in this case...

I compared both models with similar options and it comes out to about 8k over the TT6..

still "doable"

11-21-2009, 05:06 PM	#1
bimmerlover Private First Class 32 Rep 158 Posts Drives: 2022 M240Ixdrive Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: arkansas iTrader: (0)	Will I be sorry if I don't order x6 5.0i? Well, I'm a few mos early before i was ready to order.. my lease on my 335i expires in April... but ooh the deals are really available now with BMW hurting for end of year sales and their incentives.. I'm thinking about ordering an x6 3.5i... maybe add the performance package for a little edge... I know I can afford that (I want to purchase not lease).. BUT having never driven the 5.0i, it's tempting to consider going for it and ordering the 5.0i... budget be damned! anybody else in the same boat?.. happy with the performance of the 3.5i and not wanting to go over budget with the 5.0.. any regrets?.. happipness?
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11-22-2009, 02:56 PM	#2
Barmats Lieutenant 17 Rep 504 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X5 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: CA iTrader: (4)	There's a pretty big performance difference between the two models, and you will notice it if you're coming from a 335i. I traded my 335i convertible for the xDrive 35i, and now I'm wishing I had sacrificed some options for the bigger engine. At first it was fine because everything was new, different and exciting. But now I'm lusting after the power I'm missing and seriously considering a trade up to the 50i. Drive both before you decide.
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11-22-2009, 03:05 PM	#3
archwerks Captain 20 Rep 683 Posts Drives: x6 3.5i VR Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: canada iTrader: (0)	To thyself be true if ur driving mostly in urban area, without a lot of highway/ramp traffic & ur not racing every porsche to the next traffic light, & u don't drive leadfooted & u hate to have to gas up every 3-4 days, then 3.5i is more than "sufficient". "Power corrupts absolutely", if u get 5.0i, it's faster by 1+ seconds to 60mph, it's front heavier, handles slightly different,, but will win u a lot of street races & some police commendations, consequently higher insurance & more gas stops. If ur young & single, get the 5.0i, if ur more mature, perhaps w/family & nothing to prove, get the 3.5i. If u've won the lottery, or Granny left u a huge inheritance, get x5M or X6M! Whichever u get make sure u get adaptive drive.
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11-22-2009, 09:01 PM	#4
bimmerlover Private First Class 32 Rep 158 Posts Drives: 2022 M240Ixdrive Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: arkansas iTrader: (0)	Did any of you'll.. yes I'm from the South... also feel like you were still able to get enough utility.. cubic ft wise, it should be 14 ft bigger than my 335i... although we have no children.. you do want to feel like you have that extra space in the trunk when needed.. otherwise buy a sedan.. Thanks
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11-23-2009, 04:30 AM	#6
scottyv Modding Master 13 Rep 80 Posts Drives: 2010 X6 5.0 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	Go with the 5.0 if you can, if you are questioning it now, you will be questioning most likely forever. You get a lot more car and it's well worth it. I love mine & I got the performance upgrade as well. This car is too aggressive looking to be underpowered! If you do it you never look back once you drive it. __________________ 2010 Alpine White X6 5.0 with Oyster Leather / Dark Wood Trim -- Sport Package with 20" Style 259 Wheels, Premium Pkg, Premium Sound, 7RR Performance Pkg, Active Steering, Running Boards, Rear View Cam & Top view, Cold Weather Pkg, Rear Climate Pkg, Comfort Access, Space Saver Spare, Sat Radio, Smartphone Integration
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11-23-2009, 09:21 AM	#7
XBMW6 Second Lieutenant 81 Rep 277 Posts Drives: 2019 740Li 2021 M850i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: . iTrader: (0)	I totally agree with scottyv...go for the 50i, you won't regret it. However, i'm not sure about your budget flexibility. But you can compensate some of the difference by taking off a few options, except for Adaptive drive...it's a must. It makes a huge difference in terms of handling. Last edited by XBMW6; 11-23-2009 at 10:15 AM..
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12-02-2009, 07:35 AM	#8
bimmerlover Private First Class 32 Rep 158 Posts Drives: 2022 M240Ixdrive Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: arkansas iTrader: (0)	Just about made up my mine Well, For others thinking about an X6 and the 5.0 vs. 3.5i a few observations.. The 3.5i is definitely sufficient..but carefully comparing it to my current 335i it has the same exhaust sound but of course needs to run at a higher RPM to get going.. it can get going but you need to push it a little more.. not bad but just noticeable Although I didn't drive the 5.0i, I did drive the same engine in the 550GT and the thrust/pulling power is very obvious along with the V8 sound.. There is definitely a lot more storage space in the cargo area vs. my 335i and likely still more than even the new 5 series looking at the photos.. perfect for a weekend getaway for 4 or taking a large load for 2 on a long road trip.. Handling passenger space are fine for me and my wife.. as long as your rear seat passengers aren't much over 6 ft... headroom is OK.. Probably will settle on the 5.0i.. as I'm getting a really good deal on both considering usual retail pricing...
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12-02-2009, 08:41 AM	#9
CSWM3 Banned 60 Rep 458 Posts Drives: White on black E92 coupe Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Midtown Manhattan iTrader: (0)	What kind of deals are you getting? please PM me...thanks!
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12-02-2009, 09:44 AM	#10
bimmerlover Private First Class 32 Rep 158 Posts Drives: 2022 M240Ixdrive Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: arkansas iTrader: (0)	Deals.. I started on the BMW webpage requesting quotes from dealers in my area.. The best 2 deals were.. BELOW CURRENT invoice... meaning look up your options with wholesale pricing on KBB.COM.. then incentives would take an ADDITIONAL $2500 off of that so at that point I was $2500 below CURRENT NON INCENTIVE INVOICING.. then both dealers tacked on about $2000 bucks including whatever training/MACO fees each dealer may need to recover... saving about $7-8K off of full retail pricing on either model.. I feel CONFIDENT if you check around the large volume dealers in your area you can get the same..
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12-02-2009, 01:48 PM	#11
suzuki1k New Member 0 Rep 13 Posts Drives: VR X6 5.0 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SC iTrader: (0)	Get the 5.0, if you dont you will look back and wish you had from the start.
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12-02-2009, 03:15 PM	#12
OBI_agent D to the X to the B! 345 Rep 2,106 Posts Drives: ABS,American bargain supercar Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dubai iTrader: (0)	I think it's a great price your getting. I say, go for it. ABout the I6 vs V8 debate, think about it. Do you need all that power or not?? I say go with a V8 but what does your financial situation say? __________________ 11 corvette C6
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12-03-2009, 10:57 AM	#13
Skywagon Private First Class 15 Rep 176 Posts Drives: X6 3.5 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Old South iTrader: (0)	Performance is subjective. I've got an 09 3.5. I put a Burger Juice Box in it with Stage 4. The car feels like it's better and, to an extent, like it has a small V8 in it. I just did a 230 mile expressway drive yesterday pushing 80mph most of the way. Computer showed 20.8 mpg, get about 17 around town. The Juice Box, some claim, increased my HP by about 60-80. Regardless, it helped and made the car a better machine. Good luck.
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12-03-2009, 11:44 AM	#14
suzuki1k New Member 0 Rep 13 Posts Drives: VR X6 5.0 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SC iTrader: (0)	It will always be the little things that will remind you, I should've got the 5.0, for instance the exhaust tips, the rumble from the v8, and the look you'll get from a 5.0 owner (nice car little guy).
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12-03-2009, 11:47 AM	#15
suzuki1k New Member 0 Rep 13 Posts Drives: VR X6 5.0 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SC iTrader: (0)	Seriously either car is nice, but dont buy the 3.5 and try to make it be a 5.0
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12-03-2009, 08:58 PM	#16
roadking40 New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2009 X6 50, 2011 1M Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: AZ iTrader: (0)	Get the 5.0 if your budget allows. I drove both and really liked the 3.5. However the 5.0 has the goods. I love the performance, no complaints.
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12-04-2009, 12:24 PM	#17
Rac10000 First Lieutenant 29 Rep 321 Posts Drives: 981 Cayman S Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	I would say this decision really depends on a couple factors. Firstly, your financial situation. Does the 50i put more strain on you or does it not even make a difference. Secondly, how much do you care about speed? When I drove the 35i I felt it was more than enough for daily driving (the 35i has almost the same power to weight ratio as the 328xi sedan and a better power to weight ratio than the Audi A4 2.0T). Thirdly, is the X6 your only car? / Do you have a fun weekend car? For me, it was a combination of all three of the above factors. (I have not ordered an X6 yet but hopefully next spring.) I have a E46 Competition M3 that I love with only 21k miles that I plan on keeping as my weekend/fun car. So most importantly, whenever I have the need for a little more performance I can just drive the M. Also, I do a lot of driving on highways and think the better gas mileage of the 35i is a plus. Financially, I would rather have the additional cash to put towards some fun mods for the M3 considering I wouldn't really be utilizing the extra performance of the V8. The 50i is a great car, and if I didn't have the M3 I would definitely be all over one or maybe even the X6M. Last edited by Rac10000; 12-04-2009 at 03:48 PM..
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12-04-2009, 04:38 PM	#18
Skywagon Private First Class 15 Rep 176 Posts Drives: X6 3.5 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Old South iTrader: (0)	Until about a year ago I owned a Mercedes E-55 AMG with some Kleeman mods boosting it to 565 HP, 460 at rear wheels, dynoed. I am a firm believer that there is no such thing as having too much HP. Conversely, I owned the car for 3.5 years and found myself never driving it because I wanted to "save" it. Sold it with 18000 miles on it. As I posted earlier my 3.5 has a Burger juice box in it, probably putting out 350-370 HP now. Today I jumped on it hard, hadn't done it in a while, A/C was off and it's cooling off now. Was about 57F here today. Except for the first 50 feet or so the car really goes. The old cliche' "half the fun is getting there" may apply to the 3.5. It's a little bit of a challenge to see what one can get out of it. I may be taking the car to Denver in early Jan. to let AR Design use it as a development bed to build some 3" down pipes. They claim 20 HP catted and 30 catless increases. As you may know there are none available for the X6. I've also installed a Supersprint exhaust system, pricey but at least now I can hear the exhaust......7 more HP.(?) Regardless, tinkering can be fun. If not why not just buy a M series? One more point...fuel!!!! We live in a very unusual time. There are those that are convinced gas will be $7.00 a gallon in about a year. Also supply may very well become an issue. MPG may become a driving factor in ALL our lives.
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12-04-2009, 06:15 PM	#19
727jbh Lieutenant 16 Rep 593 Posts Drives: 2020 M8 GC Donington Grey Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Florida iTrader: (0)	Get the 5.0, I think you will regret not.
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12-13-2009, 01:36 PM	#20
drod Member 0 Rep 33 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 50i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	gosh... just reading the pros and cons can really give you a headache. i'm going through the same challenges... i'm looking to purchase a 2010 X6 but keep going back and forth on the TT6 vs TT8... i am coming from an 08 X5 3.0si and i everytime i'm on a highway ramp or completing a turn i always wish i had opt for the V8... the six is great when it catches up and fun to drive but no tough sound and pick is weak.. in come the X6...futuristic styling... and similar challenges... can you get by with the TT6, yes... would you wish you had the TT8 on multiple occassions? I believe so, if you are heavy footed and love the extra excitement... is it practical if you have wife, kids in the back, and spend most of your time going back and forth to supermarket? not in this case... I compared both models with similar options and it comes out to about 8k over the TT6.. still "doable"
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