XBimmers.com | BMW X6 Forum X5 Forum
 
TireRack





Go Back   XBimmers.com | BMW X6 Forum X5 Forum > BMW X5 Forums > General BMW X5 (E70) and X5M Forum (2006-2013)

Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      07-06-2013, 03:36 PM   #1
k_evink
Private
11
Rep
59
Posts

Drives: 2014 BSM 335ix
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Toronto

iTrader: (0)

X5m or x6m or cayenne

Hello

I have my f10 m5 for the summer but I've decided I need something for the winter months as well. I test drove the x5m, x6m and the cayenne gts.

I don't like the f15 x5 so I don't need to wait. Plus I can get dealer incentives and money off Msrp for both 2013 x5 and x6. On the other hand the gts is something totally different for me.

Any input or thoughts?

Thanks
Appreciate 0
      07-06-2013, 08:50 PM   #2
jlee
Captain
jlee's Avatar
No_Country
167
Rep
773
Posts

Drives: M2CS+GTS Targa+RRS SVR
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Washington DC

iTrader: (1)

I think the X6M and Cayenne are far more similar.

I have an X5M and its much bigger than a Cayenne or X6M but I needed the cargo space.

If your looking for a usable cargo area then the X5M. If you just want to sit higher and 4wd then the Cayenne
Appreciate 0
      07-07-2013, 12:07 AM   #3
Sedan_Clan
Law Enforcer
Sedan_Clan's Avatar
Brazil
24829
Rep
22,229
Posts

Drives: '22 Chalk Gray Porsche C2S
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: ..in your rearview!!!

iTrader: (26)

Just based on aesthetics alone I'd go with the X5M.
Appreciate 0
      07-07-2013, 10:53 PM   #4
joeb905
Enlisted Member
joeb905's Avatar
United_States
2
Rep
31
Posts

Drives: E92 Gray 328i
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Pasadena Ca

iTrader: (0)

I have the Cayenne turbo, and it hauls ass. I love it, I never find that I need extra cargo space, and never have had any passengers complain about leg space even though I'm 6'6. Coming from 12 years of BMW's, my last being the alpina, and my son having a 3 series currently, I have to say that this is faster than the alpina, and just as comfortable. My only complaint is the cost of everything you have to do for the car. Especially coming form a long line of BMW's I was so used to having everything payed for that going into another brand was a real wake up call. Other than that I love the car. Good luck on making your choice, hope this was helpful.
Appreciate 0
      07-07-2013, 10:57 PM   #5
k_evink
Private
11
Rep
59
Posts

Drives: 2014 BSM 335ix
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Toronto

iTrader: (0)

Thanks for your help!
Appreciate 0
      07-08-2013, 11:48 PM   #6
Grayblack
Captain
Grayblack's Avatar
179
Rep
994
Posts

Drives: E92 M3 and G07 X7
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: OC, CA

iTrader: (8)

I'd take the GTS . It'll be something different and the interior is amazing.
Appreciate 0
      07-09-2013, 11:26 AM   #7
MaxSpeedX5M
Need 4 Speed
MaxSpeedX5M's Avatar
United_States
24
Rep
156
Posts

Drives: 2012 X5M
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Houston

iTrader: (1)

when i look at the cayenne... i keep thinking vw touareg on steroids. touareg touareg touareg.

don't get me wrong, the cayenne looks great but i just can't get it out of my head.
__________________
X5M: Vorsteiner CF Front Lip Spoiler | Vorsteiner CF Rear Diffuser | Vorsteiner 22" VS-320 | Vorsteiner Full Exhaust | ESS Tune | H&R Suspension | Lux V3 | IND Cosmetic Package
Appreciate 0
      07-09-2013, 11:54 AM   #8
isugoo
Major General
isugoo's Avatar
United_States
247
Rep
6,125
Posts

Drives: 991.2 GTS
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Irvine, CA

iTrader: (73)

I loved how cayenne looks especially the interior but to get the best performance, X5M was my choice.

X5M is in similar price with Cayenne S/GTS (depends on options) but they just don't have enough performance #s.

X5M is in similar performance with Cayenne Turbo but it's way more expensive than X5M.

So my logical choice was X5M (and free scheduled maintenance is always plus)

So if you're looking for performance, go with X5/6M. But since you already have a beast (F10M5), you just want to get good handling, fun SUV, go with cayenne.
__________________

PAST: F80 M3 ZCP | 911.1 C2S | F10 M5 ZCP | E70 X5M | E90 M3 | E46 M3 | E36 M3
Appreciate 0
      07-09-2013, 09:11 PM   #9
ChiTownM
Lieutenant Colonel
ChiTownM's Avatar
United_States
1046
Rep
1,533
Posts

Drives: M and i BMWs
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Chicago

iTrader: (0)

Went with the X5M after debating this way too long....and I already have an M3.

Porsche nickel and dimes you for everything and my built became very expensive for a GTS, Turbo was even worse. Other posters have it right about best bang for your money. X5M looks more aggressive than X6M in my opinion. The interior Technology is a bit better in the BMW over the Porsche if that matters to you. Full Leather is a great option if you decide not to have black leather. Paid maintenance is a big deal too for these cars. HUD is the most underrated option, love it.

Hurry up for the X5M, they will not be available for long which may be good or bad in your eyes. My friend has a cayenne turbo and it pulls hard and it has a better exhaust note.

You will be happy either way.....
Appreciate 0
      07-09-2013, 11:03 PM   #10
k_evink
Private
11
Rep
59
Posts

Drives: 2014 BSM 335ix
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Toronto

iTrader: (0)

Thanks for your replies...I agree with the nickel and diming with Porsche.

The GTS is coming out to a lot more than the x5M. I do like the HUD but after seeing the HUD on the m5, I find the one in the X5M not that great.

I think it will be a no brainer for me if i can get a good deal on a 2013. I am leaning towards a X6M because the new X5 is being dropped and by the time I get it, the new F15 will already be on the road if I went with the X5M.
Appreciate 0
      07-12-2013, 01:57 PM   #11
Kzang
Major General
Kzang's Avatar
3222
Rep
5,058
Posts

Drives: 2015 X5 35i Msport SG
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: East Coast

iTrader: (0)

For winter?? X5M, X6M and the Porsche will kinda suck for winter driving especially with the summer tires.
Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:54 AM.




xbimmers
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST