2011 BMW X5 35diesel

peterwyu · 09-17-2010, 02:57 AM

Let me know if this is a good deal, also, how vital is the Adaptive Drive option for this car, since its an SUV and not a high performance car i dont think its neccessary for 3.5k? Do most of you guys get it? It seems a bit expensive!

Premium package, Cold weather package, Technology package, running boards, roof rails, 3rd row seats, Rear seat entertainment.

MSRP: 63,075. Sale price: 59,570 minus $4500 eco credit = 55,070 plus TTL. Car will take between 6-8 weeks to arrive once it is ordered.

vladberca · 09-17-2010, 04:52 PM

Adaptive Drive* The concept
Adaptive Drive reduces the body roll which occurs when cornering quickly or during fast evasive maneuvers. In addition, Adaptive Drive Technology for comfort, convenience and safety reduces the steering angle requirement, improves the running comfort and increases the dynamic driving characteristics of your BMW.
So it is good to have it installed on your car

GJM · 09-17-2010, 05:57 PM

Peter, ask for a test drive of 2 vehicles, with & without the option. You will notice the difference!

kgclark · 09-17-2010, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by peterwyu

Let me know if this is a good deal, also, how vital is the Adaptive Drive option for this car, since its an SUV and not a high performance car i dont think its neccessary for 3.5k? Do most of you guys get it? It seems a bit expensive!

Premium package, Cold weather package, Technology package, running boards, roof rails, 3rd row seats, Rear seat entertainment.

MSRP: 63,075. Sale price: 59,570 minus $4500 eco credit = 55,070 plus TTL. Car will take between 6-8 weeks to arrive once it is ordered.

Adaptive drive is not just for better cornering.....it also gives you a much smoother ride. Here in upstate NY, there are potholes and road imperfections galore and my x6 just seems to glide over them. I test drove an x6 hybrid that didn't have adaptive drive and the difference was remarkable. I, also initially thought I'd pass on the AD because of the cost, but after just a week with the car, I'm very, very happy with my decision to check the box.

BrunoT · 10-02-2010, 03:09 PM

I think it's too expensive, but agree the adaptive drive takes the X5 to another level in terms of ride and handling. I was not overly impressed with the vehicle without it. Still great, safe, good fuel economy, comfortable, luxurious, etc, but doesn't handle nearly as confidently.

I wish they'd just offer a set of sport springs/shocks like in older models as well.

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peterwyu New Member 1 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2007 Acura TL Type S Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: SGV, CA iTrader: (0)	2011 BMW X5 35diesel Let me know if this is a good deal, also, how vital is the Adaptive Drive option for this car, since its an SUV and not a high performance car i dont think its neccessary for 3.5k? Do most of you guys get it? It seems a bit expensive! Premium package, Cold weather package, Technology package, running boards, roof rails, 3rd row seats, Rear seat entertainment. MSRP: 63,075. Sale price: 59,570 minus $4500 eco credit = 55,070 plus TTL. Car will take between 6-8 weeks to arrive once it is ordered.
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vladberca Major General 763 Rep 5,560 Posts Drives: '18 octavia 2.0 tdi dsg Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Craiova iTrader: (0)	Adaptive Drive* The concept Adaptive Drive reduces the body roll which occurs when cornering quickly or during fast evasive maneuvers. In addition, Adaptive Drive Technology for comfort, convenience and safety reduces the steering angle requirement, improves the running comfort and increases the dynamic driving characteristics of your BMW. So it is good to have it installed on your car
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GJM Xdrive 0 Rep 79 Posts Drives: X6 35d/X5 3d Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Melbourne AUS iTrader: (0)	Peter, ask for a test drive of 2 vehicles, with & without the option. You will notice the difference! __________________ gjm
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BrunoT Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 242 Posts Drives: 2012 F-150 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	I think it's too expensive, but agree the adaptive drive takes the X5 to another level in terms of ride and handling. I was not overly impressed with the vehicle without it. Still great, safe, good fuel economy, comfortable, luxurious, etc, but doesn't handle nearly as confidently. I wish they'd just offer a set of sport springs/shocks like in older models as well.
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