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      02-16-2019, 01:30 PM   #1
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X5M vs E63 wagon

Though I ended up buying an X5M ('12 loaded & 40,000 miles) I seriously considered an E63 Wagon too. I bought the X5M not only for it's better aesthetics but for more usability and bit more capacity (seating as well as cargo)

How would you guys rate the two? I was thinking about lowering it but kids don't even like the ride as it is so don't think I would do that at this time.

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      02-16-2019, 01:35 PM   #2
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      02-16-2019, 01:36 PM   #3
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Used with 40-50 budget and with my research, one could easily pick up either a 2012/14 X5M or 2011/2013 E63 wagon

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E63 Wagon anyday !!
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      02-16-2019, 04:38 PM   #5
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E63 wagon is beautiful...
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      02-16-2019, 04:50 PM   #6
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You guys really think wagon is a better car?
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I don't know too much about them, but I think it's better looking, but I love wagons. Also, the interior is nicer and the engine, depending on the year, is known to be more robust...
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E63 Wagon is a very rare car. Less then a dozen for sale all over the USA
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      02-16-2019, 07:26 PM   #9
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Yes they are very rare cars and they do maintain their values too. However, on the inside they seem pretty small/narrower as compared to the X5M.
AMG's in general are great and fairly reliable cars. I have an '02 E55 as well and they are blast to drive with 350 hp/400 tq enough to put a big grin on your face every time you take it out for a spin
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I had the same consideration and ended up going with a 2013 X5M instead of the E63 for pretty much the same reasons you did(+wanting to tow). I will say, the AMG feels faster and a bit more raw. While the X5M is quick, the speed is so refined and you sit so much higher up it isn't as terrifying.
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      02-17-2019, 05:01 AM   #11
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I cross shopped 2012-2014 Cayenne Turbo too but the shape and the rear seat space, just didn't do anything for me.
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      02-17-2019, 08:28 PM   #12
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Since you already bought the X5M, asking opinions is kind of stupid.

Live with your decision. As for me, the wagon has more utility then a tall hatchback which is what the X5 are.
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