09-09-2013, 09:11 AM | #25 |
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I have both cars, if cargo space is not an issue, I would buy the 535i any day fo the week. It a nicer ride, handles better, better materials and better gas mileage.
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09-09-2013, 10:15 AM | #26 |
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My wife wants it because it's higher off the ground and because of the cargo space. My 2 kids will grow up and I think we can be ok with the 5. I test drove the x3 and it feels like i am on stilts but the 5 feels like it's on rails but I feel crowded. Like I said, still on the fence. It's just my wife and my two kids and I am coming from an MDX 2011.
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If the BMW is going to be your primary vehicle for four, then the 5 series might be too small. I had 04 MDX, it had rattles everywhere, not near as fast as either of our BMW. I also found the MDX to be too wide to be driven in a sporty manner, especially on narrow river roads where the BMW feels right at home. |
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09-09-2013, 01:16 PM | #29 |
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The Bimmer will be the primary but I am the only one who drives. Yes i think it is a female thing. We went to look at them yesterday and she was like "Are you crazy? How can you think that the 5 would be better than the X3?" I told her that in MPG it is and in looks too. Then she was like "Get whatever you like" you know what that means. All that aside, I am looking to rent a 535 or 525 2011 -now for a week to see how it would be living with one since I have an MDX. Know any places in NY that can help me out with this?
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09-09-2013, 01:39 PM | #30 | |
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The 5 series is quite a bit better in quality and material, the chassis is based off the the 7 series' chassis and they share quiet a few components as well. I guess if you have to get a SUV to please the wife, the X3 35i with adaptive suspension is not a bad way to go, it will be quicker than 535i and handle about the same. The material will not be as good and it will have more road noise. Have you ever try this site for rental, its like a craigslist for cars, the prices seems pretty reasonable. https://relayrides.com/search#location=New York, NY&makes=BMW |
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That said, the car was a surprise Christmas gift from my husband (bless him), I got a bit excited remembering my past 3 series and kind of overlooked the practicality side of things. (Sometimes I actually miss the minivan...you can't beat the space with kids and dogs!)
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You mentioned the XC70 I think, that would give you more room in the back, would be more economical and is very comfortable - just not as high off the ground as the XC60 or X3. There's always the new X5 which looks very nice? If your dogs are small then the X3 would be alright as would the XC60 and every other mid size crossover. Have you taken your dogs and kids to any dealerships and sat everyone (dogs included) in to see if it's roomy enough? That's probably what I would do.
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We usually research a car, then bring the kids/carseat/golf clubs in for a test. The xc70 would be better for the lower height and getting chairs/tables in. The X5 is too big for me.
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The X3 (of cause) is the best drive, but admittedly an even smaller cargo volume. Tony ps - we have two dachshunds - a standard and a miniature. There's only the two of us now and they (the dogs that is) travel on the back seat. |
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Consumer Reports cargo area measurements: XC60 32.5cf; X3 33.0cf. More important for our choice was rear legroom: XC60 26.5in; X3 28.5in. That additional 2 inches results in a huge improvement in adult rear passenger comfort on long (>1 hour) drives. Because both offer included maintenance, I inspected dealer service facilities in NYC. Volvo is a Ford stepchild in Manhattan; Brooklyn service compared unfavorably to all of the three NYC BMW dealers.
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I have a 2013 X3 35i fully loaded and M sport in Canada for 1 year and 2 months. So far put 21000km on it, No other big issue. But couple weeks ago, my Screen went out while driving the car, No Navi, no Radio, no CD, no sound, no bluetooth, and others, everything related to the I drive was down. Dealer decided to change something like a I drive control for me, still waiting for the shipping to Toronto. Besides that everything was so perfect about the car.
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In fact some of the other guy's thought it was a 'Pre-Production' set up!! The salesman was asked the question to which he said no, that is as it is!! If you tap the edges it sounds 'CRAP'! |
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2013 X3 Msport bought in August 2012. 57K miles with only the lamp on the pass side "make up" mirror needing replacement. Easy to get 32 mpg on the freeway...
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I agree with the XC70 beached whale comment. Couldn't believe it took so long to get up to overtaking speed. I cut short the test drive , handed it back and went to buy the X3.
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We have the 4 cylinder engine and it's plenty powerful for us and attains mid 30's MPG on the highway. Add DHP if you wan the added fun factor- makes the X3 the ultimate driving machine. Look at the Audi Q5- good choice, but less of a fun factor driving machine. Had a boring MDX, but was boring. If you want ultra reliable you need to go with the Acura or Lexus. It's all about compromises.
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