[khai Dow]

Hi all,

I pick up my X7 M50d on Sunday. What’s the situation regarding running in period? Do I need to keep it below 3000 rpm for a set period of time/miles and stay away from launch control?

Does this still apply to new cars these days?

[no_whereman]

There should be a section in your Owner Manual on this. Since yours is a diesel it may not be the same as for gasoline engine. IIRC, not to exceed 100 mph in the first 1000 miles. I wouldn't do launch control during the break in period.

[MarkH62]

I found something (forget where at the moment) that said for the first 1200 miles keep it below 100 mph and less than 4500 RPM. It took some restraint, but I was able to accommodate that requirement

[khai Dow]

Originally Posted by MarkH62

I found something (forget where at the moment) that said for the first 1200 miles keep it below 100 mph and less than 4500 RPM. It took some restraint, but I was able to accommodate that requirement

That sounds difficult. I found a user manual online and for my diesel the recommendations are:

- for the first 1200 miles don't exceed 3500 rpm or 90mph. Avoid kick down or driving under "full load"
- Tyres do not provide maximum grip until 180 miles
- Brakes - pads and discs do not perform optimally until 300 Miles

Obviously Launch Control can't happen until all of the above conditions are met. Not sure I can do it...

[drodnyc]

I drive 100 miles each day to and from work so in a week I should be able to drive the ##$$#^$ out of it..

[UGAdawg]

Originally Posted by MarkH62

I found something (forget where at the moment) that said for the first 1200 miles keep it below 100 mph and less than 4500 RPM. It took some restraint, but I was able to accommodate that requirement

Yes, this is correct per the owners manual

[Ken750iX7]

Originally Posted by khai Dow

Hi all,

I pick up my X7 M50d on Sunday.

Congratulations with your new M50d.

Do you mind sharing the cost of M50d and others available X7 such as 50i & 30i in Thailand. I believe they cost much higher than the ones in USA.

Thank you.

[khai Dow]

Originally Posted by Ken750iX7

Congratulations with your new M50d.

Do you mind sharing the cost of M50d and others available X7 such as 50i & 30i in Thailand. I believe they cost much higher than the ones in USA.

Thank you.

Sure. BMW Thailand only bring in one version of the X7 - the M50d. No current plans to bring in any other engine variants. Apparently this is to differentiate if from the X5 which currently is the 30d MSport version only, but I believe they will launch the hybrid version later this year.

The M50D including 5 years maintenance comes in at 8,999,000 Thai Baht. I try not to think about how this translates into real money, but in USD its around 280K. Its 30K US cheaper than the Range Rover Hybrid LWB that I originally planned to purchase - but at the end of the day I couldn't face a plug in hybrid with a 2.0L engine. Who wants a Range Rover that sounds like a hot hatch?

I haven't driven the M50d yet, so I'm really keeping my fingers crossed I've made the right choice...

BMW Thailand Price List: https://www.bmw.co.th/en/topics/price-list.html
I really wanted the 850i but a) it comes in at US408K and b) the rear seats are a COMPLETE waste of time. I cant even get my 9 & 10 yr olds in the back...

[djxilo]

Originally Posted by khai Dow

Sure. BMW Thailand only bring in one version of the X7 - the M50d. No current plans to bring in any other engine variants. Apparently this is to differentiate if from the X5 which currently is the 30d MSport version only, but I believe they will launch the hybrid version later this year.

The M50D including 5 years maintenance comes in at 8,999,000 Thai Baht. I try not to think about how this translates into real money, but in USD its around 280K. Its 30K US cheaper than the Range Rover Hybrid LWB that I originally planned to purchase - but at the end of the day I couldn't face a plug in hybrid with a 2.0L engine. Who wants a Range Rover that sounds like a hot hatch?

I haven't driven the M50d yet, so I'm really keeping my fingers crossed I've made the right choice...

BMW Thailand Price List: https://www.bmw.co.th/en/topics/price-list.html
I really wanted the 850i but a) it comes in at US408K and b) the rear seats are a COMPLETE waste of time. I cant even get my 9 & 10 yr olds in the back...

$280k?!?! Can you post some pics?

[khai Dow]

Originally Posted by djxilo

$280k?!?! Can you post some pics?

Yep, picking her up tomorrow - will post a few then. Dont expect it to looks 280K worth. Its missing rear seat entertainment and also ventilated seats - 2 of my must haves - but they only import a single spec...

[Ken750iX7]

Originally Posted by khai Dow

Sure. BMW Thailand only bring in one version of the X7 - the M50d. No current plans to bring in any other engine variants. Apparently this is to differentiate if from the X5 which currently is the 30d MSport version only, but I believe they will launch the hybrid version later this year.

The M50D including 5 years maintenance comes in at 8,999,000 Thai Baht. I try not to think about how this translates into real money, but in USD its around 280K. Its 30K US cheaper than the Range Rover Hybrid LWB that I originally planned to purchase - but at the end of the day I couldn't face a plug in hybrid with a 2.0L engine. Who wants a Range Rover that sounds like a hot hatch?

I haven't driven the M50d yet, so I'm really keeping my fingers crossed I've made the right choice...

BMW Thailand Price List: https://www.bmw.co.th/en/topics/price-list.html
I really wanted the 850i but a) it comes in at US408K and b) the rear seats are a COMPLETE waste of time. I cant even get my 9 & 10 yr olds in the back...

Thanks a lot for sharing your information, enjoy your new X7 M50d.
There is no M50d available in the US yet.

[khai Dow]

Originally Posted by Ken750iX7

Thanks a lot for sharing your information, enjoy your new X7 M50d.
There is no M50d available in the US yet.

Haven't had a chance to take any proper pics yet, but will do soon. IN the meantime:

[Ken750iX7]

Very nice, I like the color combination

You won't be disappointed with the ride on this M50d, I believe it came with Dynamic Handling Package. I really like Integral Active Steering, it makes X7 to maneuver like a car especially when you change lane.

[djxilo]

Great spec and color combo. Congratulations!