[BMWBear]

Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

What reason do I have to lie?

It sounds like you need to get out more and maybe you'll see them on the street…

No one said you were lying. Might be just popular in your area.
If getting out more means going to Chicago I'll pass. Trying to get out of this state but I seem to be stuck here like flies on poop.

[Jefflikescars]

If I want something as sporty as the M50i, feels like I have a few options (and btw the third row isn't a make or break).

Audi RSQ8 - I know people hate on the X7 grill, but I'm not sure I love this RSQ8 face.

X5M - Love the wheels and black trim on the Competition, but all auto journalists hate it for the ride quality.

Cayenne GTS - Can't think of a downside here? Just not as big as X7.

Alpina XB7 - Sounds amazing - just have to be ok getting mostly the same vehicle. I need to drive one to see if it's worth the extra to me.

Probably eliminating:

Defender V8 - very cool but not luxurious or fast enough (holding out possibility of an SVR?)
Audi SQ7 - I've seen a few in person, and while very nice, they just don't look special enough
Merc GLS 63 AMG - pretty pricey and I'm pretty sure two moms in my neighborhood already have one

[HC707]

Last week I test drove a GLS 63 and though it drove nice and was very quick, the interior lacks in quality compared to the X7. The X7 seems very much better put together and the nice details it has. How many 3 row SUVs have a sunroof in the third row? Just my opinion. Good luck in your search!

[mjr24]

Originally Posted by BYEIL

Q8
2020 12.074
2019 14.256
2018 2.029

X7
2020 20.579
2019 21.574

Cayenne
2020 18.092
2019 19.001
2018 10.733

Actually the Q8 was released before the X7.

Although Im unfortunate enough to live in Crook County I don't live in the polished toilet that goes by the name Chicago. Still a little far fetched to say you see tons of them around when total sales are pretty meek in comparison to the other two.

If you're into the exclusiveness thing Rs6 or E63s Wagon is the way to go. I guess Alpina is also exclusive but it's basically a M50i with a pretty dress ...so ehh. As they say ..whatever floats your boat.

Let's be honest....none of these cars are exclusive in Chicago. They are all everywhere....along with RR and X7's.

[hkleyman]

Originally Posted by x7bmw23

Wait on the X8. Maybe extend your lease until it drops.

This whole time I thought I would do the same, then I asked BMWFS. You can only extend your lease for 3 months if you leave BMW, and 6 months if you have an order in for a build.

I have a MY19 with plenty of stuff currently not available and wanted to extend for a year or two, but now I'll likely just buy unless things calm down by next summer.

[TexasJester]

Originally Posted by Jefflikescars

I have a 2020 M50i, Black with Shadowline, black wheels, tartufo interior, all the options. I LOVE this car. I have a bunch of kids and run a business with my wife, so the flexibility to pick up kids and fill the car with stuff is so helpful. The combo of luxury, style, and power is amazing.

My lease is up in about 8 months and I'm wondering what to do next? I want something luxurious, powerful, and a little bit unique (at least something you don't see 10 of on your way home from work).

Options I've considered:

Merc GLS 63 AMG - $20k more than M50i - is it $20k nicer?

Defender 110 V8 - I realize not as fast but still unique and I like the look. Is there an SVR model coming?

Audi SQ7 or RSQ8 - Not sure it looks cool enough

X5M - too similar to the X7 again or is it a wholly different beast?

Cayenne GTS?

Would love any help from people that have driven/owned any of these other vehicles! Which vehicles am I missing from this list?

It’s not on your list but the Alpina XB7 is the answer. Bought the wife one and sold it 4-6 weeks ago. Told her she could get whatever she wanted to replace it. After looking into all the other comparables I bought her another one this last weekend.

[pookiemalibu]

Originally Posted by Jefflikescars

Options I've considered:

X5M - too similar to the X7 again or is it a wholly different beast?

Would love any help from people that have driven/owned any of these other vehicles! Which vehicles am I missing from this list?

We love our F95/X5MC. My daughter's godfather has an X7 currently and we came out of a regular 17' X5 35i M-Sport, so I'll add my $.02. One caveat/bias I should mention is that the X5MC has been a dream car so to speak of mine for a while.

As far as SUVs go, it's the best I've been in hands down. Looked into the newer generation Cayenne's and the way the nickel and dime you for features is a bit disappointing. You can easily add $30K worth of additional add-ons and barely scratch the surface. Plus, from what I've seen the X5MC is faster than all the others.

We checked out Merc, but they were such gaping @$$holes that it turned us off from the whole brand. In addition to ridiculous money factors and lackluster interiors on the whole, Merc just didn't make the cut.

Comparing to my limited time in my friend's X7, I found the space to be the same save the third row, which I had in my last X5 and literally never used once. Admittedly though, no kids, no wife (she was my GF then ) so the 3rd row was a luxury I didn't need. The interior on the X5MC is bar none one of the best BMW offers save maybe an Alpina/7-Series.

I think the option of having merino (particularly Sakhir Orange), the M-seats, M 818 or 808 rims and the massaging are deal breakers. Again, all options you could get on the P-car but at what cost. The aesthetic of the Cayenne also isn't as appealing to me either. I do like the GLS, but if I were to go with a Merc I'd splurge and shoot for the G-wagon. Not for everyone though.

[TexasJester]

Originally Posted by Jefflikescars

If I want something as sporty as the M50i, feels like I have a few options (and btw the third row isn't a make or break).

Audi RSQ8 - I know people hate on the X7 grill, but I'm not sure I love this RSQ8 face.

X5M - Love the wheels and black trim on the Competition, but all auto journalists hate it for the ride quality.

Cayenne GTS - Can't think of a downside here? Just not as big as X7.

Alpina XB7 - Sounds amazing - just have to be ok getting mostly the same vehicle. I need to drive one to see if it's worth the extra to me.

Probably eliminating:

Defender V8 - very cool but not luxurious or fast enough (holding out possibility of an SVR?)
Audi SQ7 - I've seen a few in person, and while very nice, they just don't look special enough
Merc GLS 63 AMG - pretty pricey and I'm pretty sure two moms in my neighborhood already have one

You really do need to go drive a XB7, you will certainly amend your description. By sight is the only way your description fits. It feels like a completely different car. And this ain’t coming from something I think or car and driver said. I had a X7m50i, test drove a XB7 in January and traded immediately! Kept it 6 months and sold it to move on to whatever came next. After looking at everything on the planet literally, my wife and I completely agreed the XB7 blew them all away and now we have another one.

[IVIUFASA]

RS6 or Alpina

[TexasJester]

Originally Posted by HC707

Last week I test drove a GLS 63 and though it drove nice and was very quick, the interior lacks in quality compared to the X7. The X7 seems very much better put together and the nice details it has. How many 3 row SUVs have a sunroof in the third row? Just my opinion. Good luck in your search!

Just the console kept me from even a test drive!

[-Vanguard-]

So I had an X7 this week as a loaner. My normal daily is a 2021 X6MC and I can tell you one thing for sure- it is not even remotely similar in terms of driving and styling.

If you like the BMW ecosystem with iDrive and excellent interior quality compared to some other germans (cough Mercedes cough) but want something that really stands out and is a fucking rocket ship with only the Lambo Urus being faster by 0.1 seconds in the 1/4 mile I urge you to take a look. Yes it beats the Cayenne Turbo S. Its sexier and faster than the RSQ8 and has a much nicer interior without that disgusting design language Audi has gone with touchscreen everything and piano black everywhere.

The biggest downside is its a dude magnet lol.

[Jagu]

Originally Posted by -Vanguard-

So I had an X7 this week as a loaner. My normal daily is a 2021 X6MC and I can tell you one thing for sure- it is not even remotely similar in terms of driving and styling.

If you like the BMW ecosystem with iDrive and excellent interior quality compared to some other germans (cough Mercedes cough) but want something that really stands out and is a fucking rocket ship with only the Lambo Urus being faster by 0.1 seconds in the 1/4 mile I urge you to take a look. Yes it beats the Cayenne Turbo S. Its sexier and faster than the RSQ8 and has a much nicer interior without that disgusting design language Audi has gone with touchscreen everything and piano black everywhere.

The biggest downside is its a dude magnet lol.

Ok which car are you referring to ?

[stein_325i]

Originally Posted by Jagu

Ok which car are you referring to ?

I think he's referring to the X6M since OP had the X5M on his list.