Is MY2019 safer than MY2018 ?

jinnix · 07-14-2022, 06:53 PM

New member here. I am actively searching for pre-owned X5 as my next ride. I am most interested in the safety features as recently my driving ability had been impaired by a medical condition (can still drive, but can't see as well as before).

My budget is $50,000 and I can get a loaded MY2018 or a high milage MY2019. My must have options are:
1. driving assistance plus (2018) or professional package (2019)
2. parking assistance plus with 360 degree camera
3. any other helpful safety features

My big questions are:

A. What is the difference between 2018's driving assistance plus and 2019's driving assistance professional?

B. Are there safety options available only in 2019 so it's worth it for me to max my budget to get 2019? Or 2018 has all the safety features of 2019?

I tend to think newer models will have newer "tech". But I could be wrong so want to consult with those who know more about BMW here. I did some searches myself but was not able to get my answers.

Thank you

TurtleBoy · 07-14-2022, 07:33 PM

Welcome to the forum. The 2018's are a different model so you may need to ask for info in that forum. Just due to technology increases I would think it is safe to assume the G05s are safer. DAP is also way ahead of what you will find on the 2018's.

jinnix · 07-14-2022, 07:42 PM

Thank you for the feedback. But is it okay to repeat the same thread in two different forums? Just want to make sure I am not breaking rules.

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Originally Posted by TurtleBoy

Welcome to the forum. The 2018's are a different model so you may need to ask for info in that forum. Just due to technology increases I would think it is safe to assume the G05s are safer. DAP is also way ahead of what you will find on the 2018's.

TurtleBoy · 07-14-2022, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by jinnix

Thank you for the feedback. But is it okay to repeat the same thread in two different forums? Just want to make sure I am not breaking rules.

Sure, I think that would be fine.

Here is the F15 forum: https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/index.php

-Vanguard- · 07-14-2022, 11:50 PM

Take the new glorious B58 motor in the 2019

Its better in every way compared to the outgoing N55

jinnix · 07-15-2022, 09:00 AM

I looked at the IIHS site, seems like they prefer 2019

https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle...-door-suv/2019

https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle...-door-suv/2018

Shllshck · 07-15-2022, 11:53 AM

With a $50k budget, you might be able to score a 2020. From what I have seen, you should be able to get a low to mid mileage 2019. High mileage ones are in the low $40k in my area.

jinnix · 07-23-2022, 04:17 PM

I am in North Carolina. Difficult to find something with your price point. It's either paying a higher price, or go 200 miles away to look at a car. Given the car market now, should I wait? My mechanic told me war on Ukraine had led to higher car prices because many European car parts are made in Ukraine.

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Originally Posted by Shllshck

With a $50k budget, you might be able to score a 2020. From what I have seen, you should be able to get a low to mid mileage 2019. High mileage ones are in the low $40k in my area.

rmorin1249 · 07-23-2022, 05:36 PM

My loaded '19 Msport is supposedly worth well above $50k. I keep getting offers from dealers and online sites. Prices are starting to settle down but it's a tough used car market right now.

jad03060 · 07-23-2022, 05:37 PM

Nearly all of the X-series are made in the USA. Yes, some parts are imported, but many are made here. The product lines made in Germany are the ones most affected by the war. I'm not saying none of the X-series made here are not impacted, but it's nowhere near as bad as those made in Germany.

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jinnix New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: Audi Q7, Audi TT Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: NC, USA iTrader: (0)	Is MY2019 safer than MY2018 ? New member here. I am actively searching for pre-owned X5 as my next ride. I am most interested in the safety features as recently my driving ability had been impaired by a medical condition (can still drive, but can't see as well as before). My budget is $50,000 and I can get a loaded MY2018 or a high milage MY2019. My must have options are: 1. driving assistance plus (2018) or professional package (2019) 2. parking assistance plus with 360 degree camera 3. any other helpful safety features My big questions are: A. What is the difference between 2018's driving assistance plus and 2019's driving assistance professional? B. Are there safety options available only in 2019 so it's worth it for me to max my budget to get 2019? Or 2018 has all the safety features of 2019? I tend to think newer models will have newer "tech". But I could be wrong so want to consult with those who know more about BMW here. I did some searches myself but was not able to get my answers. Thank you
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TurtleBoy General 13482 Rep 20,095 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 40i,2021 M340i Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	Welcome to the forum. The 2018's are a different model so you may need to ask for info in that forum. Just due to technology increases I would think it is safe to assume the G05s are safer. DAP is also way ahead of what you will find on the 2018's. __________________ 2021 BMW G20 M340i xDrive - Verde Ermes/Black - 03/2024.40 2019 BMW G05 X5 xDrive40i - Phytonic Blue/Cognac - 11/2023.50
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-Vanguard- Lieutenant Colonel 1179 Rep 1,502 Posts Drives: 2021 X6M Competition Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Take the new glorious B58 motor in the 2019 Its better in every way compared to the outgoing N55
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jinnix New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: Audi Q7, Audi TT Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: NC, USA iTrader: (0)	I looked at the IIHS site, seems like they prefer 2019 https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle...-door-suv/2019 https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle...-door-suv/2018
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Shllshck Lieutenant 217 Rep 436 Posts Drives: 2016 428i GC, 2023 X6 40i Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: California iTrader: (0)	With a $50k budget, you might be able to score a 2020. From what I have seen, you should be able to get a low to mid mileage 2019. High mileage ones are in the low $40k in my area.
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rmorin1249 Lieutenant Colonel 821 Rep 1,792 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 MSport 40i Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Hagerstown MD iTrader: (0)	My loaded '19 Msport is supposedly worth well above $50k. I keep getting offers from dealers and online sites. Prices are starting to settle down but it's a tough used car market right now. __________________ COL(Ret), US Army Hagerstown MD 2019 X5 40i MSport Alpine White/Coffee (my 13th BMW) 2015 Mercedes SL400; 2009 Lexus RX350 Last edited by rmorin1249; 07-23-2022 at 07:07 PM..
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jad03060 Major General 3206 Rep 6,872 Posts Drives: X5 45e Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: NH iTrader: (0)	Nearly all of the X-series are made in the USA. Yes, some parts are imported, but many are made here. The product lines made in Germany are the ones most affected by the war. I'm not saying none of the X-series made here are not impacted, but it's nowhere near as bad as those made in Germany.
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