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#29 of 36 Re: cormar [bmlexus] by anon3

Jan 28, 2008 (7:03 pm)

Replying to: bmlexus (Jan 26, 2008 5:38 pm)
As a side note on the "M" edition X5, you are right that it has the same engine as the 4.8i (350hp in the U.S.).
 
As in the previous X5, BMW eventually will offer 3 engine choices. In the previous model, you could buy the X5 3.0 (260 hp inline 6), 4.4i (315 hp V8) and the 4.8is (355 hp V8). The current 4.8i (350 hp V8) is the top choice until 2009 or early model year 2010 when an X5 5.0is would be expected. I've been hearing for over a year that the top line X5 will get a slightly muted version of the new twin turbo V8 (400 hp) that will first appear in the new X6, then in the new 7 series, then in a top line X5.
 
BMW production runs last 7 model years. In the 4th model year, they refresh the model with styling updates and sometimes an engine upgrade. For example, the current 5 series debuted in 2004. The 2008 model received the refresh and the new twin turbo 6 cylinder engine.
 
In 2009, the base X5 is likely to be upgraded to the twin turbo inline 6 cylinder engine. A new high-end performance version with the 5.0is badge will debut after that. The 4.8i should pretty much stay the same (maybe a 10 hp increase) and will fall in the middle of the line up.

#30 of 36 Re: cormar [anon3] by bmlexus

Feb 02, 2008 (10:32 am)

Replying to: anon3 (Jan 28, 2008 7:03 pm)
The 4.8i should pretty much stay the same (maybe a 10 hp increase)
 
So that means they will not replace the current 4.8 naturally aspirated with a twin turbo ?
 
I am not an car or an engine expert but IMO that naturally asp seems better for the engine than all the turbo twin turbo super charged etc etc..
 
I read abt your x5 and 525x experience really surprised to read that you traded.
 
BMW production runs last 7 model years. In the 4th model year, they refresh the model with styling updates and sometimes an engine upgrade. For example, the current 5 series debuted in 2004. The 2008 model received the refresh and the new twin turbo 6 cylinder engine.
 
 
Thanks for all this info and explaning...

#31 of 36 Re: cormar [cormar] by bmlexus

Feb 02, 2008 (10:39 am)

Replying to: cormar (Jan 27, 2008 11:56 pm)
i think its the M package that hikes the price, the additional body work DOES give the car a totally different look , I can send you a picture if you would like and you will see what I am trying to explain to you
 
Ok I tried to search in Google but didn't understand pic with be easy to understand specially abt the body moulding and M steering

#32 of 36 Re: cormar [bmlexus] by anon3

Feb 02, 2008 (6:39 pm)

Replying to: bmlexus (Feb 02, 2008 10:32 am)
They won't replace the 4.8i normally aspirated V8 with the twin turbo. The turbo will be a third engine option eventually. The turbo is a better engine for a heavy SUV because it produces peak torque and hp at lower rpm. So it's better for accelerating heavy vehicles. The non-turbo V-8 has to spool up to 3,500 rpm to produce peak power, resulting in a surge of power when you hit 3,500 rpm. You have to use the transmission to keep rpm above 3,500 to maintain peak power. The turbo requires less shifting and produces smoother acceleration because peak power is available immediately and remains available almost to red line.
 
My salesman showed me BMW's new-model production schedule today. The first production runs of the X6 are scheduled for May. The first models will go out as dealer demos. The schedule says the first production X6 models will be available for purchase in late July or early August. It also said that the first X6 would be a 4.4i, which must have been a typo.
 
The new 7 series is scheduled to be available in the December time frame.

#33 of 36 Re: [anon3] by bmlexus

Feb 02, 2008 (8:14 pm)

Replying to: anon3 (Feb 02, 2008 6:39 pm)
Ok. nice explaining I think this is the first time I understood this. At 1800rpm so it will be much much more smoother than the naturally asp because naturally takes 3500rpm. lower rpm is like getting quickly to a top speed without even knowing I think I am beginning to understand more abt cars technically which i didn't before.
 
may for the x6 december for the 7 series is strange i thought 2009. then when is the 5 series coming not end of the year?

#34 of 36 Rim Weight by mthexuma

Feb 07, 2008 (10:44 am)

Replying to: bmlexus (Jan 26, 2008 11:28 am)
Does anyone know where to find the weight of the stock rims?
 
I need to know the weight of the stock rims of a BMW X5 3.0 2004 model year.
 
Any direction would be appreciated.

#35 of 36 Changing wheels by jstahl1

Sep 04, 2008 (3:48 pm)

?? I have an X5 3.0i and the stock wheels that it came with 235/65R 17 I want to change to an 18 " and the wider rim that came on the 4.4 has any one done this and if so did it change the ride and or Gas mileage.
THX

#36 of 36 BMW spare tire by fimsy

Apr 18, 2012 (6:51 pm)

Hello, just noted BMW does not have a spare tire. Should I be concerned? What experience does any one have with the BMW tire.

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