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Re: I've decided on the BMW X5, but which one? (archive)
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Posted by Nizar on January 22, 2001 at 12:50:26:

In Reply to: Re: I've decided on the BMW X5, but which one? posted by X5 -SC on January 22, 2001 at 08:15:19:

1. 3.0 actually would handle better because LESS WEIGHT. Period.

2. Go to bmwusa.com and build a 4.4 and then a 3.0. As you can see, the lease is cheaper for the 4.4!!! Same options of course on both. WTF!


As you probably know by now, the difference between the 4.4 and the 3.0 is about $10K. That is after the 3.0 is appointed with the options that make it comparable, like premium package, sport package, activity package...

Anyway, I would argue that the primary difference is in torque and towing ability. There's no question that the 4.4 has more get-up-and-go but the 3.0 is no slouch. I have driven 4 different 3.0s and I am always amazed by it's peppiness and handling. In fact, the only difference in the handling of the 4.4 and 3.0 is wheel/tire related. Otherwise they are similar in handling and appointment.

My $.02




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