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      11-19-2013, 10:33 AM   #7
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Drives: '24 iX50; '23 i4 M50
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika

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Thanks guys for the replies.

Yeah, I forgot the MSport pack includes the sport auto, so that may feel even more responsive. As I mentioned earlier, the one I drove yesterday was a Luxury line.

Unfortunately, not many F15 with MSport (35i and certainly not 50i) are available to test drive. They are just beginning to land on dealer lots as we speak and most are already sold. I was planning on driving 1.5hrs today to test drive a 50i, but they were pre-sold. I certainly need to test drive both in order to make the most "rational" decision. Based upon the test drive, either brut force (50i) or loads of options/tech (35i) will help seal the deal. I really don't need a new X5, but this happens all the time with me! I also would prefer not to take delivery during the winter and get through one more winter with my E70.

BTW, Yesterday I also test drove Audi's SQ5 and what a blast! That was a great drive. My few complaints are the cargo area with the seats up is very tight. Almost reminded me off the same space as my previous MkV GTI. And the wheel gap/height is not the same as the euro-spec. Also, this one had the 20" wheels as oppose to the 21" and it really didn't look that much special compared to a standard Q5. Although the same platform/size, I am eagerly awaiting tomorrow's reveal of the Porsche Macan in LA!
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