Leather Dashboard

[HansRobert]

I am still working on my wish list for a new X5 and I was curious about the leather covered dash.

This is a relatively expensive option at $1200 and I was wondering if those who bought it would do so again? Does it hold up to the direct sunlight with no cracking, fading, or drying out, etc.? Does it only come in one color and what color is it?

As always, thanks for any input!

[JW83]

Definitely get it. You get softer leather seats for that 1200 as well and they are very comfortable. When I was comparing the range rover sport vs the x5 I almost couldn't get over how much nicer the rrs interior was but all the showroom x5s had the cheap leather seats and dash. Ended up getting x5 anyways and once it arrived with the nappa package it was a pleasant surprise in that it really upgrades the interior feel. You probably will have to be more careful with it in terms of maintenance but that would be the same for a nice leather couch vs a cheap ikea.

[BradATL]

Originally Posted by HansRobert

I am still working on my wish list for a new X5 and I was curious about the leather covered dash.

This is a relatively expensive option at $1200 and I was wondering if those who bought it would do so again? Does it hold up to the direct sunlight with no cracking, fading, or drying out, etc.? Does it only come in one color and what color is it?

As always, thanks for any input!

I love the Nappa leather seats and dash. Really makes the interior gorgeous. I'm blown away every time I get in the car.

[1230vani]

Originally Posted by HansRobert

I am still working on my wish list for a new X5 and I was curious about the leather covered dash.

This is a relatively expensive option at $1200 and I was wondering if those who bought it would do so again? Does it hold up to the direct sunlight with no cracking, fading, or drying out, etc.? Does it only come in one color and what color is it?

As always, thanks for any input!

I had it on the X6, loved it. It was very sensitive and the lower part on the passanger side got scratched and I could make it look nicer, but not a full fix. I think on the X5 with nappa package that part is not leather anymore, so you are safe there. I also noticed that on the X6M model lover part of the dash was more of a rough leather, used to think that mine is better but then realized that the one in X6M was more practical.
I did not get the leather dash this time around (with my F15) as I have kids now. If you do not have kids (or they are a bit older) than get it. The leather is soft, smells better (for real) and not only is the dash in leather, also the top of the door (silly thing but you may notice it when you lean your left hand on the door while you drive, it is softer). The issue with me was that I wanted was dakota mocha (because I absolutely love the color) and I could not select leather dash with it. Nappa is more expensive and more sensitive, not very child friendly. Nappa Mocha (IMO) with ventilated seats makes the car look 10 grand more expensive. Good luck with your purchase!

[Armen383]

When I took delivery I was blown away by the Mocha Nappa interior. And the smell of that... oooh, I hope it stays a bit longer )) One of those things that you simply have to go for.

[HansRobert]

Originally Posted by Armen383

When I took delivery I was blown away by the Mocha Nappa interior. And the smell of that... oooh, I hope it stays a bit longer )) One of those things that you simply have to go for.

But if you don't get the Mocha Nappa leather and spec Terra Dakota instead, can you still get the leather dashboard?

I like the mocha seats but don't want the perforated leather.

[sand99]

Originally Posted by HansRobert

But if you don't get the Mocha Nappa leather and spec Terra Dakota instead, can you still get the leather dashboard?

I like the mocha seats but don't want the perforated leather.

The leather dashboard is a standalone option. As you mentioned, $1,200. So yes you can order it with your terra dakota.

And to answer your original question, the leather on the dash if you choose this option is black Nappa.

[BradATL]

Originally Posted by HansRobert

I like the mocha seats but don't want the perforated leather.

You probably already realize this, but the Napa leather seats aren't perforated unless you order the ventilated seats option.

[HansRobert]

Originally Posted by BradATL

You probably already realize this, but the Napa leather seats aren't perforated unless you order the ventilated seats option.

Yes, it took me a little while to finally figure it out but I think I understand now. I like the nappa leather but my wife prefers terra dakota (and I keep telling her I'm buying it for her ).

So no problems with the leather on the dash drying out and cracking or fading from the heat and sunlight?

[Karthik]

Originally Posted by HansRobert

Yes, it took me a little while to finally figure it out but I think I understand now. I like the nappa leather but my wife prefers terra dakota (and I keep telling her I'm buying it for her ).

So no problems with the leather on the dash drying out and cracking or fading from the heat and sunlight?

I had seen a leather dashboard on one of the display vehicle and I like the regular one instead of leather. Its good if you can have it but I feel that it would not add anything good to your vehicle.

Again that's my personnel opinion.

[midwest 340xi 6sp]

Mocha, Nappa & Leather dash for the win....

I agree with previous poster - it's like a +$10k vehicle inside..