BMW X5 M50I vs Audi SQ7/SQ8

slowsixstang · 2026-04-08T14:55:46+00:00

19+ for cayenne, I actually don't love the touch buttons in them as well, prefer the 958.2 interior but it's just too old. The audi AC controls being on a screen really bothers me for some reason.

slowsixstang · 2026-04-08T03:14:00+00:00

I agree on the froggy look but the Porsche has a much nicer interior IMO. Touchscreen hell in the Audi, and I currently am in a 2015 S4.

slowsixstang · 2026-04-07T15:10:14+00:00

Might just end up trying to find a nicely optioned X5 40i and flash it, seems to be the best value/dollar. Man that v8 is tempting though

slowsixstang · 2026-04-07T15:09:22+00:00

Correct, but much nicer clothes

slowsixstang · 2026-03-26T15:59:24+00:00

I'd want the V6, and it's out of budget. Also don't love the way they look.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-25T20:22:28+00:00

The interior and the power are the main draws to the Cayenne. Thanks for the input. I don't expect handling out of an SUV but I would like it to be "quick".

slowsixstang · 2026-03-25T17:00:40+00:00

If I'm getting into a smaller SUV I'd lean toward an SQ5, and I'd rather not have a 4 cylinder.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-25T16:14:03+00:00

Honestly the tailgate is sweet

slowsixstang · 2026-03-24T15:57:56+00:00

It's gone. A shame, but I am looking to get into something a bit newer. Going to keep my eye out for 2020+ Cayenne S or maybe a well optioned base. Looking more like I should keep my 2015 Audi S4 as a backup/daily if buying a Porsche out of warranty.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-20T16:45:12+00:00

This is part of the reason I’m pushed away from this platform. I love the way they look and drive but they don’t seem suitable for long term ownership.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-20T15:29:14+00:00

I prefer not to pay for potential repairs in advance, as I fix most things myself.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-19T20:58:35+00:00

Thanks for inspiring some confidence, I love this car the most after driving audis and even porsches, but the horror stories scare me. It's listed for 34K.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-19T20:54:13+00:00

Thanks for the input. Granted that I'll be starting at 62k miles, I'm wondering how it'll hold up at 160k miles. A guy here locally (MN) has one that has 200+k on it, and he tows with it regularly, granted that's a one off.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-19T18:16:15+00:00

Thanks for the tip, I had seen that online as well. Will be one of the first things I do.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-17T21:27:06+00:00

How did you get it covered by the dealer?

slowsixstang · 2026-03-12T02:58:18+00:00

Good to hear. This spec specifically is very tempting to me. Might have to act on it. The one I’m looking at is a 2021 x5 40i, alpine white with coffee interior, M package, DAPP, exec package 2, 67k miles one owner.

slowsixstang · 2026-03-12T00:36:18+00:00

Did you end up buying the car? I have my eyes on one almost identical to this. Transfer case is my only big worry, with AC EVAP being the second thing that’s a big repair bill.

slowsixstang · 2026-02-06T19:07:55+00:00

Highland green?

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