AWD/Fast/Comfortable Daily Driver

[CSanto]

Hey guys,

Currently in a 6MT 15 M3. Looking for BIT more of an all rounder. I have my first baby coming, buying a house and my commute may get a bit longer.
Not opposed to Sport SUVs if need be.
What would you recommend? Give 1 non AWD car and 1 AWD car - Under 100k preferably.

Thanks!

Chris

[David 12]

I have read a lot of good things about the new Audi Q5 or Q7. Great tech and all-around good performance.

Dave

[TMR]

X5M

[KMORGSM5]

X5M

[josec70]

Audi SQ5 or BMW X5M.

[CSanto]

I'm seeing a theme lol

[CSanto]

Originally Posted by TMR

X5M

Originally Posted by KMORGSM5

X5M

Originally Posted by josec70

Audi SQ5 or BMW X5M.

I'm seeing a theme lol

[gmfive]

Originally Posted by CSanto

Hey guys,

Currently in a 6MT 15 M3. Looking for BIT more of an all rounder. I have my first baby coming, buying a house and my commute may get a bit longer.
Not opposed to Sport SUVs if need be.
What would you recommend? Give 1 non AWD car and 1 AWD car - Under 100k preferably.

Thanks!

Chris

The new Jag F Pace is also not terrible though I cannot vouch for its reliability vis-a-vis the X5

[M5Beast_NYC]

are you looking at under 100k each or for both?

We currently have an standard X5 3.0 and my M5. I have two kids (5 and 7) both cars seems to fit the bill very nicely. Our x5 is a lease and im considering looking at the new Volvo xc60 hybrid for my wife when our lease is up.

if you are looking for a SUV under 100k, the Macan S is a great looking and handling car.

[Lowflight]

Except for the MPG, we LOVED our 2014 SRT Jeep

[Fundguy1]

Are you looking for new only and so you want blazing speed? Fuel economy? I like the x5m but I prefer my GL450. More room and great for long distances. Even the base power plant is 0-60 in 5.8. And you can chip it to add 150hp and not worry as its the same power plant as the 550 rated about that power anyway. Gets you into the low 5s on a legit 7 seater luxury. I got mine that stickered for $80k for $41k with 16k miles and a year of factory warranty. Better mpg than x5m and save the cash for something else. Way better carrying capacity too. We traded in a GC Overland Summit Hemi, got better mpg, it's faster, more room, upgrade every way except it doesn't have A.C. seats or auto high beams. Big whoop.

[CSanto]

Originally Posted by M5Beast_NYC

are you looking at under 100k each or for both?

We currently have an standard X5 3.0 and my M5. I have two kids (5 and 7) both cars seems to fit the bill very nicely. Our x5 is a lease and im considering looking at the new Volvo xc60 hybrid for my wife when our lease is up.

if you are looking for a SUV under 100k, the Macan S is a great looking and handling car.

My two options are one car to replace the F80 with or Keep the F80 and add a DD.

So basically 1 car under 100k or keep F80 and second car...around 35-40k

[CSanto]

Originally Posted by Fundguy1

Are you looking for new only and so you want blazing speed? Fuel economy? I like the x5m but I prefer my GL450. More room and great for long distances. Even the base power plant is 0-60 in 5.8. And you can chip it to add 150hp and not worry as its the same power plant as the 550 rated about that power anyway. Gets you into the low 5s on a legit 7 seater luxury. I got mine that stickered for $80k for $41k with 16k miles and a year of factory warranty. Better mpg than x5m and save the cash for something else. Way better carrying capacity too. We traded in a GC Overland Summit Hemi, got better mpg, it's faster, more room, upgrade every way except it doesn't have A.C. seats or auto high beams. Big whoop.

Sounds like a solid option. Definitely looking at New and Used.
Is the 450 the same in all those MB SUVs?

[Fundguy1]

Originally Posted by CSanto

Sounds like a solid option. Definitely looking at New and Used.
Is the 450 the same in all those MB SUVs?

The model changed in 2013 and had its update in 2016 I think. The update is the GLS 450.
Personally I prefer the interior prior to the update. I don't know if the engines in the different 450's are the same but probably. Ours is all black premium package, driver assist package, and appearance package with 20" wheels. Our engine is a 4.7L v8 twin turbo.


Here's the Car and Drivver long term report. We didn't have brake issues and zero rattles. http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...wrap-up-review

The only two issues were a faulty clamp on the coolant overflow which we were told was common but fired with a different clamp under warranty. A $5 5min fix. And a gas cap that wouldn't seal which they replaced. We are at 40,000 now and it needs new rear brake pads and just got new tires. I added aftermarket HID headlights which were optional. Rest is untouched. We get about 18mpg and gas prices having dropped its $50 to fill. If nothing else I'd test drive one.

[PetrolFumes]

range rover sport supercharged. best of all worlds. I have a 1.5 year old. The wife feels safe in it and I have fun in my M5

[allmotor_2000]

If you arnt looking for an ultra fast SUV, I suggest the Q7. Build and drive feel is superb. Very quiet and quick enough. Fantastic interior and has all the bells and whistles one would need. Can also seat a 3rd row if needed.

[Un Gato Malodoro]

Originally Posted by PetrolFumes

range rover sport supercharged. best of all worlds. I have a 1.5 year old. The wife feels safe in it and I have fun in my M5

This. But the tech in my RRS is utter crap. Don't think the upgraded tech hits until the next MY.

[PetrolFumes]

Originally Posted by Un Gato Malodoro

This. But the tech in my RRS is utter crap. Don't think the upgraded tech hits until the next MY.

yes, tech sucks big time. the screen is sooo slow and there's no way to even view what alerts you have or when the next upcoming service is. BUT it sounds phenomenal and i feel confident driving It and confident having my kid and wife in it. not to mention it will always be a classic per se even the last model year still looks good IMO. dealer service is expensive though for maintenance and I wouldn't ever go without adding an extended warranty once mine is up. now that I think about it - I should have just leased it. likely will on the next.

[PetrolFumes]

Originally Posted by allmotor_2000

If you arnt looking for an ultra fast SUV, I suggest the Q7. Build and drive feel is superb. Very quiet and quick enough. Fantastic interior and has all the bells and whistles one would need. Can also seat a 3rd row if needed.

I hated the Q7. sluggggg BUT reliable.

[550Reasons]

I hear the SQ5 is pretty fun

[ARKONE]

Originally Posted by David 12

I have read a lot of good things about the new Audi Q5 or Q7. Great tech and all-around good performance.

Dave

Just test drove the Q7 and found it to be too soft. You're better off with a Macan or a Cayenne although they look dated. SQ5 is sporty and gives you a bit more room than a sedan, but not enough to consider it a true SUV.

[allmotor_2000]

Originally Posted by PetrolFumes

I hated the Q7. sluggggg BUT reliable.

Yeah it isn't going to win any stoplight races but if it's for the wife and kids, it's a great car. I have the M5 and the 991tt to get my tickles when I need it...