X5 or X7 with two kids

[TboneS54]

Originally Posted by wtwo3

Adults can easily fit into the back of an X7. I had a group of 6 of us buddies, some over 6 feet, all get into my X7 for a 40 minute ride and everyone was supremely comfortable. As long as you move the middle seats forward, the 3rd row seats are plenty spacious.

On top of that, having its own climate controls as well as its own sunroof truly helps the 3rd row feel extremely comfortable.

Yep, it's funny to see people talk about things they don't know. You might assume, but actually the 3rd row is a very nice place to be. And if you don't need it, put it down and get a ton of storage. I also like that the 3rd row isn't a row, but 2 individual seats, so you could just put 1 down and still get some more trunk space onthe other side.

[wtwo3]

Originally Posted by tracer bullet

How is parking where you live? One reason I own an X3 is that it'd easier to maneuver around. To me, an X7 would feel like driving a school bus.

Also I'll predict that it's a decade before you're hauling around your kid's friends and actually using a 3rd row. But you'll have to make your own prediction there.

I bet X7 with DHP drives as small if not smaller than an X3. It certainly drives a lot smaller than our X5 did. Rear wheel steering is incredible for maneuverability.

[TboneS54]

U turns are a breeze, no worries

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Originally Posted by TboneS54

Yep, it's funny to see people talk about things they don't know. You might assume, but actually the 3rd row is a very nice place to be. And if you don't need it, put it down and get a ton of storage. I also like that the 3rd row isn't a row, but 2 individual seats, so you could just put 1 down and still get some more trunk space onthe other side.

Got to see both X5 and X7. The X7 feels way better for me and the family. Definitely going with the X7. No brainer after seeing both.

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Originally Posted by TboneS54

2 kids here. We love love love our x7. It never seems too big or feels too big. The x5s always look tiny to me.

Saw both today, the X7 felt like an actual SUV. Next to the X5 I did feel like the X5 looked tiny. X7 ride and feel was great. Definitely going with the X7. Will rarely use the 3rd row but it’ll be there just in case!

[TboneS54]

You'll love it!

[tracer bullet]

I'm sure you'll like it. Congrats!

[mjr24]

X7 is way better because you can put the second row back further.

We never use the third row and always have it down.

[da@davidarriola.com]

Both are similar in kid convenience even with child and booster seats. The sight lines are better in the X5, but I am getting used to the X7 and it's a sweet ride too. Width is the same, the 7 is taller and nine inches longer. The X7 has air suspension that the lighter X5 (500 lbs) does not. We have a Mercedes GL 450 in the family and it required replacement of the air shocks at 20K miles. I suspect the bimmer will be similar. Weigh replacing by warranty or your nickle if out of time (36 months). They're not cheap so factor that into your budget planning. I love both models!

[yousefnjr]

I’ve been in the back of our X7 a few times. Wouldn’t want to be back there for a long road trip, but just running around town was fine. Ours was a 6 seater, iirc the middle row “captain chairs” are optional. Had plenty of room our kids and all their crap, and our dog too.

Not sure how much this matters to you, but the X7 gets 7-series level trim

Bonus pic of said doggo in X7

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Originally Posted by yousefnjr

I’ve been in the back of our X7 a few times. Wouldn’t want to be back there for a long road trip, but just running around town was fine. Ours was a 6 seater, iirc the middle row “captain chairs” are optional. Had plenty of room our kids and all their crap, and our dog too.

Not sure how much this matters to you, but the X7 gets 7-series level trim

Bonus pic of said doggo in X7

Appreciate the response, im planning on getting a 21-22 xDrive40 since I don’t like the headlights in the 23. How’s the reliability been so far on yours ? Ive heard bad things about the air suspension. Nice dog, reminds me of my Rottweiler lol glad they fit.

[yousefnjr]

Originally Posted by AEG

Appreciate the response, im planning on getting a 21-22 xDrive40 since I don’t like the headlights in the 23. How’s the reliability been so far on yours ? Ive heard bad things about the air suspension. Nice dog, reminds me of my Rottweiler lol glad they fit.

We had it for 3 years on a lease, and I think the only problem we had was with some kind of telematics module. The thing that connects the car to remote services. It had stopped receiving updates/commands from the mobile app. Dealer replaced it and all was well. No issues with the air ride.

Rottie fammmmm