2007 BMW X5 - Nissan Murano

murano123 · 12-13-2004, 03:36 PM

Looks ugly though. The 2006 ML probably looks better.

http://forums.autoweek.com/thread.js...ssageID=213611

VRSCA · 12-13-2004, 04:06 PM

Keep in mind that these photos are spy photos of a vehicle with camouflage pieces, whereas the ML was an officially released photo.

A few colleagues of mine that have seen the final version of the X5 really like the re-design.

**Eric L.** · 12-13-2004, 04:31 PM

I hope that rear bumper is camouflage, since it looks like its been smashed into and is going to fall off!

murano123 · 12-13-2004, 05:04 PM

The V6 will probably get the 255hp engine of the 2006 330i. But the torque I guess will remain at 218 lb ft or so.

nissanlove · 12-13-2004, 09:10 PM

your right murano 123 the new 2006 ml does look better. way better if you ask me. this new x5 looks really short. maybe bmw is planning on scraping the x3(which they should) , slot the x5 in around that area and build a much larger x7 based on the 7 series platform. although they do have the engines right, it's said that there will be a v10 to rival that of the porshce cayyene turbo.

this is the new mercedes ml

Mercedes ML63

VRSCA · 12-13-2004, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by nissanlove
your right murano 123 the new 2006 ml does look better. way better if you ask me. this new x5 looks really short. maybe bmw is planning on scraping the x3(which they should) , slot the x5 in around that area and build a much larger x7 based on the 7 series platform. although they do have the engines right, it's said that there will be a v10 to rival that of the porshce cayyene turbo.

this is the new mercedes ml

Mercedes ML63

ML vs. X5 looks: wait for both cars to come out w/o camouflage and then compare apples to apples. Look at the ML Spy shots here (http://www.cardomain.com/id/brenttush8382) and compare them to the link in the first post - all camouflaged it was an ugly duckling too.
X5 short: it's longer and wider than the current one.
X3 scrap: nope, it's here to stay.
X7: the new X5 is bigger, but BMW does not want a Titatic behemoth such as the Excursion.
New ML: The link you provided was for the AMG version, that's similar to BMW M-Technik. Of course the souped up version looks better than the stocker. Again, apples to apples...
Regards from South Carolina (http://www.bmwusfactory.com/)

GripperDon · 12-14-2004, 12:22 AM

When does the new MB ML hit the streets?

**jaak** · 12-14-2004, 06:59 AM

Wow! That's ugly!

mgthe3 · 12-14-2004, 08:52 AM

I second your motion jaak.

hfelknor · 12-14-2004, 03:39 PM

"X7: the new X5 is bigger, but BMW does not want a Titatic behemoth such as the Excursion."

Neither does Ford.
The Excursion just became a collectible.

Homer

murano123 · 12-14-2004, 03:48 PM

I think Nissan should design the exterior for all German vehicles. German car companies don't pay as much attention to exterior design as they do to performance.

The 2007 BMW X5 just looks like a huge version of Toyota Matrix.

VG. · 12-14-2004, 08:44 PM

i think it looks pretty good for a camoflauge coverd car... I'm one of the few people out there that don't mind Bangle designed vehicles, though, so my opinion is worthless (according to most of the auto world)

GripperDon · 12-14-2004, 09:23 PM

Hey VG your opinion can't be a bad opinion you drive a MO! (but it is ugly)

VG. · 12-15-2004, 07:18 PM

touche'!

sev · 07-04-2010, 11:41 PM

Test drove 2003 X5 this weekend and it is shorter than the MO, heavier, harder to turn and you can feel when gears shift.

MO still number 1!

12-13-2004, 03:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
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12-13-2004, 04:31 PM	#3 (permalink)
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12-13-2004, 05:04 PM	#4 (permalink)
murano123 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 114	The V6 will probably get the 255hp engine of the 2006 330i. But the torque I guess will remain at 218 lb ft or so. __________________ Sheer Silver SL AWD, Touring, NAV and Cafe

12-13-2004, 09:10 PM	#5 (permalink)
nissanlove Super Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Edmonton,AB Posts: 1,373	your right murano 123 the new 2006 ml does look better. way better if you ask me. this new x5 looks really short. maybe bmw is planning on scraping the x3(which they should) , slot the x5 in around that area and build a much larger x7 based on the 7 series platform. although they do have the engines right, it's said that there will be a v10 to rival that of the porshce cayyene turbo. this is the new mercedes ml Mercedes ML63 __________________ The Finish Line... Is Only The Begining 2005 Nissan Murano SE with TECH PKG. "Z" GRILL,PolarStart Remote Car Starter(made in Alberta for Alberta) JWT Pop charger SE Black Chrome wheels with Bridgestone dueler HP SPORT rubber custom flowmaster rear exhaust

12-14-2004, 12:22 AM	#7 (permalink)
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12-13-2004, 04:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
VRSCA Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville/Spartanburg, SC Posts: 49	Keep in mind that these photos are spy photos of a vehicle with camouflage pieces, whereas the ML was an officially released photo. A few colleagues of mine that have seen the final version of the X5 really like the re-design.

12-14-2004, 06:59 AM	#8 (permalink)
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12-14-2004, 08:52 AM	#9 (permalink)
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12-14-2004, 03:39 PM	#10 (permalink)
hfelknor Super Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 3,281	"X7: the new X5 is bigger, but BMW does not want a Titatic behemoth such as the Excursion." Neither does Ford. The Excursion just became a collectible. Homer __________________ 2001 Jaguar XJ8 Cruiser 2004 ThunderBird 2 passenger Runabout HAD The GOLD RUSH until Nov 6 2009 2003 Gold SLFWD with Premium, Sunroof, Latte Leather, Ultrashield Invisible Bra, Sunroof wind deflector, Aluminum Tank Guard, Chrome Wheels by Ion Alloy, Michelin 235/65-18 Cross Terrains, Garmin Nuvi 2008 Cadillac Gold Mist DTS LUX III - Gone! 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK 350 - Gone! "Didja ever notice that quiet people are not the only ones who don't say much?"

12-14-2004, 03:48 PM	#11 (permalink)
murano123 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 114	I think Nissan should design the exterior for all German vehicles. German car companies don't pay as much attention to exterior design as they do to performance. The 2007 BMW X5 just looks like a huge version of Toyota Matrix. __________________ Sheer Silver SL AWD, Touring, NAV and Cafe

12-14-2004, 08:44 PM	#12 (permalink)
VG. Midnight Marauder Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Central FL Posts: 80	i think it looks pretty good for a camoflauge coverd car... I'm one of the few people out there that don't mind Bangle designed vehicles, though, so my opinion is worthless (according to most of the auto world) __________________ hgcx - the Hardcore Gaming Coumpound

12-14-2004, 09:23 PM	#13 (permalink)
GripperDon Mr. 3 K, 3/3/5. 5K,10/5/7 Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: PB5-926 Posts: 5,077	Hey VG your opinion can't be a bad opinion you drive a MO! (but it is ugly) __________________ Previous Owner of, The Mod Mo, 05, SL, FWD, Platinum, Charcoal Leather, Touring, Technology Pkgs., TPMS etc. Chrome Wheels, Roof Rack Bbars. Cargo Protector. Extended Warranty, X-Tire, AutoMate. Leatherique treated leather. Diamond Window Tint, Tires 3 step balanced. Stainless Steel Laser Cut Grill. Glass VIN etch, Debadged. Silver Painted Calipers. 1300F Ceramic painted Muffler. B-Quite Supreme, sound matting. External Sound ndercoated. White Led Parking Lights. Led Front Door Entrance Lights. Yellow Ion Fogs. Silver-Amber Front Turn Signals. Hella 100 Watt @ 5000K Driving Lights. SAT receiver–Delphi XM Roady2 Hidden Antenna install. Fan cooled Inverter AC to Xbox. MTX 200 watt auto on Amp deciated power to Bose Sub Woofer. PAC-Niss dual aux in for Sat and X Box audio. Generator Labs NoNag modded Rear Camera. “NAV Box" W/Modded X Box X2 Chip. DVD’s, MP3 & JPEG pics ,160 gig HD / Wireless Lynksis 802.11G Ethernet link. Runs Xbox Media Center. rear Bumper Protector. Selectable Horns: OEM MO/WoLo air. Tinted Tails-Bright bulbs. Tweeters tilted + 19uf mod. Lower Grill Stone Shield. Front Floor Amber Courtesy Lights. Chrome over Stainless Rocker Bars. Wireless LED Turn Signal Mirrors. Top mounted Led Stop Light modded with The backoff.

12-15-2004, 07:18 PM	#14 (permalink)
VG. Midnight Marauder Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Central FL Posts: 80	touche'! __________________ hgcx - the Hardcore Gaming Coumpound

07-04-2010, 11:41 PM	#15 (permalink)
sev Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 53	Test drove 2003 X5 this weekend and it is shorter than the MO, heavier, harder to turn and you can feel when gears shift. MO still number 1!

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