If there was a hall of fame for SUV's there would be NO doubt in our minds that the BMW X5 would be an uncontested nominee.
Great looks, practicality and unparalleled driving experience are just a few of its great attributes.
Ever since we returned our long term review X5 last year, we've missed it everyday since.
And now that there is a clean diesel, the X5 is even better.
But if you ask customers or buyers that bought something else, one criticism resonates...
Have you guessed it yet?
They all say if they could change one thing it would be its size.
It's TOO small.
Yes, I was taken aback when that information was shared with me but that is what customers and potential customers say.
So reliable sources have informed AutoSpies.com that the next generation BMW X5 will grow in size, maybe even to the size of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Series.
And we're also told it will get better mileage than the current ride even with its added girth.
Imagine a full size truck like a GL that drives like a BMW...not that sounds DELICIOUS!
We've even heard it could be called the X7...yes, it's a resurrected rumor regarding the name change but it would make sense.
The X3 has grown to almost the size of an X5 so it is doable.
You heard it FIRST here.
Chime in if you think they are right and should they change the name to the X7???
Discuss....
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