Here is an interesting rumor that just came in from one of our readers in Northern California...
Dear 001,
An X5 update for you and your readers...I live in the SF Bay Area...I have called 3 of the local dealers and ALL 3 said the new X5 coming out at the end of the year is NOT going to be a X5 but it is going to be a X7....based on the 7 series platform.
KJ
This actually sounds like it could have some merit because the new X5's in the spy shots looks a little longer.
Plus, we know for sure BMW is prepping an X6 which basically is a more sporty looking X5-type vehicle.
We'll keep close tabs on this rumor.
Be sure to let us know if you're hearing the same thing from the BMW dealer in your region.