About to place order for an '08/4.8 and am concerned about spec'g 20s since have heard they ride harsh, pull more, wear out fast and cost a lot more. Can anyone verify this?
I had the same question, I am going with the 19 inch on a 2008 4.8i ordered, since it's a family hauler.
But I test drove with the 20 inch wheels and it was much better than I would have imagined.
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2008 BMW X5, 4.8i Sport (Our Family Hauler)
2006 Ford GT, Heffner Pulley, Heffner Tune, Accufab Exhaust, Ford Racing SSK, Halon Fire Suppression, Crow 6 Point Harnesses, Setrab Transaxle Cooler
2006 Dinan Mini Cooper S, Dinan Valved Koni Shocks, Eibach Springs, Dinan 3 Piece Forged Wheels, Dinan 15% reduction Supercharger pulley Kit, Dinan CAI, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Stage V Software, Alta Intercooler, LSD, Sport Package
2001 M5, Carbon Black Metallic, LOTS of mods, gone but fondly remembered
Dyno 395.5 rwhp
2004 BMW K12S, Nurburgring Test Ride Event, 1 of 4 USA Test Riders selected
BMWs Sold: 1987 535is, 1997 M3 Sedan, 2000 K1200RS, 2000 R1200C, 1997 328i Sedan, 2004 R1100S BMW Boxer Cup Replika #3/300, 01 M5
One thing is that the 20 comes with 315 tires out back, which in my opinion makes it look a lot meaner.
The 20 also comes with fender flare so it gives that distinguished look from other X5.
Damn. 315's on the rear. That's pretty crazy for an X5. That's what my GT has.
I will go look for some photos showing the wider fender flares...
Hmmmm. I wonder if it's too late to change the build order...Ah, my wife would probably hate the 20's anyways, if she notices...
That 315 rear tire cannot be cheap. As they say, it's only money...I'm sure it looks great.
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2008 BMW X5, 4.8i Sport (Our Family Hauler)
2006 Ford GT, Heffner Pulley, Heffner Tune, Accufab Exhaust, Ford Racing SSK, Halon Fire Suppression, Crow 6 Point Harnesses, Setrab Transaxle Cooler
2006 Dinan Mini Cooper S, Dinan Valved Koni Shocks, Eibach Springs, Dinan 3 Piece Forged Wheels, Dinan 15% reduction Supercharger pulley Kit, Dinan CAI, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Stage V Software, Alta Intercooler, LSD, Sport Package
2001 M5, Carbon Black Metallic, LOTS of mods, gone but fondly remembered
Dyno 395.5 rwhp
2004 BMW K12S, Nurburgring Test Ride Event, 1 of 4 USA Test Riders selected
BMWs Sold: 1987 535is, 1997 M3 Sedan, 2000 K1200RS, 2000 R1200C, 1997 328i Sedan, 2004 R1100S BMW Boxer Cup Replika #3/300, 01 M5
Last edited by Ronin M5; 17th October 2007 at 05:44.
315s will also mean no go in the snow even if they are all seasons. just something to consider- youll probably want a separate set of winter wheels+tires. as mine will be family hauler and see some light snow (not plowing through unplowed streets with 24" of white stuff!) Im going with the 19s and all season run flats for peace of mind.
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Jerry 00 Z8 Jet Black/Red Sport / some others
Yeah, I'll stick with the 19's. Thanks! I think our X5 has been built and is in transport process...
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2008 BMW X5, 4.8i Sport (Our Family Hauler)
2006 Ford GT, Heffner Pulley, Heffner Tune, Accufab Exhaust, Ford Racing SSK, Halon Fire Suppression, Crow 6 Point Harnesses, Setrab Transaxle Cooler
2006 Dinan Mini Cooper S, Dinan Valved Koni Shocks, Eibach Springs, Dinan 3 Piece Forged Wheels, Dinan 15% reduction Supercharger pulley Kit, Dinan CAI, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Stage V Software, Alta Intercooler, LSD, Sport Package
2001 M5, Carbon Black Metallic, LOTS of mods, gone but fondly remembered
Dyno 395.5 rwhp
2004 BMW K12S, Nurburgring Test Ride Event, 1 of 4 USA Test Riders selected
BMWs Sold: 1987 535is, 1997 M3 Sedan, 2000 K1200RS, 2000 R1200C, 1997 328i Sedan, 2004 R1100S BMW Boxer Cup Replika #3/300, 01 M5
Last edited by Ronin M5; 22nd October 2007 at 00:52.
No go for the pics Ronin M5. My digi cam was acting up.
Just to let you know that I have a set of dedicated winter tires on OEM 18s waiting once the white stuff comes.
DON'T think that you'll get by with the xDrive. With 315 summers in the back it'll spin no matter what.
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