BMW X5 VS Ssangyong Rexton?

boardsie08

Ok, perhaps this is a total no-brainer for some, but I'm totally undecided and confused..

So here's the dilemma of miniscule proportions:

I can get a 06 Ssangyong Rexton for the same price as a 01 BMW X5 and I have no idea which would be the better choice?

Obviously I'd be get a much newer car with the Rexton for the same money as a 7yr old X5, on the other hand Ssangyong have a dubious reputation to say the least, whereas the BMW is reliable and trusted.

Both have pretty similar specs, both are diesel, automatic, full leather interior etc..

One thing in the Rexton's favour is that it has a Mercedes engine and gear box.

Ok, so I know a lot of people count the Rexton dog-ugly surprisingly though I really happen like it, interior included!

I'm not a badge/reg plate snob, so year/brand doesn't really bother me..

I like both, and both are roughly same price.

Which is the better buy?

The newer Ssangyong, or the older BMW?

Any pros/cons of either which I may want to consider?

Which would you choose and why?

kluivert

Neither.

If your in the line for something like that, go for a Audi A4 Avant TDi.

tv3

I would go with the rexton ahead of the x5.They have a decent trade in value also,and you are well up the years.I wouldnt go near the audi because they are not as good as made out to be and they are abit of a kiddies boy racer/scumbags car:D

junkyard

I have an X5 since 2006 and haven't had any problems only the rear tracking has to be done on a regular basis, I chipped mine and it's way faster and nearly an extra 100 miles on a full tank. Build quality and handling aren't great with the Rexton, I knew a few people with them and they couldn't wait to get rid of them and found it hard to get rid of them. I'd recommend the X5 any day. Mercedes engines are nothing to write home about tbh.

meesa

I`d say in that case the Rexton is the better value all round i.e. 01 x5 vs 06 Rexton....but jeesuus the Rexton got a right ol` batterin` with the ugly stick!!

boardsie08

kluivert wrote: »

Neither.

If your in the line for something like that, go for a Audi A4 Avant TDi.

Tbh never even heard of the Avant til now - on googling it, it appears to be an estate? Personally, I hate estates, they don't appeal to me at all.. thanks for the suggestion though!

tv3 wrote: »

I would go with the rexton ahead of the x5.They have a decent trade in value also,and you are well up the years.I wouldnt go near the audi because they are not as good as made out to be and they are abit of a kiddies boy racer/scumbags car:D

Tbh would've thought that the resale value on a Ssangyong would be pretty poor, not too bothered about trade in value tho, prob hang onto it for a while.. thanks for the input!

junkyard wrote: »

I have an X5 since 2006 and haven't had any problems only the rear tracking has to be done on a regular basis, I chipped mine and it's way faster and nearly an extra 100 miles on a full tank. Build quality and handling aren't great with the Rexton, I knew a few people with them and they couldn't wait to get rid of them and found it hard to get rid of them. I'd recommend the X5 any day. Mercedes engines are nothing to write home about tbh.

Thanks for the informative reply!

Tbh haven't really done my homework on the X5 yet, as I was just doing some last minute research on the Rexton when I saw I could get approx a 01 for the same price, always liked the X5's..

I wonder if there's much difference between the older/newer models of X5's?

Btw, mind me asking what this chipping is? I'm not a real car enthusiast as you can probably guess! lol Obviously I know chipping means getting more out of your car, but how exactly do you go about it, costs involved etc..?

Well lots more food for thought now!

Thanks for all the info

boardsie08

meesa wrote: »

I`d say in that case the Rexton is the better value all round i.e. 01 x5 vs 06 Rexton....but jeesuus the Rexton got a right ol` batterin` with the ugly stick!!

Lol, what is it with people and the Rexton?? Yeah yeah, ok, so the Rodious is one ugly brute, that's a given, and the Musso didn't rate too highly either.. but y'know what, I like the Rexton. Honestly. and everyone else hates it, what am I missing??

Maybe my taste sucks...

Naaah.. it ain't that bad.


Is it?

meesa

Don`t let your other half see this thread ...she`ll be in therapy for years!!!..only joking.

junkyard

The newer X5 has a slight facelift over the older one bit you'd nearly need to have the two parked side by side to see the difference. I have a tuning box fitted to my one and it just plugs in to the existing loom and can be removed or fitted in about ten minutes, it boosts your brake horse power and feel like you've added another turbo to the engine. Truthfully I wouldn't even consider the Rexton.

RichyX

tv3 wrote: »

I wouldnt go near the audi because they are not as good as made out to be and they are abit of a kiddies boy racer/scumbags car:D

Can't say I've ever seen a boy racer in an A4 Avant.

Anan1

boardsie08 wrote: »

Maybe my taste sucks...

Naaah.. it ain't that bad.


Is it?

I'm afraid so.;)

Bandara

OP I've made it very easy for you....


Which one would you rather bang for the next 3 years?



The classy sexy as hell older woman

---

Or the solid average looking younger version?

Sorry must go now, Salma is calling me again.....

niceirishfella

Hammertime wrote: »

OP I've made it very easy for you....


Which one would you rather bang for the next 3 years?



The classy sexy as hell older woman

---

Or the solid average looking younger version?

Sorry must go now, Salma is calling me again.....

LOL - when choosing between an X5 and a REXTON and looking at the pics above, using the old saying
"shure they're all the same when their on their back", doesn't work in this instance!:D:D:D:D

Lex Luthor

gotta be the X5

I would say if you looked in the UK you could get a 04 3.0D for about €35k after import

running costs of both will be huge with massive depreciation on the SSangyong

Kate for me aswell

Jonty

The engines in rextons aren't mercedes - there licensed by mercedes which is a different thing.

Guy:Incognito

Hammertime wrote: »

OP I've made it very easy for you....


Which one would you rather bang for the next 3 years?



The classy sexy as hell older woman

---

Or the solid average looking younger version?

Sorry must go now, Salma is calling me again.....

Personnally I'd say Kate Winslet is the much better all rounder and especially in the areas that matter,

An airbrushed exterior isn't everything.




Drive both and see which you prefer, buy that one.

-Chris-

Another vote for X5/Salma. Can we get a poll for this?

tv3 wrote: »

I would go with the rexton ahead of the x5.They have a decent trade in value

Absolute rubbish! The Rexton is near sale-proof second hand.

Do the sums - how much will an X5 depreciate while it goes from 7 to 10 years old versus a Rexton going from 2 to 5 years old?
I'm presuming a 3 year ownership cycle, which may not apply to OP.

I'd expect the X5 to be more refined and more enjoyable to drive at the same time.
I'd also expect the Rexton will cost multiples of what the X5 will cost, in terms of running cost and depreciation.

Top Dog

One thing that no-one seems to have asked (or I've missed) what do you want the vehicle for? Is it actually going to go offroad? Will it be shifting heavy loads? Or do you simply like the idea of having a jeep with the higher driving position and all-round visibility?

Personally I wouldn't pick either of the 2 you've selected, I'd be more inclined to look at a Landcruiser or Shogun/Pajero.

Bearcat

AudiChris wrote: »

Another vote for X5/Salma. Can we get a poll for this?




Absolute rubbish! The Rexton is near sale-proof second hand.

Do the sums - how much will an X5 depreciate while it goes from 7 to 10 years old versus a Rexton going from 2 to 5 years old?
I'm presuming a 3 year ownership cycle, which may not apply to OP.

I'd expect the X5 to be more refined and more enjoyable to drive at the same time.
I'd also expect the Rexton will cost multiples of what the X5 will cost, in terms of running cost and depreciation.

audichris sums it up.....well done. the rexton is sale proof, find your self a decent x5 with a detailed service history. those rextons are pure ugly, you'll hate it after a few months.

tv3

RichyX wrote: »

Can't say I've ever seen a boy racer in an A4 Avant.

Do you go out much...:rolleyes:The rexton with the mercedes engine is a great buy.Mercedes are prob the best out of bmw v mercedes.Bmw are not all that in my view.Lbh the bmw is nearly 8 years old and the rexton is just a couple of years.Nobody will want the x5 when you do decide to sell it with the age on it and prob the milage!

Rexton all the way between the two of them!:D

tv3

AudiChris wrote: »

Another vote for X5/Salma. Can we get a poll for this?




Absolute rubbish! The Rexton is near sale-proof second hand.

Do the sums - how much will an X5 depreciate while it goes from 7 to 10 years old versus a Rexton going from 2 to 5 years old?
I'm presuming a 3 year ownership cycle, which may not apply to OP.

I'd expect the X5 to be more refined and more enjoyable to drive at the same time.
I'd also expect the Rexton will cost multiples of what the X5 will cost, in terms of running cost and depreciation.

The rexton is just as much in running cost if not less so i think you should do research on that "audidude".Infact when the rexton was on topgear clarkson loved it so again this is somebody who knows what they are talking about.A 8 year old bmw will be running in trouble as they always do when they get past 7+ years.I wouldnt even consider the bmw.STAY AWAY

R.O.R

I've driven a Rexton, both Manual and Auto versions, and they were truly hateful machines. Made my old Pajero Sport seem like a refined luxury saloon.

Between the 2 it would have to be the X5, but I'd also be looking at the LandCruiser.

-Chris-

tv3 wrote: »

The rexton is just as much in running cost if not less so i think you should do research on that "audidude".

Make your point, mind your tone please.

copacetic

tv3 wrote: »

The rexton is just as much in running cost if not less so i think you should do research on that "audidude".Infact when the rexton was on topgear clarkson loved it so again this is somebody who knows what they are talking about.A 8 year old bmw will be running in trouble as they always do when they get past 7+ years.I wouldnt even consider the bmw.STAY AWAY

what are you on about, you said the rexton has a decent trade in value, it doesn't. You would have to pay a garage to take it off your hands.

Please link anywhere that Clarkson said he loved it. You can't just make stuff up in this internet age.

Top gear review, 2 stars:

http://www.topgear.com/drives/G3/A2/roadtests/01/01.html

the Rexton's chassis set up fails to dish up decent comfort levels. Road imperfections are multiplied by 10, treating occupants to a free but un-welcome massage. And, oddly, in corners and at anything other than snail's pace, the body rolls in a most stomach-churning fashion.

So, while the Rexton may look the part, its budget price doesn't translate into a cheap M-Class. The simple fact is, in this sector, if you want quality, you'll have to dig deeper into the wallet.

tv3

copacetic wrote: »

what are you on about, you said the rexton has a decent trade in value, it doesn't. You would have to pay a garage to take it off your hands.

Please link anywhere that Clarkson said he loved it. You can't just make stuff up in this internet age.

Top gear review, 2 stars:

http://www.topgear.com/drives/G3/A2/roadtests/01/01.html

This is rubbish!
A 2005 rexton is worth alot more than a 2001 x5.Remember the 2001 x5 is going on 8 year old now and you would get f**k all on a trade compared to the 2 the "mecerdes" rexton.All round the rexton is much better value and will cost alot less to repair if something goes wrong compared to the x5!
You should buy the top of the range rexton:)

copacetic

tv3 wrote: »

This is rubbish!
A 2005 rexton is worth alot more than a 2001 x5.Remember the 2001 x5 is going on 8 year old now and you would get f**k all on a trade compared to the 2 the "mecerdes" rexton.All round the rexton is much better value and will cost alot less to repair if something goes wrong compared to the x5!
You should buy the top of the range rexton:)

again, please link to where Clarkson 'loved' the Rexton.

Ferris

tv3 wrote: »

Do you go out much...:rolleyes:The rexton with the mercedes engine is a great buy.Mercedes are prob the best out of bmw v mercedes.Bmw are not all that in my view.Lbh the bmw is nearly 8 years old and the rexton is just a couple of years.Nobody will want the x5 when you do decide to sell it with the age on it and prob the milage!

Rexton all the way between the two of them!:D

As has been said the rextons engine is not made by mercedes but the design is 'licenced' to ssangyong, makes the world of difference. Also, you should do a search for rexton on this forum and you'll get 2 accounts (iirc) of the engines blowing on them.

If you actually look at a Rexton from underneath you'll realise that its engineering is actually from the stoneage - way more dated than even an 7 year old BMW. And thats before you look at the body, easily the ugliest car you can buy. Buying a Rexton screams that you know nothing about cars - period.

I personally wouldn't buy either car, they're unnecessary on irish roads.

OP, what are you actually looking for from a car, if you just want the SUV high driving position may I suggest a Nissan Qashqai 7 seater. It'd leave you with change from your 35k.

Actually so would one of these http://www.carzone.ie/used-cars/Land-Rover/Range-Rover/3.0-TD6/1109957/

tv3

Best thing to do is go to a garage and see what they say,then try another garage and see what they say because it "seems" most of the comments here posted by people dont have a clue but are giving there views on LOOKS :rolleyes: which is the wrong thing to be relying on when buying a car/jeep.:D

-Chris-

Can you help me out with your sums, tv3?

How much do you think a 2006 Rexton costs now, average mileage and condition? How much do you think it'll be worth in three years?
How much do you think a 2001 X5 costs now, average mileage and condition? How much do you think it'll be worth in three years?

I'd be interested to see how your numbers stack up.

tv3

AudiChris wrote: »

Can you help me out with your sums, tv3?

How much do you think a 2006 Rexton costs now, average mileage and condition? How much do you think it'll be worth in three years?
How much do you think a 2001 X5 costs now, average mileage and condition? How much do you think it'll be worth in three years?

I'd be interested to see how your numbers stack up.

Short and simple go on carzone if YOU wana know !:rolleyes:

Biro

AudiChris wrote: »

Can you help me out with your sums, tv3?

How much do you think a 2006 Rexton costs now, average mileage and condition? How much do you think it'll be worth in three years?
How much do you think a 2001 X5 costs now, average mileage and condition? How much do you think it'll be worth in three years?

I'd be interested to see how your numbers stack up.

Don't mind him Chris, he's talking through his Rexton!
Clarkson never had the Rectum on Top Gear, a picture was on it once and they all were horrified at how it looked.

Edit : Can't believe we're comparing women when talking about an ugly car and a completely offensive looking one!!

tv3

Biro wrote: »

Don't mind him Chris, he's talking through his Rexton!
Clarkson never had the Rectum on Top Gear, a picture was on it once and they all were horrified at how it looked.

Edit : Can't believe we're comparing women when talking about an ugly car and a completely offensive looking one!!

Didnt have it on top gear...????Wouldnt be sure about that but im 100% sure it was
http://www.topgear.com/drives/G3/A2/...sts/01/01.html

Biro

tv3 wrote: »

Didnt have it on top gear...????Wouldnt be sure about that but im 100% sure it was
http://www.topgear.com/drives/G3/A2/...sts/01/01.html

What episode?

R.O.R

tv3 wrote: »

Short and simple go on carzone if YOU wana know !:rolleyes:

Ahhhh, but that would be no fun would it? We're all waiting with baited breath for you to put your many years of professional experience in the Motor Industry to good use, and give us the inside line.

Or am I getting confused and you really don't know much about the subject, and AudiChris is giving us the benefit of his many years of experience?

tv3

Biro wrote: »

What episode?

Well you seem to know it wasnt so ive posted a link all you have to do now is find it:eek:

unkel

Stop unnecessarily reporting posts, tv3.

tv3

R.O.R wrote: »

Ahhhh, but that would be no fun would it? We're all waiting with baited breath for you to put your many years of professional experience in the Motor Industry to good use, and give us the inside line.

Or am I getting confused and you really don't know much about the subject, and AudiChris is giving us the benefit of his many years of experience?

Why would i have to explain my view on what op asked???Go back to the first post and read his question !
Audichris:pac:

tv3

unkel wrote: »

Stop unnecessarily reporting posts, tv3.

Why is that??

Biro

tv3 wrote: »

Well you seem to know it wasnt so ive posted a link all you have to do now is find it:eek:

Wow... what an intelligent post. How can I find something that isn't there?

tv3

Its called "research"...do you know what that is??

Biro

tv3 wrote: »

Its called "research"...do you know what that is??

? Think about what you're saying. If you think it's there, find it. I think it isn't there, so how the hell am I supposed to find it?
What's wrong with your attitude?

tv3

Biro wrote: »

? Think about what you're saying. If you think it's there, find it. I think it isn't there, so how the hell am I supposed to find it?
What's wrong with your attitude?

Ok il make it short and simple again ok.I would pick the rexton over the old x5 ok.Now thats my pick ok
My attitude is fine but i was going to ask you the same question.

peasant

tv3 wrote: »

Ok il make it short and simple again ok.I would pick the rexton over the old x5 ok.Now thats my pick ok

Grand so ...let's leave it at that, shall we?

Climate Expert

What possible reason would a person have for getting either? I just don't get what these cars have over a normal saloon or estate.

Top Dog

Climate Expert wrote: »

What possible reason would a person have for getting either? I just don't get what these cars have over a normal saloon or estate.

If the OP ever returns to the thread and answers some of the questions he's been asked, then we might find out why he's singled out these particular vehicles. Could be that he lives on a farm and needs the ground-clearance & 4wd, could be a number of reasons.

Climate Expert

Top Dog wrote: »

If the OP ever returns to the thread and answers some of the questions he's been asked, then we might find out why he's singled out these particular vehicles. Could be that he lives on a farm and needs the ground-clearance & 4wd, could be a number of reasons.

Fair enough for the people who do need ground clearance and 4wd but for 98% of SUV drivers who don't I would love to know the reasoning.

Top Dog

I hear you on that. Sister in law has a Santa Fe, and for the life of me I couldn't understand why they'd replaced their Mondeo with an SUV. Then she told me how much the kids liked being out in the fields in the husbands parents farm, looking at the animals, so since theirs actually goes off-road (albeit mildly) I forgave her.

colm_mcm

The Rexton is a truly hateful piece of machinery, in every sense of the word. If the OP is simply looking for a cheaper alternative to X5 ownership there are better options. Pretty much every SUV out there is superior to the SsangYong. People may scoff at brands like Kia or Hyundai, but their offerings are in a different league to SsangYong. The only SUV I can think of that's a worse prospect than the Rexton is the Tata Safari.

Depreciation is definatly an issue with the Rexton, they are a very hard sell. Aside from that, the X5 is an infinitely better machine, and even a 01 commands a lot more respect than an 08 Rexton.


Also, I disagree with all TV3's comments!

tv3

colm_mcm wrote: »

The Rexton is a truly hateful piece of machinery, in every sense of the word. If the OP is simply looking for a cheaper alternative to X5 ownership there are better options. Pretty much every SUV out there is superior to the SsangYong. People may scoff at brands like Kia or Hyundai, but their offerings are in a different league to SsangYong. The only SUV I can think of that's a worse prospect than the Rexton is the Tata Safari.

Depreciation is definatly an issue with the Rexton, they are a very hard sell. Aside from that, the X5 is an infinitely better machine, and even a 01 commands a lot more respect than an 08 Rexton.


Also, I disagree with all TV3's comments!

You are saying a 2001 x5 is better than a 2008 rexton...:rolleyes:do you know anything about the 2008 rexton???obvisiously not making comments like that!
And nobody asked you to agree or disagree as it is not a poll,the op asked a question so answer him !:D

Top Dog

tv3 wrote: »

You are saying a 2001 x5 is better than a 2008 rexton...:rolleyes:do you know anything about the 2008 rexton???obvisiously not making comments like that!
And nobody asked you to agree or disagree as it is not a poll,the op asked a question so answer him !:D

I think you'll find that the OP referred to a '06 not a '08 Rexton.

boardsie08

Hammertime wrote: »

OP I've made it very easy for you....


Which one would you rather bang for the next 3 years?



The classy sexy as hell older woman

---

Or the solid average looking younger version?

Sorry must go now, Salma is calling me again.....

Haha, great post! Personally, between the two I think I'd have to go with "Rose"!

Now however if we're just adding some obligatory gratuitous LILF's photos, then I'd have to say that Dita would win by a mile!

Jonty wrote: »

The engines in rextons aren't mercedes - there licensed by mercedes which is a different thing.

Ah didn't realise that! That's good to know!

Top Dog wrote: »

One thing that no-one seems to have asked (or I've missed) what do you want the vehicle for? Is it actually going to go offroad? Will it be shifting heavy loads? Or do you simply like the idea of having a jeep with the higher driving position and all-round visibility?

Personally I wouldn't pick either of the 2 you've selected, I'd be more inclined to look at a Landcruiser or Shogun/Pajero.

Won't be for off-road in particular, but I need something higher up as one of the full time passengers is disabled with limited mobility, they find it very hard to get out of lower down saloons, they need something higher up then can step up into/slide down from.

Also need something with a large boot space for work for transporting large items, need something with a larger boot than you're average saloon.

Will also be towing things occasionally. Re: Landcruiser/Shogun/Pajero - tbh haven't looked at these for a number of reasons;

1.) Price - price is a deciding factor atm, so would like as much bang for my buck. These being "name" brands will more than likely be more expensive than a similar spec Rexton.

2.) Could be totally wrong here and nursing a misconception but.. I always had it in my head that the above would be more for "real" off road use, therefore have too high a spec in areas I don't require atm, whilst perhaps won't have as much in the line of creature comforts.. which, with this purchase going to also be a main family car I'd like to have the extras and comfort etc..

tv3 wrote: »

The rexton is just as much in running cost if not less so i think you should do research on that "audidude".Infact when the rexton was on topgear clarkson loved it so again this is somebody who knows what they are talking about.A 8 year old bmw will be running in trouble as they always do when they get past 7+ years.I wouldnt even consider the bmw.STAY AWAY

Saw the review on the actual Top Gear site, wasn't too favourable though.. was it on TV though? If so don't suppose you remember what series/episode? Would love to catch it!

Jeremy Clarkson; "I don't like spunk"

Ferris wrote: »

As has been said the rextons engine is not made by mercedes but the design is 'licenced' to ssangyong, makes the world of difference. Also, you should do a search for rexton on this forum and you'll get 2 accounts (iirc) of the engines blowing on them.

If you actually look at a Rexton from underneath you'll realise that its engineering is actually from the stoneage - way more dated than even an 7 year old BMW. And thats before you look at the body, easily the ugliest car you can buy. Buying a Rexton screams that you know nothing about cars - period.

I personally wouldn't buy either car, they're unnecessary on irish roads.

OP, what are you actually looking for from a car, if you just want the SUV high driving position may I suggest a Nissan Qashqai 7 seater. It'd leave you with change from your 35k.

Actually so would one of these http://www.carzone.ie/used-cars/Land-Rover/Range-Rover/3.0-TD6/1109957/

Thanks for that! Lots of food for thought there. Did a few searches on rexton's on here previously, didn't see anything about the engines blowing though.. will look again though would be interested to read accounts of those.

Admittedly, no, I'm not a car buff, far far from it. I just thought that by going for a no name brand I'd be getting more extras for the same/less money than a branded car, plus a few extra years for the same money.

As I said I'm not a label snob, so long as I like it, is comfortable, decent to drive, isn't too appalling on the eye etc then I'm happy. Year/logo isn't a major issue for me.

Climate Expert wrote: »

What possible reason would a person have for getting either? I just don't get what these cars have over a normal saloon or estate.

See above; have a passenger with mobility issues, need it for work etc..

colm_mcm wrote: »

The Rexton is a truly hateful piece of machinery, in every sense of the word. If the OP is simply looking for a cheaper alternative to X5 ownership there are better options. Pretty much every SUV out there is superior to the SsangYong. People may scoff at brands like Kia or Hyundai, but their offerings are in a different league to SsangYong. The only SUV I can think of that's a worse prospect than the Rexton is the Tata Safari.

Depreciation is definatly an issue with the Rexton, they are a very hard sell. Aside from that, the X5 is an infinitely better machine, and even a 01 commands a lot more respect than an 08 Rexton.


Also, I disagree with all TV3's comments!

Yeah, I looked also at the Kia Sportage and Sorento, and also the Santa Fe.

I've always liked Santa Fe's, can get one for around the same money as the rexton, so that's also a contender. However at the prices I'm looking at it would be for the old model 06 one. Would prefer the newer one.

On looking at a few Santa Fe's I much preferred the finish of the interior of the Rexton. Found the Santa Fe quite plain. Other than that though it's a contender also.

As for KIA.. went looking at these with an open mind. Was expecting to like them and see extras included in the price that would cost extra with other makes given their status in Ireland.

Was very disappointed in them though. First tried the Sportage, absolutely hated it! Cheap grey plastic everywhere, horrible hard thin seats, tinny all over.. didn't like a single thing about it.

The Sorento was little better. Sat in a 07 one (was out of fuel!) hated the interior.. like some pre 80's carina. Didn't even have elec windows in the back. Horrible cheap looking grey plastic all over, horrid grey lumpy seats, just didn't like it at all!

Was very surprised by this as I thought that Kia would have made more of an effort with the interior in order to win over people from more established brands. Didn't appeal to me at all.

Looked at a Lexus RX300 also, liked this however I think it was insurance or road tax that was gonna be a killer on it.. so that was make or break on that and sadly it broke.

tv3 wrote: »

You are saying a 2001 x5 is better than a 2008 rexton...:rolleyes:do you know anything about the 2008 rexton???obvisiously not making comments like that!
And nobody asked you to agree or disagree as it is not a poll,the op asked a question so answer him !:D

Y'know in posting this I actually went for the create a poll option, damn thing didn't work though!

Hmmm, should I set up one? Although it seems like a pretty foregone conlusion on here that the BMW is the better buy, perhaps if I set up an anonymous vote some peeps may speak up in favour of the Rexton..

Thanks for everyones comments - appreciated!

Can't say I've decided fully yet, the idea of getting a 5 years newer Rexton with v. low mileage for same price as a 7 year old X5 is still appealing..given that both have similar specs; leather seats, diesel, automatic etc etc..

Think I'll go take an X5 for a test drive early on next week and give it a good mull over!