Range Rover vs. BMW X5? pls pls help! =)

**ghosthunter** · November 25th, 2008 05:38 PM

For those voting for either X5 or RR, how many of you actually have driven or even ridden in one for a length of time?

**kha** · November 25th, 2008 08:03 PM

we have an 07 range rover hse. i think 6-7km/l, mas matipid cya kesa expedition xlt. good suspension! sarap ng sakay.

**JPG111** · November 25th, 2008 08:33 PM

Originally Posted by ghosthunter

For those voting for either X5 or RR, how many of you actually have driven or even ridden in one for a length of time?

I've ridden both..Range Rover from LA to Las Vegas..X5 from Manila to Baguio

The Range Rover's suspension is far better than the X5 but the X5 is faster..

**russpogi** · November 26th, 2008 12:35 AM

Originally Posted by ghosthunter

For those voting for either X5 or RR, how many of you actually have driven or even ridden in one for a length of time?

Yeah. Land Rovers AFAIK are suckers for maintainance costs. But hey, if you have money to burn, whatever floats your boat! hehehe! (pero type ko din yung Escalade! hehehe!)

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**ghosthunter** · November 26th, 2008 09:31 AM

Originally Posted by russpogi

Yeah. Land Rovers AFAIK are suckers for maintainance costs. But hey, if you have money to burn, whatever floats your boat!

IMHO, I'd rather have my vehicles that don't need a weekly maintenance schedule and ready to do anytime I turn the ignition key.

**mazdamazda** · November 26th, 2008 10:36 AM

What engine does this X5 have? The old one with around 160 hp or the newer with about 220 hp?

The newer engine is just an absolute hoot... tons of torque, accelerates like a gasoline (that is until you've driven its V8 brother - haha), etc.

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**niky** · November 26th, 2008 05:39 PM

The X5 is fun, but the Rover just plain looks more exclusive...

The only problem with either is that they'll require a bit more work to take care of than your common Japanese SUV (heck, maintenance for a new Pajero or Prado is also pretty expensive)... I say, go where your heart leads you...

**fauxhawk** · November 27th, 2008 03:30 AM

thanx so much for the replies, it really helps me weigh things. i agree iba ang dating ng range rover talaga, esp i've just seen quantum of solace but the maintenance thing bothers me, and the gas consumption is at par with expeditions'. it's true that the ride of the range is far better than the x5's especially when you're in the passenger seat because the latter has a faster torque. as for now, i'm leaning towards an x5, i'd rather go with a workhorse than a high maintenance pony =) this weekend though, my friend is lending me his range for a whole day of test drive to see if it fits my personality and if i'd still change my mind. again, thanks much, all your suggestions are greatly taken into consideration. i'll update you guys with what i end up with =)

**drey** · November 27th, 2008 11:12 PM

Originally Posted by niky

So... which did you get?

Comfort as a passenger - Range Rover

Driving ease - X5

Maintenance - Uh... neither, but the Range Rover could be worse... depends on the exact condition of the unit

Consumption - Unless the Rover is the new TDi, the X5 is miles better

Beauty - is in the eye of the beholder

Speed - X5

+1

But for occasional off-road trips and city water fordings... RR would be better. But... the X5 can still meet the exclusivity factor. Anyway, both cars are great but I would lean towards the X5 because of the better dealer support.

If your budget is 3M, hehehe... If you ask me, I'd get myself the X5 and a P38A Range Rover.
P38A Rangie

To satisfy both?