02-29-2024, 10:13 AM | #67 |
Private
128
Rep 56
Posts |
|
Appreciate
11
wagonallterrain377.50 RichardInCA2556.00 aherman1838.00 SkykingUSA1425.50 ando2005.00 Dragonfly Trumpeter40.50 Nighthawks744.50 tsbrown1101.00 deutsch1004036.00 Kelig21.00 Sisyrx251.50 |
02-29-2024, 11:47 AM | #68 |
Enlisted Member
38
Rep 48
Posts |
Beautiful, is that Phytonic or tanzanite?
Thanks |
Appreciate
2
SkykingUSA1425.50 Nighthawks744.50 |
02-29-2024, 01:32 PM | #69 |
Private
128
Rep 56
Posts |
|
Appreciate
4
|
03-01-2024, 12:04 AM | #70 |
Second Lieutenant
484
Rep 269
Posts |
I wish the i5 charging port was in the front.
|
Appreciate
3
|
03-01-2024, 02:40 AM | #71 |
Lieutenant
1426
Rep 512
Posts
Drives: 2024 i5 eDrive40
Join Date: Nov 2023
Location: Santa Clarita, CA
|
I agree, and I don't even have my car yet. Just seems like it would be more convenient if it was on the driver's side in front of the driver's door. That way, I wouldn't have to walk all the way around to the opposite side/end of the car to plug and unplug. I suspect it is this way because that's where the fuel tank filler is and since the i5 shares it's platform with the ICE models, it saves a little money to leave it in the same spot.
__________________
2024 i5 eDrive40 / Vegas Red / Black Veganza / Dark Oak Gloss Trim with Dark Silv Acc / Premium Package / M Sport Package / M Sport Pro Package / Driving Assistance Pro Package / Luxury Seating Package / 19" 936 M Aero Wheels NonRFT
|
Appreciate
3
|
03-01-2024, 03:50 AM | #72 | |
Captain
1510
Rep 758
Posts
Drives: '24 iX M60 '23 Tesla Model Y-P
Join Date: Jun 2023
Location: Las Vegas
|
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
2
SkykingUSA1425.50 deutsch1004036.00 |
03-01-2024, 11:06 PM | #73 |
Second Lieutenant
484
Rep 269
Posts |
I know some Audi EV models have charging ports on both sides. That's convenient given the way some charging stations are set up. There is an Electrify America location where I need to park diagonally in one of the stalls for the cable to reach the port. When the complimentary charging period is over, I'll charge at home more and will need to back in to my garage.
|
Appreciate
3
|
03-01-2024, 11:47 PM | #74 | |
Captain
1510
Rep 758
Posts
Drives: '24 iX M60 '23 Tesla Model Y-P
Join Date: Jun 2023
Location: Las Vegas
|
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
2
SkykingUSA1425.50 deutsch1004036.00 |
03-02-2024, 09:55 AM | #75 |
Second Lieutenant
56
Rep 257
Posts |
Anyone see a review with performance numbers yet? Very curious to see how it compares to the X5 50e which Car and Driver got 0-60 in 3.9 seconds and the 1/4 mile in 12.5 seconds at 110 mph. Any guesses what 550e will do with the same powertrain?
|
Appreciate
3
|
03-02-2024, 11:21 AM | #76 |
Captain
2852
Rep 836
Posts |
Yes. Ours is on the side of the garage. My husband parks his Lightning closest to the charger and his is in the front. Now, we have to stretch the cable to reach my vehicle. I could back in, but then it’s on the wrong side. Same with the EA chargers near me.
|
Appreciate
3
|
03-02-2024, 10:58 PM | #77 | |
Second Lieutenant
484
Rep 269
Posts |
Quote:
There are some of the annoying EA chargers that have two charges between spaces. If you can't position in the correct way, you might have to wait simply because the cable won't reach. |
|
Appreciate
1
SkykingUSA1425.50 |
03-05-2024, 02:10 PM | #78 |
New Member
47
Rep 11
Posts |
Had a testdrive in an 550e sedan this weekend. Information and reviews of the G60 550e are very limited as far as i can see.
Very impressive car and engine combination. Car is pretty quick in electric only mode (fast enough to flow with traffic, even on the highway (130km/h = 80mph). Realistic electic range when I picked the car up was around 80km = 50 miles but the battery was not fully charged. In sport (or any mode with engine available) the car is very quick, BMW says 4.3 seconds to 100kmh, I would not be surprised if its actually quicker than this. I also own an 911 (991.2) so i have some comparison . Car didn’t have the M sport suspension with anti roll system unfortunately [special option for the hybrid cars, they come standard with adaptive suspension]. Was interested in this (expensive) option but the car drives really well without. Cant feel the high weight. I drove the sedan but would like to purchase the Touring version which is not available to order yet. Cool thing in our country is that the “pollution” tax on these hybrids is very low which makes this car cheaper to buy than the old G30/31 540(x)i. On those is a “pollution” tax of around €20-30.000. Dont have the time now to write a "full review", if anyone has any questions feel free to ask. |
Appreciate
5
|
03-05-2024, 03:10 PM | #79 | |
Private First Class
745
Rep 152
Posts |
Quote:
I’m thrilled to have bought the 540xi. |
|
Appreciate
2
SkykingUSA1425.50 deutsch1004036.00 |
03-05-2024, 09:24 PM | #80 | |
Captain
1101
Rep 775
Posts |
Quote:
BTW @robfen, that Phytonic Blue and 20" wheels looks great.
__________________
Bluegrass Bimmers
Current: 2019 G30 540i M Sport | 2022 & 2018 G01 X3 xDrive30i Past: 2017 F30 340i M Sport/6MT | 2013 E70 X5 3.5 | 2011 E90 ///M3 6MT | 2005 E46 330i ZHP 6MT | 2001 E53 X5 3.0 | 2000 E39 528i Sport/5MT | 1998 E39 528iA | 1997 E38 740i | 1993 E36 318is |
|
Appreciate
3
|
03-06-2024, 06:19 AM | #81 |
Private
128
Rep 56
Posts |
It's early days but it really is a great car.
EV most of the time but the B58 sounds brilliant when revved out. Very comfortable , great handling, fast, spacious. Tech just works and interior lighting is impressive as is the veganza. Few small annoyances it's a bit too long and indicator stalks feel a little cheap Looks have really grown on me as it's an impressive car in the metal. Last edited by robfen; 03-06-2024 at 02:18 PM.. |
Appreciate
5
|
03-06-2024, 06:58 AM | #82 | |
Private
128
Rep 56
Posts |
Quote:
She lasted one day... |
|
Appreciate
4
|
03-06-2024, 10:00 AM | #83 | |
New Member
47
Rep 11
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
1
SkykingUSA1425.50 |
03-06-2024, 11:36 AM | #84 |
Private
128
Rep 56
Posts |
|
Appreciate
1
SkykingUSA1425.50 |
03-06-2024, 01:21 PM | #85 |
New Member
47
Rep 11
Posts |
Option is available in the configurator in The Netherlands but the car i drove didn’t have it. To be honest, the car felt perfectly fine without but I’m curious in the experience of someone with this option.
|
Appreciate
1
SkykingUSA1425.50 |
03-06-2024, 02:15 PM | #86 |
Private
128
Rep 56
Posts |
it's an expensive option when available but it would be nice to try!
|
Appreciate
1
SkykingUSA1425.50 |
03-07-2024, 12:52 AM | #87 | |
New Member
21
Rep 6
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
2
SkykingUSA1425.50 aherman1838.00 |
03-07-2024, 11:25 PM | #88 |
Budget Enthusiast
252
Rep 199
Posts
Drives: 2017 230i M-Sport
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: Driver's Seat
|
Need more photos of your Phytonic Blue! Convince me to stay with blue over that smokin’ hot Vegas Red!
__________________
2017 230i // Estoril Blue II // M-Sport |
Appreciate
2
SkykingUSA1425.50 Scrapula2851.50 |
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|