test drove an audi Q7 ...

andrew 330i · 06-16-2007, 09:42 AM

this was a 3.8 sport line with factory 21s... (i would never do a black vehicle...but for a test drive it worked)...

it felt very large when driving it... my wife at 5'1" 99 lbs seemed lost behind the wheel...

probably ruled out.

now narrowed down to the X5 4.8 sport (w/ 20's)... range rover hse sport... or the volvo XC90 V8 sport...

DFW_M · 06-16-2007, 10:48 AM

How are the X5 & HSE that much smaller than the Q7???

toolfan · 06-16-2007, 11:15 AM

They really are smaller than the Q7. It also feels like it as well. The Q7 feels like the ass is swaying around in the back. Didnt like the carpeting either in the Q7. It is nice looking, but I cant get over some of the poor handling. The range rover is a little pricey, but it is hot!

ward · 06-16-2007, 11:47 AM

how bout a cayenne S?

those are fun to drive for a truck

mikeman · 06-16-2007, 12:19 PM

or the merc ML500 with amg package.

EVO_S4 · 06-16-2007, 05:14 PM

correction its a 3.6, I am also in the process of picking up a SUV for mine wife. I am looking at the 4.2 Q7, ML550 amg and the Range Rover Sport and if the X5 comes out with the TT engine that would 1st on the list

lyndon_h · 06-16-2007, 06:52 PM

IMO the Q7 is perfectly sized but felt heavy unless you get the V8 engine and change the air suspension to "sport" (can't remember what the true name of the config was).

Shopping for SUVs can be a pain the ass. Good luck.

achien · 06-16-2007, 09:53 PM

Get the X5 (unless you have money for a Cayenne), you won't regret it.

canucklion · 06-16-2007, 10:08 PM

does anyone know if the X5 will utilize the TT engine?

Quote:

Originally Posted by EVO_S4

correction its a 3.6, I am also in the process of picking up a SUV for mine wife. I am looking at the 4.2 Q7, ML550 amg and the Range Rover Sport and if the X5 comes out with the TT engine that would 1st on the list

younghov85 · 06-17-2007, 03:57 AM

You took a look at the GMC Acadia? Its a wonderful SUV and it has a terrific warranty.

andrew 330i · 06-17-2007, 04:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr325i

How are the X5 & HSE that much smaller than the Q7???

from the outside... it does appear to be the case... but if you drive them... you will feel the same. trust me.

andrew 330i · 06-17-2007, 04:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toolfan

Didnt like the carpeting either in the Q7.

the premium version has true carpeting... the standard Q7 carpet sucks.

andrew 330i · 06-17-2007, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by younghov85

You took a look at the GMC Acadia? Its a wonderful SUV and it has a terrific warranty.

i can't get over the HUGE gmc badging to even look inside or consider it.

noidea · 06-17-2007, 08:29 AM

why not put up a poll...my vote for the Q7

325 Baller · 06-17-2007, 09:44 AM

Howd the Range Sport drive...im considering that the x5 4.8 and a 335 for my next car/truck.

aapriadi · 06-17-2007, 12:41 PM

andrew, your wife needs to buy my car so i can upgrade to a coupe

but my vote goes to the x5 4.8

hj058 · 06-17-2007, 10:23 PM

X5 4.8 is the one to go for...especially now the M package for it is coming it should be hot...
cayenne S is another choice haha..loves it...but still my vote would go to the X5

NaViT · 06-17-2007, 10:32 PM

well i would go (from my opinion best to worst) Cayenne or the X5 which would still be fun to drive or the Range Rover which wont be as fun as the other 2 but still a super nice car

lyndon_h · 06-18-2007, 09:38 AM

I'd be hard pressed to purchase a RR new. Although they are nice, you will take a big resale value hit.

If the X5 uses the 3.0L TT, id purchase that and proceed it. It'll probably be a little more reliable (provided that it doesnt have the dreaded fuel pump issue) than the V8 and provide more power.

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