My performance luxury SUV decision process debacle

DerEisbaer · 07-06-2018, 03:30 AM

Just throwing a curve-ball, but would a wagon maybe big enough?

Something like an Audi (R)S6 [not sure whether they are available in the US], F11 or G31 Touring, E63(s) Wagon ?

If not, disregard - but wouldn't that make the better "track"-like car?

paliknight · 07-06-2018, 03:56 AM

How bout a fully loaded 2015 X5M with 20k miles for 65k

Never_Enough · 07-06-2018, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DerEisbaer

Just throwing a curve-ball, but would a wagon maybe big enough?

Something like an Audi (R)S6 [not sure whether they are available in the US], F11 or G31 Touring, E63(s) Wagon ?

If not, disregard - but wouldn't that make the better "track"-like car?

Gen2 V wagon

Alfisti · 07-06-2018, 09:23 AM

Wagon in the US? Jesus man you want him laughed at? may as well be driving around naked.

I am a wagon fan myself but uptight white women have decided they are no longer cool.

c1pher · 07-06-2018, 09:35 AM

Lincoln Navigator.

Red Bread · 07-11-2018, 10:16 AM

E400/E63 and V70 and V90 are the only Euro near-lux wagons available in the US. Well, the dumb Allroad A4 too.

Or just get a Portofino.

BEM-S4 · 07-11-2018, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by DerEisbaer

Just throwing a curve-ball, but would a wagon maybe big enough?

Something like an Audi (R)S6 [not sure whether they are available in the US], F11 or G31 Touring, E63(s) Wagon ?

If not, disregard - but wouldn't that make the better "track"-like car?

I drove the Panamera wagon in 4S guise. I dare anyone to find a better performing jack of all trades vehicle. I'd take that over any SUV CUV whatever-UV without a second's hesitation.

Gun to my head you can only have one car for the next 20 years to do everything you need with a vehicle - that's my choice.

BEM-S4 · 07-11-2018, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Red Bread

E400/E63 and V70 and V90 are the only Euro near-lux wagons available in the US. Well, the dumb Allroad A4 too.

Or just get a Portofino.

Add the Porsche and we have a Dinan F31 that's no slouch either. Best wagon you can get stateside before spending silly $.

Jag also makes one XF I believe. Drove it, it's nice but not my cup of tea.

aas5 · 07-13-2018, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

I drove the Panamera wagon in 4S guise. I dare anyone to find a better performing jack of all trades vehicle. I'd take that over any SUV CUV whatever-UV without a second's hesitation.

Gun to my head you can only have one car for the next 20 years to do everything you need with a vehicle - that's my choice.

I strongly prefer x6M to Panamera.

BEM-S4 · 07-13-2018, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by aas5

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

I drove the Panamera wagon in 4S guise. I dare anyone to find a better performing jack of all trades vehicle. I'd take that over any SUV CUV whatever-UV without a second's hesitation.

Gun to my head you can only have one car for the next 20 years to do everything you need with a vehicle - that's my choice.

I strongly prefer x6M to Panamera.

Have you driven both?

Darth One · 07-13-2018, 04:06 PM

The X6 is a pig. But maybe he values the high seating position.

Alfisti · 07-13-2018, 04:24 PM

What's the sticker on a Panamera vs an E63 wagon?

R N M · 07-13-2018, 05:01 PM

Just get new 2019 X5 in Msport trim and call it a day. Probably best package of utility, rear seat room, sportiness and decent value.

lemetier · 07-13-2018, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Alfisti

What's the sticker on a Panamera vs an E63 wagon?

Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo starts at $155,050
E63S wagon starts at $107,945

BEM-S4 · 07-17-2018, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by lemetier

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Originally Posted by Alfisti

What's the sticker on a Panamera vs an E63 wagon?

Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo starts at $155,050
E63S wagon starts at $107,945

The 4S is the same $ as the Benz. If you need more car than that for roads in the US hats off to you, just let me know where you're driving so I can stay out of the area

gonzo · 07-17-2018, 04:27 PM

Nicely equipped sport turismo 4s is around 135ish. 63s wagon 120ish.
TechArt power pack in the 4s and voila! Beast with a lighter front. Back seat leg room is better in the 63.
Both are good choices.

The 155 price posted is for the v8 turbo.

mikeokimster · 07-20-2018, 03:56 PM

To close the loop on the search I have made a decision to go with a cpo cayenne S. At the end of the day the balance of comfort, visibility, performance it suites me well.

Never_Enough · 07-24-2018, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Alfisti

Wagon in the US? Jesus man you want him laughed at? may as well be driving around naked.

I am a wagon fan myself but uptight white women have decided they are no longer cool.

Why do you care what others think?

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