new x6 50i or 2012 ml63

[Mannimans]

hi guys

I'm kinda torn between decisions here so looking for some feedback.

after owning 2 m3's e92 and e93, the wife is having a baby so need to get something bigger.

I've narrowed it down to 2 options. in Australia with the ridiculous prices, with my fleet discounts I'm able to get an x6 50i m sport for $135 new. I'm also very tempted by a used 2012 ml63 with performance pack for $140k.

performance wise I love the ml, but technology wise it feels outdated compared to the new x6. not to mention the aggressive look of the amg which I also really like.

has anyone had experience with the both? what would you prefer and why?

[NoPII]

Originally Posted by Mannimans

hi guys

I'm kinda torn between decisions here so looking for some feedback.

after owning 2 m3's e92 and e93, the wife is having a baby so need to get something bigger.

I've narrowed it down to 2 options. in Australia with the ridiculous prices, with my fleet discounts I'm able to get an x6 50i m sport for $135 new. I'm also very tempted by a used 2012 ml63 with performance pack for $140k.

performance wise I love the ml, but technology wise it feels outdated compared to the new x6. not to mention the aggressive look of the amg which I also really like.

has anyone had experience with the both? what would you prefer and why?

To avoid the depreciation hit, I might be inclined toward the ML63 initially, which has already depreciated.

However, I've had friends with that car, and it inhales fuel beyond any sane level - seriously just MASSIVE amounts. It proved spendy to run here in the US, where fuel is basically free.

If you're a tech guy get the BMW. The ML's technology is VERY dated in comparison.

I've had many vehicles with the 50i engine, and it's a blast to drive. Technology top notch too. If you can, get the DHP package - it makes a HUGE difference in the handling, which is already superior to the ML IMHO, and blows it away with the DHP pack added.

Ultimately, get whatever floats your boat - but if it were me, my money would be on the BMW

[Bimar]

New X6 for sure, new one is really nice

[greentrbo95gst]

X5M is something you should consider as well.

[paicapo]

The x6 if you imply logic in the decision, the ML63 if you decide whit the heart.

[sssmokie]

I guess you shouldn't be surprised that most of the people here would go for the BMW. I have a friend with the 63 and the consumption is terrible. I'd go for the bimmer and you can always tune it up a little bit, though i doubt that the performance is going to disappoint you

Plus, there s nothing like the smell of a new car.

[tnikolov]

The AMG has a much bigger engine (5.5 vs 4.4 for the bmw) and hence is thursty for fuel. My partner has GL63 and I have F15 50i with DHP. The 0-60 times are almost equal, but the ML is probably a tad lighter than the GL. Imho, the F15 has better ride quality and handling and the AMG has much more intoxicating soundtrack.

[Alan l.]

How much warranty is left on the 2012 ML63 should also be factored into the equation. Fixing anything with the star on it isn't cheap especially if its a AMG.

As much as i like how the ML looks in AMG form i would go with a brand new full warrantied X6 here.

Alan

[opasha]

My brother's ML63 is great, but the interior is dated. My X5 50i is faster than his ML63 now. I'm sure the performance pack will help; however, believe it or not, the Designo interior is not as comfortable as the BMW Dakota leather. The ride in my car feels nicer, which shocked me. I thought the ML was going to blow away my F15 50i, but now with a tune chip, it's easily faster than his. I'd pick the X6 50i with DHP and get a tune chip for cheap ($500-600).