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According to BMWBlog, BMW will discontinue the X5 50i for 2021. Buyers will have to choose between the 40i, M50i or X5 M going forward.

BMW will start accepting orders for the 2021 X5 SUV this July. But when the order bank opens up, there are a few changes compared to the previous model year. First and most important is the removal of the BMW X5 50i model. This was the V8-powered crossover which arrived on the market with the new X5.

Just a year later, BMW introduced the X5 M50i. The BMW X5 M50i is the M Performance variant that will be closest to the actual X5 M. Thanks to its N63 4.4 liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine (the same one that’s used in the BMW M850i), it makes a very healthy 523 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque.

That’s only 77 hp less than the BMW M5 and the same amount of torque. All of that twin-turbocharged V8 helps the big X5 get from 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds.

The entry-level engine for the US market is the X5 xDrive40i powered by the B58 3.0-liter straight-six which generates its maximum output of 335 hp between 5,500 and 6,500 rpm, while the peak torque 330 lb-ft is waiting to be unleashed from 1,500 – 5,200 rpm.

https://www.bmwblog.com/2020/06/07/b...i-not-offered/

I hope this makes my 2019 50i M Sport more valuable but I fear it will be an orphan model and discount option when I'm ready for something different in a few years...

[MystroX5]

Won’t make a difference. The 50i M-Sport morphed into the M50i. The engine was the only change as every option, brakes, and cosmetic changes remain the same. The exhaust sounds the same as does the ride and handling.
I look at it that my 50i M-sport is doing a real world draggy of 3.97sec 0-60mph verses 3.90 with the M50i. They are a sub 4 second luxury SUV’s so I don’t think I will feel or need the .07.

[130FeetDeep]

Sticky already says this.

[Multimodal]

Originally Posted by 130FeetDeep

Sticky already says this.

I looked for a prior post but didn't recognize one. Yes, there's a MY21 Changes thread but no specific discussion on the 50i being discontinued. If you aren't interested in discussing, there's no need to respond.

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

Won’t make a difference. The 50i M-Sport morphed into the M50i. The engine was the only change as every option, brakes, and cosmetic changes remain the same. The exhaust sounds the same as does the ride and handling.

The M50i also has the MSport differential. Of course no MSport options were available on the 50i for MY20.

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by Mr. Maboomba

I looked for a prior post but didn't recognize one. Yes, there's a MY21 Changes thread but no specific discussion on the 50i being discontinued. If you aren't interested in discussing, there's no need to respond.

We discussed it months ago when the info came out so probably hard to find that thread.

Actually it is the first thing mentioned in the thread/sticky referenced above.

"- Kiss the 50i bye-bye, 40i, and M50i only"

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1725735

[130FeetDeep]

Originally Posted by Mr. Maboomba

I looked for a prior post but didn't recognize one. Yes, there's a MY21 Changes thread but no specific discussion on the 50i being discontinued. If you aren't interested in discussing, there's no need to respond.

I was just offering the info and there is already a discussion about it. I apologize and wasn’t trying to ruffle feathers.

[Multimodal]

Same here - didn't mean to come across the wrong way. Have a good day!

[mrjoed2]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

Won’t make a difference. The 50i M-Sport morphed into the M50i. The engine was the only change as every option, brakes, and cosmetic changes remain the same. The exhaust sounds the same as does the ride and handling.
I look at it that my 50i M-sport is doing a real world draggy of 3.97sec 0-60mph verses 3.90 with the M50i. They are a sub 4 second luxury SUV’s so I don’t think I will feel or need the .07.

Not 100% true on the cosmetics. The M50i has the unique Cerium gray
aluminum accents in the front end air ducts, side vents & mirror caps that the 50i did not have. And of course the 747M 22" Cerium wheels are M50i only.

[Aimster82]

I was upset they came out with the M50i. I knew they would come out with the M but the M50i... 3 months after I got my 50i. .. ^!%@#&#

[Unit]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

Won’t make a difference. The 50i M-Sport morphed into the M50i. The engine was the only change as every option, brakes, and cosmetic changes remain the same. The exhaust sounds the same as does the ride and handling.
I look at it that my 50i M-sport is doing a real world draggy of 3.97sec 0-60mph verses 3.90 with the M50i. They are a sub 4 second luxury SUV’s so I don’t think I will feel or need the .07.

The M50i has different exterior styling, more power and a different M differential etc. Overall it’s the slightly uprated variant.

Tbh this move makes sense as the moment the M50i was launched keeping the 50i was just unnecessary.

[mobilejo]

I always assumed that the crossover period (having both a 50i and M50i) was just temporary. It always felt like the M50i was to eventually 'replace' the 50i.

I can't see a reason for both to exist; an M50i can be specced to look as 'normal' as an M Sport if subtlety is desired, and have air suspension if you really want to go that route. So anyone wanting a 50i for those reasons is still catered for. But now you get the M50i engine!

[Unit]

Originally Posted by mobilejo

I always assumed that the crossover period (having both a 50i and M50i) was just temporary. It always felt like the M50i was to eventually 'replace' the 50i.

I can't see a reason for both to exist; an M50i can be specced to look as 'normal' as an M Sport if subtlety is desired, and have air suspension if you really want to go that route. So anyone wanting a 50i for those reasons is still catered for. But now you get the M50i engine!

Yup 100% agree.

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by Unit

The M50i has different exterior styling, more power and a different M differential etc. Overall it's the slightly uprated variant.

Tbh this move makes sense as the moment the M50i was launched keeping the 50i was just unnecessary.

Ignoring the exterior trim discussion, the 50i when optioned with ZMP M Sport package and ZDH Dynamic Handling Package added the same 2T4 M Sport Differential that's standard on the M50i.

Before the M50i launch, you could option and order a 50i as equivalent as the current M50i - excluding the obvious, the engine.

Enclosed July 3, 2018 order guide.

The cerium trim bits are just cosmetic which you could do it aftermarket but most prefer shadowline or body color anyways since those bits tarnish.

The 50i in the new X5 and X7 was intended as an interim engine for launch until the M50i engine was ready which is they kept the xDrive50i designation.

Originally Posted by ynguldyn
2020 G05 X5
- sDrive40i
- xDrive45e
- M50i (530hp replacing xDrive50i)

Both the G05 X5 and G07 X7 xDrive50i will replace their launch version of N63 (456hp) with the same new 530hp engine and become X5/X7 M50i. Here's finally your explanation why they were sticking with "xDrive50i": "M50i" was reserved for the more powerful engine.

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1504815

[BimmerVinyl]

Originally Posted by Aimster82

I was upset they came out with the M50i. I knew they would come out with the M but the M50i... 3 months after I got my 50i. .. ^!%@#&#

Yes, all us 50i owners got screwed over LOL. Then again, I was well aware an M50i model was on the way, just didn't think it would arrive until the LCI refresh. Oh well.

[BMWBear]

Common knowledge for people who where part of this forum from the beginning. Many 50i buyers wanted the latest and greatest before their neighbors and sometimes things like this happen when you’re the “first”. Glad I was able to wait.

[puckybadger]

Had the "old" 50i in my 2014 F15 and it was plenty.
That said, I do have the "new" M50i and it is something special

[Xeno]

Originally Posted by BYEIL

Common knowledge for people who where part of this forum from the beginning. Many 50i buyers wanted the latest and greatest before their neighbors and sometimes things like this happen when you’re the “first”. Glad I was able to wait.

Then again there are other reasons like a particular cycle of transportation needs linked to other issues.

[mrjoed2]

For me it was not just waiting for the M50i once I heard it was coming for 2020. Other thing is I will not buy any newly redesigned model in it's first year. I don't care what brand it is, too much complexity today to be a Beta tester.

[MystroX5]

The 50i M-Sport and M50i fill a very satisfying segment of power and luxury. Flip a coin. If these owners really felt they needed more performance, it would be the X5M. Neither are full “M” cars so if having the fastest was the goal it will always have to be a full “M Competition”. I bought the vehicle for all that it is and does and dont wish or regret for anything it isn’t. These 50i M lite SUV’s are at the very top of the performance curve with a luxury/muscle SUV for cross county driving in mixed weather. With anymore ultimate power and performance comes a compromise in versatility. It’s just the way it is. If you really want to go nuts with more hp in either of the V8TT would be to do a quick tuner flash for stupid HP and the cost would be nominal but what’s the end game??? 3.90 in stock form to 3.40 0-60mph and you still will feel just as frustrated with a SUV this fast on public roads. You are already a shark among sedate SUV goldfish on the public roads.

[130FeetDeep]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

The 50i M-Sport and M50i fill a very satisfying segment of power and luxury. Flip a coin. If these owners really felt they needed more performance, it would be the X5M. Neither are full “M” cars so if having the fastest was the goal it will always have to be a full “M Competition”. I bought the vehicle for all that it is and does and dont wish or regret for anything it isn’t. These 50i M lite SUV’s are at the very top of the performance curve with a luxury/muscle SUV for cross county driving in mixed weather. With anymore ultimate power and performance comes a compromise in versatility. It’s just the way it is. If you really want to go nuts with more hp in either of the V8TT would be to do a quick tuner flash for stupid HP and the cost would be nominal but what’s the end game??? 3.90 in stock form to 3.40 0-60mph and you still will feel just as frustrated with a SUV this fast on public roads. You are already a shark among sedate SUV goldfish on the public roads.

The "M Competition" route is not necessary a money decision for many of us. There are distinct advantages of not getting the M. For me, no 22s is a non-starter for the X5M. IMO, the 21s just look too small for the wheel well. Next, you lose some of the suspension options that come with the M50i that a lot of us like. You can easily do a flash and obliterate an M Comp if that is the end goal and still have nice DD capabilities that come with the M50i. It really feels like the M50i is the sweet spot.

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by 130FeetDeep

The "M Competition" route is not necessary a money decision for many of us. There are distinct advantages of not getting the M. For me, no 22s is a non-starter for the X5M. IMO, the 21s just look too small for the wheel well. Next, you lose some of the suspension options that come with the M50i that a lot of us like. You can easily do a flash and obliterate an M Comp if that is the end goal and still have nice DD capabilities that come with the M50i. It really feels like the M50i is the sweet spot.

Me too. I honestly wouldn’t want to take my family every year on cross country trips in anything more extreme than the 50i. More than enough and smooth as glass over questionable roads from PA to Florida. Factor in snow, ice, sleet and then 80 degrees all in the same trip and I was confident a full M would be a huge liability.