Dealers will push for add-ons whether you’re buying off the lot or not. Just remember how to say “no” and you’re good.

As far as wait times, you can expect about 4-7 weeks wait time for a new X5 depending on where you are in relation to Spartanburg, SC. If you’re indecisive like me, there’s a period between the order being submitted and the vehicle getting its production number where you can make changes to your order. I did that when ordering my 45e earlier this year.

I would encourage you to pick the wheels you like the best regardless of the tire it comes with. IIRC, the larger rims are only about $600 option from the factory but come with performance tires, so if you’re in a climate that gets rain & snow, you’ll have to swap in some all-seasons/winters. However, it will still end up being cheaper than buying an entirely new set of rims & tires down the road, and you can sell the performance tires as new.

Other than that, the Harman Kardon audio is 100% worth it. Happy shopping!

Dealer add-ons don’t usually happen until the car has come in and you’re sitting in the finance office like any other car purchase. You’ve got plenty of time for that.

Until then, just figure out which features/packages you want and add it to the build sheet. If you’re on the fence about something, get it because it’ll be more expensive as an add-on later and you’ll regret not having it. You have until a certain point in the build process to make changes.

Waiting is the hardest part. Best of luck

Honestly BMW’s finance managers don’t push like that. All you need to say is no twice and they get the idea and speed you right along to handing you the keys.

Love my new X5 50e! Beautiful car, amazing drive. Get 21" wheels if you can. I paid $5k under msrp

Work with a broker and save thousands is my advice to you. Go to leasehackr.com and post in the Markeplace for what you’re looking to buy.

All you have to say is no. When I bought my 2024 X5, the finance lady was visibly frustrated and then just went into not caring mode. I said no to everything that I didn’t want.

There was some stupid car tracker thing.

“No”

“But it’s already on the car”

“No”

It really is that simple.

As far as the deal, once you know what you want, call every dealer within a few hours and tell them you’re about to place an order and will they give you an offer. Some may say that you have to come in, to which you say it’s not worth your time.

I had four dealers in SF Bay Area bidding against each other. Got a decent discount off MSRP.

As far as what to order, for me, the must haves were

Driver Assistance Pro which you have to order with the parking one, but it’s good too.

Multi -Contour seats - This ups the comfort level on the standard seat by a lot.

Premier package or whatever the one below exec is called. You want the HUD and at least the HK stereo

Climate comfort pack

The packages I ended up getting in addition

• M Sport - The suspension is a nice feature. Also, the base trim looks awful and cheap. Those unpainted fenders and back bumper look like something off a Ford Edge. The front bumper is also weird, but passable. Also, the base steering wheel looks and feels cheap. The M sport wheel is a huge upgrade.

• Merino leather : The sensafin seats are ok. They’ll likely require less maintenance. But, if I’m spending over $80K on a car, I don’t want fake leather seats. The Merino looks and feels much better. If the option was Dakota or the other cheaper BMW leathers, then it probably wouldn’t be worth it, but Merino is their best leather and it’s really nice.

• Exec package- hadn’t planned on getting the exec package because most of the features are dumb, but the base console controles really detract from the interior. The sky lounge thing is really dumb and it has to be dark above to really see it so no streetlights. The soft touch doors are really pointless and is probably something that’ll break. The shades are nice but you can order that separately.