Which SUV is better value for the money? BMW X5 4.8 Mercedes-Benz ML550? 2008 model?

Which SUV is better value for the money? BMW X5 4.8 Mercedes-Benz ML550? For 2008 model

Both the above SUV are priced same with similarly equipped ( i.e. $65K ), the main difference is the dumper to dumper warranties on the BMW for 4yrs/ 50K miles.

Are there any known issues with the model

Which SUV is better value for the money? BMW X5 4.8 Mercedes-Benz ML550? 2008 model?malware

If I had to choose, I would avoid both models. According to the consumer affairs database, both 2008 models suffer from faulty electrical components. I think the Mercedes offers better utility but I am not impressed with the look. The BMW looks much better but don't expect to see more than 14.6 miles to a gallon- thats the average reported by owners with the 4.8 litre.

I would highly recommend the Cadillac Escalade or Lexus LX570. Both are superior in quality and long term reliability, with Lexus placing 1st, Cadillac 2nd, BMW a distant 16th and Mercedes 18th out of 44 manufactures in a long term reliability study.

I personally drive a 2007 Escalade ESV and love it. Its classy, very roomy, can tow my 8000 lb boat without breaking a sweat and is not that bad on gas considering it weighs 6000lbs and has 407 HP and runs 0-60 ini 6.1 seconds. Also, Car and Driver was very impressed with their long term model which according to them, had the lowest operating cost of any manufacturer they ever tested.