Topic: BMW reconsidering making an X7 SUV.

[JSCC]

http://www.bmwblog.com/2010/11/09/rumor-wsj-bmw-reconsidering-its-decision-to-cancel-a-new-large-suv-bmw-x7/

I think BMW is losing a big piece of the pie.
Around 20,000 units per year in the US is acheivable, and would be better than the 5000 units per year from the X6.
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_oDUSGXa_xQs/TNmWnKf0K6I/AAAAAAAARTI/7SW4Xsk-wyg/s1600/Large+Luxury+SUV+Sales+Chart.jpeg

[vdk]

So they're looking for a GL fighter. Never thought those sold very well...

[1TSX]

So they're looking for a GL fighter. Never thought those sold very well...

Question. Whatever happened to the R-class? I never see those anymore...

[Sir Osis of Liver]

So they're looking for a GL fighter. Never thought those sold very well...

Question. Whatever happened to the R-class? I never see those anymore...

Still offered I believe. Never sold that well. There are a few BlueTec diesels around town here.

[vdk]

So they're looking for a GL fighter. Never thought those sold very well...

Question. Whatever happened to the R-class? I never see those anymore...

Indeed. Good question. Wagons don't sell I guess..

[1TSX]

Ah. The R-Class reminded me of a fat, longer Pacifica.

Anyways, I always wondered why BMW never offered something similar to the GL...or Q7...or QX56...etc.

[Sir Osis of Liver]

So they're looking for a GL fighter. Never thought those sold very well...

Question. Whatever happened to the R-class? I never see those anymore...

Indeed. Good question. Wagons $55k++ minivans don't sell I guess..

Fixed for accuracy. 

[JSCC]

So they're looking for a GL fighter. Never thought those sold very well...

Question. Whatever happened to the R-class? I never see those anymore...

Still offered I believe. Never sold that well. There are a few BlueTec diesels around town here.

For some reason, MB customers prefer spending $70,000+ for a 7 seater (that is less fuel efficient) instead of $55,000. 
Maybe it is the "more expensive, more people will buy" rule.

[G0dspd]

For some reason, MB customers prefer spending $70,000+ for a 7 seater (that is less fuel efficient) instead of $55,000. 
Maybe it is the "more expensive, more people will buy" rule.

I think it's more about the format than the price.  A big expensive SUV is more impressive at the country club than a smaller more practical wagon/minivan.

Vehicle: 2011 MB C300 4Matic (Tenorite Grey): Did I miss the Show 'n Shine thread or it on its way to the dealership? 

[JSCC]

Nope, never posted any pics. 

[ktm525]

GLs sell quite well here in Calgary. Amazingf since they are crazy expensive. A seven seat SUV (or van) is a must for many families with kids school aged. Our Land Rover LR3 regularly hauls 5 kids.