I'm glad that this X5 has 3 row seats because that was my main issue with the X5 and still is with the ML. If I wanted 2 row seats, then why do I need a SUV? A car is just fine...hell I'd rather opt for an Audi Allroad than get an SUV if I need the space that cars don't have. But since this X5 has 3rd row seats...it will sell even more than before.