The x5 looks fantastic, maybe the first bmw for a while to not get a bashing from the press. The key design elements are done nicely, especially the interior, imho i have to say that this interior looks more exciting an inviting the some of audis latest interiors . But do any of you knwo why that side strip is theer , are they keeping taht on , i havent seen side stripes on a bmw since the e46. thanks guys