Acure MDX or BMW X5??

[JasoninDenver]

Wifey wants a new ride and she deserves it.

We are torn between the two.

BMW pros:
High quality interior finish
Exterior styling a bit more to our liking - not very much
Performance a notch better - not very much
Wife has always dreamed of a Bimmer
Can get the exact color combo and specs we want.

BMW cons:
Ungodly price ($17K more than the Acura)
Questionable reliability

Acura pros:
Great value for the money
Great reliability

Acura cons:
A bit pedestrian exterior and interior style


If there are any owners here who can chime in with their personal experiences, i would be greatly appreciative.