If you live in and around London you will be familiar with the term “Chelsea Tractor”, it is a term used to describe mums driving to and from school in a large 4x4. Models such as the Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and the BMW X5 fall under the tractor category. These large models are chosen by mums as they offer a sense of greater security and the higher seating position offers a better view of surroundings.
A recent survey carried out by a used car retailer indentified the BMW in Colne X5 as the most desired “Chelsea Tractor”. More than 600 people were involved in the survey, with the BMW X5 chosen as the vehicle that most parents are envious of.
The BMW X5 was launched in 1999 and was one of the first premium sport utility vehicles to hit the UK and BMW Colne showroom. The X5 quickly became popular amongst car buyers looking for premium luxury, safety and off roading. I doubt the majority of X5s, or any other SUVs have actually ever seen a muddy field or a steep incline!
The survey was carried out as the new academic year started and the school runs resumed. For commuters the increase in traffic was evident, my journey time to work has almost doubled since schools have opened. Apparently one in five cars in the UK are involved in the morning and afternoon school run. Unfortunately there were no figures for the number of X5s making up the one in five figure.
Personally I would opt for the Range Rover; to me it demonstrates more class and prestige and is the original premium 4x4.
A recent survey carried out by a used car retailer indentified the BMW in Colne X5 as the most desired “Chelsea Tractor”. More than 600 people were involved in the survey, with the BMW X5 chosen as the vehicle that most parents are envious of.
The BMW X5 was launched in 1999 and was one of the first premium sport utility vehicles to hit the UK and BMW Colne showroom. The X5 quickly became popular amongst car buyers looking for premium luxury, safety and off roading. I doubt the majority of X5s, or any other SUVs have actually ever seen a muddy field or a steep incline!
The survey was carried out as the new academic year started and the school runs resumed. For commuters the increase in traffic was evident, my journey time to work has almost doubled since schools have opened. Apparently one in five cars in the UK are involved in the morning and afternoon school run. Unfortunately there were no figures for the number of X5s making up the one in five figure.
Personally I would opt for the Range Rover; to me it demonstrates more class and prestige and is the original premium 4x4.
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