21/06/2026 7:35 am
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Ive leased X5s for years but finding a 50e right now is a total headache. My logic was that once the stop-sale lifted, tri-state inventory would rebound, so I was thinking Id easily grab one this month. But NJ dealers have nothing. Anyone know a dealer with an actual unit or open allocation available now?
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21/06/2026 7:35 am
Honestly, the stop-sale backlog is still absolutely killing local inventory. NJ is completely wiped out, and unfortunately, my usual contacts in NY have nothing but months-long waitlists. I was in the same boat last month and had to look at alternatives because the wait times were just ridiculous. Here is how I see your options right now based on what I went through:
- Going out of state (like Maryland or PA dealers). I managed to find a few open allocations down in DMV area. Pros: you actually get the car in a reasonable timeframe. Cons: you have to deal with shipping or a road trip, and some dealers wont do out-of-state leases easily.
- Settling for the BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport. Pros: plenty of inventory, the B58 engine is bulletproof and honestly drives amazing. Cons: you lose the electric-only commuting and that instant torque.
- Pivoting to the Lexus RX 450h+ PHEV. Pros: super reliable, actually available. Cons: it is just not as good as expected if you are used to BMW dynamics. The CVT drone is painful and it feels way slower. Personally, I would call dealers in PA or MD. If you want, I can PM you the contact at BMW of Silver Spring who helped me look. Otherwise, grabbing a 40i might be the only way to avoid losing your mind.
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21/06/2026 8:00 am
Just saw this. In my experience, NJ dealers love marking these up when inventory is tight. Honestly, your best bet is using a broker on Leasehackr to find an out-of-state dealer. I did this last year and saved about $4k off MSRP even with shipping. If you want to save some cash and need something now, check out the Lexus RX 450h+ Luxury instead. It’s way cheaper to lease and actually available.
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21/06/2026 8:00 am
Tbh it is super frustrating trying to find a 50e. I had issues with the wait and looked at the Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 but the infotainment was not as good as expected. The Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid drives great but unfortunately the EV range is disappointing. BMW of Ridgefield in CT might have allocations though if you want to stick with the X5.