As you can see E70 has been pushed up-market . specially the basis one (3.0si).

There is more room for X3 now . the difference between 3.0L X3 & X5 MSRP was $6k - $37k vs. $43k, with new X5 reaching $10k difference ($37k vs $47k).

Also maiking a room for an upcoming top-end X3 featuring N54 bi-turbo engine.

The same is happening with 3er coupe & cabrio - both basis versions pushed a few grands up making space for upcoming 2er cabrio & coupe (coming late Spring & late Fall 2007).