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Originally Posted by sfax

As I understand it, it's the same, yes. The sport+/sport/normal switch affects suspension and steering definitely, and I think throttle response as well.

http://www.bmw.co.uk/specials/x3_201...trol.html#more

If that is the case, it is definitely worth the money for the change in throttle response and steering alone, but even in sport+ the ride wasn't harsh. It changes the X3's character significantly and makes it a much "sportier" vehicle, imo.