My first X3 ('05) had leatherette while my current ('08) has Nevada leather. As a comparison I can say that the visual difference isn't much until you get up close, but will likely fool any untrained eye. Comfort-wise of course the Nevada is softer and quite a bit more comfortable. However, the biggest difference is leather's ability to breath, or perhaps leatherette's inability. This makes a huge difference, especially on a hot day or a long drive. The days of getting out of the car with my shirt sticking to my back are over! I'll never go back to leatherette for this reason alone. Buyer beware!
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