04-05-2012, 06:40 AM | #45 |
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It's much more difficult to enter/exit the car with sports seats (I have sports seats in my 3 series now). If you have wide back like I do, then it will not be comfortable to sit. Test them before ordering...
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04-11-2012, 07:05 AM | #47 |
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My previous car was a 2009 Audi Q5 with sport seats and before that a BMW E60 with sportseats.
Before ordering the X3 tried both standard and sport seats, but the standard seat was to "short", the sport seat felt much better. In the Audi I could drive 450km to a meeting and then drive back in the evening, no problem. But now in the X3 after 80km my back hurts when I get out of the car. They are OK when I'm still seated but when I get out it hurts. Even the E60 sport seat was much better, F25 seats are to low in the back and much "cheaper" than the 5-series seats, (Audi seats are in a different class). (I'm 192 cm and about 90kg) Before you order seats take the car for a LONG drive not just 30 min... But still, it's a nice car ;-) |
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04-11-2012, 07:28 AM | #48 |
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Like you I had a Q5 before with sports seats and now have an X3 with the same. I have no complaints after a 300 mile drive so perhaps you just need to fiddle around with the positioning? It makes all the difference, some physios are even experts at adjusting seats correctly.
On that subject I am so pleased to have gone for the electric seats. The adjustment and fine tuning potential is endless.
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04-11-2012, 07:42 AM | #49 |
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I currently have a 335d coupe which has sport seats, I drove an X3 2.0SE with the standard seats and found them a bit lacking in support and the cushion a bit flat.Unfortunately dealer did not have a sport model for me to try but have opted for the sport seats on my 3.0d SE which is currently on order. Also stitching looks nicer !
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04-11-2012, 08:05 AM | #50 |
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I went from a 335i (E90) with sport seats to an F25 also with sport seats. I found them to be pretty much identical as far as accommodating my physiology. I think they're very comfortable especially on long distances. Clearly the height difference between the two cars makes entry/exit a bit different, but again for me it's not been a problem. My wife loves them too, but our adjustment preferences are radically different -- and not just due to size. Getting the lumbar, thigh, and side bolster support just right for an individual may take some experimentation, but ultimately, I think they can work for most people.
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04-15-2012, 09:08 PM | #54 |
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I have seen a few posts in this thread on ensuring proper seat positioning to really enjoy the sport seats. How do the side torso supports adjust? Do the side hip supports adjust, also? thanks, sam
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04-16-2012, 07:35 AM | #55 |
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I agree that proper seating position is important. Also, at least in the US market, think about premium package which includes adjustable lumbar support which makes a difference on long drives.
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I received delivery on my 2013 X3 with sport seats last week (Sport Activity Package and other packages), and so far I am not happy with the seats. I have a Merz ML350, and the leather is ventilated, and seats are supportive and comfortable. The X3 is a great car - very fun to drive; but I find the seats to be very hot on the back and sides (living in the Wash. D.C. area, heat and humidity are the norm). I find myself sweating through my clothes, when that was never an issue with the ML. Also, I am 6'1", 200lbs. Athletic (not fat), and the side bolsters do not adjust wide enough for my build. Overall, not happy and not sure what to do about it yet. Any suggestions?
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I find they fit well and look far better than standard too. The contrasting stitching is also on the door that lifts the whole inside |
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Same height, a few more pounds. I've adjusted the seat bolsters to where I'm comfortable. I'm 3 weeks off of a 2500-mile roadtrip. The sides were great. My butt was tired of sitting, but I don't attribute that to the seats - there was a lot of non-X3 sitting too. |
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09-05-2012, 08:03 AM | #60 |
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I am both large and overweight at 6' even and 245 lbs. Sport seats properly adjusted are a huge plus for my comfort in both lethargic and spirited driving. Regular seats are also comfortable, however, they do not measure up to properly positioned sport seats, in my humble overweight opinion. sam
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09-15-2012, 11:59 AM | #63 |
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I had my 84 year old tell me that the sports seats in my X3 were the most comfortable she has sat in - in a car.
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09-15-2012, 12:13 PM | #64 |
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I stressed over this decision also and ended up with the sport seats. I am glad I did. They have many adjustments and once you get it right it feels like you are sitting in a baseball glove. Perfect. I just completed a 1500 mile road trip and they were great as long as you stop often and stretch. Even if I was in the Queen's Rolls Royce I would need to stop often (I am getting older). These seats hold you very comfortably when you go around corners. I recommend them highly.
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I have also ordered my car with the sports seats.
I found that at first the seats where "pinching" me, but after some time 1-2 hrs driving around they or me adjusted to each other and i found them great. Also the visual look of the stiching is lovely on the red/brown leather. |
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