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Originally Posted by jwong77
I have no experience with an X3M, but I own the softer M40i. I find the ride quality very soft compared to my other cars (s2000, Porsche 993), but it’s far from the softness of my wife’s RX350, which is very plush. With that said, we have no issues with the M40i and it’s our dedicated road trip car, because of the fuel efficiency and performance. Some on this board have complained that the M40i is too harsh, so it may depend upon which wheel/tire combination you get. Mine has the softest setup with the 19 inch wheels. I suggest you test drive both back to back.
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Thanks for the input. Finding an X3M to test drive has been a bit tough but I will track one down before I make a decision. I've heard nothing but great things about the M40i, I just worry that coming from a pretty solid DD/weekend car situation, it won't give me the 'fizz' I'm looking for.
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Originally Posted by Mirko
I went from a z4m on stock suspension as well as mcs suspension. X3m is fine. It's what I expected from an m car. It could be a bit more comfortable but then it wouldn't handle as good as it does. I compare it to my other daily an f25 x3. That is comfortable but it cant take the corners without feeling the weight/height. X3m would be nicer if it was a bit more compliant but I didn't expect it to be so I am fine with it.
After reading all the complaints I expected the worst on my test drive. I walked away from it wondering what all the fuss was about. Even went on broken country roads. Each person has a different feel/opinion so best to try for yourself but coming from the m3 and golf r I think you will be like me. Let us know  |
Happy to hear from a fellow Canadian with bad roads
Appreciate the opinion.