[daltonvaas]

Hi All

Finally picked up my X3MC yesterday, I went up to Lancashire to collect it and had a 250 mile drive back to London to get to 'grips' with it. For reference on my drive back it was raining heavily for about 3 out of a 4 hour journey.

The Car - Donnington Grey + Black Merino, Pano Sunroof, Enhanced BT, Apple Car Play, Privacy Glass, Rear Heated Seats, Comfort Pack

Start up - I was very impressed, I must say I have not actually test driven this car or even turned it on so I bought blind (which I have never done before) but my first impressions were that in spite of the OPF the exhaust sounded decent while it warms up the car from a cold start.

Ride - I think the reviews online about a harsh ride are genuinely unfair. Yes it does not glide like a Range Rover or X5 even but the car is not uncomfortable, on the motorway (M62, A50 and M1) it was a pleasure, in spite of the heavy rain and strong winds last night. When I got into town onto less even roads the ride itself was still fine and easily good enough for an everyday car. What however I did notice was road noise! Now let me clear, on the motorway, I didn't notice this but when I got into uneven roads the City there was a lot of thudding and bassy sound coming in from harsh jinks, bumps and uneven surfaces. I do however think this is more due to the heavily inflated tyres and the fact they're run flats. It wasn't something that bothered me badly but it was something to note for sure.

Power - Bearing in the mind the car is running in I went easy but the power was there, it was refined and it was fairly smooth though the power really kicks in past about 2500 RPM. When is Sport and Sport Plus mode it feels good, it feels fast and it feels controlled. I also came from a 428i so this is clearly a very very big jump for me, I do like it though

Handing - As expected, tight, well engineered and fun. No roll on corners and I was able to take long round bends on the motorway and good speeds without ever feeling out of control. The steering in Comfort FYI was my preferred setting as the wheel had a nice balanced feel, tight enough to adapt to increasing speeds and soft enough to not feel laborious. For most of the journey the car was in 'Efficient' engine, 'Comfort' body and 'Comfort' steering.

Overall, very pleased with what I have, my only gripe being road noise on bad surfaces. I was also a bit annoyed that the protect X was done on the day I collected so the car smelt of strong chemicals and there was a lot of residue on the door trims e.t.c. Going to contact the dealer about this.

Will post more when I ponder and clock up some more miles

[JKen_0115]

Originally Posted by daltonvaas

Hi All

Finally picked up my X3MC yesterday, I went up to Lancashire to collect it and had a 250 mile drive back to London to get to 'grips' with it. For reference on my drive back it was raining heavily for about 3 out of a 4 hour journey.

The Car - Donning Grey + Black Merino, Pano Sunroof, Enhanced BT, Apple Car Play, Privacy Glass, Rear Heated Seats, Comfort Pack

Start up - I was very impressed, I must say I have not actually test driven this car or even turned it on so I bought blind (which I have never done before) but my first impressions were that in spite of the OPF the exhaust sounded decent while it warms up the car from a cold start.

Ride - I think the review online about a harsh ride are genuinely unfair. Yes it does not glide like a Range Rover or X5 even but the car it not uncomfortable, on the motorway (M62, A50 and M1) it was a pleasure, in spite of the heavy rain and strong winds last night. When I got into town onto less even roads the ride itself was still fine and easily good enough for an everyday car. What however I did notice was road noise! Now let me clear, on the motorway, I didn't notice this but when I got into uneven roads the City there was a lot of thudding and bassy sound coming in from harsh jinks, bumps and uneven surfaces. I do however think this is more due to the heavily inflated tyres and the fact they're run flats. It wasn't something that bothered me badly but it was something to note for sure.

Power - Bearing in the mind the car in running in I went easy but the power was there, it was refined and it was fairly smooth though the power really kicks in past about 2500 RPM. When is Sport and Sport Plus mode it feels good, it feels fast and it feels controlled. I also came from a 428i so this is clearly a very very big jump for me, I do like it though

Handing - As expected, tight, well engineered and fun. No roll on corners and I was able to take long round bends on the motorway and good speeds without ever feeling out of control. The steering in Comfort FYI was my preferred setting as the wheel had a nice balanced feel, tight enough to adapt to increasing speeds and soft enough to not feel laborious. For most of the journey the car was in 'Efficient' engine, 'Comfort' body and 'Comfort' steering.

Overall, very pleased with what I have, my only gripe being road noise of bad surfaces. I was also a bit annoyed that the protect X was done on the day I collected car so the car smelt of strong chemicals and there was a lot of residue on the door trims e.t.c. Going to contact the dealer about this.

Will post more when I ponder and clock up some more miles

Congrats! Thanks for sharing, I'm coming from M2 and going to pick up her next week, I can't wait to share my experience as well.

Post some photos for us!

[Brian-f]

Originally Posted by daltonvaas

Hi All

Finally picked up my X3MC yesterday, I went up to Lancashire to collect it and had a 250 mile drive back to London to get to 'grips' with it. For reference on my drive back it was raining heavily for about 3 out of a 4 hour journey.

The Car - Donning Grey + Black Merino, Pano Sunroof, Enhanced BT, Apple Car Play, Privacy Glass, Rear Heated Seats, Comfort Pack

Start up - I was very impressed, I must say I have not actually test driven this car or even turned it on so I bought blind (which I have never done before) but my first impressions were that in spite of the OPF the exhaust sounded decent while it warms up the car from a cold start.

Ride - I think the reviews online about a harsh ride are genuinely unfair. Yes it does not glide like a Range Rover or X5 even but the car is not uncomfortable, on the motorway (M62, A50 and M1) it was a pleasure, in spite of the heavy rain and strong winds last night. When I got into town onto less even roads the ride itself was still fine and easily good enough for an everyday car. What however I did notice was road noise! Now let me clear, on the motorway, I didn't notice this but when I got into uneven roads the City there was a lot of thudding and bassy sound coming in from harsh jinks, bumps and uneven surfaces. I do however think this is more due to the heavily inflated tyres and the fact they're run flats. It wasn't something that bothered me badly but it was something to note for sure.

Power - Bearing in the mind the car is running in I went easy but the power was there, it was refined and it was fairly smooth though the power really kicks in past about 2500 RPM. When is Sport and Sport Plus mode it feels good, it feels fast and it feels controlled. I also came from a 428i so this is clearly a very very big jump for me, I do like it though

Handing - As expected, tight, well engineered and fun. No roll on corners and I was able to take long round bends on the motorway and good speeds without ever feeling out of control. The steering in Comfort FYI was my preferred setting as the wheel had a nice balanced feel, tight enough to adapt to increasing speeds and soft enough to not feel laborious. For most of the journey the car was in 'Efficient' engine, 'Comfort' body and 'Comfort' steering.

Overall, very pleased with what I have, my only gripe being road noise of bad surfaces. I was also a bit annoyed that the protect X was done on the day I collected car so the car smelt of strong chemicals and there was a lot of residue on the door trims e.t.c. Going to contact the dealer about this.

Will post more when I ponder and clock up some more miles

Hope you enjoy ur new car buddy. Get some pics up.

Ps its not on run flats just standard tyres on X3MC!

[daltonvaas]

Some Pics. Will take more when I can, sorry it was late and I had to rush back home! Now it's a bit filthy so will need to clean it up

[Brian-f]

Looks great, Donnington is the best colour......but i could be a bit biased haha.

[bennyboy77]

Originally Posted by daltonvaas

Hi All

Finally picked up my X3MC yesterday, I went up to Lancashire to collect it and had a 250 mile drive back to London to get to 'grips' with it. For reference on my drive back it was raining heavily for about 3 out of a 4 hour journey.

The Car - Donning Grey + Black Merino, Pano Sunroof, Enhanced BT, Apple Car Play, Privacy Glass, Rear Heated Seats, Comfort Pack

Start up - I was very impressed, I must say I have not actually test driven this car or even turned it on so I bought blind (which I have never done before) but my first impressions were that in spite of the OPF the exhaust sounded decent while it warms up the car from a cold start.

Ride - I think the reviews online about a harsh ride are genuinely unfair. Yes it does not glide like a Range Rover or X5 even but the car is not uncomfortable, on the motorway (M62, A50 and M1) it was a pleasure, in spite of the heavy rain and strong winds last night. When I got into town onto less even roads the ride itself was still fine and easily good enough for an everyday car. What however I did notice was road noise! Now let me clear, on the motorway, I didn't notice this but when I got into uneven roads the City there was a lot of thudding and bassy sound coming in from harsh jinks, bumps and uneven surfaces. I do however think this is more due to the heavily inflated tyres and the fact they're run flats. It wasn't something that bothered me badly but it was something to note for sure.

Power - Bearing in the mind the car is running in I went easy but the power was there, it was refined and it was fairly smooth though the power really kicks in past about 2500 RPM. When is Sport and Sport Plus mode it feels good, it feels fast and it feels controlled. I also came from a 428i so this is clearly a very very big jump for me, I do like it though

Handing - As expected, tight, well engineered and fun. No roll on corners and I was able to take long round bends on the motorway and good speeds without ever feeling out of control. The steering in Comfort FYI was my preferred setting as the wheel had a nice balanced feel, tight enough to adapt to increasing speeds and soft enough to not feel laborious. For most of the journey the car was in 'Efficient' engine, 'Comfort' body and 'Comfort' steering.

Overall, very pleased with what I have, my only gripe being road noise of bad surfaces. I was also a bit annoyed that the protect X was done on the day I collected car so the car smelt of strong chemicals and there was a lot of residue on the door trims e.t.c. Going to contact the dealer about this.

Will post more when I ponder and clock up some more miles

100% identical spec to mine which I pick up at the end of the month, also from Lancashire! You better not have my car 😨

several sold from underneath me which had the Parking Assistant Plus on which I really wanted, but still really looking forward to picking up.

Thanks for the first impression write up.

Unfortunately I only have a few miles to drive mine home. Though I expect I may take a few wrong turns....

Did you get back on one tank of fuel? How thirsty did it seem on your long run. (Obviously will be much better after a few thousand miles).

[daltonvaas]

Originally Posted by bennyboy77

100% identical spec to mine which I pick up at the end of the month, also from Lancashire! You better not have my car 😨

several sold from underneath me which had the Parking Assistant Plus on which I really wanted, but still really looking forward to picking up.

Thanks for the first impression write up.

Unfortunately I only have a few miles to drive mine home. Though I expect I may take a few wrong turns....

Did you get back on one tank of fuel? How thirsty did it seem on your long run. (Obviously will be much better after a few thousand miles).

I hope it's not yours! They did also have a nice black one with Ivory White Merino which was making me think twice, I would have really also liked the Parking Assistant!

Not bad actually, I made it back from a full tank averaging 21.7mpg, I was tame mostly but I obviously had a but of fun.

I've clocked 331 miles and am showing 39 miles remaining...

[Jimmyjones654]

You got 331 miles from 1 tank ?

[bennyboy77]

Originally Posted by daltonvaas

I hope it's not yours! They did also have a nice black one with Ivory White Merino which was making me think twice, I would have really also liked the Parking Assistant!

Not bad actually, I made it back from a full tank averaging 21.7mpg, I was tame mostly but I obviously had a but of fun.

I've clocked 331 miles and am showing 39 miles remaining...

The fact the MPG starts with a two on the first run is a good sign! Though after the RIS, with a few more revs and some twisty roads getting near 21 would be great.

Over 350 miles from the 1st tank is pretty good either way though.

Have fun, but be warned, I'll be coming looking for you if I don't have a car at the end of the month 😉

[daltonvaas]

Originally Posted by Jimmyjones654

You got 331 miles from 1 tank ?

I have 331 miles so far from the first full tank and am showing 39 remaining!

The mix is probably about 300 on motorways and 30 for in and around town. I think if I had continued by motorway only I may have been able to clock up near to 400...

[daltonvaas]

Does anyone think it's worth filling up on some premium fuel by the way?

[Wills2]

Originally Posted by daltonvaas

Does anyone think it's worth filling up on some premium fuel by the way?

Yes if you want full power.

[x3mcomp]

Congrats! Great spec, looks great. What tyres did yours come with, they won't be run flats. Definitely fill it up with the good stuff

[daltonvaas]

Originally Posted by x3mcomp

Congrats! Great spec, looks great. What tyres did yours come with, they won't be run flats. Definitely fill it up with the good stuff

Thanks! I have the Continentals.... I guess without being able to change the tyres which I wrongly thought were runflats I won't be able to get rid of that road noise! Any other suggestions? If not it's ok I'll just go right ahead and enjoy the car

Ps - I'm not trying it put anyone off, I'm probably just being paranoid, the noise I describe is not wind etc, that's well insulated it's from the road itself coming up the suspension e.t.c. I'm also wondering if the ASD is exaggerating this noise?

[Steveo]

Very nice OP,

Which dealer, from Bowker Preston?

[M4SW]

Originally Posted by JKen_0115

Congrats! Thanks for sharing, I'm coming from M2 and going to pick up her next week, I can't wait to share my experience as well.

Post some photos for us!

Originally Posted by JKen_0115

Congrats! Thanks for sharing, I'm coming from M2 and going to pick up her next week, I can't wait to share my experience as well.

Post some photos for us!

I'll be very interested to see what you make of it. I'm in the same boat. Sold my M2 today, collecting X3MC on Saturday 21st.

[daltonvaas]

Originally Posted by Steveo

Very nice OP,

Which dealer, from Bowker Preston?

Colne, Lancs

[BMWZ4]

Originally Posted by Jimmyjones654

You got 331 miles from 1 tank ?

Do you mean ONLY 331 miles or wow, 331 miles? I consistently get 590kms...probably around 375 miles

[Wills2]

Originally Posted by daltonvaas

Colne, Lancs

I got mine from there a few days ago, although my drive home was 10 miles not 250, that was a long way for you.

[daltonvaas]

Originally Posted by Wills2

I got mine from there a few days ago, although my drive home was 10 miles not 250, that was a long way for you.

Very laborious to go and collect but it was the only place that had Donnington and the main options I wanted...

Nice people there though.

[Wills2]

Originally Posted by daltonvaas

Very laborious to go and collect but it was the only place that had Donnington and the main options I wanted...

Nice people there though.

Yes they are really nice, mines the same spec as yours but in Sophisto, the only thing I wish it had was surround view but you can't have everything can you.

[BOGX4M]

Congrats! Have fun!