[pebblebeach]

I've had my X3MC for almost a year. Prior to this I had the F80 M3 Comp (manual). I've noticed many of the same things others have noted (some low-end lag, a tad bumpier than I'd prefer) and I think the overall package is fantastic.

My gas mileage is not bad in my opinion - I usually get 19 combined, and up to 25 on longer highway trips. The M3 would get just a touch more. Maybe I don't drive it as hard as I should?

All this being said, I'm definitely interested in the new M3 (ugly grill aside). I still really want a 911 but the price jump for the overall performance and package is hard to overlook. I have 2 years to figure it out when the X3MC lease is up.

[blinkme323]

Great stuff guys, thanks. It's coming down to either this or the Model Y Performance and it is close. I'll keep you all posted.

[LimeRock]

Originally Posted by blinkme323

Great stuff guys, thanks. It's coming down to either this or the Model Y Performance and it is close. I'll keep you all posted.

The Model Y is a refrigerator on wheels!

[MrItaly]

Totaled my F97 comp when another driver ran a red light and upgraded to a F95..If you're in to towing, like me, it's a definite upgrade. Interior space is also more ample. I added a stealth hitch and significantly improved my capabilities.

[dusty80]

Originally Posted by pebblebeach

I've had my X3MC for almost a year. Prior to this I had the F80 M3 Comp (manual). I've noticed many of the same things others have noted (some low-end lag, a tad bumpier than I'd prefer) and I think the overall package is fantastic.

My gas mileage is not bad in my opinion - I usually get 19 combined, and up to 25 on longer highway trips. The M3 would get just a touch more. Maybe I don't drive it as hard as I should?

All this being said, I'm definitely interested in the new M3 (ugly grill aside). I still really want a 911 but the price jump for the overall performance and package is hard to overlook. I have 2 years to figure it out when the X3MC lease is up.

If money is not an issue, I would get a 911.

[Young04]

Originally Posted by MrItaly

Totaled my F97 comp when another driver ran a red light and upgraded to a F95..If you're in to towing, like me, it's a definite upgrade. Interior space is also more ample. I added a stealth hitch and significantly improved my capabilities.

How's the handling between the 2? I assume the X3M is better but is the X5M much worse?

[Transfer]

The X3M is a *slightly* more comfortable version of an M3 and has downsides of more weight and raised center of gravity. It's really a lifted M3. If you want this to be a sporty family hauler, make sure the family doesn't mind an M3 and make sure you don't mind an SUV.