What do you replace an X3M/X4M with?

TankerFlight · 02-22-2024, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by STi from DSM

I went from my X3MC to a 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback and then moved into an M5.

I learned I was not an SUV guy. The X3MC was a rock solid car though.

To me, an EV would NEVER be on the table. If you are looking for a bump in performance, check out the M5. Plenty of HP, great looks, and surprisingly good MPG for 600HP. I think thats where you should look.

I should mention, for the last 6 months there have been 0 X3M's on Autotrader. Meaning they are just incredibly rare to come across. Make sure you get a great deal on your trade-in!

Actually there are tons. Autotrader filters suck (or the dealers don't know what they have!). You have to go under "keyword" and voila, X3M/C for days...

Jnat · 02-23-2024, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Kevin_The_Clean1

Great mindset here & I agree. The X3 M is a unique sleeper that's rock solid & super practical. I want to get a 2nd one too. But my family & friends would probably begin to think I'm crazy if I did.

Agreed... It's really a performance bargain imo, the equipment in this vehicle and it's performance with very little mods separates it from others. My family already thinks i'm crazy so getting another would just add fuel to the fire, lol. With that said, i'm really considering it!!!

TankerFlight · 02-23-2024, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by STi from DSM

I went from my X3MC to a 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback and then moved into an M5.

How'd you like the RS5? That's an Audi option I'm looking at. Had 3x S4s in the past.

STi from DSM · 02-24-2024, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by TankerFlight

How'd you like the RS5? That's an Audi option I'm looking at. Had 3x S4s in the past.

I love the RS5. I also had an S4. I feel like the S4 was good at most everything. The RS5 feels that much better at everything. You won't be sorry if you get one. Awesome vehicle.

Oldgixxer · 02-25-2024, 04:52 AM

Currently in this same scenario;sold the X3MC and wondering what to get next. Clean,low mileage X3M's are getting top dollar. My '22 had 21,300mi and was in mint condition. Couldn't pass up the BMW dealers offer of $10k over my lease payoff so I sold it to them a few weeks ago.
Most likely will grab a new X5MC over the summer

OttawaM · 02-29-2024, 04:24 PM

Soon will be time for me to consider these options as well (currently a ‘22 X3MC). Done the Audi route before (RS5 and TTRS) and found them very bland and was never excited to drive them. Might have to replace the BMW with 2 vehicles in order to tick the right boxes. M2 and something else.

Radman_F97 · 03-01-2024, 11:01 AM

I'm in a similar situation. I have 13K miles on my 22 X3M, with the lease ending in 6 months. I'll see what's offered and decide from there. I enjoy driving it and parting out will be a hassle.

Lastsuspect · 03-01-2024, 10:50 PM

G8x that’s really it

Kevin_The_Clean1 · 03-02-2024, 03:27 AM

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G8x that’s really it

With that questionable front end & out of proportion grill... for some of us this isn't as easy as you might think. All it took was one look at the front of a G80 M3 straight on to cause me to look away. This is what drove me to buy a F97 X3 MC instead. Essentially the M3 of the SUV world.

RichardM60 · 03-04-2024, 08:37 AM

Sold my X3M competition LCI and bought an IX M60 absolutely love it.

Have had M3 M4 X5M in the past 15 years, still have an E46 M3.

Never really got on with the X3M only kept it a year.

Scottycs19 · 03-04-2024, 12:49 PM

Ick! I tried to the like the IX but the interior and exterior just don't do it for me.

Granted they are two widely different cars, for the money you could have gone Model X Plaid!

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Originally Posted by RichardM60

Sold my X3M competition LCI and bought an IX M60 absolutely love it.

Have had M3 M4 X5M in the past 15 years, still have an E46 M3.

Never really got on with the X3M only kept it a year.

SupremeHustle · 03-04-2024, 02:21 PM

Replacing my X4M Comp with a Macan EV Turbo. Also swapping my F-Type for a Vantage.

It's upgrade season. I do love my X4, though. Great car.

F97_Rico · 03-04-2024, 05:16 PM

Replace with? An X5M probably. Other than that, I'd just keep what I have. I do have an X3M Comp and an IX 50 that my girlfriend wanted to try out. We've leased it. I will say the instant torque is nice. Catches a lot of people off guard. But it's limited to 120mph and my heavy foot likes to go beyond that from time to time. It doesn't have any cool engine/exhaust sounds but the gimmicky sounds it does make are kind of neat. It's nice for just cruising around. It's comfortable. But I will take my X3MC over it any day of the week.

04detroitls · 03-05-2024, 06:48 PM

replaced our 21 x3m with

a 24 x3mc

MRichmond · 03-07-2024, 01:08 PM

After 20+ years owning (M3s and M5) and racing M cars (e36 M3s), I bought a 2020 Jag F-Pace SVR after considering the X3/4M, GLC 63, Stelvio, and Macan Turbo. After more than four years and 51,000 miles, the SVR is the favorite car I have owned. The sound (unparalleled), speed, comfort, and appearance have not worn off. And it has been mechanically flawless. The 2021 and later models offer a minor facelift and a significant interior upgrade. If you are looking for something new, you may wish to consider this.

spucktacular · 03-10-2024, 07:08 PM

Seeing them side by side is significant. Thanks for that pic.

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replaced our 21 x3m with

a 24 x3mc

dinan5m3 · 03-14-2024, 05:54 PM

02-25-2024, 04:52 AM	#27
Oldgixxer Captain 1935 Rep 819 Posts Drives: nothing fast Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: The Lowcountry,SC iTrader: (0)	Currently in this same scenario;sold the X3MC and wondering what to get next. Clean,low mileage X3M's are getting top dollar. My '22 had 21,300mi and was in mint condition. Couldn't pass up the BMW dealers offer of $10k over my lease payoff so I sold it to them a few weeks ago. Most likely will grab a new X5MC over the summer __________________ -'24 X5MC,'22 430i -'09 Busa,'05 GSXR-1K(GT28R turbo)'00 Busa(GT3582) Gone but not forgotten: -'22 X3MC,'20 M550i,'18 X2,F30 328xi,'07 E63 AMG (1st W211 63 in the 11s),997 C4S Cab,CLS55 AMG,E55 AMG,C55AMG
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OttawaM New Member 5 Rep 12 Posts Drives: BMW X4M Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (0)	Soon will be time for me to consider these options as well (currently a ‘22 X3MC). Done the Audi route before (RS5 and TTRS) and found them very bland and was never excited to drive them. Might have to replace the BMW with 2 vehicles in order to tick the right boxes. M2 and something else.
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Radman_F97 Second Lieutenant 242 Rep 251 Posts Drives: 2022 BMW X3M,2021 VOLVO XC90T8 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: West Linn, OR iTrader: (0) Garage List 2022 X3M [0.00]	I'm in a similar situation. I have 13K miles on my 22 X3M, with the lease ending in 6 months. I'll see what's offered and decide from there. I enjoy driving it and parting out will be a hassle.
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RichardM60 New Member 20 Rep 11 Posts Drives: IXM60 Join Date: Nov 2023 Location: Perth Australia iTrader: (0)	What I did Sold my X3M competition LCI and bought an IX M60 absolutely love it. Have had M3 M4 X5M in the past 15 years, still have an E46 M3. Never really got on with the X3M only kept it a year.
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SupremeHustle New Member 24 Rep 26 Posts Drives: 2020 X4MC 2021 F-Type R Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Minneapolis iTrader: (0)	Replacing my X4M Comp with a Macan EV Turbo. Also swapping my F-Type for a Vantage. It's upgrade season. I do love my X4, though. Great car.
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F97_Rico Enlisted Member 30 Rep 32 Posts Drives: 2021 X3MC Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Alaska iTrader: (0)	Replace with? An X5M probably. Other than that, I'd just keep what I have. I do have an X3M Comp and an IX 50 that my girlfriend wanted to try out. We've leased it. I will say the instant torque is nice. Catches a lot of people off guard. But it's limited to 120mph and my heavy foot likes to go beyond that from time to time. It doesn't have any cool engine/exhaust sounds but the gimmicky sounds it does make are kind of neat. It's nice for just cruising around. It's comfortable. But I will take my X3MC over it any day of the week.
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04detroitls Private 64 Rep 92 Posts Drives: 21 x3m Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: FL iTrader: (0) Garage List [0.00] 2024 BMW X3MC [0.00] 2021 BMW X3M [0.00]	replaced our 21 x3m with a 24 x3mc Attached Images
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