[bmtespar]

I’m just rubbing it in now but have I mentioned how happy I am with my ventilated seats? Not the same amount of bolstering on the sides but after taking several multi-hour trips in the 19’ ranging from 2 hours (weekly) to 12 hours, I’m very happy with the comfort level. They are definitely softer seat backs than my 18’.

[Bob in IL]

Originally Posted by weez

Damn, does anybody find the seats to be comfortable?

Good one. The ventilated seats in our 2019 are fine.

[mariopl]

I have ordered my X4 30i with M Sport pkg to bo manufactured in January 2019, hopefully seats will be comfortable (non ventilated).

[MechX3M40i]

For those whom find the seats uncomfortable, have you tried adjusting the seat in different ways to improve the situation? In another thread about long road trips, at least one member found relieve by adjusting the height of seat up close to the limit, keeping knees and butt leveled, avoiding too much pressure on either the butt or the thighs.

My driver seat is also adjusted up high close to the limit, since I like a commanding view. I have no issues with the seat. I wish they put a bit more foam padding there, but I find the firmness (or shall I say lack of cushiness) is quite typical to German sport-oriented seats.

[dylonsays]

Originally Posted by Bob in IL

Good one. The ventilated seats in our 2019 are fine.

I went to look at both ventilated and non ventilated seats on the X3 and noticed that the non-ventilated seats have a more pronounced ridge on the bottom sides of the seat, since both seats are too narrow, it makes it very uncomfortable when side-ridge digs into the bottom portion of your thigh. The ventilated seats are not as pronounced (as you sit more on top of the seats vs. the sport seats that are designed to "sit in"- therefore my findings are that ventilated seats are more comfortable for adults who are around 6' and 180+ lbs.

[Cape Dave]

Originally Posted by bd73

That's exactly it! The seats aren't as flat, or something. I also find them to be very hard. I think the angle of the seat causes your middle back to exert more force against the cushion. I actually took my M40 in for recall work and got a loaner (X1). I'm sorta freaked out to say I found the X1 seats to be worlds more comfortable...I love everything else about this car, but the seats have me totally regretting the purchase. I'm too embarrassed to admit to friends and family though...

I totally get this. The drivers seat in my Ford Edge has similar issues, and maybe passenger (I never ride there ) The seat is so poorly designed and implemented that it is unusable. I had to buy a $200 dollar custom Purple cushion just to be able to use the car.

The X3 I drove today (and loved!) had Sports Seats. Seemed fine, but that was a 15 minute test drive. And I was paying close attention to many other things too. I am 99.9% sure that is the way I will go. But you had better believe that I will do further research on seats before purchase! Family and friends are most likely sick of me bitching

[AndroidRobot]

My X3 was built on December 2017 and had the most uncomfortable seats after the first few weeks. It got bad enough when combined with the suspension to get rid of the car. I absolutely loved how the M40i drove but could not get over the seats/ride. I would be more after driving to work every day. Work my X4, after 2700 miles I have no such issues

[drexplode]

Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

My X3 was built on December 2017 and had the most uncomfortable seats after the first few weeks. It got bad enough when combined with the suspension to get rid of the car. I absolutely loved how the M40i drove but could not get over the seats/ride. I would be more after driving to work every day. Work my X4, after 2700 miles I have no such issues

Similar experience. Dislike the seat comfort and seating position in the g01/g02 so much that I sold both. I'm hoping the f97 is mucho bettero.

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by drexplode

Similar experience. Dislike the seat comfort and seating position in the g01/g02 so much that I sold both. I'm hoping the f97 is mucho bettero.

Unlikely seeing how its a proper ///M SUV the seats will be heavily bolstered (which is perfectly fine) but comfort will be elusive. The X5M had more comfortable seats. I've learned that comfort only starts at the 5 Series/X5 or higher.

[chicagofan00]

I find my seats in the X3 to be perfectly fine so far. Albeit my longest stretch in the seat at anyone time has only been 1.5hrs so far. I guess the real test will be on our summer road trip but I'm not anticipating any issues with that 6hr drive.

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I find my seats in the X3 to be perfectly fine so far. Albeit my longest stretch in the seat at anyone time has only been 1.5hrs so far. I guess the real test will be on our summer road trip but I'm not anticipating any issues with that 6hr drive.

I'm not a big person 5'8" 140lbs so the seats aren't too narrow or anything, they're simply not comfortable. I guess everyone's experiences will vary

[chicagofan00]

Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

I'm not a big person 5'8" 140lbs so the seats aren't too narrow or anything, they're simply not comfortable. I guess everyone's experiences will vary

I'm 5'8" and 165lbs. Guess the extra bit of padding I carry around has made the difference.

[MechX3M40i]

Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I'm 5'8" and 165lbs. Guess the extra bit of padding I carry around has made the difference.

Ha! Now I have another motivation heading to the gym and do some deadlifts... :#extraseatpadding

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I'm 5'8" and 165lbs. Guess the extra bit of padding I carry around has made the difference.

Perhaps? unlikely though

[ParadigmDawg]

Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

Unlikely seeing how its a proper ///M SUV the seats will be heavily bolstered (which is perfectly fine) but comfort will be elusive. The X5M had more comfortable seats. I've learned that comfort only starts at the 5 Series/X5 or higher.

If the seats are the proper width then aggressive bolstering doesn't come into play. My seats now are are fairly aggressive but very comfortable because they are the correct width. The ones in my GLE were even more aggressive and were very comfortable.

In my M40, the bolstering was under my legs unless I kept my legs smashed together so it was just a bad fit. I bet 2-3 inches wider and actually centered to the pedals would have been way better.

I am 6' and 180 lbs.

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by ParadigmDawg

If the seats are the proper width then aggressive bolstering doesn't come into play. My seats now are are fairly aggressive but very comfortable because they are the correct width. The ones in my GLE were even more aggressive and were very comfortable.

In my M40, the bolstering was under my legs unless I kept my legs smashed together so it was just a bad fit. I bet 2-3 inches wider and actually centered to the pedals would have been way better.

I am 6' and 180 lbs.

I'm willing to bet the same. My X5 has much wider seats but they're extremely comfortable, they aren't sport seats though. I found the M5 seats to be very comfortable even with their much heavier bolstering than even your Mercedes which looks beautiful!

[BMWZ4]

Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I find my seats in the X3 to be perfectly fine so far. Albeit my longest stretch in the seat at anyone time has only been 1.5hrs so far. I guess the real test will be on our summer road trip but I'm not anticipating any issues with that 6hr drive.

Same here. Find them quite comfortable (non-vented). I drive to our cottage every 5 weeks or so and it's a 585km drive one way. I also do a lot of highway driving for work and no issues with these seats. Production date was Sept 6 2018 if that is of any relevance

[MechX3M40i]

Originally Posted by BMWZ4

Same here. Find them quite comfortable (non-vented). I drive to our cottage every 5 weeks or so and it's a 585km drive one way. I also do a lot of highway driving for work and no issues with these seats. Production date was Sept 6 2018 if that is of any relevance

+2.

I find the seat on my X3 comfortable. Not as cushy as I would expect from a full size Lexus SUV, but comparable to other compact, Sport oriented German cars. I've not tried out the new G20 3-series, but I think my X3 seats are better than the outgoing 3-series model.

We need to put things in perspective and make Apples to Apples comparison. The seats in my X3 is slightly narrower than all the mid size cars, SUV and minivan that I've owned, but is on par or slightly better vs my fully loaded compact Rav 4 Hybrid. So, for those who find the seats of the X3 uncomfortable, chances are good that most compact cars or SUV are not for them, especially sporty ones that tend to have firmer seats. Exceptions do exist and your mileage may vary. So don't use your flame thrower on me

[Wgosma]

Proper adjustment of ones seating position can make a World of difference in terms of both comfort and 'performance':

[MechX3M40i]

Yes, there is a side discussion about ride comfort, where you can find some other suggestion about seat adjustment from. @XGoober

Ride Comfort Recommendations https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1593655

[ParadigmDawg]

Originally Posted by MechX3M40i

+2.

I find the seat on my X3 comfortable. Not as cushy as I would expect from a full size Lexus SUV, but comparable to other compact, Sport oriented German cars. I've not tried out the new G20 3-series, but I think my X3 seats are better than the outgoing 3-series model.

We need to put things in perspective and make Apples to Apples comparison. The seats in my X3 is slightly narrower than all the mid size cars, SUV and minivan that I've owned, but is on par or slightly better vs my fully loaded compact Rav 4 Hybrid. So, for those who find the seats of the X3 uncomfortable, chances are good that most compact cars or SUV are not for them, especially sporty ones that tend to have firmer seats. Exceptions do exist and your mileage may vary. So don't use your flame thrower on me

So if I just list the SUVs I have had the past 6 years it would be 2 SQ5's, 1 Q5 TDI, 1 MB GLA, 1 GLE AMG, 1 GLC AMG and the M40 is the first car that I have been uncomfortable in. I have also had several sports cars and none of them were uncomfortable.

Don't get me wrong, I wanted it to be comfortable.

[MechX3M40i]

Originally Posted by ParadigmDawg

So if I just list the SUVs I have had the past 6 years it would be 2 SQ5's, 1 Q5 TDI, 1 MB GLA, 1 GLE AMG, 1 GLC AMG and the M40 is the first car that I have been uncomfortable in. I have also had several sports cars and none of them were uncomfortable.

Don't get me wrong, I wanted it to be comfortable.

I hear you, my friend. Sorry about your experience... As I said, YMMV...