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| 05-08-2020, 10:39 PM | #1 |
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M Sport Seats
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I am going to look at a 2017 X3 with some great packages (technology, etc). However....it does have the M Sport package...which looks GREAT!!!! Just wondering about the difference in the seats compared to the non M Sport Package Seats. Are they extra firm? Just curious if anybody has any thoughts about the seats, or the M Package in general. THANKS!! Mark |
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| 05-09-2020, 07:18 AM | #3 |
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I can't comment on specific differences between the Msport seats and regular. I can tell you that when I bought my X3 I drove both Msport and non-Msport trims and was impressed with the Msport seats. As I recall, they were more supportive and had a greater level of adjustment. To me they felt noticeably better that the non-Msport seats. The salesman told me that lots of people buy the Msport just because of the seats.
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| 05-09-2020, 08:02 AM | #4 |
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2 years ago purchased 2012 X3 (I-6 non-turbo motor)with standard suspension but equipped with sport seats. For reference, I had been driving E39 5 Series sedans with M-Sport suspensions for 10 years prior to X3 buy.
Seats: sport seats were definitely superior to regular seats in terms of overall support, but definitely firm seating - after driving several cars with regular seats I knew I wanted sport seats, a must have. (Mine also heated) Suspension: only drove one X3 M-Sport, car was fitted with runflats, it was too taught/too firm a ride for my liking. Drove several cars with regular suspension, most fitted with runflats, ugh those tires IMO just ruin ride quality. Car I eventually purchased had regular tires and suspension, ride is comfy. I suppose I would enjoy slightly firmer suspension but all in all car suits my needs, remember I drove M-Sport sedans for umpteen years...I wanted not so taught a ride. I'm age 68; the X3 is a 4200 lb. relatively high CG vehicle, I'm not going to be carving the twisties in the X3 as I used to do in my older sedans, which is fine by me at this juncture. Tires make a World of difference in both performance and comfort - be very mindful of that fact. Good luck/Bill Last edited by Wgosma; 05-09-2020 at 08:54 AM.. |
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| 05-09-2020, 09:50 AM | #5 |
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M-sport package is a must...I would not buy a BMW unless it had the M-sport package (or was an ///M vehicle).
The non-M-sport seats are softer and have less bolsters to hold you in place when doing some spirited driving. Dynamic Handling Package (DHP) is a relatively rare option on X3's. But as others have mentioned, the tires make a big difference in ride feel. I have never drove an X3 with DHP, probably best not to know what I am missing out on, but also since I had to replace my shocks already it saved me some money as the DHP suspension is much more expensive to replace. HUD is another thing that I now would not buy a vehicle without it, BMW or not. When you get one, post it so we all can be envious of the new ride...
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| 05-09-2020, 12:08 PM | #7 | |
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They say shocks/struts last 50k-100k miles, depending on driving habits/load carried/etc. So mine were overdue, no matter how you look at it.
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Current: 2020 X5 x40i M-Sport, Arctic Grey Metallic / Ivory White, Executive Package, Luggage Compartment Package, Integral Active Steering, Tow Package, Parking Assist Package, Driving Assist Package, M-Sport brakes, Tux Mats
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| 05-09-2020, 12:12 PM | #8 |
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one more thought in addition to run-flats having a harsher ride...18" tires ride softer than 19" tires which ride softer than 20" tires...
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Current: 2020 X5 x40i M-Sport, Arctic Grey Metallic / Ivory White, Executive Package, Luggage Compartment Package, Integral Active Steering, Tow Package, Parking Assist Package, Driving Assist Package, M-Sport brakes, Tux Mats
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| 05-19-2020, 06:42 AM | #10 |
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M Sport package, but with NON Run Flat tyres are a good compromise on the F25 M Sport with 19" wheels.
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| 05-23-2020, 12:06 PM | #12 |
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Ive got an 2012 msport i35 with really rare dhp package for sale!
https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1644444
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Check my for sale and wanted threads!!! If i didn't post sold then it's still available!!
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