Can anything be done about stiff suspension?

Dav3 · 08-14-2022, 11:39 AM

Love the car but it's an absolute wreck on bad roads, suspension on this car is way too stiff

Considering changing cars but was wondering if anything considerable can be done?

Smaller wheels, different springs is what I've found out but I'm unsure if the difference will be there

Berzerker · 08-14-2022, 12:22 PM

You have an LCI/new F97 (2022/2023)? The ride is much improved over the pre-LCI (2020/2021) but it's still an M car, so it's going to be stiff. You can improve it with springs but at the end of the day, it's a sports car (with an SUV body), so it can be improved, but not all that much.

Dav3 · 08-14-2022, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Berzerker

You have an LCI/new F97 (2022/2023)? The ride is much improved over the pre-LCI (2020/2021) but it's still an M car, so it's going to be stiff. You can improve it with springs but at the end of the day, it's a sports car (with an SUV body), so it can be improved, but not all that much.

OG 2020 X3M

So yeah, worst suspension setup

anthemavm · 08-14-2022, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Dav3

OG 2020 X3M

So yeah, worst suspension setup

Start with a good set of tires.

porsche332 · 08-14-2022, 12:33 PM

Sell it.

Dav3 · 08-14-2022, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by anthemavm

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Originally Posted by Dav3

OG 2020 X3M

So yeah, worst suspension setup

Start with a good set of tires.

Since when are Michelin ps4s bad?

Dav3 · 08-14-2022, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by porsche332

Sell it.

Considering a Macan GTS

Berzerker · 08-14-2022, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Dav3

Considering a Macan GTS

Honestly, if you like the X3MC itself, try and find an LCI. You're going to save a good bit over the Macan and it drives just as good if not better with more performance/interior features.

If any dealer near you has a 2022 *or* 2023 X3MC *or* X4MC you can get a good idea if they'll let you take it on a few rounds around the block.

Dav3 · 08-14-2022, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Berzerker

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Originally Posted by Dav3

Considering a Macan GTS

Honestly, if you like the X3MC itself, try and find an LCI. You're going to save a good bit over the Macan and it drives just as good if not better with more performance/interior features.

If any dealer near you has a 2022 *or* 2023 X3MC *or* X4MC you can get a good idea if they'll let you take it on a few rounds around the block.

Eh, if I'm changing I'm changing for something different

Life is to short to get more of the same

X3M is a great car but with a major defect

anthemavm · 08-14-2022, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Dav3

Since when are Michelin ps4s bad?

Never said, your first post didn't state which tires you had. I use PS4s on three of my cars and was an upgrade on all.

Berzerker · 08-14-2022, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Dav3

Eh, if I'm changing I'm changing for something different

Life is to short to get more of the same

X3M is a great car but with a major defect

The "defect" was addressed in the LCI. I don't think you'll be very happy with the Macan if you really liked the X3M.

Mike02z · 08-14-2022, 04:46 PM

I’m thinking the X3 M is just not a fit for your needs. I can’t speak about the Posche but the X3 M40i may be a better fit. Ride is much more compliant and still has good power and great low end torque

thephenomgg · 08-14-2022, 04:46 PM

Agreed with above. Sell it

Edgar_FriendlyX3M · 08-14-2022, 09:03 PM

Enjoy the Macan't

Oldgixxer · 08-15-2022, 07:00 AM

Another one of these threads?? Lol sell sell sell it

-JLT- · 08-15-2022, 08:39 AM

shoulda test drove one b4 buying one

cloverfield · 08-16-2022, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Berzerker

The "defect" was addressed in the LCI. I don't think you'll be very happy with the Macan if you really liked the X3M.

Would you mind elaborating on this? I am thinking about an X3M but agree with the OP that the suspension is just brutal on anything besides smooth pavement. I drove a 20 and a 21. There are no 22s around me yet but I am curious as to what changed. Software changes, hardware or both? Thanks!

VMcV3y · 08-17-2022, 07:55 AM

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shoulda test drove one b4 buying one

Spot-on. The buyer's remorse in this thread is completely, 100% preventable.

Shaun170 · 08-17-2022, 08:30 AM

Should have bought an M40i

Mike02z · 08-17-2022, 09:25 AM

In my opinion anyone who complains about the ride of the X3 M bought the wrong car. The X3 M is hardcore and anyone who wants a more compliant ride needs to avoid any M cars. Sell it and drive an X3 M40i. That will satisfy the majority of people who need a sporty feel with a comfortable ride. The X3 M will never make you happy if you think the ride is harsh.

Dav3 · 08-17-2022, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike02z

In my opinion anyone who complains about the ride of the X3 M bought the wrong car. The X3 M is hardcore and anyone who wants a more compliant ride needs to avoid any M cars. Sell it and drive an X3 M40i. That will satisfy the majority of people who need a sporty feel with a comfortable ride. The X3 M will never make you happy if you think the ride is harsh.

To be brutally honest with you, I don't mind the harshness all that much

But the thing is, the general purpose of an SUV is to bring people around and about and I've had nothing but complaints from family and friends about the harshness

Roads where I live are also extremely bad, so you really get that super stiff bounciness

On another topic, not sure why people say the macan gts will be such a different experience. Doesn't have the same power, but the handling and pdk surely make up for it. And it's also not as stiff. Think it's actually the next best thing if you want a similair experience

redbullfan · 08-17-2022, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Dav3

To be brutally honest with you, I don't mind the harshness all that much

But the thing is, the general purpose of an SUV is to bring people around and about and I've had nothing but complaints from family and friends about the harshness

Roads where I live are also extremely bad, so you really get that super stiff bounciness

On another topic, not sure why people say the macan gts will be such a different experience. Doesn't have the same power, but the handling and pdk surely make up for it. And it's also not as stiff. Think it's actually the next best thing if you want a similair experience

Get the car updated

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Berzerker Colonel 2863 Rep 2,594 Posts Drives: 2024 M4 Convertible Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2024 BMW M4 Convert ... [0.00]	You have an LCI/new F97 (2022/2023)? The ride is much improved over the pre-LCI (2020/2021) but it's still an M car, so it's going to be stiff. You can improve it with springs but at the end of the day, it's a sports car (with an SUV body), so it can be improved, but not all that much.
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Mike02z Major 1958 Rep 1,263 Posts Drives: 2024 BMW M4 Base Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: 29651 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2024 BMW M4 [10.00] 2024 BMW M4 [0.00]	In my opinion anyone who complains about the ride of the X3 M bought the wrong car. The X3 M is hardcore and anyone who wants a more compliant ride needs to avoid any M cars. Sell it and drive an X3 M40i. That will satisfy the majority of people who need a sporty feel with a comfortable ride. The X3 M will never make you happy if you think the ride is harsh.
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