Are there any benefits 2012 X35i vs 2013 X35i

Tezo · 05-21-2019, 09:08 AM

Greetings,

I'm thinking of purchasing an older X35i, and am wondering if there are any benefits of the 2013 model year over the 2012 other than resale value, mileage and wear. Assuming the drivetrain and suspension would be the same, does one year offer a setup that the other does not?

Thanks

pokerface · 05-21-2019, 10:01 AM

the 2013s saw the introduction of the Driver Experience switch (Eco, Comfort, and Sport/Sport+ modes). Automatic Start/Stop.

Tezo · 05-21-2019, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by pokerface

the 2013s saw the introduction of the Driver Experience switch (Eco, Comfort, and Sport/Sport+ modes). Automatic Start/Stop.

Thank you, I didn't realize that. Very helpful!

oVeRdOsE. · 05-21-2019, 10:54 AM

also 2012 to 2013, N55 get the electronic waste gate actuator.

But not all 2013 got it. Some early 2013 still got the mechanical actuator.

from my reading there's not much to worry about, electronic seems a bit more reliable, and flash tune won't be the same.

Tezo · 05-24-2019, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by oVeRdOsE.

also 2012 to 2013, N55 get the electronic waste gate actuator.

But not all 2013 got it. Some early 2013 still got the mechanical actuator.

from my reading there's not much to worry about, electronic seems a bit more reliable, and flash tune won't be the same.

Is the reliability of both years about the same?

najnad · 05-27-2019, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by pokerface

the 2013s saw the introduction of the Driver Experience switch (Eco, Comfort, and Sport/Sport+ modes). Automatic Start/Stop.

2011 & 2012 have Comfort/Sport/Sport+ modes, just no Eco due to no Auto Start/Stop (which I would disable anyway).

najnad · 05-27-2019, 08:21 PM

2013 the power tailgate was standard, but only an option in 2011 and 2012.

Tezo · 05-28-2019, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by najnad

Quote:

Originally Posted by pokerface

the 2013s saw the introduction of the Driver Experience switch (Eco, Comfort, and Sport/Sport+ modes). Automatic Start/Stop.

2011 & 2012 have Comfort/Sport/Sport+ modes, just no Eco due to no Auto Start/Stop (which I would disable anyway).

Good to know, I'm not crazy about that feature either (start/stop). Also, being that I want the turbo I'm not sure how much or why I would run it in eco mode anyway. Maybe 2012 is the year for me to go with, should be a bit cheaper than a 13.

oVeRdOsE. · 05-28-2019, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Tezo

Is the reliability of both years about the same?

Search for EWG and PWG (electronic, pneumatic waste gate).

Not much info on reliability, I read once that the electronic might be better since it wont leak.

One thing for sure, electronic allow a better control for engine tune.

pokerface · 05-28-2019, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by najnad

2011 & 2012 have Comfort/Sport/Sport+ modes, just no Eco due to no Auto Start/Stop (which I would disable anyway).

ah my mistake! We saw it on the 28i in 2013 when the N20 engine was brought on.

rirrgang · 05-29-2019, 10:46 AM

I think if you want a non-turbo 6, 2012 was the last year.

CalCarNut · 05-31-2019, 07:07 PM

Yup..everyone says the 2012 N52 is bulletproof and NA and it's proven to be pretty reliable so far.

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