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I test drove the 63s coupe. It was fun a lot of fun for a spin, but it felt like too much for a daily driver. I found the exhaust to sound amazing, but would become way to much for longer drives, when I just want to cruise. I like that the X3M can be mellow when you aren't driving aggressively. Not sure about the suv, but also wasn't digging the interior very much.
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Where will you be driving the car? If it’s normal daily use, the 500+ HP is sure to be more than enough to put a huge smile on your face driving around :-) Every day I get in my car and I’m like “wow! i love this car!” And I’ve been driving manual sports cars for the past 10 years, only switched to an SUV for practicality (having a family), and don’t regret it for one second. |
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01-18-2020, 10:22 AM | #25 |
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I can't speak to the TH, but we've had SRT GCs. They're really fast in a straight line, but the always felt like big tanks to me. The Spousal Unit even chipped mine, so it was a blast to blow off kids (& others) who thought they'd fly by & cut off this middle-aged woman at traffic lights, but that was it.
I like the size of the X3 far better - the GC is more X5 sized to me, which is a hair bigger than I want at as a daily driver. Fit & finish were nice, but not as nice the BMWs. I had mine for about a year, before I decided that I was happiest with a German car. Don't miss it. Editing to add, that for me, 0-60 time will never be the overriding factor in a vehicle purchase. Yes, HP & torque are important, but they're one a piece of the puzzle. Fit, finish, comfort ride, handling & overall aesthetics are all very important to me. Yes, there'll always be cars that go faster than mine. That's fine. I want a more complete package than that.
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01-18-2020, 11:12 AM | #27 |
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The GLC63 was one of the cars I seriously considered along with the X3/4M before choosing the Jaguar F-Pace SVR. In comparison to the X3M, the GLC wins in power delivery, sound and ride comfort. Appearance is not worth debating since it is highly subjective. The GLC63’s look (in both suv and coupe form) was a significant reason I did not choose it (similar consideration with the X3/4M). The tech in the BMW is better, as is (likely) at the limit handling. The MB and BMW are much more similar to each other than to the Jeep, which is just a different design exercise. Nearly 100k for it seems very high.
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01-18-2020, 11:45 AM | #28 |
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Since the TH is an option for you, you should take a look at the X5 M50i with a twin turbo V8. Very similar to TH price - and sizewise. A tad slower than TH, but much much better car in terms of quality, tech, and luxury.
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https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...l-test-review/
TrackHawk zero to 60mph in 3.5 and 12.0 at 115mph 1/4 mile by C&D. |
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https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...mw-x3-m-drive/
X3MC Zero to 60mph in 3.3 and 11.6 at 119mph n the 1/4 mile by C&D. Last edited by onfireX5; 01-18-2020 at 06:53 PM.. |
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01-18-2020, 08:10 PM | #32 |
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I will say the TH HK sound system is far superior to the BMW HK system. This isn't even close. Also from what I have seen/experienced, fit and finish is just a bit better on the BMW than the Grand Cherokee.
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you must be pretty lucky to live somewhere where people can drag at lights all the time. I’m pretty jealous cause I use my power to weave around slow people all the time... |
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How about throwing an older X5M in that mix. I think that is a closer comparison to the TH.
As others have mentioned the premium stereo in the Jeeps blows the HK in BMWs away.. but for $20k you could just get some subs. One thing that I didn't like about the jeeps is that too much is buried in the screen.. like climate and heated seats. I'm not sure if they're still that way or not. Also something to note is that you can code BMWs and as far as I know you can't do that with Jeeps. |
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Hands down get the BMW especially for 20k less.
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01-29-2020, 02:10 PM | #41 |
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Very nice, as a Trackhawk owner, I would buy the BMW XM3 everyday if size wasn't an issue. You made the correct decision. Service through Jeep sucks, it rides like a truck BUT it digs hard and puts a smile on everyones face. That said, if I could sell mine without taking huge loss, I would. I will never buy another Jeep product.
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I HATED the purchase and pickup experience (this alone would make me never buy a Jeep or FCA product), general service has been ok at best and it rides like a truck. If you were to join a Jeep forum you will see many hate FCA and the experience. Especially from people coming from other brands. I think I've found myself liking a little more refinement and speed - I switched from a X5 50i. I do like the interface much better than BMW's. It so easy to use. Other dislikes, brake feel very soft, locking/unlocking doors is loud and unrefined, steering is heavy and a little disconnected. What it does have is pure adrenaline. It's a brute force machine and it sounds like it. 360 degree aural 'merica symphony. The TH gets a lot of attention, thumbs up, parking lot conversations, can I get a ride, etc. People love the SUV. With all this said, I love starting it, mashing the throttle and just going. I don't have regrets per se, I wanted to try something different and I am BUT I'd trade it for a X7 M50i if I could get the numbers to work. I lurk on this board because I'd like to buy my wife a X3M this summer when her warranty ends on her 340. Last edited by bjcarls; 01-30-2020 at 02:59 PM.. |
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