Debating X5 50i sport package vs m sport package

[PIEZON]

The 20" wheels that come on the sport package are awesome! The m sport 20" are nice but don't seem to excite me enough. The m sport accents are awesome though.

[Shiftinggearz]

Both versions are great, however I feel that the painted trim looks stellar and really adds to the vehicle. Unfortunately, I do not have pics on this computer, however If you go into the thread "SHOE ME PICS OF YOUR X5" you will see mine. I vote for the M PKG. You cannot go wrong. Good luck in your decsion.

[AwesomeM3]

Originally Posted by Shiftinggearz

Both versions are great, however I feel that the painted trim looks stellar and really adds to the vehicle. Unfortunately, I do not have pics on this computer, however If you go into the thread "SHOE ME PICS OF YOUR X5" you will see mine. I vote for the M PKG. You cannot go wrong. Good luck in your decsion.

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[PIEZON]

Originally Posted by Shiftinggearz

Both versions are great, however I feel that the painted trim looks stellar and really adds to the vehicle. Unfortunately, I do not have pics on this computer, however If you go into the thread "SHOE ME PICS OF YOUR X5" you will see mine. I vote for the M PKG. You cannot go wrong. Good luck in your decsion.

Thank you for your feedback!

[Shiftinggearz]

You bet. Keep us posted on your decision. Look forward to the pics of the finished product.

[richard in NC]

I orginaly wanted to order a 50i with Sport Activity to get the Vermillion Red, a heated wheel and a few other items I thought I preferred over the M Sport. But a white M Sport looked soo good I bought it off the lot.

[263464757]

IMO the Sport Pac only looks good with the darker colors (grey's and blacks)because the dark grey wheel arches blend better with the paint.

For me, I liked the 336 wheels with the sport and I wanted the running boards(useless but i like the look) which are only offered with the sport.

Also I think the Sport Pac give's it a "sporty look" vs the "refined look" of the M Pac.

just my opinion!

[Kloogy]

I had the same dilemma but with the 35i. I opted for the Sport package because I also wanted Black, and I had read about issues people had with road debris kicking up and messing up the finish. The only thing I wish I had from the M package is their front bumper. Otherwise, I am cometely satisfied with what I got. Good luck with your choice ! Can't really go wrong with either.

[PIEZON]

Originally Posted by richard in NC

I orginaly wanted to order a 50i with Sport Activity to get the Vermillion Red, a heated wheel and a few other items I thought I preferred over the M Sport. But a white M Sport looked soo good I bought it off the lot.

I am sure it looked awesome in the lot. That always happens when you see it face to face! Thank you for the insight!

[PIEZON]

Originally Posted by 263464757

IMO the Sport Pac only looks good with the darker colors (grey's and blacks)because the dark grey wheel arches blend better with the paint.

For me, I liked the 336 wheels with the sport and I wanted the running boards(useless but i like the look) which are only offered with the sport.

Also I think the Sport Pac give's it a "sporty look" vs the "refined look" of the M Pac.

just my opinion!

Yes I agree the black and gray do look great! Yes it does have a more sport look while m is more refined. Good points. Thank you!

[PIEZON]

Originally Posted by Kloogy

I had the same dilemma but with the 35i. I opted for the Sport package because I also wanted Black, and I had read about issues people had with road debris kicking up and messing up the finish. The only thing I wish I had from the M package is their front bumper. Otherwise, I am cometely satisfied with what I got. Good luck with your choice ! Can't really go wrong with either.

Yes I know that front profile is aggressive looking. You probably think I'm crazy but the m door sills, steering wheel and foot rest are hard to give up too!

[NJTurnpikeX5]

i went with the sport (w/ aerokit) for the ff (listed in random order):
- heated steering wheel
- prefer 336 wheels
- prefer aerokit look (esp front but not so much rear)
- need running boards for kids and bad back
- don't want to be viewed as a poser by the X5M brethren (no offense to those w/ m sport - just my opinion)
- chipping issues w/ m sport

My first post btw

[swamyg1]

Originally Posted by NJTurnpikeX5

i went with the sport (w/ aerokit) for the ff (listed in random order):
- heated steering wheel
- prefer 336 wheels
- prefer aerokit look (esp front but not so much rear)
- need running boards for kids and bad back
- don't want to be viewed as a poser by the X5M brethren (no offense to those w/ m sport - just my opinion)
- chipping issues w/ m sport

My first post btw

Do you have any pics you can post? I'm interested in checking out the sport with 336 wheels and aero kit!

Btw, I have a plat grey x50i sport with 336's. I think it looks awesome!!!

[NJTurnpikeX5]

Originally Posted by swamyg1

Do you have any pics you can post? I'm interested in checking out the sport with 336 wheels and aero kit!

Btw, I have a plat grey x50i sport with 336's. I think it looks awesome!!!

Unfortunately not yet - car was ordered 3 weeks ago - can't wait. Have a body shop (affiliated w/ BMW) lined up to do the aerokit paint and install so hopefully can share some pics soon. will de doing a fair amount of mods so give me a week or so after delivery.

i am sure they look great, we have a space grey 09 with the 214s and i find the 336 similar in style.

That said, i love the body color flares of the m-sport.

[PIEZON]

Originally Posted by NJTurnpikeX5

i went with the sport (w/ aerokit) for the ff (listed in random order):
- heated steering wheel
- prefer 336 wheels
- prefer aerokit look (esp front but not so much rear)
- need running boards for kids and bad back
- don't want to be viewed as a poser by the X5M brethren (no offense to those w/ m sport - just my opinion)
- chipping issues w/ m sport

My first post btw

Thanks for these insights! I understand!

[PIEZON]

Originally Posted by NJTurnpikeX5

Unfortunately not yet - car was ordered 3 weeks ago - can't wait. Have a body shop (affiliated w/ BMW) lined up to do the aerokit paint and install so hopefully can share some pics soon. will de doing a fair amount of mods so give me a week or so after delivery.

i am sure they look great, we have a space grey 09 with the 214s and i find the 336 similar in style.

That said, i love the body color flares of the m-sport.

I'd love to see pics too!

[PIEZON]

Originally Posted by NJTurnpikeX5

i went with the sport (w/ aerokit) for the ff (listed in random order):
- heated steering wheel
- prefer 336 wheels
- prefer aerokit look (esp front but not so much rear)
- need running boards for kids and bad back
- don't want to be viewed as a poser by the X5M brethren (no offense to those w/ m sport - just my opinion)
- chipping issues w/ m sport

My first post btw

It seems like the 20" wheels are more pronounced with the sculpted rear versus the m sport rear which seems to engulf them.