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08-23-2013, 09:23 PM | #1 |
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X5M and X3 M sport comparison, am I wrong with this idea?
So recently I got a 35i X3 M sport, with the Dynamic Handling package, and basically all of the options. (Including all of the performance ones)
I had also looked at some pre-owned X5M's, and have driven a few on test drives and driven a friend's X6M on a longer basis. OK, obviously the X5M has a lot more power and is faster, plus it's an X5 and larger. Having that out of the way, I feel that the X3 35i M sport has a very close family resemblance to the X5M. The seating position, steering feel, suspension feel when in sport+, and especially the sounds from the turbo. (Like that pop you get on upshift) The X5M is heavier and the exhaust is a bit muted, but I really do feel like the X3 drives in a similar fashion. Do you guys think I am far off? Obviously the X5M is faster, and it does most likely handle a bit better - but in sporty driving on a daily drive, it shares a good deal of the characteristics of the X5M. It makes sense, as it is tuned to a sporty fashion as well. (The X3 is...the transmission is quick, suspension and steering very tight in sport+, etc) |
08-23-2013, 11:21 PM | #2 |
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Really??!!!
What you are saying is like comparing a Loaded Mercedes GLK, to a Loaded ML63 AMG. While I am sure they might share some similar characteristics(as all cars and suv's do) but apples to oranges(or in this case apples to durian!!)
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08-24-2013, 12:09 AM | #3 |
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Only you would know if you're far off or not mate. It's very subjective. I personally think that's great feedback when an X3 M Sport can give you an X5M experience.
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08-24-2013, 03:48 PM | #5 |
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No offense - you cannot compare the 2 trucks.
It's like a minor league team vs the Pro team. It's wild that you thought they were similar
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I guess it is subjective - I think part of it has to do with the x5m being more subdued and quiet, and the similarities with both being turbo.
When I drove a e92 M3, it was a huge difference from my 335i. The exhaust was amazing and the car just responded instantly. I just didn't get that feeling from the x5m vs the x3 35i m sport as much. Anyone driven both? |
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Yeah - of course in M mode. I think the thing with the X5M, is that while it does have tremendous performance, it's not really "in your face" and visceral like other M cars have been in the past. (The same can be said about the new M5, M6, etc)
Due to the nature of the turbo engine, and the fact it's a big SUV - I think a lot of that performance gets masked under this veil, and while it is going very fast - you don't get as much driver feedback about the intensity of it all. |
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M mode behaves different in X5M compared to M sedans..if you really want to feel the power then press M button and then shift the gear to Sport
I moved from ML63 AMG to X5M and was not happy with the acceleration as I thought the M mode takes care of everything..then one day while in M mode, I shifted the gear in Sport..and then I warped 4 seconds into the future
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08-28-2013, 08:10 PM | #10 |
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You sure all the M settings were set to sport etc? Its kinda sad that you couldn't see a noticeable difference between the two trucks especially considering all the extra hardware you get on the x5m. I do agree that the x5m masks how fast you are truly going in stock form, with a tune that problem is addressed IMO. Good for the x3 I guess...
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OP, I see what you're saying... they aren't WAY different. The X3 M-sport is a very good looking SAV (other than the headlamps LOL). I expect that by the time the next body style comes out - if they fix the headlamp look - it will be awesome. I have two X5s but I like the size and more nimble nature of the X3... just not the looks and some of the cheaper interior components. If they beefed up the luxury a bit more like the new X5 interior, it would be a winner.
Comparing it to the X5M though is a bit of a stretch... more like comparing the X3 m-sport to the X5 m-sport. If they made an X3M that would have probably sealed the deal for me!
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