[Strykaas]

Which one would you chose and why ?

[rayg]

428i, I'd want my sporty looking car to at least perform like it's sporty too.

[s0nu]

Originally Posted by rayg

428i, I'd want my sporty looking car to at least perform like it's sporty too.

+1. Would go for the better engine

[OC40]

MSport all day. You can always tune the engine later.

[Strykaas]

OK. What kind of sportiness will I miss with the Lounge version ?
Is "adaptive suspension" that useful ? Will my ride be too soft (read much body roll) ?
I also understand I will be able to get the "401" 19'' wheels only, which are not the best looking though... What's more they cost a lot (1500 eur).
I don't need gps nor fancy electronics, nor aluminium inserts, ...
Will I see that big a difference in terms of performance between the 428i & the 420i ?

[Strykaas]

Originally Posted by OC40

MSport all day. You can always tune the engine later.

Many people do that indeed. But are the brakes / clutch / ... really suited for that 60-70 HP increase ?

[Math]

Originally Posted by Strykaas

Many people do that indeed. But are the breaks / clutch / ... really suited for that 60-70 HP increase ?

I find this a point of concern also. I think you should leave the engine as is, no tuning. If only for insurance and warranty reasons alone.. I you want a higher powered car, get it from the start! If you cant get both the high power and the looks, and you find both equally important, save some more money and buy it a year later.
Its not always about getting everything instantly in life. Sometimes it pays to wait just a little bit longer

[OC40]

Originally Posted by Strykaas

Many people do that indeed. But are the breaks / clutch / ... really suited for that 60-70 HP increase ?

I'm not sure. I have a 335, but I would prefer a 320 MSport over a 328 non-MSport. I plan on installing the MPPK soon, but that is covered under warranty.

[PrinceBarin]

Drive both and I think you'll find the decision far easier. For me it's about the entire experience, not just what happens when I hit the throttle, which is why I am prepared to compromise a little on the engine in favour of a properly loaded car.

That said, there is a world of difference between the 420i and 428i (much more so than between, say, the 428i and the 435i) so I think you need to try both. You may find that, with so much extra performance, you care far less about the vehicles exterior trim.

Having said all that, I think M Sport makes the 4 series look fantastic and I wouldn't have ordered mine without it.

[Sabo]

M Sport definitely, I've driven both and the power difference isn't that massive as some might suggest especially in real life every day driving. The 335i is a different league just like the 6cylinder diesel to the 4pot(I've driven those as well).Hardly ever could enjoy anything more powerful engine but the look(interior+exterior) is important for the everyday experience. You can still have plenty of fun in the 320i, I had 3liter 6pot diesel m sport e90 prior to my current car and I don't regret the change. A 335i m sport would be nice one day thought

[glangford]

428