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      07-27-2015, 04:43 AM   #9
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Originally Posted by Polo08816 View Post
Well, I would argue that the xDrive isn't doing exactly what I would want. I would like to see the xDrive have the ability to actively torque vector between left and right wheels of at least the rear axle. Similar to the Audi S4's Quattro.

xDrive is great in inclement weather, but it isn't a "performance AWD system" until it can do the above.
BMW have marketed xDrive in the 3-series as an 'all-weather' vehicle rather than a performance drive. Ride height and suspension options being real indicators of the intended marketplace.

I guess future M-cars may get the full works, with torque vectoring like the X5/6 M models.

Not sure BMW have xDrive as a priority for performance 3/4 series at present. Could change I suppose, as they are missing a trick with Audi out there taking potential sales.

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