09-19-2018, 02:55 PM | #1 |
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Own a 2015 328i xDrive - 2018 330i xDrive Loaner Impressions
I own a basically stock 2015 328i xDrive (N26) with 30k miles. Only upgrades are staggered 18" wheels with Hankook Ventus V12's.
Got rear breaks done a few days ago and was given a 2018 330i xDrive sportline as a loaner and I have to say, it was disappointing. The steering feel, road feel, throttle response, accelleration and overall driving experience was just not on par with my 2015. I assumed that the car felt sloppy because it was a beater/loaner being driven on Boston streets, but it only had 3200 miles on it. Surely it couldn't have been that badly beaten up in such a short period of time (maybe I'm wrong). The car probably needed an alignment but it didn't even feel like a BMW imo. I also thought the extended dash display was standard on 2015+ models, but I guess I was wrong. The 2018 had the analog MPG needle and it made the 2018 feel older than my 2015. There were a few upsides - Had the super cool LED headlights, paddle shifters and the sport seats with the adjustable bolsters - I need those seats. But after a day of driving, I was more than happy to get back into my 2015. |
09-20-2018, 06:49 AM | #3 |
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2015 - F30 2018 = F30.
Aren't they essentially the same car? |
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09-20-2018, 09:25 AM | #4 |
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You are not used to the different engine and summer tires vs all seasons.
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Apparently the B48 seems to have more turbo lag, but a stronger top end. |
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09-20-2018, 03:43 PM | #7 |
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Drives: '02 M Coupe - '19 F31 330ix
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These are some of the changes from pre-LCI to LCI:
> Re-tuned power steering > New front struts > Uprated rear dampers > 5 point mounting (opposed to three) > Revised 8 speed gearbox > Front LED's and design changes to rear's > Upgraded interior materials > Slightly different rear and front bumpers And other factors come into play with what tires comes with your package and whether or not your car has VSS.
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