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      09-29-2016, 07:03 PM   #1
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BMW M Performance Active Sound exhaust system

If anyone is interested to upgrade stock exhaust system.

The sound of sport. With the exhaust system Active Sound, for the first time, a premium quality sports exhaust system is available for diesel vehicles. Individually controllable: ECO PRO and COMFORT with a rich sound for everyday driving, SPORT and SPORT+ for a full sound experience and maximum excitement.

For BMW 318d, 320d, 325d, 330d, 335d, 418d, 420d, 425d, 430d, 435d.

http://www.bmw.co.uk/en_GB/topics/di...IwU2Fsb29uIn0=
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It's just a 'fake exhaust' sound though right?

An aftermarket solution would be 100% better and alot cheaper for sure.

I know a guy online who converted to quads on his 320d I think, with a whole new exhaust system and it sounded actually really good.

Cost him around £400-500.
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Only £400-500 for a full exhaust system? Can you please let me know where i can buy one too?
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      09-29-2016, 07:24 PM   #4
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Also check this video at the end, for £1300 odd there isn't much of a difference.

Most videos on YT, show a difference but not really much for your money.

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I thought they would make lots of pops and crackles like AWE Tuning exhausts do... but no!!
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      09-30-2016, 02:02 AM   #6
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ACS do a sound module that sounds better but don't know if anyone has ever had it fitted!
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Does this need to be dealer fitted?
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      09-30-2016, 05:00 AM   #9
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I think that this sounds awesome for a x20 diesel? Sounds a bit like a flat 4 to my uneducated ears... ?
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      09-30-2016, 05:25 AM   #10
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Kufatec also do one. My mate had a Kufatec on his A6 BiTDi it sounded awesome.
https://www.kufatec.co.uk/shop/en/so...?tab=anleitung
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      09-30-2016, 05:27 AM   #11
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Judging by that video the sound difference from the driver seat will be non existent.
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      09-30-2016, 01:38 PM   #12
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Judging by that video the sound difference from the driver seat will be non existent.
Ive had the MPE for a couple of weeks now and all i can say is that i doubt you will get a better sounding system for diesels although it is quite pricey. I drove into my work car park the other day and someone who is a petrol head (has a GTR) said 'wow your car sounds awesome. Sounds like a v8 or v10 when you hear it coming past'!

Even from the inside ot the car it sounds brilliant. I had the ACS dual exhaust prior to this and whilst that looked good, sound wise there is no comparison. The ACS exhaust didnt sound that much different to stock to be honest whereas this one sounds like a serious piece of kit.

The videos dont do it justice, you need hear it in real life.
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Ive had the MPE for a couple of weeks now and all i can say is that i doubt you will get a better sounding system for diesels although it is quite pricey. I drove into my work car park the other day and someone who is a petrol head (has a GTR) said 'wow your car sounds awesome. Sounds like a v8 or v10 when you hear it coming past'!

Even from the inside ot the car it sounds brilliant. I had the ACS dual exhaust prior to this and whilst that looked good, sound wise there is no comparison. The ACS exhaust didnt sound that much different to stock to be honest whereas this one sounds like a serious piece of kit.

The videos dont do it justice, you need hear it in real life.
You have the exact product the OP is talking about?

What did it cost you and who fitted it?
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How much internal trim needs to be removed to install this?
Are we looking at a wiring harness to the front of the car or connections being picked up at the rear?
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Sounds not bad on the move but even more like a tractor at rest !!

Liked the tips though
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Here is a video of the Kufatec version fitted to a F30. There are 6 sounds which can be selected from the steering wheel.
https://www.sound-booster.com/en/sound.html
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For anyone interested I have found the BMW installation instructions for this kit (on a F30).
Exact part numbers are also shown listed.

In German, but Google translate works well to get an idea of what is involved.

Not DIY I don't think!
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      10-01-2016, 12:51 AM   #18
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You have the exact product the OP is talking about?

What did it cost you and who fitted it?
Yep the mpe active sound exhaust on a 330d.

I think its about £1600. Mine was done on insurance
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Yep the mpe active sound exhaust on a 330d.

I think its about £1600. Mine was done on insurance
Touring Edition exhausts + Performance mid pipe from AWE Tuning cost pretty much the same.

Exhausts from Milltek are pretty good to at least to my unprofessional ears. I am still thinking which one to get...

http://www.regalautosport.com/shop/b..._exhausts.html
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Wanted to add some more fresh info.

Just had this system installed to my F30 330d pre Facelifted model.

WOW

This exhaust is absolutely amazing.
Not only it looks so much better than standard exhaust on 330d

But the sound it produces is thrilling.

After installing M Performance power kit and Body kit,
The car looks was great and driving experience was great but lack of sound was making me thinking about a change.

This exhaust is a game changer!!

In comfort it sounds good. I can hear it outside and inside when acceleting. Sound very good and very classy.

On Sport it sounds fenomenal. Outside and inside it's brilliant.
Whoever thinks about it, go for it.
I can clearly hear it inside having my radio on and windows shut.
Outside it sounds like a proper V8 engine. 330d engine sounds really good and there is no hint of a diesel as soon as you drive off.
My mates can't believe how good it sounds.

LOVE IT!!

And it will get even louder after few weeks according to BMW service apparently as there is some fluid in it that needs some time to go through.

Can't wait lol

Just to add - I had an audi RS4 4.2 V8 with optional sport exhaust for over 3 months not so long ago and the sound my car makes now is nearly identical to the V8 RS4 exhaust!!
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      12-29-2016, 04:27 PM   #21
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Wanted to add some more fresh info.

Just had this system installed to my F30 330d pre Facelifted model.

WOW

This exhaust is absolutely amazing.
Not only it looks so much better than standard exhaust on 330d

But the sound it produces is thrilling.

After installing M Performance power kit and Body kit,
The car looks was great and driving experience was great but lack of sound was making me thinking about a change.

This exhaust is a game changer!!

In comfort it sounds good. I can hear it outside and inside when acceleting. Sound very good and very classy.

On Sport it sounds fenomenal. Outside and inside it's brilliant.
Whoever thinks about it, go for it.
I can clearly hear it inside having my radio on and windows shut.
Outside it sounds like a proper V8 engine. 330d engine sounds really good and there is no hint of a diesel as soon as you drive off.
My mates can't believe how good it sounds.

LOVE IT!!

And it will get even louder after few weeks according to BMW service apparently as there is some fluid in it that needs some time to go through.

Can't wait lol

Just to add - I had an audi RS4 4.2 V8 with optional sport exhaust for over 3 months not so long ago and the sound my car makes now is nearly identical to the V8 RS4 exhaust!!
Great to see another forum member with the MPE. Its bloody great and unless you hear it in person you just cant get across how good it sounds. Yes there is always going to be diesel clatter but i reckon the MPE is as good as it gets for dieselsd

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Quote:
Originally Posted by neo61uk View Post
Wanted to add some more fresh info.

Just had this system installed to my F30 330d pre Facelifted model.

WOW

This exhaust is absolutely amazing.
Not only it looks so much better than standard exhaust on 330d

But the sound it produces is thrilling.

After installing M Performance power kit and Body kit,
The car looks was great and driving experience was great but lack of sound was making me thinking about a change.

This exhaust is a game changer!!

In comfort it sounds good. I can hear it outside and inside when acceleting. Sound very good and very classy.

On Sport it sounds fenomenal. Outside and inside it's brilliant.
Whoever thinks about it, go for it.
I can clearly hear it inside having my radio on and windows shut.
Outside it sounds like a proper V8 engine. 330d engine sounds really good and there is no hint of a diesel as soon as you drive off.
My mates can't believe how good it sounds.

LOVE IT!!

And it will get even louder after few weeks according to BMW service apparently as there is some fluid in it that needs some time to go through.

Can't wait lol

Just to add - I had an audi RS4 4.2 V8 with optional sport exhaust for over 3 months not so long ago and the sound my car makes now is nearly identical to the V8 RS4 exhaust!!
How much did it cost you?
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