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      03-10-2020, 01:58 AM   #24
Benjamin_Nicholas
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Originally Posted by NewM3driver View Post
Last time I dropped off my M3 I had an X5 as a loaner. That vehicle definitely needs to be M sported and active dampers to the max. In standard 6 cylinder form it is pretty soft and floaty.
I mean, it's a very heavy car. 5k lbs, give or take.

You're spot on though. Without the right suspension, the stock X5 does feel mushy... Like a basic soccer mom hauler.

However, the new X5M, that's a BEAST and a lot of fun to drive.
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