07-08-2020, 12:46 PM | #1 |
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G20 vs. F30 Base Suspension
Guys, my 2017 330i lease is coming due in less than 2 months. I do like the car, but there are 2 things I really think should be better:
1) Too much body roll in corners 2) Car does not absorb road impacts well. Also, the car will bump-steer when going around curves with small bumps. Can any one tell me whether the G20 improves markedly in these areas (with runflats)? |
07-08-2020, 09:27 PM | #2 | |
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I don't have the adaptive suspension and did regret it at first but I've come to really enjoy the road feedback I get through the chassis. If you're main concern is a smooth ride then I'd highly recommend the adaptive M suspension. However base passive suspension in the M340 is still way better than that on the F30 I had. I'll let others comment if they desire on the adaptive suspension. Hope this helps!
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07-08-2020, 09:54 PM | #3 |
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I have a 330 with the passive m sport suspension and 19 RFT. I drove a 330 with the non m sport passive suspension which was much softer and smoother over rough pavement but not as connected. I have not driven the adaptive suspension except during a one of the performance events at the track, so no idea what it’s like day to day.
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I have an extended test drive scheduled for Friday. I want to see how the 330i behaves over roads I'm very familiar with. I did get an msport loaner some time ago but it road too busy for me, although it was less jittery than the F30 msport.
It's a shame that dealers don't stock cars with conventional tires or the adaptive suspension since they both seem to increase ride quality. |
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One of the things BMW did was give the rear dampers more travel before hitting the bump stops. I'm sure that's a significant part of the ride comfort improvement.
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