07-30-2014, 10:45 AM | #1 |
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Adaptive M Suspension..Is it needed?
Honest question, do we really need the Adaptive M Suspension added on to the "M" model? You woulda thought the M Suspension would be automatically included but its an extra 1k just. Basically i want to know what the difference is between the Adaptive M Suspension and the stock suspension that comes with the car.
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07-30-2014, 10:49 AM | #3 |
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For those that don't care about these things it's just a gadget. If you really don't track the car and intend only to use it as a DD then don't get it, but in the grand scheme of things, what's a grand out of eighty??
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07-30-2014, 10:53 AM | #4 |
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Standard in the UK- could I live without it, probably but I could also live without the HUD, upgraded stereo, 19 inch wheels............the list goes on.
If you like being able to make the suspension softer and more comfortable than the standard suspension and also firmer than the standard suspension then you need it. I believe the standard suspension is set between sport and sport +.
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http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...light=adaptive Racer20's review basically made me order the adaptive m suspension. |
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My wife's Golf GTI also has adaptive suspension, and again, it comes highly recommended. |
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If you want the car to automatically adapt to varying conditions and driving styles, Adaptive M is the way to go. If you like consistency, for better or worse, the "standard" suspension is quite capable.
There's a nice interview on m-power with one of the chassis engineers talking about the suspension and he goes into the Adaptive M vs Stock. Quick excerpt below: Quote:
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07-30-2014, 11:27 AM | #11 |
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I passed on it. I am buying a sports car. I would have had it in sport + all the time anyways. After putting around in a land yacht aka 535i I can't wait to feel the bumps. I'll spend my 1k in Cabo San Lucas.
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I think its pretty clear that most people do not fully undertand what adaptive suspension is it is not simply a switch between modes, its an active suspension system a la PASM from Porsche. I ordered it as it is incredible technology, and makes a big difference on p cars, hopefully the same on the m3. |
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Not nice when you're on a bumpy undulating road with poor surface trying to drive fast though- in these conditions the car will be faster and more controllable with suspension in comfort. Don't assume sport + is the fastest suspension setting - depends on the road.
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Remember- you will not have the stiffer Sport + on your car without the adaptive suspension so if you really want it to feel stiff and feel the bumps like you said yould be wise to order it!
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So...
Standard Suspension = no button next to shifter on center console Adaptive M = button next to shifter that lets you pick Comfort, Sport, Sport+ ?
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07-30-2014, 12:37 PM | #21 |
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Like it or not the M3/4 aims to be the best all around car, not pure sports car. The adjustability of the suspension along with steering, throttle, etc work together towards this end. I would get the M adaptive. It allows you to go from cush to stiff and you do feel the difference.
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07-30-2014, 01:22 PM | #22 |
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Correct!
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