Suggestions for improvements to the M3/M4

[SteveSpy]

Originally Posted by BEMR

OK now that we're on this, turn signals should ALWAYS be visible from HUD also. You use to be able to code in but I don't think you can do that anymore that even sucks which tells me that that option isn't available anywhere.

I tried coding it and I was successful in seeing it in the software program, I made the change and it never worked once I saved the settings. It really sucks.

First world problems...

[BEMR]

Originally Posted by slowie

Air con seats....

Had that in a 640i in 2012 awesome to say the least

[slowie]

Originally Posted by BEMR

Had that in a 640i in 2012 awesome to say the least

Absolutely..... I have them in my Landcruiser and it regularly gets to 40+ degrees here.

M3 gets a bit sweaty..... lol

[drburton]

Picked up my 2018 M4 about a month ago and I absolutely love the car. So much fun to drive. However, I have some minor gripes with basic functionality that BMW could easily remedy. Some of these may have solutions I'm just not aware of, but here is the list so far:

• The sound system can’t automatically change between Bluetooth and USB without changing settings for phone. I now leave mine with Bluetooth off for better quality music.
• BMW Connected opens automatically when you plug the phone in USB and it blocks you from playing music etc, until you apply your fingerprint for the app to open or alternatively close the app.
• If you use Pandora or have it open on phone, then switch to USB as source, the menu is showing Pandora options instead of switching to the navigation for music on the phone. Have to manually close Pandora then go back to Phone (Note Pandora is listed as separate source but still shows up under phone source as well)
• Park Distance control does not engage automatically when you get close to an object moving in the forward direction – have to press the button
• Don’t think there is a way to sync the temperatures for the climate system, have to adjust each side individually.
• Can’t adjust the default driving settings, so manage around that using the M1 and M2 buttons.
• Since most people mount phone on dash, why is the USB all the way in glove compartment, should be one closer to dash (in front of cup holders)
• The heated steering wheel button is less than optimal, have to search around steering column while driving – why not have it on dash like heated seats

Also, CarPlay sucks but that is a whole separate conversation.

[DeliAhjusshi]

Option to set default driver settings on startup

Option for both heated and cooled seats

Better quality exterior paint (more coats)

Thicker windshield glass

[SpeedN8]

Originally Posted by SteveSpy

Two things to say about the F80/F82 that are negative:

1) No A/C Sync button

2) No seat belt height adjustment

Other than that, kudos to you guys. These are easy fixes, I would most definitely consider them when your next model refresh comes around.

The absense of a Sync button on my '18 M4 drives me CRAZY! Hell, the Honda's at my office have a damn Sync button... they don't have quite as much torque though.

[gatorfast]

Originally Posted by SpeedN8

The absense of a Sync button on my '18 M4 drives me CRAZY! Hell, the Honda's at my office have a damn Sync button... they don't have quite as much torque though.

I agree, I like the sync button as do most with symmetry preferences.

The better question is, who actually uses the dual zone climate control? This came into popularity in the last 10 years or so and seemed neat at first but in practicality, why would two people sitting right next to each other have materially different needs in terms of temperature? If the car is hot, chances are everyone in the car is hot and will want some nice cold AC, vice versa if it is cold. Simply shutting a vent or aiming it differently can account for slightly different preferences. But has anyone actually had their side blowing frigid air while the passenger has the heat turned on, actually utilizing the dual zones? I know thats never happened in my car nor anyone else I have ever driven with...

[M4Now!]

Originally Posted by gatorfast

I agree, I like the sync button as do most with symmetry preferences.

The better question is, who actually uses the dual zone climate control? This came into popularity in the last 10 years or so and seemed neat at first but in practicality, why would two people sitting right next to each other have materially different needs in terms of temperature? If the car is hot, chances are everyone in the car is hot and will want some nice cold AC, vice versa if it is cold. Simply shutting a vent or aiming it differently can account for slightly different preferences. But has anyone actually had their side blowing frigid air while the passenger has the heat turned on, actually utilizing the dual zones? I know thats never happened in my car nor anyone else I have ever driven with...

Interesting, we use it all the time. My wife and daughters prefer way diff temps than me, so our zones are different close to 100% of the time.

Cheers