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11-21-2013, 05:42 PM | #92 |
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228 Active Hybrid
I've been thinking that a 228 active Hybrid might be pretty cool.
- The 4 cyl would be light and balanced - A torque boost from the electric motor would mask any turbo lag. - The 4 cyl would get good gas mileage, at least better than the 6 cyl active hybrid. |
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11-24-2013, 03:58 PM | #93 | |
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But that brings me to my next point - I don't think BMW has made an AH for the coupes to date, so I wouldn't hold my breath on this. |
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12-29-2013, 11:22 AM | #94 |
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I have to agree that the 228i is a better deal. The M235i is loaded with options that I personally do not want (sunroof, adaptive dampers, variable sport steering), so it is easier to get a car closer to my liking. Also the N20 has more than enough power already, and it is lighter at the front end and should be more nimble as a result.
Currently in an E90 335i (N55), and looking forward to a 228i when they become available. Surprisingly, I won't miss the N55, though I still miss the N52 which I had previously. |
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12-29-2013, 02:30 PM | #95 |
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Is the N55 really that bad? What is it that you dislike about it? I thought is a more reliable N54 but with less modding options
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12-29-2013, 03:22 PM | #96 |
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My gripes with the N55 are mostly related to the throttle and the engine drone. There's always a delay before any throttle action registers, either when applying the throttle, or lifting off. The second annoyance with the throttle is the map. It's completely non-linear. 25% pedal travel feels like it is 75% throttle. A friend who has the COBB tune mentioned that COBB do a linear throttle, which is a lot nicer, but stock is awful. These two combined make driving a manual transmission a chore, not a pleasure.
My other hate relates to the E90 exhaust. The drone from 1800-3000 rpm is horrible when under load is wearing, and it's right in the everyday driving range. Luckily it's quiet on the highway. For the rear drive E90 N55 BMW did not include secondary cats, and there is no resonator, just a fairly straight pipe and 2 mufflers, and I think this is the cause. Apparently it's supposed to be like that. My car may be a one off, but I have test driven an F30 335i, and there was much less drone, but it still would drone, so maybe it's inherent. My final complaint is that it doesn't even sound great at high revs compared to a BMW inline-6 of old. I will try a 235i, but I doubt I will go for one as I think I am more suited to the N20. |
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