Comparison tests BMW X4 vs Porsche Macan

[rollo]

and the steering in a Panny or Cayenne is not much better than a Bimmer, if any.

It most certainly is.

 

[Zafiro]

I vote for driving dynamics but not when it comes down to SUVs. Here l look for something else, like space, practicality and design

 

[mini_cooper4]

I have owned 6 BMW's (3 and 5 series) in a row and I can tell you unequivocally that they have changed through the years quite a bit, regardless of options selected. My current 550i has all the sport options and it doesn't come close to earlier models in terms of feel. And that is in any mode, extra comfort, comfort, sport or sport plus. The steering is void of any feel and the suspension is either choppy or too soft depending on setting.

Call it what you will but the DNA has definitely been compromised. If that means they sell more cars, so be it. But they are no where near as sporty and fun to drive as they once were.

I confirm.

 

[klier]

It most certainly is.

Absolutely not.

 

[Sunny]

Reality is that almost every model has become more civil/usable/less raw over the generations - true for BMWs, Porsches, Ferraris, Lamborghinis...

ps. Nice poll, but what is it doing in this thread?

 

[rollo]

Absolutely not.

I saw that coming a mile away. Don't confuse weight vs. feel regarding steering. BMW does a good job in the weight department, not feel.

 

[klier]

Mind I compare a Porsche with a BMW M, not a regular Bimmer..

There's no feeling left with the electric systems anyways..

 

[Zafiro]

There's no feeling left with the electric systems anyways..

Cough cough! Fiesta ST. Surely electric systems is not like the old days but it aint rubbish. Not if its done properly.