[Auricom]

Originally Posted by UltraDave

Does the dynamic handling package have stiffer springs than the regular adaptive suspension? Or is it just active rollbars and 4 wheel steering?

DHP? It's the later:

1. Adaptive M suspension Professional
2. EARS (electronic active roll suspension)
3. GHAS (M electromechanical rear differential lock)
4. IAS (integral active steering)

The vehicle kinematics (handling, springs) and elastokinematics (bushings, dampers) for the wheel suspension, independent suspension and damping settings are model specific - 40i, 50i, M50i.

TLDR; DHP doesn't include the prior, it's the model that determines the model specific tuning.

Currently DHP is only available on the M50i. Optioning, DHP adds more to the vehicle dynamics specifically in significantly reducing body roll, sportier dampening, additional traction with rear differential, higher speed agility and low speed maneuverability with IAS.

[UltraDave]

When they call it adaptive M suspension it’s not really the same X5 M suspension right? It’s just called that so it sounds good for marketing?

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by UltraDave

When they call it adaptive M suspension it's not really the same X5 M suspension right? It's just called that so it sounds good for marketing?

That's correct, it's not the same as the X5 M suspension. Well ja it's bit of "M" marketing (versus ///M marketing) but there's truth to the marketing.

Many BMW enthusiasts who prioritize sportier handling or adaptive driving dynamics will option the adaptive suspension over the base.

2VF Adaptive M suspension (standard on 40i with M Sport package and standard on M50i) offers a modified suspension and damping characteristics compared to the basic chassis and suspension via Driving Experience Control - (Comfort, Sport, Adaptive modes). The Sport driving mode offers a sportier damping ride.

2VW Adaptive M suspension Professional chassis and suspension package upgrades 2VF and influences more on the cornering behavior of the X5 by working in conjunction with ARS and VDP (verticals dynamic platform). It provides a significant reduction in the roll angle of the body during cornering and neutral driving with low understeering tendencies. The increase in driving dynamics doesn't come at the expense of driving comfort.

[UltraDave]

Originally Posted by Auricom

That's correct, it's not the same as the X5 M suspension. Well ja it's bit of "M" marketing (versus ///M marketing) but there's truth to the marketing.

Many BMW enthusiasts who prioritize sportier handling or adaptive driving dynamics will option the adaptive suspension over the base.

2VF Adaptive M suspension (standard on 40i with M Sport package and standard on M50i) offers a modified suspension and damping characteristics compared to the basic chassis and suspension via Driving Experience Control - (Comfort, Sport, Adaptive modes). The Sport driving mode offers a sportier damping ride.

2VW Adaptive M suspension Professional chassis and suspension package upgrades 2VF and influences more on the cornering behavior of the X5 by working in conjunction with ARS and VDP (verticals dynamic platform). It provides a significant reduction in the roll angle of the body during cornering and neutral driving with low understeering tendencies. The increase in driving dynamics doesn't come at the expense of driving comfort.

So do you think that the springs on a 40i are the same as an 40i M sport, and likewise 50i has the same springs as the M50i? Then the real difference is in the electronic shocks, rollbars, and electronic differential?

[Auricom]

Originally Posted by UltraDave

So do you think that the springs on a 40i are the same as an 40i M sport, and likewise 50i has the same springs as the M50i? Then the real difference is in the electronic shocks, rollbars, and electronic differential?

Reviewing the various front/rear suspension part numbers on Bimmercat, I was able to discern the following between 40i xLine standard suspension and 40i M Sport with 2VF Adaptive M:

1. Same front/rear spring struts
2. Differing front stabilizers
3. Same rear stabilizers
4. Front axle wishbone, tension strut are identical with the exception of the vibration wishbone absorber which varies based on wheel size option eg 20, 21, 22
5. Rear axle identical and varies whether or not 40i xLine is optioned with Offroad Package (includes M rear differential).

Between 50i and 2020 M50i (2VF standard) - they’re all different parts - front spring struts a different, stabilizers etc. The earlier 2019 50i with M Sport package (package no longer an option on 50i with M50i release) will be closer to 50i.

[PunsGalore]

Originally Posted by osteome

Thanks for the input! We added Air Suspension and Integral Active Steering to our 40i MSport build.

How’s reliability been? Thinking of ordering the 25’ 40i with air suspension

[Gladiator1972]

Originally Posted by Luminor513

I had the same thoughts and ultimately chose the 2 axle air suspension after test driving one at my local dealer that had the air suspension. In sport mode, the car lowers, and tightens up the suspension and it's more than enough "sport" for an SUV. In comfort mode, it's plush and compliant, but not overly floaty (not like a 1970's Cadillac) just more compliant than in sport. I think you will be very happy with the 2 axle air suspension. Unfortunately I have not had any time with the m-adaptive Suspension which comes standard on msport package but there are plenty of members here that do that have suspension.

They need replacing after after 7 years

[Ckochese]

You can’t order an m sport 40i with the air suspension. It’s only available as a 25 model without m sport. Pick your pleasure, m sport looks or air suspension. Pretty disappointing honestly. I bought a 25 with m sport because it just looks better in my opinion. That being said, I wish it had air.