05-26-2020, 08:18 PM | #1 |
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Laser Headlight vs. LED
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I am in the market for a used G05. Given my budget, I realized that I will have many more choices if I opt out the laser headlight, which was a MUST to me. Wondering if anyone has done a comparison between the headlights? Honestly it just looks cool to me. Thanks, |
05-26-2020, 08:53 PM | #2 |
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Go with the lasers, not only do they look much better but they provide much better lighting in all situations. The IIHS rates the non-laser as poor due to glare.
Here is a link to the test results: https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle...019#headlights |
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05-26-2020, 09:46 PM | #4 |
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Aesthetically, they were a must have for my G05.
Versus "U" DRLs and non-functioning dummy headlight inner units on the standard LED and LED bulb turn indicators.
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Owners with early 2019 models were able to get updates at their dealer to re-enable the cornering light feature. G05s optioned, produced and delivered with 5AZ Icon Adaptive LED Headlights with Laserlight since last summer have had functioning cornering lights.
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05-27-2020, 05:15 PM | #8 |
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got it thanks!
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05-28-2020, 03:40 AM | #11 |
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Adaptive LED's not an option for you? Thats what I have and find them to be excellent. I wanted laser lights for the looks but usability is virtually the same in 99% of situations.
plus the LED shape will look fresh longer as the Corona Rings in the Lasers are being phased out from all models rather quickly |
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05-28-2020, 06:14 AM | #12 |
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I had Matrix lights on a Merc and they were just unbelievable how they dance around the road keeping the road lit up on high beam but cutting out cars I was following or on coming traffic. BMW Laser lights do the same so they are a must have option for me.
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The Laser lights do not have the Corona rings, they are pictured above. |
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Whats the ratings system in the US? I wouldn't call them poor by any stretch unless they are limited like the lasers in the US? EU lights are fully adaptive, turn with steering wheel input, spread between cars you are following and will have either light on independently as and when needed |
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to the OP; i would not avoid the perfect car if it doesnt have the laser lights. those that are saying it makes a big difference are wrong. i've driven both at night and honestly could barely notice a difference. if you find the perfect car without the laser headlights go for it.
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So if you do a lot of driving on long deserted stretches of road they are an added value, if not, the adaptive LEDs are more than enough. That is, while driving... walking up to your car the lasers look better. I ended up not getting them since i test drove in the dark with lasers and without and honestly barely could tell the difference on smaller stretches of road. Too bad they change the daytime running lights, otherwise it would have been a no brainer imho |
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correct, it is a dummy. But how does having two do the exact same light source improve it. Take two identical lamps with the same bulb and shine them at the wall to see if it gets any brighter with one vs two on at the same time.
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i like the looks of the laser lights but i havent' seen much difference . i also have a RR with led and the light output is about the same
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