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2025 X6 xDrive40i Adaptive M vs. 2-axle Air Suspension
I've been working really hard on both a 2025 X5 xDrive40i and X6 xDrive40i build to replace my 2022 X3 M40i coming off lease and would appreciate the communities thoughts. My M40i is so-so-so close to perfection (minus the seats and harsh M Sport Adaptive Suspension) it might be nearly impossible to find a legit upgrade that isn't $90K+.
I am leaning heavily towards the X6 xDrive40i because right now its being offered with optional 2-axle air suspension which is intriguing plus I can still option in M Sport Professional which I like. $86K on my build feels a little excessive versus the X3 M40i at $70K but I just can't do a 4th X3 and the G45 is not even remotely enticing. Has anyone gone from a 2022 or 2023 M40i to the 2025 X6 with air? I drove a 2025 X5 50e last week and it felt a little too heavy and a little too floaty and than there's the CEL issue- no thanks. Too bad too because the engine and overall package is so good. Truth be told I want a something super close to how a 2024 Macan S and/or GTS drives/handles with air (without the $20-$30K Porsche tax). Had BMW thrown a little more power at the X6 xDrive40i it would have really been awesome but with the air suspension this is feeling like a good upgrade from the M40i even if its slightly slower. The M60 is tempting but $100K- ugh. Please share your thoughts!
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Suspension feel is a personal preference so you likely are going to get opinions all over the spectrum and none will apply. I personally don't find the AS floaty but that is based on my perception, expectations and driving style. Does it feel as good as my M340i when driven in certain situations, absolutely not but I don't expect it to or drive the same way.
Good luck with your decision.
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Thanks for weighing in Turtleboy. Great points!
To bolt on I think the M sport adaptive suspension in the LCI 2022 M40i improved greatly over earlier iterations. It’s good but not great in my opinion. The Macan suspension is black magic. It’s scary good….just super spendy in the fun models. Adding air with adaptive might be the missing puzzle piece in terms of suspension setup for the 2025 X6. Does the 50e have adaptive? Can’t recall.
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I sold a 24 Macan S with air suspension to buy my X5 M60i. I was looking for the same as you - something close to how the Macan drove. After driving the normal X5 suspension, I found it was too soft for me personally with too much body roll. I optioned my build with Adaptive M Suspension Professional and I’m so glad I did. I was surprised to read in your post you thought it was harsh! I drive in sport mode on surface streets nearly 100% of the time and in comfort on the freeway. I prefer a firmer ride and even in the Macan I had the suspension set to a stiffer setting. Lots of people here prefer the air suspension on the X5, but if you’re looking to get close to the Macan ride, I don’t think the air suspension is it. To me, the adaptive M suspension pro comes closest.
No, the X5 doesn’t drive exactly like the Macan (which is perfection for me), it sits taller and is heavier, but it’s an incredible ride and the HP and torque blow the Macan away. The M60i’s styling, comfort, technology, power and ride make it a Goldilocks vehicle as far as I’m concerned. I would never go back to the Macan after owning the M60i. |
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OP is referring to the M Sport suspension on the X3 M40i being harsh not the Adaptive M Suspension Professional on the X5/X6.
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I think for you to go from the x3 m40 to a x5/6 40i you must be at a place to accept the x5 as not one that is going to offer an exhilarating driving experience. Are you at this place yet? Sure the 40i is still plenty quick, and I think that’s why many believe it to be a good alternative, but it is noticeable slower and most importantly it does not call you to push it. It’s a very very different drive IMO.
If you’re not at the pure cruising point in your life I would strongly encourage you to step up the m60 or a slighted used CPO m50. The m50s are selling at great discounts with the LCI and are phenomenal cars. I would also agree to check out the professional suspension setup as this will make the x5 feel more on rails with less body roll. I’d be very curious to hear thoughts from people comparing handling of the x5 m50/m60 with the pro setup to the x3 m40. I might be inclined to say the x5 could be better…. |
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You can't expect a much larger vehicle like the X5 or X6 to handle like the slightly larger hatchback that the Macan is. X5 is 10-20% larger in every dimension.
While the X5 handles great, especially with M Pro and DHP, it's not going to have the same feel as the much smaller Macan. I think you're going to end up disappointed if you're comparing it to an idealized Macan. Macan doesn't ride magically better than X3 for instance. I think you're gonna be a lot happier just getting the Macan. If you have heartburn over the price (which is totally fair they're massively overpriced), go for a CPO one and get what you really want. |
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I had the 2 axle air suspension on my ‘21 M50 and I loved it. I liked how it would lower itself when in sport, I liked being able to make it low for my elderly family members and dogs to get in. I meant to order it in my ‘24 I just got in November. I ordered the M Sport professional dynamic handling pro (not sure if it’s the correct term) but unfortunately I didn’t notice that ordering that deleted the air suspension because you can’t have both. 😞 I was really bummed. This new one rides really nice but I thought the air suspension handled better. Right away I noticed more body lean than my M50 when going around traffic circles and winding roads. If I get another one I’ll definitely get the air suspension.
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I’m pulling the trigger on a 2025 X5 M60i mostly because I really notice the difference in a truck with, and without, integral active steering. I was going to add
Adaptive M Suspension Pro for $2,200 but noticed in the ordering guide that would delete IAS. If so, does anyone understand the rationale for that? I drive the Taconic Parkway and Connecticut back roads a lot, so I figured I’d really enjoy the upgraded suspension. My current 2019 x5 40i has air suspension and I find it a bit “floaty”. Perhaps someone can give me some insight into specifically what one gets when ordering Adaptive M Suspension Professional, or maybe the air suspension in the M60i is a better choice? - putting aside the personal preference aspects and just looking for what these 2 options actually do to the car. Thanks!
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In the pre-LCI the DHP package included the active sway bars and IAS. It was the only way to get IAS. But in the LCI they made IAS standard. It wouldn’t make sense to delete it with the pro suspension. Others can can please confirm? I’d be more prone to believe opting for air suspension would delete not the professional setup. |
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The ordering guide says that 2VW will delete STD or 100% equipment 2VH.
2VW Adaptive M Suspension Professional 2VH Integral Active Steering I was leaning toward the professional suspension, but the IAS is probably the more useful of the two in day to day driving. Can anyone more knowledgable confirm? |
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The description of the Pro system per the web site is “Offers greater agility and precise response by lowering the chassis and electronically adjusting the dampers from sportingly tight to relaxed and comfortable. This feature adds Active Roll Stabilization to further improve suspension geometry and allow for less "lean" around bends. At lower speeds, you'll experience a sharper turning radius, making parking and cornering easier. At higher speeds, increased vehicle stability will make lane changes more comfortable.” Which is exactly what I’m looking for.
Is this the same Adaptive Suspension as what’s in the 40i M sport designation?
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If I get a "do-over" and get to choose a X5/X6 model, I'd like something a bit softer and am hoping the Adaptive M Suspension Pro will be that "in-between" suspension - in between the XM harsher ride and the Air suspension more floaty ride. cheers |
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The M60 ride is excellent. Very comfortable but also handles excellent (I am coming from a X3MC which was really harsh) and feels very poised. It is not, however, as comfortable as the 45e air. Definitely notice the difference but only on really harsh stuff. I never really found the air suspension floaty though and think it did a pretty good job handling the heavy X5 45e and I have down plenty of mountain ski trips with challenging roads. I am so glad I got the adaptive M pro as it is still comfortable with great handling. I was tempted to get the air given the positive experience of air on the 45e. I can compare adaptive M pro with the M suspension on th X3M C and there is no comparison. X3MC beat the crapnpit of me - in comfort mode. So that may be comparable to the XM. It is interesting though - I had a F80 M3 before the X3M C and I felt the ride was SO much better going from M3 to the X3M C. EDIT- I meant to make a comment on the IAS. I like the steering on the LCI. Granted it is a lot lighter than the X3M but it is solid and sure footed. I am not sure how much of this is contributed to the IAS but I expect it is a bit. One thing for certain is that the turning circle with the IAS is ridiculous. I have a direct comparison to the 45e and also coming from the X3. This thing turns on a dime. I have had instances where I thought there was no way I was going to make this turn (u-turn etc) but it does.
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