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Originally Posted by jditom
Are they different shocks, springs, sway bars?
Anyone know the specs? Seems like the wheels and tires are bigger.
Is it possible to make the suspension changes in a non-sport package X5?
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I'm not sure what the exact differences are in the suspension specs between the SP and non-SP equipped 4.4's... but my guess would be that the springs are stiffer, and the anti-sway bars are thicker. That may be it - which means that it would not be a huge problem to achieve similar results after-market. But if you're a spirited driver, you'll definitely appreciate upgraded suspension one way or the other. (As for the wheels/tires, SP comes with
different 18" wheels/tires, but they're still 18x8.5 / 255-55 17's - so not a big diff there... )
However, the SP
also gives you some enhancements that are more difficult to get after market... namely, the FANTASTIC sport seats and steering wheel, as well as the sharp body/trim accents (titanium-colored grill inserts, etc.) Well worth the price of admission, if you ask me... I think you'll regret it if don't get the SP.