Those of you who've driven the E53 and E70..

vinuneuro · #1 06-09-2007, 07:58 PM

What are your impressions about steering turn-in and general feel/communication? It's the main aspect that really sets BMWs apart.. I'm just curious how BMW has done with that with the double-wishbone front suspension used in the E70. Double-wishbone really is technically better because it does a better job controling camber.

george1202 · #2 06-09-2007, 08:37 PM

I feel that the E70 has a smoother ride than my E53. Cornering seems tighter and steering is more responsive. But then again its difficult to really tell as the E70 is much newer and has newer, tighter suspension parts. Either way I love them both.

trueX5er · #3 06-09-2007, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by george1202

I feel that the E70 has a smoother ride than my E53. Cornering seems tighter and steering is more responsive. But then again its difficult to really tell as the E70 is much newer and has newer, tighter suspension parts. Either way I love them both.

100%. The suspension is still stiff, yet it is more controlled and less jumpy on harsh pavement. As for the steering/handling, the E70's steering is as tight and controlled as the E53, although it seems a little more speed sensitive, lighter at low speed and heavier at high. Just perfect at all speeds

Both have a great driving experience, just that the E70 is more refined.

CGSTL · #4 06-09-2007, 11:30 PM

Don't spend a lot of time in an E70 until you're truly ready to consider one. I spent two days in a 4.8 then hopped back into my 4.4i and realized just how unrefined my 2005 really is. The E70 is that good.

george1202 · #5 06-10-2007, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by trueX5er

100%. The suspension is still stiff, yet it is more controlled and less jumpy on harsh pavement. As for the steering/handling, the E70's steering is as tight and controlled as the E53, although it seems a little more speed sensitive, lighter at low speed and heavier at high. Just perfect at all speeds

Both have a great driving experience, just that the E70 is more refined.

Well described true

hans · #6 06-11-2007, 05:38 AM

This week i will get my new X5 with 3 ltr engine
I would like to fit nice chrome exhaust tips
Does any one know where i can buy larger tips which look like the 4.4 lts X5

Thanks Hans

StumpyPete · #7 06-11-2007, 09:33 AM

E70 suspension is way better - none of the bumpy ride that we used to get on the E53. Handles just as well if not better. But that could be down to the 19x9s as opposed to the 17x7.5s I had on my E53.