BMW Configurator *New Full Front Dash Pics*

The CSL · 09-17-2007, 06:15 PM

I fail to see what the fuss is about with the S5 interior. It just looks like a modern version of this car's interior (and it's from a 1990s Citroen Xantia and it's not the nicest place to sit)

Epacy · 09-17-2007, 06:32 PM

Very interesting CSL. I agree, from what I can see. Do you have a larger pic?
Excellent thought.

ChitownM3 · 09-17-2007, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by swamp2

What is your source for this? Everything everyone has heard thus far point to a March 2008 release.

Dude, you're quoting a post from June 1st, do the math....

MI6 · 09-17-2007, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by The CSL

I fail to see what the fuss is about with the S5 interior. It just looks like a modern version of this car's interior (and it's from a 1990s Citroen Xantia and it's not the nicest place to sit)

Yes and no. Obviously the Audi materials (Smooth leather, aluminum and piano black trim, Navi etc) make the S5 nicer than the Citroen! But yes the ergonomics are similar and I've sat in the A6 which is similar and I don't care for that.

I would love to see the next-gen 3 see a return to the E46 style dash AND
materials.......

MI6 · 09-17-2007, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ChitownM3

Dude, you're quoting a post from June 1st, do the math....

Swamp- were you aware of this????

swamp2 · 09-17-2007, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by MI6

Swamp- were you aware of this????

I saw some new activity here and mistakenly thought that was just posted. My

for not checking the post date.

The CSL · 09-18-2007, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Epacy

Very interesting CSL. I agree, from what I can see. Do you have a larger pic?
Excellent thought.

Here, with the S5 to compare.

JEllis · 09-18-2007, 05:56 AM

You make a good point.

However, I have never fussed much over interiors, German ones anyway. As long as there are not huge wacky looking guages and strange patterns then I dont care much.

Jason

jpm3 · 09-19-2007, 03:00 PM

maybe this would be helpful to be placed @ "STICKY"

maybe it's there already, I'm just not checking.

hks786 · 09-19-2007, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by The CSL

I fail to see what the fuss is about with the S5 interior. It just looks like a modern version of this car's interior (and it's from a 1990s Citroen Xantia and it's not the nicest place to sit)

You raise a interesting point but I cant agree for a few reasons. The first reason is that while you might not be pleased with the S5 interior or others, there will always be others who cant understand why you DONT like it. The same would apply for any car, BMW, Mercedes etc. The point is that everyone has different tastes and we must respect it. Of course, there will be times when most people agree on something, but a lot of people love the S5 interior and a lot of people dont; there's a good mix of opinion.

The second reason I dont agree is that while both examples, the S5 and the Xantia have driver-centric dashes, there's hardly else in common except where the steering wheel, gearbox etc are. Which I might add that most cars have in the same position

You pointed out that the Xantia isnt a nice place to sit. It's a good point because many people express that the S5 *is* a good place to be. The range of materials of their usual high standard. Also, the S5 has it's MMI system which makes it different again. The S5 also has unique seats which look great! there's also dials and air-con controls etc that look great compared to the Xantia. Apart from that, maybe I'm the only one, but I can see that the S5 looks a LOT better than the Xantia

here's another angle:

aloha03gs · 09-19-2007, 03:46 PM

from a non-bias perspective...i think audi has better designed interior and feel...again it is subjective but just my opinion

however overall I am still BMW...and the aluminum looks SOO HOT with black interior...nice and tasteful contrast.

hks786 · 09-19-2007, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by aloha03gs

from a non-bias perspective...i think audi has better designed interior and feel...again it is subjective but just my opinion

however overall I am still BMW...and the aluminum looks SOO HOT with black interior...nice and tasteful contrast.

I agree. But there will be people who disagree. The fact is that there is such a balance and good mix of opinion. Personally, I think the S5 above is the perfect combo. I have a thing for red/black/white, therefore red/black/aluminium appeals to me more

bulletproof · 09-19-2007, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by aloha03gs

from a non-bias perspective...i think audi has better designed interior and feel...again it is subjective but just my opinion

however overall I am still BMW...and the aluminum looks SOO HOT with black interior...nice and tasteful contrast.

In person, the interior in the A5/S5 looks like its in another league in relation to the M3. Very classy and sophisticated. Without a doubt the best interior for under 70k IMO. Not to mention the MMI is better than the iDrive.

But the M3 kills it everywhere else.

hks786 · 09-19-2007, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by bulletproof

In person, the interior in the A5/S5 looks like its in another league in relation to the M3. Very classy and sophisticated. Without a doubt the best interior for under 70k IMO. Not to mention the MMI is better than the iDrive.

But the M3 kills it everywhere else.

Well, I think the S5 is a great car. I agree with you on the interior too. I think I'll agree with you on the MMI too. However, bear in mind that the RS5 is the true competitor for the M3, I cant wait :rocks:

The CSL · 09-19-2007, 05:45 PM

I wasn't saying the S5 didn't look to be made from great materials and I personally love the seats, but I'm hearing a lot about the 'great design' inside the Audi when essentially, it was done 15 years ago in a family saloon car.

hks786 · 09-19-2007, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by The CSL

I wasn't saying the S5 didn't look to be made from great materials and I personally love the seats, but I'm hearing a lot about the 'great design' inside the Audi when essentially, it was done 15 years ago in a family saloon car.

But that's what I just pointed out. It wasnt done 15 years ago. It is much different. Yes, it might be driver-centric, but that's all. The rest of the design is unique as I pointed out by mentioning the MMI screen & controls, air-con, dials, seats etc.

JO3 · 09-20-2007, 12:01 AM

For me, there's such a "WOW" factor with the S5 interior. When I look at the M3 interior, i feel that it's too business like. My reaction is always "

just another 3-series"

And the only thing the Xantia and the S5 have in common is the squarish frame around the center stack. There's so much more to the interior than that. If you don't like the S5 interior, then I respect your opinion. But you can't say that it was done 15 years ago, when it only shares that one square piece in common.

LucentAuto · 09-20-2007, 12:48 AM

got a question: does the m3 come with cinnamon leather like the e46??

Keto · 09-20-2007, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by LucentAuto

got a question: does the m3 come with cinnamon leather like the e46??

No, Fox Red, which can look an awful lot like cinnamon in some pics, but in others seems to be significantly less orange and more muted red.

LucentAuto · 09-20-2007, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Keto

No, Fox Red, which can look an awful lot like cinnamon in some pics, but in others seems to be significantly less orange and more muted red.

are you sure? the m3 hasnt been released in the US yet

so the options are black, grey, red , and tan? thats all?

cloth insert is standard prob right? damn looks like i gotta get the cloth then but too bad it doesnt come with heated seats

hks786 · 09-20-2007, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by JO3

For me, there's such a "WOW" factor with the S5 interior. When I look at the M3 interior, i feel that it's too business like. My reaction is always "

just another 3-series"

And the only thing the Xantia and the S5 have in common is the squarish frame around the center stack. There's so much more to the interior than that. If you don't like the S5 interior, then I respect your opinion. But you can say that it was done 15 years ago, when it only shares that one square piece in common.

Thats how I feel too. That's why I say there is a good mix of opinion. I must say though, I have seen more people liking it than hating it...

Voltigeur · 12-14-2007, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Garrett

Just look at the RS4's interior.

Yep, it's better - Audi does interiors beautifully. BTW, am I alone in thinking the rs4's / R8's 4.2L V8 also looks better (top view) than the M3?

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