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      08-16-2012, 02:00 AM   #15
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hi CVICARY

It's not so much whether it's M sport or not, it's more to do with the sport suspension which comes standard with M Sport and also the larger tires. In my opinion, the sport suspension is about 15% stiffer than standard suspension with some improved handling as a result. The 18" wheels feel about 20% stiffer than the 17" wheels.

The sport suspension with 18" wheels is stiff but still manageable. I would not say it's super comfortable but it feels similar to driving a sports coupe or sporty sedan. However, I would not get the runflat 19" with sport suspension, I think that is too hard and stiff. I have a sport suspension with 18" runflat, then I changed to 19" non runflat tires and they feel similar.

Over potholes it's a bit rough but manageable.

I hope this helps
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