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Well, given that the BMW website does not mention electric power steering for the sDrive28i model, I think it is much more likely that it has traditional power steering just like the xDrive28i model does. This also makes much more sense from a parts-sharing perspective (the engine will thus drive the same accesories in either case). Quote:
It is curious, though, that BMW lists Servotronic as a standard feature for the apparently EPS-equipped xDrive35i (assuming the information on BMW's website at the link provided above is correct - thanks CanadianDriver and X1driver). I suppose this is just the marketing department wanting to show the additional content vs. the 28i models. The fact is that BMW has yet to produce a vehicle with EPS that does not have vehicle speed (rather than engine speed as is typical) dependent steering, and I don't see the X1 becoming an exception. |
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07-17-2012, 11:24 PM | #24 |
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Now that the various reviews are available from major car magazines, the mystery is solved. Only the rear wheel drive sDrive has electric steering and all other xDrive (both 28 and 35) models have hydraulic steering. So we are happy to hear that hydraulic remains at least for two out of the three X1 models.
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07-18-2012, 02:19 AM | #25 | |
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The 28i sDrive is the only EPS system and remains that way even with "Servotronic" as they are able to add boost with EPS by adjusting the power to the motor. The 35i comes with hydraulic servotronic which the 28ixDrive has available as an option. The EPS unit was unable to be packaged in the X1 with xDrive. The best of the bunch is the xDrive in 28i form...
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07-18-2012, 08:30 AM | #26 |
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Thanks for the information gentemen. I can't think of a more mysterious equipment conundrum in recent memory. I wonder if the sDrive models sold elsewhere (18i, 20i, 16d, 18d, 20d) also have EPAS? As noted earlier a BMW Press release confirms that the sDrive20d ED model does, at least.
So the Servotronic upsell for the sDrive28i is just programming then. How about that. |
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07-18-2012, 11:47 AM | #27 | |
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Mapezzul. How's the drive with the Servotronic option on the xDrive28i? Is it comparable to the older 3 series? Thanks.
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07-18-2012, 12:04 PM | #28 | |
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The packaging constraints were quite obvious when all three variants were examined- xDrive and the N55 take up a lot of space in that engine bay and even in the 4 cylinder the EPS would not fit due to motor placement (a good thing if you as k me!). It is a great ride- I have my issues with it as I wrote about elsewhere in my review but it may be then next family car we own as the price is right.
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12-17-2012, 11:14 PM | #30 | |
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can't decide b/w xdrive or sdrive? help!
hello can't decide but i know people go with the xdrive for the hydraulic steering...any thoughts? i live it so cal so don't technically need the AWD but i plan to purchase the car and was wondering if one or the other steerings is more reliable, thanks!
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12-18-2012, 05:23 PM | #31 |
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To be honest I have an E93 335 which has hydraulic steering and an X1 sdrive and I don't see a big difference. Yes it's electric but they did a pretty good job with it. It's a little lighter in feel but certainly fun to drive with plenty of feedback.
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12-18-2012, 10:21 PM | #32 |
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I believe the E9x 335s have servotronic standard. I actually prefer the variable sports steering on the F30 to the steering on my E90 335. The steering on our 128i is superior (which is partly why we sold the 335 and kept the 128). I haven't driven the sDrive since knew I wanted AWD w/DPC. I went x28i largely due to the 8AT and no servotronic.
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12-19-2012, 11:24 AM | #33 |
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Apparently both the e82 128i and 135i have servotronic assist standard. My observations on differences is steering vs E90 335i must be more due to vehicle size/weight and perhaps a corresponding difference in amount of servotronic assist. I haven't test driven the x35i, only the x28i with no servo. My wife liked the non-servo feel and said she didn't need any assist added.
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BMW's official documentation sure is confusing!
E82 Complete Vehicle Manual reads: Quote:
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According to RealOEM non of the US non-M E8x 1-series or E9x have servotronic standard (there is a retrofit). I'm not sure how to quantify my preference for the 128i steering over 335i other than vehicle size. Or perhaps there is a different steering ratio between the E8x 1 and E9x 3 series. |
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12-20-2012, 09:19 PM | #36 |
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Hydraulic steering ratios (lower = sportier/more responsive)
E46 M3 (no servotronic) - 15.6 E9x M3 (servotronic/variable) - 12.5 averaged E8x M Coupe (servotronic/variable) - 12.5 averaged E9x 3 Series (non-M) - 16 E8x 1 Series (non-M) - 16 E84 X1 - 18.5 There doesn't seem to be any data in regards to the amount of hydraulic assistance on non servotronic vehicles (servotronic varies assistance based on vehicle speed on X1). I'm guessing that the E9x 3 series have more hydraulic assistance than the E8x 1 series based on my own driving impressions. I drove my parents F30 328i with EPS+ (variable sport steering) again yesterday. The EPS+ system seems to be emulating the adjustable hydraulic/servotronic systems of the M vehicles (I've never driven an M), while steering is effortless when parking. I hope that this is an option on the sDrive X1 soon for those owners who don't need AWD (I believe it is available on X3). |
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12-21-2012, 03:23 PM | #37 |
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I happily traded the lower weight, better handling, slightly faster and better gas mileage of the sdrive for the Xdrive. It's not the like the difference between driving an M3 and a 335 its slightly better driving feel. I guess everyone should buy a Cadillac ATS instead of a 3 series because it has slightly better steering feel according to all car magazines.
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A car magazine sometime in 2012 showed the BMW electric power steering, and the motor is integreated into the steering column, not driving a hydraulic pump.
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