Because my work changed and I wanted something to take me along my boring highway commute (which is ridden with potholes and frostheaves) in peace. When I drive 6-7/10ths the G37x keeps it together as well as the 320i loaner I sometimes drive.

But to answer your real question, I also have an oh-so-unreliable M3.

 

The 2007-10 x-drive 335 sedans are a lot like our xS sports appearance package. With x-drive, you lose the handling suspension, large brakes and quick ratio steering. What the BMW drivers get that we don't (besides poor reliability) is the option of a 6MT with AWD. The x-drive bimmer with sport package understeers just like my old G37xS used to.

Greg

 

This is true.

While my previous 335i wasn't an AWD model for that reason, my circumstances changed and the tradeoff was fine when I bought this G37x. I suspect the OP feels the same. I just wish I bought one with his wheels.

 

Serpens,

Yes, well I just noticed your earlier M3 comment. I might not care either if I had an M3 tucked away and was using the G for a more reliable DD.

Greg

 

Regarding handling and steering feel for BMW 3 series F30 (2012+), F30s are not better than a non-sport G. I was unimpressed after test drives; granted I didn't track them or test their limits. However, the E90 3 series (up to 2011) definitely feel more nimble, had better steering, and had better overall handling compared to a non-sport G; again, I didn't drive them on the track.

I only had limited seat time in a G37S, so I can't comment on the differences between a non-sport. I did have time in both the Q50S and non-sport, and even without the drive by wire, they are kind of numb and floaty compared to my G37x.

I think all the new sport-sedans are getting softer in terms of handling and steering feel.