This is sooooo reminiscent of the 535 vs 550 threads back in my E60 days lol..
I will only add this as a new 235xi owner;
I really, really came to enjoy the N20. Had it in X3 garb and it was quick, reliable, smooth as heck for a 4 pot too.
It is an engine very well matched to the 2 series platform...I can absolutely understand how you 228 owners adore your cars
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Previous Rides: 535xi, M235xi, X3, E92 M3, E70 X5 35d, X6 50i, X6 35i, E60 550i, E46 M3 Cabriolet, E39 540i, E36 328i