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      05-18-2020, 12:02 PM   #98
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Originally Posted by tayone415 View Post
I haven't looked in to the 1/4 testing. I'm not sure where you found that info? I've read 0-60 from a couple different sources saying it's about 0.5 sec difference. I read the 230 has more power, but is also heavier and the gear ratio is in favor of the 228, but I don't think 0.5 sec difference is possible?

Sources:
https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...e-test-review/
https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...e-test-review/

I didn't wade through the reviews to see if the weight difference was explained.

For reference, my 2017 M240i weighs 3,463# with a full tank of fuel.
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