Differences between Euro and US spec?

818M3 · 05-22-2018, 01:50 PM

Not sure if this topic has been discussed previously. But my question is, what are the differences between Euro spec vs. US spec M3/M4? Interior, exterior, etc. Thanks

Aaaaaaaaa · 05-22-2018, 01:53 PM

No bumper reflectors and headlights have full anti-dazzle capability.

jmg · 05-22-2018, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by pheerIx

No bumper reflectors and headlights have full anti-dazzle capability.

I had the anti-dazzle coded in. Is there more to it than that?

Aaaaaaaaa · 05-22-2018, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by jmg

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Originally Posted by pheerIx

No bumper reflectors and headlights have full anti-dazzle capability.

I had the anti-dazzle coded in. Is there more to it than that?

Not too familiar with the coding. Also seems '18 models have inconsistent results with coding it back in.

818M3 · 05-22-2018, 02:46 PM

Seems like Euro spec headlights have a dark tint when compared. Can you confirm ?

Aaaaaaaaa · 05-22-2018, 03:28 PM

The 2018s have a dark tint compared to prior years

gatorfast · 05-22-2018, 03:50 PM

One is kph and the other is mph

ZoneLaps · 05-22-2018, 04:02 PM

I think the visors are different.

CanAutM3 · 05-22-2018, 04:06 PM

EU have:
Less restrictive MDM
Amber rear turn signals
No front amber side reflectors
Variable distribution low beams
Anti-glare high beams (optional)
Fold exterior mirrors with key fob
Close windows/sunroof with key fob
Front seat retract comfort access
No iDrive disclaimer on start-up

Aaaaaaaaa · 05-22-2018, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by CanAutM3

EU have:
Less restrictive MDM
Amber rear turn signals
No front amber side reflectors
Variable distribution low beams
Anti-glare high beams (optional)
Fold exterior mirrors with key fob
Close windows/sunroof with key fob
Front seat retract comfort access

Da real competition package

SD ///M4 · 05-22-2018, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by gatorfast

One is kph and the other is mph

Mine has both. Also does both miles and kilometers distances, and Fahrenheit and Celsius temps.

MarbleNY · 05-22-2018, 06:43 PM

What is front seat retract comfort access?

Aaaaaaaaa · 05-22-2018, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MarbleNY

What is front seat retract comfort access?

Seat slides back automatically when unlocked for easier entry

zamboni · 05-23-2018, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by pheerIx

Seat slides back automatically when unlocked for easier entry

I had the Carly and can't code for this feature. Euro headlight can be split I would love to get this function.

BMWjunkie · 05-23-2018, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by zamboni

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Originally Posted by pheerIx

Seat slides back automatically when unlocked for easier entry

I had the Carly and can't code for this feature. Euro headlight can be split I would love to get this function.

All of those can be coded using esys - lots of coders out there will do it for a fee. I've had it all done except seat entry, which I regret skipping. Way better for saving the leather!

ElysianFields · 05-23-2018, 12:34 PM

Pretty sure Euro spec models have no charcoal filters

NCThreePedals · 05-23-2018, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CanAutM3

EU have:
Less restrictive MDM
Amber rear turn signals
No front amber side reflectors
Variable distribution low beams
Anti-glare high beams (optional)
Fold exterior mirrors with key fob
Close windows/sunroof with key fob
Front seat retract comfort access
No iDrive disclaimer on start-up

I have all that coded in except for the turn signals of course lol

summilux · 05-23-2018, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by NCThreePedals

I have all that coded in except for the turn signals of course lol

Curious about how the mirror folding works? Hit the button twice?

And the sliding seat thing sounds pretty cool. So it slides back up when you close the door or when you turn the key?

CanAutM3 · 05-23-2018, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by summilux

Curious about how the mirror folding works? Hit the button twice?

And the sliding seat thing sounds pretty cool. So it slides back up when you close the door or when you turn the key?

The mirror folds by pressing and holding the lock button on the either the key fob on button or the exterior door on cars with comfort access. The time delay that the lock button needs to be held is also codeable. I set mine at one second. The mirrors, when folded with this feature, automatically unfold when the driver’s door is unlocked.

The seat moves back when you open the door to facilitate access and moves forward when the door is closed.

uniqueMR · 05-24-2018, 02:04 PM

I prefer Euro spec over US spec

But differences is minimum..

gatorfast · 05-24-2018, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SD ///M4

Mine has both. Also does both miles and kilometers distances, and Fahrenheit and Celsius temps.

Yea but does it take litres of petrol or gallons of gas?

SD ///M4 · 05-24-2018, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by gatorfast

Yea but does it take litres of petrol or gallons of gas?

Doesn't matter, it's thirsty and will drink either!

It took litres of petrol in Europe and takes gallons of gas since it's been home.

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