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That's a tough call. It is hard to find which side of the line to be on, for me at least, between spirited and nimble vs luxurious plush cruising with a touch of sportiness.

My 535i M-Sport is my 5th BMW. Have previously been a VW/Audi/Porsche guy. I had a 94 318i E36, 2009 335i E90, 2011 335 E92.... Now have a 2009 328i E90. with the sports package and a 2012 F10 535i M Sport.

The drive of the 5er is very nice but not spirited. I just installed the JB4 Stage 2 and it does now have a lot more raw power but the car is still smooth and quiet without the aggressive exhaust note. It is also xDrive so handling isn't what the E92 was that I just traded in. The electric steering is not what the E9x is like. When I drive my 09 328i, it gives me the feedback and feel that I enjoy, but the 5er has a certain feel that I love. Yes I miss the nimble tossable 335 E92 (with JB stage 1) but I am really enjoying the bigger more comfortable feel of the 5, with more then adequate performance.

When I get into the 3 after being in the 5, the overall feel is a few notches below the look, finish and quality of the 5. It is just not as refined.

I know, still a tough call.