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Originally Posted by wdc330i
I typically start off in D and drive until the engine warms up, then shift into DS for the rest of the trip. That said, my transmission is much smoother and easier to modulate than the X5 50i. I struggle mightily with that transmission.
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We have the same procedure for our X5 50i - has to be in D and Comfort mode or it's nearly impossible to drive before it warms up a bit. I agree with Nick - everyone except BMW seemingly has figured out how to make the 8spd auto work perfectly.