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      12-16-2012, 06:27 AM   #15
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again from Motor Trend

The bigger issue is BMW's electronic throttle pedal. I've disliked it since my first experience with the first-generation Mini Cooper. We've also dinged it in other long-term reviews, like our old 5 Series GT. It feels completely disconnected from the engine, like a video game steering wheel and pedal combo. There's a lag in throttle response when you first tip into the pedal that's very frustrating when trying to slip a clutch. It's even more infuriating when you're trying to rev-match your downshifts smoothly. It makes the engine slow to rev and the relationship between pedal travel and engine RPM is non-linear, making it difficult to get the revs you want. Fortunately, switching the car to "Sport" greatly improves the throttle pedal's response to inputs, but it still feels detached, like you're making throttle requests, not giving commands.

Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...#ixzz2FDWUcPvi
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