[SN1P3]

Does anyone know how much, if any, fake engine/exhaust sounds are pumped into these cars?

I was driving last night and got some interesting sounds while in sport and sport plus. The pops/crackle when releasing the throttle after hard acceleration sound more like subtle booms in the cabin (windows up). Has anyone else experienced this?

I'm not sure if I like it or not. I know the B58 sounds great from the outside but the booming sounds in the cabin are…different. At first I thought I had something loose in the rear (suspension related), and later realized the thumping/booms are happening after I release the throttle.

Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[Polot]

Yes, there is fake/pumped in exhaust noise as with most BMWs (and most performance cars tbh).

[SN1P3]

Originally Posted by Polot

Yes, there is fake/pumped in exhaust noise as with most BMWs (and most performance cars tbh).

I'm sure it can be coded out. I'm just curious how much of this thumping/booming noise I'm hearing is authentic vs fake sounds.

[CDN-Driver]

BMW calls it Active Sound Design.
Some cars have iDrive settings, some do not.
Worth checking.

[Polot]

Originally Posted by SN1P3

I'm sure it can be coded out. I'm just curious how much of this thumping/booming noise I'm hearing is authentic vs fake sounds.

Depends on which drive setting you are in. Typically the sportier the setting the louder and more aggressive the fake sound is unless coded out or changed in vehicle settings.

[Lightngsvt]

Can this be turned off in the G42? PLease tell me its an option!

[CDN-Driver]

Originally Posted by Lightngsvt

Can this be turned off in the G42? PLease tell me its an option!

Edit - Confirmation below.

Permanently coding it off will be possible.
Bimmercode (example) does not officially list the G42 yet.

[G42Bama]

Originally Posted by SN1P3

Does anyone know how much, if any, fake engine/exhaust sounds are pumped into these cars?

I was driving last night and got some interesting sounds while in sport and sport plus. The pops/crackle when releasing the throttle after hard acceleration sound more like subtle booms in the cabin (windows up). Has anyone else experienced this?

I'm not sure if I like it or not. I know the B58 sounds great from the outside but the booming sounds in the cabin are…different. At first I thought I had something loose in the rear (suspension related), and later realized the thumping/booms are happening after I release the throttle.

Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

The manual is helpful! It's in the settings. Have seen it, but I haven't messed with it, really doesn't bother me. Give that a go

[SN1P3]

Originally Posted by G42Bama

The manual is helpful! It's in the settings. Have seen it, but I haven't messed with it, really doesn't bother me. Give that a go

Will try for sure! Thanks for the tip!

I'm also trying to confirm that my sounds are on par with what's expected. Does yours make the same thumping/booming sounds as opposed to pops/crackles?

[G42Bama]

Originally Posted by SN1P3

Will try for sure! Thanks for the tip!

I'm also trying to confirm that my sounds are on par with what's expected. Does yours make the same thumping/booming sounds as opposed to pops/crackles?

It seems to on more aggressive shifts. But I haven't been getting on it too much.

[SN1P3]

I can confirm this is adjustable within the settings. The reduced setting has eliminated the sounds completely (or has reduced it to the point where it's not noticeable to me)!

[CDN-Driver]

Originally Posted by SN1P3

I can confirm this is adjustable within the settings. The reduced setting has eliminated the sounds completely (or has reduced it to the point where it's not noticeable to me)!

Excellent, does it stay set to reduced on the next power cycle (so you don't have to do it every trip).

[mblaucoupe135]

Originally Posted by SN1P3

Will try for sure! Thanks for the tip!

I'm also trying to confirm that my sounds are on par with what's expected. Does yours make the same thumping/booming sounds as opposed to pops/crackles?

yes I can confirm mine does the same thing. I'm kind of missing the pops and burbles of my f22 m240i with m performance exhaust and Dinan midpipe. might have to do these same mods on my new car once they are available.