| debbi, the winter mode probably works better on snowy/icy roads, and like ohlord said, i don't think will make any difference in a wet road in socal. i drive on snow 3-4 months a year and always leave it on standard mode, the winter tires are what makes the big difference, but you don't have to worry about that. just don't drive a lot faster than the other cars on the road when it is raining and you will be fine.
i have driven the new 3 series bmw also, and they are really nice, their shape doesn't appeal to me though. my favorite is the e39 (older 5 series), i used to have one but too many electronic issues. if you want your ride to feel like a bmw sport, than lower your car with h&r springs and bilstein sport shocks, your car will feel the same as a bmw. |