IM 5 width

[Nemtex]

Hi all,

Just wanted to put this out there for existing IM5 owners.

I have checked the specs on the IM5 and it is about 20cm wider that most cars and Vans I have driven. Has anyone had any issues with this? Where I live, there are roads with bollards that stop wide vehicles getting through. They worrying enough with an MG 4 as they are definitely not of the forgiving kind.

One of my neighbour's recently bought a massive BMW EV SUV, can't remember the model, and he has since regretted it due to the size, it's turned them in to a nervous wreak (not the BMW part LOL) and their partner refuses to drive it.

Any thoughts, issues, regrets (positive ) would be welcome.

Thanks,


Nemtex

 

[salty]

The obvious thing, as you have done is check the width. If you say the MG4 is worrying, then don't get an IM6. Even if you really want one. Or do get one, and panic every time you go through that gap.
Not the ideal situation though, is it.
Obviously your neighbour didn't check and is now regretting it.

 

[MikeJS]

Not found it an issue and the rear wheel steering makes it very manoeuvrable.

 

[salty]

Not found it an issue and the rear wheel steering makes it very manoeuvrable.

Would that make a difference. Think he's on about a narrow gap and the width of the car.

 

[Kenp1]

Hi all,

Just wanted to put this out there for existing IM5 owners.

I have checked the specs on the IM6 and it is about 20cm wider that most cars and Vans I have driven. Has anyone had any issues with this? where I live, there are roads with bollards that stop wide vehicles getting through. They worrying enough with an MG 4 as they are definitely not of the forgiving kind.

One of my neighbour's recently bought a massive BMW EV SUV, can't remember the model, and he has since regretted it due to the size, it's turned them in to a nervous wreak (not the BMW part LOL) and their partner refuses to drive it.

Any thoughts, issues, regrets (positive ) would be welcome.

Thanks,


Nemtex

Can we clarify which car you are asking about, this is in the IM5 section but you have mentioned the IM5 and IM6 in your question?

 

[Nemtex]

Oops Typo. Probably affects both but I was interested in IM5 opinions. I have edited my post.

 

[Nemtex]

The obvious thing, as you have done is check the width. If you say the MG4 is worrying, then don't get an IM6. Even if you really want one. Or do get one, and panic every time you go through that gap.
Not the ideal situation though, is it.
Obviously your neighbour didn't check and is now regretting it.

Worrying is probably an overstatement. I think it's the phycological nature of them. I know it'll fit easily but... First time I've used the road since getting the car so that probably has something to do with it as well.

Seriously impressed with the IM5 though.

 

[KnightRider]

Don't find the width much of a worry.
It is quite long but I'm trying to trust the parking cameras - they are really accurate down to the cm!

 

[Grimbo]

I have a question about tight turns in car parks..

A car park I use regularly (The Gate, Newcastle) - has barriers you need to drive through to enter the car park. They are straight ahead with 90 degree right turns at the end and have high kerbs on either side.

If I take my sharp right turn while the rear wheels haven't left the kerbed section, is there a risk that the rear left wheel will hit the kerb when I turn right (and the rear wheel turns left)?

 

[MikeJS]

I have a question about tight turns in car parks..

A car park I use regularly (The Gate, Newcastle) - has barriers you need to drive through to enter the car park. They are straight ahead with 90 degree right turns at the end and have high kerbs on either side.

If I take my sharp right turn while the rear wheels haven't left the kerbed section, is there a risk that the rear left wheel will hit the kerb when I turn right (and the rear wheel turns left)?

Take one there for a test drive. I took an IM6 home to make sure I could get it in my drive.