The LR in stock form is very smooth, yet quick. The M3P is a lot more intense off the line. Take a ride in a boosted one if you can find it. For the minimal upcharge it is an excellent deal.
One thing I will note, is many passengers aren't too fond of the intense acceleration these cars are capable, especially with the instant ease they have to deliver it. So you can easily catch them unaware and while some may enjoy others may not. So what has happened in our house is I can only exercise the throttle vigorously when my wife is not in the car. This really reduces the number of times per day I can really enjoy the power the car has.
What she really hates is the hard launch that the M3P is capable of. From a roll she is a lot more tolerant. Maybe you are luckier with your spouse in this respect but OTOH my wife is pretty tolerant of all the toys I buy.
One thing I will note, is many passengers aren't too fond of the intense acceleration these cars are capable, especially with the instant ease they have to deliver it. So you can easily catch them unaware and while some may enjoy others may not. So what has happened in our house is I can only exercise the throttle vigorously when my wife is not in the car. This really reduces the number of times per day I can really enjoy the power the car has.
What she really hates is the hard launch that the M3P is capable of. From a roll she is a lot more tolerant. Maybe you are luckier with your spouse in this respect but OTOH my wife is pretty tolerant of all the toys I buy.