Weathertech vs BMW OEM trunk liner

TheONE24 · 08-09-2018, 08:13 AM

Going back and forth between the two for M4. BMW one looks cooler but more generic. IE might not fit as snug as weathertech. Looking for one that has fairly deep sides. IE more box like to keep sand and dirt from getting out over the edge. Anyone have thoughts on either as far as fitment, stuff getting past the edges, flimsyness, etc.. Tried searching the forums but it seems like the search does not like two word searches even if you "" around them.

FirstF80InSpace · 08-09-2018, 08:26 AM

I have the Weathertech version and it is solid. I've had patio stones and rocks on the liner and it is still mint.

ilia · 08-09-2018, 08:40 AM

+1 on Weathertech. I've had it on most of my cars and no issues with wear and it seems to keep the trunk pretty clean. Having said that I haven't experienced the BMW mat and can't comment on it. Also WT is manufactured in the US, not sure where the BMW one is made. Hope this helps.

Prossx · 08-09-2018, 08:49 AM

I've used the Weathertech for about 4 years, its solid but there are a couple things I don't like about it. Was tough to get clean cut outs to exposure holes for the cargo net. The ends of the mat tend to curl up and its a bit stiff.

The BMW might be better; have the BMW sport all weather mats in the cabin and they are excellent.

JoeKixxon · 08-09-2018, 08:58 AM

I've never used the BMW one, but the Weather Tech fits excellent, looks good, and is very durable. Definitely recommended.

derekh25 · 08-09-2018, 09:00 AM

I have the BMW sport trunk mat. Looks good and works great for muddy shoes and a few coffee spills. I don't think it would stand up well as WT to patio stones as FirstF80 mentioned.

goneloco · 08-09-2018, 11:27 AM

I've had both. The biggest issue with the BMW liner is that it's hard plastic and the back of it (by the seat back) has a lip. If you're trying to put something long into the trunk with the seats folded, they catch on the lip. Whenever I needed to get 2 sets of golf clubs in the trunk I had to put the seats down and had to lift them over the lip. A real pain. The Weathertech mat just flexes and lets the clubs through. I got the BMW mat free. Gave it away and bought the Weathertech.

TheONE24 · 08-09-2018, 01:43 PM

Solid info, Looks like weathertech it is. Thanks

wdskukm3 · 08-11-2018, 03:33 PM

I work for BMW but I rather have the Weathertech over the oem trunk tray. Looks much better and functions better. Not a fan of that red lining either on the BMW.

08-09-2018, 08:13 AM	#1
TheONE24 Private First Class 41 Rep 164 Posts Drives: 2016 M4/F82 MGM/SO Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Oklahoma iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M4 [0.00] 09 BMW E92 [0.00]	Weathertech vs BMW OEM trunk liner Going back and forth between the two for M4. BMW one looks cooler but more generic. IE might not fit as snug as weathertech. Looking for one that has fairly deep sides. IE more box like to keep sand and dirt from getting out over the edge. Anyone have thoughts on either as far as fitment, stuff getting past the edges, flimsyness, etc.. Tried searching the forums but it seems like the search does not like two word searches even if you "" around them.
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FirstF80InSpace ///M You 344 Rep 619 Posts Drives: 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	I have the Weathertech version and it is solid. I've had patio stones and rocks on the liner and it is still mint.
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ilia Major 381 Rep 1,174 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Libertyville, IL iTrader: (5) Garage List 2017 BMW M3 [0.00]	+1 on Weathertech. I've had it on most of my cars and no issues with wear and it seems to keep the trunk pretty clean. Having said that I haven't experienced the BMW mat and can't comment on it. Also WT is manufactured in the US, not sure where the BMW one is made. Hope this helps. __________________ BMWCCA member 429244
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Prossx First Lieutenant 293 Rep 379 Posts Drives: 21 G82 6MT SPY/YMB Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Kansas City iTrader: (0)	I've used the Weathertech for about 4 years, its solid but there are a couple things I don't like about it. Was tough to get clean cut outs to exposure holes for the cargo net. The ends of the mat tend to curl up and its a bit stiff. The BMW might be better; have the BMW sport all weather mats in the cabin and they are excellent.
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08-09-2018, 08:58 AM	#5
JoeKixxon Captain 715 Rep 746 Posts Drives: 2016 M3 Sakhir Orange on Black Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin, Texas iTrader: (0)	I've never used the BMW one, but the Weather Tech fits excellent, looks good, and is very durable. Definitely recommended.
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derekh25 Enlisted Member 20 Rep 43 Posts Drives: 6MT F82 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Minneapolis MN iTrader: (0)	I have the BMW sport trunk mat. Looks good and works great for muddy shoes and a few coffee spills. I don't think it would stand up well as WT to patio stones as FirstF80 mentioned.
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08-09-2018, 11:27 AM	#7
goneloco First Lieutenant 129 Rep 397 Posts Drives: 2019 M4 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (2) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	I've had both. The biggest issue with the BMW liner is that it's hard plastic and the back of it (by the seat back) has a lip. If you're trying to put something long into the trunk with the seats folded, they catch on the lip. Whenever I needed to get 2 sets of golf clubs in the trunk I had to put the seats down and had to lift them over the lip. A real pain. The Weathertech mat just flexes and lets the clubs through. I got the BMW mat free. Gave it away and bought the Weathertech. __________________ 2019 M4 Coupe MG SS DCT ZCP 2015 M4 Coupe MG SS DCT (Trade) 2009 335xi Coupe Dinan Stage 2 (Sold) 2003 M3 Coupe (Sold) 1998 M3 Sedan (RIP)
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TheONE24 Private First Class 41 Rep 164 Posts Drives: 2016 M4/F82 MGM/SO Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Oklahoma iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M4 [0.00] 09 BMW E92 [0.00]	Solid info, Looks like weathertech it is. Thanks __________________ 2016 F82/M4 DCT. MGM/SO Ext. leather. All the buttons.
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08-11-2018, 03:33 PM	#9
wdskukm3 Captain 364 Rep 834 Posts Drives: 2015 F80 M3 and Model P3D Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Orland Park,IL iTrader: (0)	I work for BMW but I rather have the Weathertech over the oem trunk tray. Looks much better and functions better. Not a fan of that red lining either on the BMW. __________________ M Forever!!!!
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