Anybody watching this, concerned about getting a manual, with the so called offset pedals. Don’t be. They are offset, ever so slightly, but not in anyway problematic. I took a manual out on test today, very comfortable car, soon get used to slight difference in feel. Barely noticeable. The way it’s described in some videos, that you feel like your feet are out of the car, or twisted is a massive exaggeration. I went through all the gears nicely, and operated the clutch comfortably. The only noticeably difference is having less room to rest your foot when you’re not accelerating. Go auto if you want an auto, but don’t do it based on the offset pedals comments. Try it for yourself.

@FreewayDani

3 ай бұрын

a bit late but there is no justification for why you would choose a manual over the best in the market auto transmission system there is

I've got a F30 320d & it's completely faultless what a brilliant car

@zaker600

4 жыл бұрын

How’s it holding up? I don’t know if I should buy one because of the timing chain issue

@davolyncho5992

4 жыл бұрын

Zaker I only recently bought one, 150k miles on it, chain done, runs perfectly, great car.

@adamhussain2220

3 жыл бұрын

@@davolyncho5992 who buys 150k mile bmw. I bought my x5 from 2011 with 30k

@davolyncho5992

3 жыл бұрын

@@adamhussain2220 I do, it’s near mint, hasn’t had 1 issue, it’s perfect. As long as you look after a car you should get 250,000 miles out of it easy.

@adamhussain2220

3 жыл бұрын

@@davolyncho5992 idk I probo just have ocd as I think that the seats are crapp over 100k and it’s bound to break down

I have a 320d Lixury auto. Had it 4 years now. Not a fault ever once. Drives brilliantly. Rock solid driving and comfort.

Have to say, The 3 series is the best looking from its class.

@Zunimassa97

5 жыл бұрын

@Costel Coaie Yes

@Zunimassa97

5 жыл бұрын

@Costel Coaie C Class looks classier, however the 3 series looks tougher.

@MrAzzywazzy

4 жыл бұрын

Jaguar XE looks the best in this class!

@marnuscoreyempanadaslooseb6760

3 жыл бұрын

@@Zunimassa97 yeah C Class always looks classier but 3 series always has the sporty and in my opinion better look.

@pablllo010

Ай бұрын

@@Zunimassa97c class is taxi car. 3 serie for driving😂

" it`s gonna take a while .. there`s quite a lot of them " ---> cue tractor noise 0:58

I've had a 320 sport for the best part of 5 years now and its never disappointed me on a run. Travelling from the South West to Bergen in Belgium on a full tank of fuel and back again topping up UK side of the euro tunnel on the return leg. Awesome car :-)

Man now your in carwow

Thanks Mat for another great review! I have a 2013 328i and love it!! Brian

You guys make great reviews!!!... Greetings from Argentina!

was waiting for this review so long!!!

@infinite6683

3 жыл бұрын

it has been 9 tough years huh?

I have had my 320ix for 9 months and it`s a fun car to drive. The engine is very peppy and in sport it has plenty of power for me. I have the sport package that is a deal that makes car even more agile with the 18 inch tires. I had a 2011 328ix with the inline 6 and I don`t miss the added power that comes at a price in poor gas milage compared to this turbo 4 with over 30 miles a gallon so far. I get a kick out of the haters bitching about BMW mechanical issues. The car comes with a 4 year 50,000 mile all included service plan that is all you can ask for. When I get near that 50,000 limit I`ll trade her in for a new one like I did with my 2011. BMW treats you like you want to be treated and more so it`s worth the little more you pay. Both times I bought program cars with 4,000miles that knocked $5,000 off the sticker of $39,500 bringing the price down to something I could handle. I have enjoyed my experience with the 3 series the last 4 years and plan to continue loving my baby Beemer.

Excellent review Matt. This car will give the C-Class a run for its money.

Does anyone else find, that at least the 320d has very little steering feel? Even in the Sport and Sport+ modes, it just alters the steering weight.

this guy's reviews are the best

You forgot to mention how light and agile it feels despite the fact that its actually slightly heavier than e90,e90 just felt so heavy

This is one of the reviews that helped me make up my mind to get a 320d , love it, my first diesel also, been very happy with it even though its a lower spec SE model , its a great drive, comfortable frugal, and solid , i reckon i made the right choice.

@Ali-ew9gv

Жыл бұрын

How’s it treated you

@pixuull

Жыл бұрын

@billy - still love it?

@Eros1995anfield

2 ай бұрын

You had any problem with this car?is it reliable?

just when i wanted to see the review its here!

A bit of a toned down review, but always great to watch. Clearly one of the best presenters on the internet. Nice work.

Happy to see him again !

I have heard a lot of reviewers praise the F30 but that it's driving dynamics are not as precise as the E90. Any thoughts?

I love this BMW 3 series, it's look sporty, very nice exterior design!😍

Really enjoyed. Nice review.

i wait for 10minutes to let the video load up patiently on my 256kbps connection so that i can watch Matt reviewing full screen!! LOL!!

Oh, almost forgot how good these reviews can be. And damn, that's one fine looking car.

I second that. Before the stupid RFTs, the turbocharging and bland styling. The E36 and E46 were amazing BMWs. They were tight, solid, great handling and had that simple yet substantial feel when driving them plus they were beautiful to look at.

Outstanding review Matt! Ur awesome man! GLOVE box inside glove box was to damn funny! Hahaha the new 3 series will sell like hotcakes!

thank you for this rewiev

Best sports sedan .. best review.. Go Matt Go!!

Loved my 330e...Even though its heavy its still a fast and well handle car

can you do a video saying what you think is the best fun stylish family car . love these vids btw xxx

I'm a proud owner of a BMW 328i and I have to say, I absolutely love it!

@biggun2188

9 жыл бұрын

Tyrone I have driven the 328i and own the 328d (that's what the 320d is named in the U.S.). Both are great cars. If acceleration matters more to you then get the 328i if you want better MPGs get the 328d (320d). I will say that even though the 328i is faster, the 328d is no slouch. I have no problem getting up to speed on the highway.

@Garri1807

9 жыл бұрын

biggun2188 i believe the theres a 320d in the US, the only difference is the 328d having more power

The BOXING GLOVE made my day HAHAHAHA

These front sits are incredibly beautiful and comfortable!

Still got mine after 10 years (150,000 miles) Still loving in !! 😊

@richardjohnson4955

3 ай бұрын

How do you maintain it? That's incredible

@user-sy9jt5yo1u

2 ай бұрын

@@richardjohnson4955 Local Independent BMW specialist in Suffolk UK 🇬🇧 Always use genuine fluids ;-)

@user-sy9jt5yo1u

2 ай бұрын

@@richardjohnson4955 Local independent specialists

One of the best looking cars out there! Great job BMW!

Matt is still king of car review

Hired a 2014 320d for a month and drove it all over the UK , really lovely car and everyone loved it, neighbours, girls I pick, strangers

@ivodelev9794

8 жыл бұрын

+greathey1234 that's sport version, not m sport

Heard these 3 series got a timing chain issue around 70000 or 80000 miles

Getting my f30 335d drive in 3 weeks!!!!

once again good job :)

The engine isn't smaller, it still is the 2.0 liter diesel, only with 116bhp (316d) or 143bhp (318d) instead of the 184bhp of the 320d. My father's 318d F31 (so the Touring) hasn't got 1000miles (that means that the engine isn't runnig at its best yet) but already does around 55/60mpg, while travelling with the boot very full. That's impressive.

It's also a large too if you want to ask more about the windows

What do you know, #301. Love the car, love the review! Quality stuff.

What does everyone think off the BMW 3 series 318i auto 2008 UK?

Is that BMW SOS button specially made for 320d N47 engine which is prone to timing chain problems? :D

@serbanmircea4493

6 жыл бұрын

Roman N good point mate.if the chain will brake or the plastik piece where he is slying in,it will result in engine big damages,that can leave even to replace all engine.plus that,the brave engineers put the distribution....in the back of the engine.so....if you want to change distribution,you must take the all engine out.not so smart...haaaa?

nice review

excuse my ignorance but is it possible to buy a manual and then put in automatic in also, so it would be possible to use the clutch and 6 speed and then with a shift go into automatic?

can i get a reverse cam without having to replace the display unit

the car is equipped with comfort access which means you font need to use the key. What you see there is so that you hold the car's remote close to that symbol for when the car fails to recognize the remote.

Good for the BMW test drive it probe the good performance and safety mobility.

Agreed. Having had both, this is so true. Runflats + sporty = harsh but fun ride. Merc "floats" to your destination. :) Both wonderful, its like chosing between blone and brunette :)

HI watch the review again it explains how the pedals are not in line with the steering and seating position. Had that problem with a lexus is200 b4, now i have sciatica from prolonged driving. thanks

This was when matts job was Car Buyer but now its Carwow

i love this car already booked it :)

Brilliant reviewer for a brilliant car.

Drove a new 335i Twin Turbo 2 days ago.... I had so much fun driving it. I drove it fast but their was a lot of traffic in ATL so i couldn't go all the way on the floor.

@JELH so the pedals are not offset to the right for an automatic? My mom's changing car later in the year and she's considering this bmw3.

It's been a month or two and I still haven't seen the new one in on the road in Seattle yet!

The ad that played before the video was one for the Cadillac ATS, lolololol.

Can you review the old BMW 320 m sport

Luv it ... Just wish it came out in my country already;(

Sorry, I may be misleading people with my last post. Does the f30 use drive by wire steering system or just an electrical motor power assisted steering, as opposed to hydraulic power assisted steering?

was that the sport model? if not which one was it? I realise its not m sport... i meant SPORT for the record

can't wait for the coupe and the m3

Hi there , when are you going to do the Cadillac ATS ??? Thank´s

i have seen one today in canada !!!! woohooo, ...i can now die happy

@TheVtieg6 Havent seen the car in person, have we... this is one the most beautiful saloons EVER made, and probably the most beautiful on the market today.

great balance in the reviews! Sporty cars for Matt, city cars for Rebecca

car buyer, i suggest using a lens with a wider angle like how top gear does

is the 6 speed only for 2013 models?

yes the oil problem happened all over the world, but I heard that it's fixed now :)

Which is better. 320i or 320 d?

I was a long time BMW owner, and loved the last E90 I had. But when change time came, I researched long about the 2 liter diesel engines. Was truly tempted to get a 120d in mint state, but got scared by all the ruckus about the engine´s severe design problems. I hope they solved them on this 2.0 liter diesel engine model.

Damn. I want one.

oh ok! thx for the response

confused between purchasing new car suv:: bmw 320d prestige/luxury or merc GLA 200 cdi style or audi q5 or audi a4 or hyundai santa fe

@Gochevsimeon

8 жыл бұрын

Dad has a q5 and he loves it, it does its job really well but the steering is too light, idk about others but I love bmw and I suggest you just get these cars to a test drive they are all good

new 3 series!!! Awesome car!

Hi, I'm not a UK driver (spanish) and can't really understand where the problem is with pedals. I've always thought pedals had the same configuration as the rest of cars and looking through the internet, I found out I'm right. From left to right: clutch, brake, accelerator, isn't it? So, could you explain to me the matter please? Thank you, I'm just curious about it!

@MsaAlabdulkarim considering the 62mpg (3.79 L/100KM), 7.5 seconds is pretty impressive.

hum no they don't have AWD because understeer ruins the handling ....otherwise explain to me why does the 997 gt2 rs is faster around the nurburgring than the 997 turbo s?

What about the problems of the engine N47, this same 2.0 diesel? It's renowned for breaking the transmission chain.

The rear of the 3 series isnt aggressive enough in terms of the exhaust

I can't wait for the day I can get one of these!

@zaker600

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, the BMW is so cheap right now! Just make sure you are aware of the timing chain issue and don’t buy from a guy that’s floored the car 🚗

@Johnny24rs

Жыл бұрын

@@zaker600 Even 3 series from 2017 onward have the same problem with the timing chain?

@carbuyer Can u please review 6 series diesel version.

Clean diesels are the filter aided engines and it's the filters that cause the ultra thin PM to be emitted.

love this car...

Wow the pedals off set to the right?! " This is a complete deal killer to me, no matter what", thanks for pointing it out.

finally the car i be waiting!!!

might get this car Different colour tho

he is matt watson from carwow

does anyone know what this key drawing with the arrows on all bmw steering wheels @03:28 is for?

Now to review the Luxury and Modern lines!

I love my e36. If I had money i'd buy this one though :)

Why isnt the boot covered totally? I see metal, usually german cars have good isolation from dust and sound + you can always damage the metal if it isnt covered 3:56?

yes but in the US you buy the 328, right?

when they start selling it in the UK

I know he criticized it, but what's the reason for the pedals being offset?

and regarding the brembo brakes, from 60-0 the genesis does it in 114ft compared to the standard brakes in the bmw that does it in 115ft. For an extra 1 feet braking distance, that is hardly worth mentioning.

Matt should be telling us about that this is the 'Sport trim' so not standard spec.

@LASR71 I miss the tilted central console. I stick to my E46 for now.