Another well constructed video - this guys content is one of the best - keep it up mate and thanks for plugging us here - I would pick a golf r over both of these all day!

@matp111-9

Жыл бұрын

I know the star of the show is meant to be the two cars, but I cannot get over the 5 star production quality of the video. Very engaging content.

M135i allday💥💥🙌🏾

Bought my M135i 2 years ago from church’s, great people to deal with, very happy with my purchase.

Great content thanks

@hampshirephoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Getting my a35 next week can’t wait

A35 every time, great episode, great review 👏👏👏

Drove both then went for the A35, not much in it at all comes down to personal preference. The m135i felt slightly better rounded but ultimately dull when pushing hard.

You need to add that this company buy all top end cars, thats what they specialise in, I bought a Audi TT years ago, couldn't touch one the same spec any where in the country for the price, they are truly experts in finding these cars.

I’d have the M135i, the Remus back box and the Motech kit is just amazing

@GBFeb72

3 жыл бұрын

Agree with the Remus and some bits from Motech. The motech Bola wheels are spot on

@shadygiz

3 жыл бұрын

yup, i had the OPF remus race system fitted on mine back in september at Motech, sounds a totally different car. Getting some pops on downshift now even with OPF still fitted

@polopolopopo

Жыл бұрын

don't forget the expensive fuel and maintence

@kipdrordy6858

Жыл бұрын

@@polopolopopo the maintenance is really not expensive at all if you're taking care of your vehicle

Everybody different bm with kit and in black right wheels would be sick but merc in black as standard is amazing as well, maybe both with a tune would sway decision 🤔

What would have been funny is if your old golf R was still on the forcourt lol and you had the chance of an AMG A45 but you went for the BMW M140i

The A35 has 19” wheels not 18” like you stated @4:50 - but great video 👏🏽

@duncandunn1930

3 жыл бұрын

Standard is 18 inch wheels

Great M135i it’s TRL old demo car 🏆🏆

Neither, especially not from the most overpriced dealer out there 🤣

We test drove both cars before we went for the m135. The biggest reason is that the road noise in the a35 is incredibly loud compared to the bmw. The amg also has a really low roof, soo me being 6'3 had a hard time fitting in it... Also the ground clearance is suuuper low on the amg, at 10.3 cm I think, so we could not even drive it at our home area because of the speed bumps... It has the same ground clearance as a Lamborghini huracan which is insane to me.

@Barrick_Creative_Media

21 күн бұрын

@henrik5360 I agree. I'm just switching from a 2017 Mercedes A200 having test drove a two year old M135i three days ago. The BMW is way quieter than even my older Merc. I viewed an A35 AMG but didn't take it out. The fit & finish of the interior just isn't as good as the BMW. I collect the M135i in a few days. Can't wait 😁

Would love a full review of that 1 series, do you happen to have a link/handle?

I got a a35, love mine. Put a tdi tuning box on mine and a pipercross air filter, wind deflectors, and tinted front windows. Gloss black on badges and on the front grill bars Plenty fast enough for UK roads

@OA-nc2fc

3 жыл бұрын

Does the tuning box make a huge difference? How comes you put an air filter on ?

@scottp4547

3 жыл бұрын

@@OA-nc2fc it seems like it does, but not ever dyno’d it I just heard the pipercross filters r better I not a boy racer by any means I 33 The tuning box does seem to make it faster but cud all be just physiological

@Buzzshot_GW

3 жыл бұрын

Careful with the tuning box mate-better off getting a map. Heard of more than a couple people having problems with them

@scottp4547

3 жыл бұрын

@@Buzzshot_GW as in what problems?

TheM135i is a stunner👌🏾

The Mercedes looks so much better IMO, internally and externally! Understand it’s personal preference though

@lordyacht

3 жыл бұрын

The Audi S3 is way better than both of these.

@doomldn718

3 жыл бұрын

@@lordyacht The new Audi S3 is trying way too hard to look sporty. Looks awful

@Sorry24538

3 жыл бұрын

@@lordyacht they ruined the new s3 they put so much more work into the new golf r

M135i for me

I’d have the m135i

Ordered my first ever BMW the M135i. I wouldn’t go near rear-drive M140i. I guess I’m the customer these cars are chasing. Still plenty of choice for something more … scary? I’ve also ordered this colour - actually called Storm Bay. Prefer the standard grille over this gloss black version, too. A35 interior looks great, but maybe not as well-built and the BMW’s plenty stylish enough.

@rossharley9016

Жыл бұрын

Same here, the M140i is laughably ugly, great engine in the B58, highly tunable but an ugly vehicle and not fun in the wet, I love the xDrive system

@simonhancock518

11 ай бұрын

@@rossharley9016 Agreed, I've got an M235i GC Xdrive and was being followed by an M140i (closely, thought he was a clever shit). Driving near York, road was a bit damp, came off a roundabout and floored mine up to 60mph, i was off, watched him in my rear view mirror try to do the same and he was all over the place, i could see his rear end fishtailing from a distance. I obviously hurt his feeling as he nearly caused a crash a couple of minute later trying to over take me and few other cars at the same time.

M135i all day love mine with all the m performance accessories. A35 is gutless and slower than the m135i and is so noticeable when you jump from one to another but personal preference

@guest5659

3 жыл бұрын

The BMW has more torque so yes it does feel a tad more urgent on the roll but neither car is hardly what you call slow. Also the BMW isn't as fast in the twisties, the A35 I felt can carry more speed and has more drama through the corners due to the set up.

@SH7SH7SH7

3 жыл бұрын

@@guest5659 a35 just looks way better inside and out so I’d take that over the bmw. The real world difference in speed wouldn’t be much I reckon (coming from a tuned M240i owner)

@adifferentangle7064

2 жыл бұрын

Sure, if you take the motor out.

The M135i and AMG A35 are definitely very similar. I wouldn’t imagine that they are more similar to each other than the S3 and Golf R are to one another.

You should move from a golf r to an rs3 to an a45s imo

I lean ever so slightly towards the M135i

Look on car wow and the head to head on these two cars and the m135i beats the A35 to the line. But I’m the owner of the m135i and so biased 😁

@guest5659

3 жыл бұрын

Top gear and Evo prefer the A35 so go figure.... Personally I think it's a mistake if you base your purchase on a review rather than your own requirements.

Tried both car. For a daily car and some track use, I would pick the m135i. First thing I would change would be the tyres PS4 S. I would say if you are a boy racer, A35 would be the car for you.

@EskiLdn

Жыл бұрын

boy racer in a automatic ....?

Simple, any of them

BMW's rear looks so goood

bmw for me

Its taken me a while but having my new AMG A45S delivery from Mercedes Swindon on Thursday. Then off to DMS in Southampton for an upgrade from 420bhp to 480bhp. Gives 0 to 60mph 3.1 secs and 100mph in a tad under 7secs. Can't imagine where I would use that sort of power but its nice to have it tucked away under the bonnet. Love my Q cars and always have. No roof spoilers, fins or upgraded exhausts on the AMG. Plain and simple with just the standard twin exhausts giving it away. Love to hide my light under a bushel, Sorning my (14 year old from new) R32 in storage as they are becoming collectable now. Can't get over the fact that the power of the AMG is almost twice that of the R32 which was and still is no slouch. Happy days ahead...

@mindevo

Жыл бұрын

yeah right/...🤣

Is the merc exhaust standard 🤔🤷🏾‍♂️

M135i once motech have handled it 💪🏻

@CJax749

3 жыл бұрын

The grille on the bmw ruins it imo😬

@r4nn3rd

3 жыл бұрын

In black and in person is 100x better 🤷🏻‍♂️

@CJax749

3 жыл бұрын

@@r4nn3rd I don’t doubt it😁

A35 hands down!!

M135i All the way💙

M135 clearly sounds better and is faster but A35 looks better inside and out (better from front only imo)

Can anyone advise which has the comfiest seats?

Just bought a A35 gonna pick it up next week. Previous ride was a F21 M135i. This new one just doesn't appeal to me and it's no longer a BMW to me because a real BMW is 3.0L six cylinder haha.

M135i for me all day long! Interior quality is far superior to that in the A35. It has proper buttons not the haptic controls found in the new Golf R or the fake Lamborghini vents found in the new S3 (the new VAG cars feel like they’ve been done on the cheap inside). Exterior looks of the M135i aren’t to everyone’s taste, but I like the design direction, hence why I bought one!

@w00t777

3 жыл бұрын

yes, the BMW for sure. The A35 have issues only after 3 months of ownership, with rattling interiors. Quality is just not there, which is real real shame

@FusionTechCinema

2 жыл бұрын

Of course you’d say the bmw is better because you own one so you’re biased but from an actual distant pov the benz is definitely better in quality.

@sbeck123

2 жыл бұрын

@@FusionTechCinema I’ve owned both actually. A35 is slower and although the interior looks good, the quality of finish is poor. I moved it on very quickly in favour of the BMW.

@jamesmarsh2828

2 жыл бұрын

@@FusionTechCinema the amg is undeniably worse quality its nothing to do with bias

Is it not a a45

Prefer the exterior of the M135i, it’s fresher and a lot different to previous generation 1 series. The A series isn’t massively different in looks to the previous gen and is starting to look dated. Can’t deny the dash in the A35s grabs your attention straight away but I wouldn’t buy a car based on its infotainment system. The BMW is better quality , the Merc , more bling. Personally I’d rather go for a 2 series or a JCW Clubman.

You could tell he was going to go with the A35 very early on in the review from previous bias. It’s an interesting view, I’ve just bought an m135 having tested both. He keeps mentioning how the merc is the quicker car. It really wasn’t when I tested it and the lower torque figure really left it wanting. I wouldn’t care because I loved the look of the A35, however when I tested the m135 it was instantly the drivers car of the two. When I brought the A35 home to try in the garage, a neighbour popped over who’d just sold his. He began to list off reason after reason to avoid at all costs. Poor seats on longer journeys including sagged leather. Poor interior build quality, having to pack up areas of dash to prevent creaks. Constantly in and out of the dealership for issues.

@km4089

Ай бұрын

I test driven both and I totally agree, The BMW m135i is far better quality all round, the seats were much more comfortable and supportive and made a far superior daily with the option of fun when needed.

@stonboy

Ай бұрын

@@km4089 yeah well we are 2months in on the 135 now. Initially I really wanted the merc more so for the looks. I’ve just got ours back from the body shop, with the full m performance kit installed. So pleased we made this choice as I’ve now grown to prefer the looks of the BM

The m140i should be an xdrive aswell.

@robinhosleftfoot

3 жыл бұрын

Wish it was but only in LHD

BMW 135M, I would buy a X Drive. You definitely can’t go wrong with another!

Love the M135i

How does this twin clutch compare to the torque converter on daily driving? Smooth as or jerky compared to TC?

@simonhancock518

11 ай бұрын

Golf 7R to M235i GC owner, its barely noticeable in daily driving, slightly notchier, thats it. However that adds to the fun a bit as it makes it feel even faster and aggressive.

BMW!

I went for a high speck 135i yes the A35 may have better inside but the bmw engine is bullet proof while the mercedes still not sorted the problem with there engines that can end up costing loads and mercedes after care can be crap , i had a 2019 m1 then a 2019 A200 and bmw much better to deal with so ive had a 2023 improved m1 135i

I have a 2019 A250 and 2022 M135i, Merc interior does look better visually but in my experience (also had A200) the Merc interior is cheaper made than BMW. Lots of rattles from Merc interior which is the same as A35. BMW feels much better made.

@kampira1

6 ай бұрын

The difference in interieur I see that immediate.

A35 looks a lot better inside but outside the bmw looks nicer Mercedes are always miles ahead with interior design but I would have to go with the bmw it’s more of a man’s car the Mercedes is the women’s option in my opinion

M135 easy!!

A35 AMG looks so much better both interior and exterior ✌️

Must be the BM Luke!! My mate has the merc and he’s had issues.

@Matthew-nq9lj

3 жыл бұрын

I've had my A35 for 6 months got the premium plus and not had any issues so far!

@OA-nc2fc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Matthew-nq9lj shoulda got aero pack

@Matthew-nq9lj

3 жыл бұрын

@@OA-nc2fc Its either get the aero pack and pay 600 pound tax a year or not get the aero pack and pay 150 when you can add the wing at a later date

@OA-nc2fc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Matthew-nq9lj but wont be oem parts. Pain in the ass to get all canards and stuff. aero pack night edition alloys look 10x better imo.

@Matthew-nq9lj

3 жыл бұрын

@@OA-nc2fc You can put that on your order then can't ya!

Mixed opinions & it all boils down to personal preference, I guess! Personally, I think the BMW has an all round better build quality, a lot of cheaper “scratchy” plastics in the Mercedes. The exterior of the Mercedes is also looking dated compared to the BMW. But they are both lovely cars in their own right👌

I hate the paint on the Merc, BMW much better paint but apart from that it is a hard choice.

@JohnGuidetti751

3 жыл бұрын

@v811gfg Have you heard of something called matte paint....

@v811gfg

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnGuidetti751 Yes that and satin are the hardest to maintain give me a regular paint evey time.

Merc every time

If you like quality then go for bmw

Interior in the Mercedes is better in my opinion

The A35 AMG is faster and "cooler" but the M135i Performance is better in build quality and materials

A35 🔥🔥🔥😍

M135i (bias) 👌🏻

Merc interior looks tacky as hell imho, must be my age.

@RsDv5

3 жыл бұрын

I feel the complete opposite, my dads e63 has made me fall in love with the new merc interiors

@93455Driver

3 жыл бұрын

Agree, not a fan of the look or the squeaky build quality (first noted this when watching the Throttle House Merc reviews). Not a fan on the crazy BMW new gauges either :/......definitely my age.

@TheABS2820

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t care about the interior. Even if it’s the best hot hatch in the world it’s still a hatchback n I don’t prefer them for no reason.

The 128ti is less money and even or better driving.

Going through this predicament at the moment. As a rule I don't like BMW's. I currently have an a200 amg line but want something with 300hp that's not a golf. The a35 just doesn't really do it for me looks wise. The amg bits look really pathetic. The wheels are lame and the spoiler looks like a cheap add on and doesn't suit it. Not much else to choose from so now looking at the bmw which is growing on me. Shame the interior doesn't have a bit more Pizzazz!

of course a35

Teh steering wheel is heated : you should try a sweater also

pick the beemer

Who cares.. just buy the car you want.. I got for my self a M135i Mperformance.. so everyone has his own choice to buy what he wants.. it's still just a car..

@staycasual7203

3 жыл бұрын

It’s life or death, bro

wich should you buy mmm the s3 cuz it's the fastest more luxurious stronger engine stronger gearbox so ye

Even as a BMW fan, I would take the A35. Utterly terrific car. But Golf R is the best all-rounder.

@GodSon10

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly, you cant go from a golf r to any of these

@daris3673

3 жыл бұрын

I think the s3 takes the all arounder titel

@maxmorris4562

3 жыл бұрын

bmw is better

@simonhancock518

11 ай бұрын

I've gone from a Golf 7R to an M235i GC, its a step up in my opinion, build quality, the feel of the drive, the lack of the stupid child like pops and farts. The only thing thats a tiny let down is the lack of full DSG box. As long as you're not a traffic light warrior you wont miss that in daily driving. Most people who comment on these videos have never had either.

M135i clear

I hate to say it the new 1 series is terrible .

The BMW has mediocre reviews at best while the AMG has the better driving experience

A35 such a premium looking car.

@jasonhallam2644

3 жыл бұрын

such a crappy looking car, looks like a ribbed condom

@chrismlarge1

3 жыл бұрын

I agree mate looks amazing

35 all day 💨

The a35 looks better and has the better gearbox, it’s a shame bmw don’t use the zf.

I think the golf 8 R is the best with the performance pack with drift mode

@DaleSteel

3 жыл бұрын

The new r looks nice but its a golf so automatically disqualified for been boring

@OA-nc2fc

3 жыл бұрын

Bruh it’s a vw. So boring

A class front headlights look terrible. 1 series could now be a kia if there was no badge.

BMW for me nicer interior better looking and both deliver on performance so looks and comfort for me

Yeah I’d have the new S3 (coming from a M240i owner)

The M135i stops at 2018 for me, and pre lci being my preference. I think the latest one looks like a Ford Focus, which is ok but not for me. Plus the engine is way too small

@rossharley9016

Жыл бұрын

300+ bhp Rear wheel cars and UK winters don't go together... I've seen it plenty of times with the old M135/m140i's lying all over the place, I wouldn't touch them plus they look absolutely awful, look like an old shoe or a rollerskate

@taffyboy1978

Жыл бұрын

@@rossharley9016 opinions mate. My M135i was 430bhp and never had a problem

135i all day. Exterior looks better, it’s got a bit more pole too. Though if it wasn’t for VAG terrible infotainment system I’d be tempted by the mk8 golf R. Genuinely not a fan of the A35 cabin at all. Build quality is poor, user interface not as good as bmw, looks chintzy and cheap. Subjective but that’s my opinion.

@staycasual7203

3 жыл бұрын

What’s “pole”? Bro.

@slen6293

3 жыл бұрын

@@staycasual7203 poke... fat thumbs over here brother 😂

@staycasual7203

3 жыл бұрын

@@slen6293 I forgive you brother, peace to your fat thumbs 💯👍🏻🙏

Neither, save your self a lot of money and get a M140i

@stevelongmore7836

3 жыл бұрын

And then learn to drive it before you write it off going round a bend ☺️☺️

They downgraded the previous 140i to the current 135i by a whole 40 bhp. What's the point buying it over the 140i then?

@rossharley9016

Жыл бұрын

It's supposed to double as a daily but give you nice performance as well whilst remaining fuel efficient, whereas the old car was all about performance hence the 3L B58 engine which guzzles

Merc is miles apart for spec and mods

Neither. Why pay 10k more for the same as a golf r? just buy the R if thats what you want. the BMW isnt as good as a 140, the A35 isnt as good as the 45, but both cost more than competitors

MB!!

M135i lci or the m140i. Not these 2 A class’s 😂

M135i all day and that’s from an S3 owner. The A35 is gutless, trust me.

@Buzzshot_GW

3 жыл бұрын

Why trust you 😂

@Michael-yz4mc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Buzzshot_GW Just a saying mate calm down. The reason I say it is because most car journalists and KZread channels have ulterior motives etc. I have driven all of the above and a fair few others and it feels noticeably slower. Once rolling it didn’t feel much faster than a GTI PP.

@Michael-yz4mc

3 жыл бұрын

@@Buzzshot_GW I see why it hit a nerve seeing as you bought one lol 😂

@Radiation580

3 жыл бұрын

M135i💙

BMW have ruined their front end with the grill its totally put me off them i rather drive the mercedes benz a35 tbh

The roads you were driving on is my commute to work which is weird😂

Why do neither of these cars excite me. It still boggles my mind that BMWs flagship 1 series hothatch has less power than the previous model

@apachehelicopter5001

3 жыл бұрын

It’s just a carbon copy of all other hot hatches now

A35 for me, 100%

A35 100% better inside but the BMW looks nicer outside

Glb35

True. My mind says Merc but my heart says BMW😭

@Buzzshot_GW

3 жыл бұрын

May as well get the merc. Nothing “bmw” about the 135i anyway

@Radiation580

3 жыл бұрын

Go for bmw, the interior quality is much better

Neither, buy a 2019 m140i

The bmw looks better in the back

I don't care what the BMW "enthusiasts" say, the new M135i is a foocking brilliant car. Forget RWD. Forget M140i 6CYL. This new platform is IMPRESSIVE. If you're a nerd, read into the new ARB Traction System that it uses. BMW took the electrical stability system from the BMW i3 and repurposed it for the M135i. Simply put, it uses a traction control system quick enough to react to electric power... so yeah, it's pretty clever

@OA-nc2fc

3 жыл бұрын

Did you just say they use tech from an i3 ..

@elliotmiller5398

3 жыл бұрын

@@OA-nc2fc It’s not as awful as it sounds. Read into it