If I hadn’t found my M3 with low kms. I would have bought one of these.😊

@blazinmark1

Жыл бұрын

I literally did the opposite but with a 5-Series lol. I wanted an M5, but it was too harsh for daily driving in NYC… So I ended up with a 2021 M550i 😊 I love it!

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

@@blazinmark1 M550i is superb

@blazinmark1

Жыл бұрын

@@SamCarLegion I watched your M550i review, and I agree with it completely. (Not looking forward to the redesign, if it look’s anything like the new 7, then it’s a hard pass from me)

@chrisginoc

Жыл бұрын

@@blazinmark1 Very good call. People get so caught up in the having to get an M3 or M5 that they forget the daily driving of a full M car.

@SplashbrosGS

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisginoc m5 def stiff and you feel the road much more but you will forget about it once you push down all that 617 hp while realizing almost no cars can match stock to stock with an m5 unless is a 911 turbo and more exotic sports cars

This is the ultimate dad machine. I have a 22 M340i and absolutely adore it. Perfect for hauling the family around it and a bit of fun when I’m by myself. My commute is actually enjoyable, thanks to the Driver Assistant Pro package. Hell of a machine. BMW’s got a hell of an engine with the B58. Classic in the making.

@stanborisov9421

Жыл бұрын

Would it be the ultimate son machine? The dad machine has to be the M5!

@openranks4519

Жыл бұрын

Nah, M5 and 911

@openranks4519

Жыл бұрын

A 3 series is for women/a wife😂

@zscore219

Жыл бұрын

@@stanborisov9421 I don't know. I can easily afford a M5 or M3 but went with this because of the price to performance ratio and the fact that it's insanely fast for a daily. I'm not tracking thee things enough to warrant a proper M. Might consider M5 next time around but I don't see myself replacing it for a few years.

@saqu3197

Жыл бұрын

@@zscore219 legit actual question what do you do to afford a bmw m340i

Got this car in 2019 and couldn’t be happier. 3 years later still the best daily option. I prefer the smaller screen with buttons.

@beans2605

Жыл бұрын

Preset buttons are hard to beat

@awaisakram8573

9 ай бұрын

Does the 2019 have the b58?

@samuelfreericks168

7 ай бұрын

@@awaisakram8573theres a 2019 330i but to my knowledge no there’s not 2019 m340i they came out in 2020

@lorenzoconte4699

7 ай бұрын

@@samuelfreericks168 it came out in 2019

@sirpamplemousse9797

3 ай бұрын

I have my own M440i pre LCI with smaller screen and also new 320D Touring as a company vehicle. I must say I love both cars and both screens make sense. I am glad the faster car has a smaller screen, because it is much less distracting for a focused sportier driving, but normal commuting with weaker 320D, the big screen and tech are fine. So for anyone wanting to buy an M340i, I would go for an older model again.)

I bought a 2020 m340i. Love it! Sporty when I want and efficient when I need. Average 36mpg on the highway in Miami/palm beach traffic

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@avis1978

Жыл бұрын

No way you averaging 36 mpg on it. That's like 1 liter to 15 km. That's like an honda civic fuel consumption. You need to drive like an old lady doing 60mph all the time on cruise control, and that takes all the logic of buying an M340i.

@lastpally

Жыл бұрын

@@avis1978 I’m not lying man. Engine rpms at 75mph is like 1.5k. I just came from a 2018 civic Si where I was averaging 41mpg on the highway. Just use a light throttle, eco pro and coast a lot.

@lastpally

Жыл бұрын

@@SamCarLegion thanks for the videos!

@avis1978

Жыл бұрын

@@lastpally if you say so. Sam average 19mpg. That ×2 then what you say. That's more then i average in my 🐖 stinger, and i drive fast all the time. 90-100 mph on the hwy when ever i can.

If anyone is in love with this car but can’t quite justify financing one or whatever the case is. Look into the older gen 340i. Preferably an m sport. You can’t go wrong with the b58 in the sedan. Can make big power with less than $2k mods.

Also one HUGE advantage over the M3 - the front doesn't look hideous! The M340i looks properly good! Kudos for keeping the nice looks!

@BigPaPaRu

Жыл бұрын

Thats subjective, I think both cars look great. The M3/4 has a beautiful front end.

@iamtrillahd

Жыл бұрын

Thank GOD they changed that hideous front grill from the year before. BMW really has no idea what they are doing with design.

@OneTwoThreePunch

Жыл бұрын

The M3 grill has grown on me, but maybe because my 2023 comp is on its way from Germany now 😜

@G82Watts

6 ай бұрын

New grilles make the old ones look old i love them. Even better with an adro,vorstiener,or csl grille

The reigning king of this segment. B58+ZF8= perfection

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@Wicked_RotF30

Жыл бұрын

The N55+ZF8 were also great together…just saying.

@nicholaslong3010

Жыл бұрын

I feel like xdrive also makes it’s a cheat code.

@drivescene6747

Жыл бұрын

@@nicholaslong3010 that’s a huge factor. I remember a few years ago the RS7 was dominating drag races against the M5/M6 Gran Coupe and the E63/CLS AMG because of its Quattro AWD

@Bebopin-69

Жыл бұрын

I have to disagree: b58+ M4-6 speed would be even more fun if you accept to conseed 2-3 tenths to 100kph

The "hockey stick" is called a Hofmeister kink and is one of the traditional design feature of a BMW 3 series - it is all over the car too

I just bought my 2023 M340i, because of this review, so far the only down side in my car is it didn't come with the heads up display and no remote start unless I pay the extra $300, which that is not an issue I just wish it came with it pre-installed. Overall the power it has is mind blowing to the point I do not notice going 90+ mph in comfort mode. the sudden exhaust backfire sounds when you put it in sports + is a big +++

@JoiceVaderd

Жыл бұрын

BMW has always been like that and I love it. In my '01 330i and '10 328i XDrive, you can be going 90+ mph and feel like you're just gliding. Car doesn't feel like it's pushing so hard. Absolutely love these cars.

@kiingkay

Жыл бұрын

Damn. For the amount of money they want for this bad boy, I thought it would have remote start smh. I feel like that should be included already

I bought a 21 M340i. Personally disagree with the new front end looking more aggressive. The changes aren’t bad but the notches under the headlights were removed. It completely changes the look in my opinion because it used to look unique. The diffuser I think feels completely out of place unless you’re buying black and it all blends in. The lack of buttons and gear shifter crosses the line of practicality vs minimalist. Overall, it’s nice but I’m glad i got the pre-LCI

@VictorEstrada

Жыл бұрын

The removal of the shifter is a HUGE disappointment:(

@Kaiju007

Жыл бұрын

Old shifter can be retrofitted and vice versa!

@VictorEstrada

Жыл бұрын

@@Kaiju007 yeah but still, it's a disappointing move, being an M car and all, it really takes the joy of driving. I would rather them take the steering wheel paddles away than the shifter. It's like them making room for you to put your purse there.

@Kaiju007

Жыл бұрын

@@VictorEstrada would have liked a smaller flatter one like Audi. But in the end of the day people will get over it.

@linsanity6550

Жыл бұрын

Pre-LCI all the way mennn

Very nicely shot video. One of the best I have seen of the LCI actually. Brilliant. Just on the M mirrors. They fit very well here. They do nothing for performance its an aesthetic detail. Yes first was exclusive on M cars and now on M Performance cars. It’s just mirrors!

Absolutely incredible review! I subscribed based off of the structure of your video and how informative it is - not to mention the quality! However…I blacked out my badges! I believe it adds a nice, aggressive touch

Ordered one in Brooklyn grey, expecting it around march. Very dope car!!

Brilliant review! I love how you mention how it can do everything to a really high level (which is why i'm buying one), the supposed direct competitors to this are the Audi S4 and Merc C43 AMG, which are both not only slower, less tech-packed, but also cost more... which doesn't make them competitors. This car is closer in performance to the RS4 and C63, both of which cost significantly more than this. This car can go from feeling like a comfortable, quiet, smooth 5-series, to suddenly feeling like an M3 performance car in the flick of a switch, all whilst averaging over 35mpg which is insane. They could charge 20% more for this car and it'd still sell loads.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Unbeatable

@-matthew

Жыл бұрын

the s4 and c43 are also getting replaced next year…you’re comparing a new car to cars that have been out since 2015…

@michaelscurr9046

Жыл бұрын

I drive a 1M. I found the s4 2 be a bit sloppy like grandma. I drove an rs3 grey one. I couldn’t get rid of it quick enough when I found my current bmw.

@-matthew

Жыл бұрын

@@michaelscurr9046 i mean you’re also comparing one of the best handling coupe cars in the world to 2 family sedans, of course the 1m will handle way better. fantastic car

@michaelscurr9046

Жыл бұрын

You are right I was just having a poke. Can’t wait 2 have a drive of the new M2 when they arrive in 0Z.

Amen!! I have a 2021, it's just plain crazy fast. No one needs anything more. Great review.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Right on!

Boy. You really floored that car. I get like 30 MPG on a bad day. 35 MPG if I am driving conservatively.

Honestly the front headlights looks like every other car now. I remember my 335is had the angel eyes halo look, and that was a huge flex. I don't know if it's due to me being older now 44, but I feel like you really experience the drive with it being manual. That huge wide screen monitor iPad has to go. Besides that, the car looks pretty cool!

@mgjunior3998

Жыл бұрын

2023 Supra will have manual but yes a manual would’ve been great

@oni5909

Жыл бұрын

grill looks atrocious tho

@truthurts704

Жыл бұрын

@@oni5909 it's very acceptable especially among the other BMW's

@aliibn-muhammadal-sharif8568

Жыл бұрын

Thank the Lord you are not a car designer!

@oni5909

Жыл бұрын

@@truthurts704 no the last good looking bmw that was actually a bmw is probably the e46 m3 and e39 m5

Late to the party but great review as others already said. I have a fully spect M340i Touring on order and can't wait to get it 👍

Love the red and blue accents on the emblems 🔥

I have 2016 340 xdrive with 100k miles - I love it

Traded in my '21 M340i for a '22 M440i Gran Coupe. I just can't get enough of the B58 + ZF 8-speed. It's such an amazing powertrain.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

@porschegt2346

Жыл бұрын

My tuned X3 M40i is a beast! B58+Zf is my favorite combo right under our Porsches Pdk.

@e46m54nissansr20937

Жыл бұрын

What made you want to move to the gran coupe’ body style? I love both

That b roll in the beginning is smooth 🔥🔥🔥😍😍😍

im liking the exterior facelift but i like the previous interior better. but i agree about the new stupidly designed shifter

The M340i is everything that my sports sedan wants to be.

@SplashbrosGS

Жыл бұрын

Until you drive a m5

The big iPad curve screen is a deal breaker to me. If with the previous gen interior and the new exterior, this car would be perfect.

@305Nick

Жыл бұрын

I can get used to the curved screen. But them removing the actual shifter fuc*ing blows!!1 like seriously bmw wtf

Ive got a 2023 M240i xdrive that I bought used with 3,000 miles on it. This car is an absolute beast of a daily driver…0-60 in 3.6 or so…the performance at this price point is off the charts crazy.

Needs more drag races 👀

Pro tip for the viewers: Disregard sam telling you not to black out the M340i emblem. 100% black it out on trims without chrome exterior pieces. If it's the only chrome on the car, it's out of place.

@carlosgiovanetty3123

Жыл бұрын

I bought the blackout letter for my 330e and was waiting to do it…..until he said, don’t do it. I blacked them out before I finished seeing the end of this video!!!

wanted to buy a g20 m340i lci but went for 2018 M4Competition instead. 0 regrets, i love this car to death

Uuuuh I love the music in the beginning!...and the car is nice too.

Hey Sam! Thanks for the awesome review. I ordered one of these with the same specs. Right down to the anniversary badges! Traded in my Stinger GT1 AWD, which was a respectable car. The M340i should be on another level.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@CrunchyBlack_386

2 ай бұрын

Do you still own it?

Great review. A true drivers car. One of the best packages BMW offer.

M340i is such a great daily car with tremendous of power for everyday driving, spirited driving on country roads and fast autobahn drives. Interior is much better than F30, G20 interior is pretty much matched to 5 series. I would not change pre LCI 2022 for this new one because: 1) rear diffusor 2) imo worse idrive and screens 3) delete of gear shifter Ok maybe front end looks better but the rest....nah.

@jrlane567

Жыл бұрын

I think its quiet funny how he starts off with it has biggest upgrades from last year..then states the brakes are different. I don’t think the brakes changed unless it has the cooling performance package. Then when he gets inside he talks about removal of the gear shifter and how climate controls are not as easy. I was waiting for the upgrade the whole time. M340i is a beast though

@ErikM340

Жыл бұрын

@@jrlane567 Well, he has to say something. M340i is a great car no matter it's pre LCI or LCI. Technical changes on engine, brakes, steering, chassis are none so basically it's a choice of slightly changed exterior look and new infotainment. Maybe if there are changes on suspensions, maybe 245 front tires with "ZTK" package or some "M3" tweaks I would go for LCI.

@MrE.888

Жыл бұрын

Everyone forgets the "daily car" part and skips straight to "hurr durr, why didnt you get the M4 CSL, loser"

@skar9975

7 ай бұрын

I got the 2021. I think it looks better. This new one has too much gloss black plastic in the front , will look horrible when it gets chipped. The shifter missing, maybe not bad for right hand drive as I have in the U.K. as it’s difficult getting the cup out, plus keep pulling the shifter out of manual, which is not an issue with left hand drive. I hate the fake diffuser at the back of the new one.

Just bought one today! Fantastic car and review!

would love to try one of these b58s. Happy with my modified n54 but feel like im missing out on the party sometimes lol

Nailed it. Well done. I love my 2023 M340i...

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

I loved this video. So good and the vehicle is amazing.

Great review and I'm amazed that you're weren't stuck in bumper to bumper on the DVP.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

It was one special day 😂. Usually u are right bumper to bumper

Would love to have the 21-22 M340I. Perfect sedan for daily use.

I like my 2021 m340i. It’s got an actual gear lever

@AverageJoe84

Жыл бұрын

"Gear lever" for an auto. Meh. Rotary dials are far more luxurious and spacious

@bledtree3297

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoe84 pathetic.

Just picked up the same car and it’s amazing in every way! Very happy with my purchase

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Thank you for the great review. I really like how you will come out and say that this car is the best in class. Not many reviewers will just say this car is best but I like your style. Hope everyone has a great day!!

@rlsedition

Жыл бұрын

What do you expect a BMW owner to say about another BMW?

The hockey stick remark is actually the Hofmeister kink . it is on every 3 series .mainly the window pillars . Wilhelm Hofmeister former BMW Engineer and Division manager .

@cpl8168

5 ай бұрын

Kinky...lol

2021 in the house. Great daily driver and a monster on the track.

@NCF80M3

Жыл бұрын

Imagine if you could afford a real M car…. Yours doesn’t deserve the badging

I love my F30 and will keep it forever. Just wish it had that massive screen.

I agree with you on losing the shift knob, replacing it with buttons is just cheap and ugly. There's a certain beauty with a shift knob in a car, and much easier to use that stupid buttons.

@areufkingkiddingme

Жыл бұрын

Actually it has a shift knob now it used to be more of a shift handle

Section should’ve been called interior downgrades not upgrades

I like LCI m340i, you are right. S4 tried to beat, Mercedes C43 tried. None can compare because of that engine, drivetrain is perfect.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@drivescene6747

Жыл бұрын

Funny thing is, the S4 essentially created this segment, Mercedes was top dawg from 2016-2018 then BMW came in 2019 with the M340i and the rest is history.

@Areku06

Жыл бұрын

@@drivescene6747 actually it was bmw e30.

I sold my 2021 M340 XDRIVE for an M3 g80 xdrive and .... never looked back! different solar systems!:)

I got a 21 m340i and I love it! B58 !!

I have a X5 and really enjoy resting my hand on the shift knob.

"OHOHO THE WAY THIS THING TAKES OFF" meanwhile hyundai just casually driving past

@seanpoore500

Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha!!!

@italianjob4947

Жыл бұрын

Launched in reverse 🤣

@MrE.888

Жыл бұрын

Wonder what happened to the actually footage of that part.

Exterior looks fantastic. Motor is solid. Interior is a no go. Audi is going this direction too but at least they are keeping a more traditional shifter….for now. I want something newer (I have tuned b9 s4) but for some reason everyone is going touch screen minimal interior and for me (45yo Yank) it’s all a bit too much. Maybe I’ll buy 69’s -90’s car and make a resto mod. All that said, I do like the looks and performance of tbis car. Amazing.

love this guys persona :p

It’s always hockey sticks with you Canadians 😂. I have a 21 S4 now but this will likely be my next car.

best daily driver i have had since owning a F30 M4.

Like the multi9media display, but dislike the gauge cluster screen, should've kept with the old design

I will stick with my 2020 model thank you very much 😊

awesome 👌

Good review Sam 👍 You made great decision with your BMW 👏

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

Can you review the S4 now too

Very beautiful car and nice video.

wish cars were this cheap in my country.. would snag one up immediately!

No question the M340i is the top dog of its segment. But it'll never shake the public perception of being second fiddle to the M3. Always the bridesmaid, never the bride.

@drivescene6747

Жыл бұрын

That’s the entire point of this car lol. It’s a replacement to the old 335i. This is the mid tier model between the 330i and the M3, same as the old 335i was the best/fastest 3 series that wasn’t an M3.

@biddyboy1570

Жыл бұрын

Ahh the internet, so full of opinions. What do you drive BreakfastLover.

@TheBreakfastLover

Жыл бұрын

@@drivescene6747 that's exactly the point, to many the perception would be, "nice car, but why didn't you get an M3?" And it's worth noting a 330i with the M-sport package looks virtually identical to an M340i.

@TheBreakfastLover

Жыл бұрын

@@biddyboy1570 that's irrelevant but I drive a RS5 Sportback.

@drivescene6747

Жыл бұрын

@@TheBreakfastLover fair point. In my observation it seems the cars in this segment were intended to be sleepers, so the M340i looks like a 330i, the C43 looks like a C300 and the S4 looks like an A4 with slight differences here and there. I think these cars were meant to fly under the radar…….really quickly lol.

“My favorite part about this car, the mirrors” tell me you don’t drive without telling me you don’t… drive

You actually do good car review.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🥹

2021 is amazing, truly amazing machine

Definitely agree with the M side mirror comment

Bought a new 2021 M340x drive awesome car!

Amazing car. Almost bought it new in Germany but I went for the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio because it was actually cheaper after dealer's discount. 80-86k is the asking price atm in Germany for 2022/3 model with great spec. Last year in December I got an offer from BMW for 60k for 2021 model. Price went up 20k within a year. 80 is way to much for it since you are very close to M3 M4 territory.

@stevemiller1626

Жыл бұрын

The Giulia handles much better than 3 series and the QV is epic. Enjoy!

This car is crazy 🔥

Hi Sam thankyou for the great review... I'm from Ottawa area and used to drive a 2008 335 sedan... it had great power but terribly rough ride probably due to the stock suspension and run flat summer tires it came with. I now drive a 2011 328 coupe which may not have the same power but definitely a smoother ride. Now I'm looking at 2023 M340 ...do you think speccing it out with adaptive suspension and non run flat tires would help making the rider smoother? The other vehicle I'm thinking of is the 2023 X4 any thoughts would be appreciated

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

The ride even with adaptive suspension is smooth. The difference from normal to sport, is small. Slightly stiffer, 18% to 20%. The X4 is a larger vehicle, seating higher off the ground. The engine is the same technically. The best is to drive them, and see if you actually need or like the SUV. Cheers

Wait, "the way this thing takes off..."????? I saw TWO cars passed you while you are saying that.

Shift knobs for an automatic...are for complete knobs. The little nugget shifter is great! Why have a huge shift knob when you don't need it? Click the nugget into drive, reverse, it's super easy! You actually appreciate that there is no clutter or a big knob in very short order. It's not a manual transmission, why need a huge knob? I love it!

Great. Is this colour called Dravit Grey?

Stepping out of my S63 engine into the B58 was not enough to sway.. sound alone of 4.4

I love my 2023 M340i!

@samcarlegion actually it seems BMW lied us a lot about the performance of this amazing engine. This beast actually makes around 410hp at the wheel which translates to around 440hp at the crank! Which is STOCK! It was measured on dyno in an 2022 m240i xdrive!

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

A little secret from BMW - kind of like an easter egg 🤪

Great review! The only car I would choose over this one is the G42 M240i 😄

@musterbeispiel5725

Жыл бұрын

Allen bmwdurham What do u think of new BMW M2 (2023)?

Orange Leather iPhone 14 Pro case with orange leather watch band! Excellent combination!

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

For a young guy and his growing family, this model is perfect. It's faster than most other cars on the road and looks handsome. If you are single, this car could break the ice for you. My own M2 does that in spades!

@Wicked_RotF30

Жыл бұрын

Crazy how how women claim to not be materialistic, but can’t look away from a nice BMW….

This and the LCI X6 are the only BMWs that look amazing at every single angle

Hey, Sam! May I ask you which brand is the watch you wear during the video ? Thank you

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Oris Aquis with Orange band

I hope I get a good price. I am looking forward to trading in my q50 2018 luxe awd for the 340i xdrive

Shift knob looks better for a sporty car, and the display panel looks good but looks poorly incorporated to the dash.

It would be great if you could make a back to back comparison with the M240i. To tell you the truth, I am in the process of choosing one of the two, and I could use some help. I really enjoy your videos.

@SplashbrosGS

Жыл бұрын

M5, u wont regret it

The grill on this car looks a lot better than the G8X grill! They should have given an option to have this on the M3 (instead of the hog snout).

m badges everywhere is confusing with M models reducing the exclusivity , agreed

I agree.. bmw should’ve left the shift knob in their smaller line ups. ex 2, 3 series They could have upgraded the shift knob from 2022 Nevertheless we’ll get use to it because the car is fabulous

@305Nick

Жыл бұрын

nah f that. I like resting my hand on it & sometimes using it for manual shifting. Glad i didn't wait for LCI

19mpg?! You ARE a maniac. I’m getting 27-28 combined. 35 freeway.

Sam as I have stated in many of your videos. The B58 is the king! Nice job brother!

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

It sure is!

@dpro5321

Жыл бұрын

Well, S58 is king but the B58 is the next in line

The LCI ain’t better, touch 1-8 buttons sorely missed when I took a test drive in one. Decided to buy the non LCI model because of this. Front however does look nicer, the m mirror caps though is just funny, prefer the gold/grey caps myself.

Sam make sure you slide the f80 around in the snow this season. I have a blast doing it here in Chicago. What winter tires did you go with by the way? My f80 needs a new set.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

Hey bud, I got Nexen Winguard Sport 2 19 Inch Staggered. I read some reviews and ratings, also 3 guys that had them, they loved them. Not the most expensive but I think i wont drive this car as much in winter since I might have press cars.

@SamCarLegion

Жыл бұрын

The summer ones, I am definitely not cheaping out 😊😊. The rear Michelin are new, I will get new for front :)

Wish this came out in 2017. Paid 98k for my f82 brand new. If this was available I would’ve gotten this instead.

class leader

What colour is it? Looks so good

Strangely it’s the size of old e39 five series with more power than e39 m5

That car is a beauty.

What color is this one? The Brooklyn grey or skyscraper?

It’s crazy how this has almost 100 hp more than the equivalent model from 5 years ago