What's it like to live with the BMW 218i Gran Coupe in Malaysia? | Review

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If someone says "Ultimate Driving Machine" one brand probably comes to mind. And it's incredible what BMW has done to convince people and enthusiasts alike that they make the best "driver's cars". But then there's the BMW 218i Gran Coupe, and almost immediately there's a problem. #BMW #bmw218i #2series
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - "Ultimate driving machine"
00:33 - Driving dyamics & performance
04:16 - Comfort
05:39 - Interior
07:35 - Build quality
08:22 - Design
09:28 - Practicality
10:53 - The cultural impact

Пікірлер: 65

  • @hansbig7550
    @hansbig75507 ай бұрын

    I own one, brilliant car: goodlooking, high quality, comfortable and very economic on fuel.

  • @UKArtlover

    @UKArtlover

    2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely I agree, I just bought a (15 month old) 220d here in the UK. That’s actually the perfect power plant with 400nm and around 190 hp ( they just stopped making diesel version also so it’s gonna be a rarity) i get around 61 Miles per gallon average on a mixed run , cabin has the largest screen version 8 speed auto and apple cp, in storm bay which is a lovely violet grey metallic … I love it ( and I came out of an X3 for a complete change )

  • @farharevenge
    @farharevenge Жыл бұрын

    So much hate comments by people who don’t own this car or can’t even afford this car.

  • @gerrardtin3208

    @gerrardtin3208

    11 ай бұрын

    This

  • @tomcologner1943
    @tomcologner19437 ай бұрын

    I own this car (218i) switched from Mini Cooper Countryman 2020. It feel and drives fantastic. Sitting position is great, good grip, on the highway performs well. For that money u don’t expect m4 performance 😂 For daily use it’s great value for the money. Drove both A Class Sedan and Mazda CX30 before purchase and they don’t compare to 218i. Cheers

  • @hansbig7550

    @hansbig7550

    7 ай бұрын

    As a daily driver my 218i GC is a very good car. When I want experience a far beyond M performance feeling, I take my Porsche.

  • @focus168168
    @focus168168 Жыл бұрын

    different models cater to different crowd. This caters to people who is usually driving alone or couple and dont have rear passengers. Another group is those who already owns a car and looking for a 2nd more fun looking one. And most people dont carry luggage everywhere they go daily. The bootspace is more than enough for daily commute to the supermarket or shopping.

  • @Maverick00774
    @Maverick007747 ай бұрын

    I own 220i and i absolutely love it has 2litre 195 hp and its just bonkers when u put on the throttle.

  • @potatoeskimos
    @potatoeskimos7 ай бұрын

    The car is sick and that's all that matters. Performance are for enthusiasts, this is entry level for most people to feel what BMW feels like. iPhone XR is one of the most best selling iPhone models out there, and it has a LCD. Why? Because it "feels" like a X, and that's what people want.

  • @henryheng9908
    @henryheng99087 ай бұрын

    Can't expect for a "entry level "...that's why ppl like us need to hear true reviews from guys like you ....good job mate .

  • @user-we9pd4ym3h
    @user-we9pd4ym3h9 ай бұрын

    I think you need to look at this car differently, (say) as a relatively eco-friendly alternative to a full hybrid. Compared to most full hybrids, it has reasonable handling and balance, a premium feel and (mostly) good looks. Think of the benefit of this small front mounted engine as emitting low CO2 levels rather than one lacking in performance. I am a petrol head and I've owned many (40+) cars including 6 M Sport BMWs. In my view, this car offers me (and perhaps others) a stepping stone towards a greener future and at reasonable cost without sacrificing driving appeal, quality or comfort. Reaching nearly 70 years old, I am at an age where I don't want to drive on the ragged edge anymore and to me this is still 'the ultimate driving machine', just in a different form!

  • @tom282
    @tom2822 ай бұрын

    I've got a 235i and a 330i, near always take the 235i. Its a great looking car with plenty of power and fantastic build quality. These reviews are usually biased. People always prefer either mercedes, bmw, or audi, and 99% of the time, they are needlessly harsh on the other brands they dont like as much.

  • @user-rf4dy7od8p
    @user-rf4dy7od8p8 ай бұрын

    Putting the car aside...one the best car review videos i have seen in recent times. Objective, candid and humorous. Well done brother.

  • @Wandering_Gg
    @Wandering_Gg Жыл бұрын

    We were looking to downgrade to something smaller from our Jeep and were looking for something for city driving and small. The 218i fits the brief and has been running like a dream. If I want power then I will go for a 3 series. Ultimately you get what you pay for. I think for city driving it is absolutely great but then that's just my opinion.

  • @blungs
    @blungs Жыл бұрын

    Very sporty look. Just put in a racechip for a more sportier drive.

  • @CWSern
    @CWSern Жыл бұрын

    This car is seriously good looking and something different offered by bmw after they pinjam the fwd layout from mini……not the best handling but I think the style is everything here 😅, not this car’s fault where the power output and drivetrain are less exciting, if they brought in higher specced 2 series gran coupe, how to sell their 320? Which to me is really lacking in power but thank god rwd at least the fun is still there…just enjoy the presence of this 218i at least people who willing to spend on this car can offer us something too look at in a traffic jam😅

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeap, definitely an A+ in the looks and badge department. Sorely lacking everywhere else though.

  • @anotherpointlessvideo3654
    @anotherpointlessvideo36546 ай бұрын

    Sounds like it's a homage to the E30. The "social experiment" was hilarious.... LoL

  • @lentonbenedict5274
    @lentonbenedict5274 Жыл бұрын

    your review about this car is by far the most interesting and idk somehow wholesome. especially when u mentioned about ur mom😢❤

  • @alantan3306
    @alantan3306 Жыл бұрын

    I always gave the arteon that is parks at my office basement carpark a second look 🙃

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    In all honesty...it is a good looking car.

  • @dzat
    @dzat Жыл бұрын

    Yup, if u want / need attention...that 218 will suffice. But if u just want to enjoy driving & prefer to remain low profile..that arteon will be a great choice....anyway, if u want more attention but still want a vw group product....can opt for an audi. 😀

  • @johnl9377

    @johnl9377

    Жыл бұрын

    You will regret if you are buying a arteon for daily drive. 😅

  • @muhammadasyrafiamirhassan7309

    @muhammadasyrafiamirhassan7309

    Жыл бұрын

    @@johnl9377 mind to elaborate?

  • @johnl9377

    @johnl9377

    Жыл бұрын

    @@muhammadasyrafiamirhassan7309 Arteon design might looks sleek. And it is very obvious when you drive to a street that are crowded, most of the people will look at your car 🤣. The bad things I doesn’t like about this car is: Don’t expect this car to be fuel efficient, drink minyak like hell lol, and the dashboard always have sound, the suspension have sound during raining. It’s weird that a 5 months old car have this kind of sounds lol. And the price is a premium car price lol.

  • @ivneoh
    @ivneoh7 ай бұрын

    I was considering this, but when i drove accord-218 was way out of the league; I went for accord instead.

  • @Minzoharcho
    @Minzoharcho4 ай бұрын

    Bro after the comment for sunglasses I just stop watching the video😂😂😂

  • @mendellalvarado4285
    @mendellalvarado4285 Жыл бұрын

    Were the rear windows on a kid safety mode? (purposefully not opening all the way)

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    Nope, that is as far as they will go. The price you pay for that slopping roofline.

  • @alyrus
    @alyrus Жыл бұрын

    hey Rory, why don't you consider comparing it against the Merc A class? Should be its better rival

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey! Sure, if I get the opportunity. --Rory

  • @gloriouscock2793
    @gloriouscock2793 Жыл бұрын

    id rather drove a 218 in my rather than 228 in us lmao

  • @semutpecah5340
    @semutpecah53408 ай бұрын

    Glad i choose G20 😅

  • @jianyangkoh6386
    @jianyangkoh6386 Жыл бұрын

    You should try 3 series

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm down --Rory

  • @noelchelliah
    @noelchelliah Жыл бұрын

    Actually I think a kancil would suit you better

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    Why is that?

  • @chrish2396
    @chrish2396 Жыл бұрын

    Arteon is different level , cannot compare to this. . The plus point is the frameless window 😌.. The badge, hmm.. It give an impression 'i can't afford 3-series'

  • @nabillarif
    @nabillarif Жыл бұрын

    the engine actually vibrates more and less refined than the similar capacity X50....

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes it is quite rough, and it's especially noticeable with start-stop enabled --Rory

  • @snapfire3711
    @snapfire3711 Жыл бұрын

    its the bmw for the rakyat

  • @abidinshaik1427
    @abidinshaik1427 Жыл бұрын

    So, where is the review?

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    Have you watched the video...?

  • @oginmylungssmokingclean9225
    @oginmylungssmokingclean92256 ай бұрын

    Got mine in production cant wait People hate but still drive your Honda accord is shit hole 😂😂😂

  • @ezzazlutfias
    @ezzazlutfias Жыл бұрын

    Aunty Siaw... your car not so Cool-Peh meh?

  • @joshuadoliveiro
    @joshuadoliveiro8 ай бұрын

    it's a car made for this era. and most BMW 'purists' have probably switched to SUVs already. Nobody puts their money where their mouth is.

  • @JohnsonLuvie123
    @JohnsonLuvie123 Жыл бұрын

    Broo..Im.a Car Guy..I will stare at the VW Arteon all day vs BMW 218i GC..

  • @FatBoyChannel101
    @FatBoyChannel101 Жыл бұрын

    This kind of car is meant to be all lookers non practical, underwhelming performance and ride. Car manufactuer knows that, but you could pick up girls with that, can I do it with my Iriz? No. Is it giving me a comfy seats even I'm in jam? F yes. There's something for everyone

  • @chrand1976
    @chrand1976 Жыл бұрын

    Personally, I think this was the most ridiculous review I have ever watched...

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    Жыл бұрын

    Why do you say that?

  • @dd-dd2co
    @dd-dd2co9 ай бұрын

    New passport? Aren't you a local, born and bred?

  • @garrbunn
    @garrbunnАй бұрын

    what an unexpected review…🤔…

  • @OdachiTetsunoko
    @OdachiTetsunoko8 ай бұрын

    We get it you're a biased hater because your first bmw wasn't a literal ferrari

  • @silverelgrandlow6298
    @silverelgrandlow6298 Жыл бұрын

    Honestly it is sad that the social impact and current generation are so obsessed with the image and brands. Because honestly as an enthusiast this is an AWFUL car. A terrible product. However the branding caché it has is enough for people to "upgrade" Honestly spending 1/2 the price on an X50 or about the same on an Arteon would be my choice. Because one thing that is missed in the review is Exclusivity. The BMW 2GC is now very common, and that cheapens an already cheap car.

  • @kishona69
    @kishona692 ай бұрын

    Not a real BMW yet it checks all the right boxes. Purists need not apply. Thanks!

  • @eugp4198
    @eugp4198 Жыл бұрын

    All it has is THE BADGE .. There is nothing special mechanically, exterior and the interior. The 320i is just a bit more but way much better in overall package. I think the 218i will soon be discontinued here because it doesn't make sense.

  • @frederick840925

    @frederick840925

    Жыл бұрын

    Discontinue? The 218i is the second best selling model after 3 series for bmw in Malaysia

  • @rabbitkille75

    @rabbitkille75

    Жыл бұрын

    Arteon will be discontinued instead

  • @CWSern

    @CWSern

    Жыл бұрын

    And when u bought a 320i people will still say u pretentious and can’t afford a 330i😂

  • @Tom-cf5lk
    @Tom-cf5lk10 ай бұрын

    This car is nice but underpowered

  • @soyacincautv

    @soyacincautv

    10 ай бұрын

    Agreed.

  • @Heaven-Audio
    @Heaven-Audio7 ай бұрын

    I own this car a year now. Couldn’t be more excited. Obviously you are a hater! It drives good it has good quality it is practical. You should do something else than reviewing cars. You don’t have it in every way!!!

  • @akoj3262
    @akoj3262 Жыл бұрын

    ok now i know why inside is so cramp and small ... because its a sports car and sports car is for the young and slim and need to watch budget mentioned interior cabin is quite premium... then went on to explain how its "QUITE" premium. it is not premium. very old school/backward kind of quality for the interior.

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