1st Drive BMW M340D Touring 2021 - How does it compare to the brilliant M340i - 700NM Torque!

[@JoeAchilles1]

Hope you enjoy this one guys, it's taken a while to get my hands on the very popular M340d, definitely worth the wait! Please remember to give the video a thumbs up and SUBSCRIBE if you haven't already ♥️

[@Scott_McLeod]

Good review as ever Joe and I car I look to replace my 330d with. With the 48v MHT cars, you can not turn off the stop/start anymore.

[@newuser9871]

@@Scott_McLeod stop/start is off in the sport/sport plus/sport indivudual mode, but it works so good while in comfort mode that you don’t need to bother

[@TheKennyG64]

I have to be so careful when I look at your videos - I bought my X3M40i primarily based on your review of it about 2 years ago. I had my eye on waiting for the M3 touring as a replacement for the X3 - but i am really tempted by your reviews of either the M40i or M40D.........

[@stevehughes1834]

Been waiting for someone to review the 340d, having been driving one since July people need to know how good it is 👍

[@eduardomendes3430]

Thanks for the review Joe. I have the X3 M40d and I totally agree with you, it can have the best of both worlds, speed and "easy to drive". Keep delivering excellent reviews like this. Stay safe.

[@Alexanderdiezz]

BMW inline 6 cylinder Diesel engines are just Incredible!! The perfect balance between economy and performance. Love them in Touring 😍

[@a20axf]

I’ve got my 435d tuned and it will still get 60mpg easily at 70mph cruise on motorway in eco mode. Such a weapon for overtaking, very tempted by a 440i or 340d when I finally part ways with this one.

[@elliotsw8]

Correct!

[@90MinutenLang020Damsko]

I know you're not talking about the E39 525TDS automatic! Because that thing was vvvery slow and used more diesel than a Boeing 747.

[@Alexanderdiezz]

@@90MinutenLang020Damsko hahaha True

[@YordanHristooov]

@@a20axf same with my remaped 640d. It’s big and heavy but mpg same as 2l diesel 😁

[@dietofonlycokeandmemes6650]

I love a good middle finger to the EV market every now and then. Can't wait to see the videos of these cars with custom exhausts and tunes. Diesel engine, xDrive, touring body style, I think I've fallen in love.

[@grey9941]

The 3 series is such a pretty looking run of the mill car. Its best in its class. BMW have done so well with this model.

[@juhaniittymaki5421]

FINALLY! First M340d Review at all in English and it's from Joe! Awesome! 👍🏼

[@marcelcycling8055]

I drive a 330d Touring f31 sport and full spec, Its super smooth and the waves of torque are briljant and never get bored. And on long distance the fuel economy is unbelievable. Diesel has a place in the future.

[@swift2117]

Adaptive suspension ? Lci ?

[@FarideLadak]

I wonder if it will be offered in North America and with Xdrive? Ever since the VW Diesel fiasco, the marketing her is that diesels in cars is a dying market while the rest of the world offers diesel in many of their vehicles.

[@marcelcycling8055]

@@swift2117 pre Lci but with adaptive suspension

[@swift2117]

@@marcelcycling8055 nice, adapive is the only option that should have come from the factory for all xdrives.

[@marcelcycling8055]

@@swift2117 i have got the 2 wheel drive version. Even on 19” wheels with adaptive its has a lot of comfort

[@chrisburton4694]

I had a 335d f31 and really believed it was the best car in the world for everyday. It did everything

[@brianiswrong]

I drove a borrowed 535d (15 plate) for a day and .......wow. After a nano second of no boost,it went like a stabbed rat and at 70mph was just getting into its stride.

[@trevorshields7347]

I have a F30 335d with a stage 1 remap producing 420bhp and 756Nm torque and its a beast when you want it to be with 45 mpg on a run. Just love it

[@a20axf]

@@trevorshields7347 420bhp? What supporting mods do you have on it? I’ve got a 435d with 385bhp/750nm so would love to know how to get another 40bhp 👀

[@trevorshields7347]

@@a20axf it was a stage 1 remap, put a larger intercooler on it to keep the remps

[@trevorshields7347]

@@a20axf was a stage 1 remap. Put a larger intercooler on it to keep the temperature safe and also had the gearbox mapped because of the higher torque figure. As for the results you would have to ask the tuner. (DURHAM REMAPS)

[@deathcheatersguild4266]

BMW needs to bring these cool Touring Wagons to the U.S. 🇺🇸!!!

[@TheManmoths]

It’s strange that you guys never get them tbh

[@anis1630]

Can u buy Alpina in US? I Think that you can and it's the perfect BMW Touring Sport Wagon

[@billy98102]

I agree, the touring would be wonderful here.

[@ThexMJT]

USA loves its SUV's & Pick-up to much

[@mirceamunteanu4791]

Canada too, please :)

[@srbs73]

Really surprised how few reviews there have been on the M340D let alone the touring version. I expect you will get a ton of views Joe!

[@LandscapesDronescapes]

Can’t wait to see a tuned one of these. My F30 335d is running just shy of 400bhp and is blisteringly fast. Sub 4 sec 0-60 and still does 50mpg on a long m’way drive

[@LandscapesDronescapes]

@Bigger Issues I’ve had the latest software on a new ECU that was fitted after my car was stolen (and recovered) it barely managed 40mpg on motorway. Got a tuner to fix it with a rollback and a new map now getting what I originally got.

[@LandscapesDronescapes]

@Bigger Issues VRS in Northampton helped me. BMW were useless. Could offer no explanation why my car was doing 25% less mpg than before they replaced the ECU. A guy at AC Scnitzer told my unofficially it’s likely due to the emissions scandals. Basically lots of manufacturers were at it. Old software fixes it. Or a decent map.

[@chrismorley5245]

My 435d is tuned to 395hp on just a remap. A truly awesome engine. Didn’t know it was that quick. Wondered how I beat an SVR and TTRS from the lights😂

[@davejones8811]

Who did you get to map it? I'm thinking of getting mine done.

[@LandscapesDronescapes]

@@davejones8811 latest one is with VRS in Northampton. I’ve had another ECU tuned by Unicorn in Stockport. Both almost identical bespoke maps. Both highly recommended.

[@petripaa]

Perfect. I've been waiting so long for proper M340d review. Finally there is one. Even happier that it is from you, because we tend to have very similar preference what comes to cars. Thank you for this!!

[@Zsword92]

The torque on these is brutal! Feels like you can't breathe under 60mph!

[@jensenkingsland1946]

Can’t wait for a M3 touring

[@adimazga]

With that Buggs Bunny face? Never 🤣

[@MS-ql6yj]

Me too

[@DeltaDubai03]

Some years ago, the word was: "BMW have the best engines in the world. Their diesel engines are even better". It seems it is still true! Another brilliant video from Joe by the way. We are so used to it, we almost don't notice anymore...

[@onehorsepower]

When I saw that a M340i Touring is 1950kg EU with some options, I can't help to think that the diesel suits the concept better.

[@ntobekobhodoza1482]

Fake noise through the speakers is the only turn-off for me. Otherwise, a really great car and a great video from Joe as always, Thanks.

[@WarneysWorld]

Can be turned off in the settings fortunately 👍

[@sanghoonlee5171]

Gosh, that thumbnail looks mouth-wateringly good. The little black details really elevate this family wagon to bad-assery.

[@markholder6851]

I have a F31 335d and that is a beautiful smooth powerful car. As you said, i keep it in comfort mode. That does all i want from a car

[@MrNjmvideos]

Really good video - perfect balance of information and entertainment. Found the video whilst considering exchanging my F31 330D touting with an M340D Touring.

[@willb5590]

The BMW inline 6 diesels are great, I have an E92 335D with 420bhp and 800nm. Its done 150,000 miles and still going strong!

[@elasticsoldier0257]

I’m lucky enough to own 335d tourer , I bought it brand new in 19 and to this day it’s only covered 7k marvellous miles ,, Beautiful car that makes me smile every time I get behind the wheel of it.

[@eliottlaw4119]

Joe that was another unbelievable video. That M340d what be the best car for a road trip, my god I want one now.

[@allseeing357]

48v mild hybrid is what these things needed, they purposely provide torque-fill to overcome any turbo lag. An absolutely outstanding car, particularly as a frugal, extremely fast daily but yeah the lack of revs and short gearing probably do for it Vs the M340i as an all out enjoyable fast car

[@alexanderasner1689]

Finally a decent video about this car. I was looking all over the internet when I ordered mine, but nothing was available. Incoming Feb 2021. Can't wait.

[@santana9537]

BMW engines are just glorious!

[@webfreakz]

even the S85 engine?

[@santana9537]

@@webfreakz yes even the s85. My Dad had an e60 M5. He bought it with 10k miles and he sold it with 146k miles after 12 years. Proper service and regular maintenance meant that the only issue he ever had was an expensive wing mirror replacement

[@himbeertoni]

I ordered mine now! Thank you for this video. I’m happy, that I took the right decision!

[@Mangana238]

Ordered mine in Oktober,but because of this Pandemic it comes in February. Cant wait to drive it😍

[@himbeertoni]

@@Mangana238 Same here. Have to wait until May. Anyway, it’s worth to wait ;)

[@vitogiacalone8044]

Another honest and thorough review, in terms that even I can understand! Well I have just to convince my wife that this is the best BMW on production at this moment, then it'll be mine

[@bradulovic82]

Those engines (40i and 40d) are sweet spots for everyday driving. If you cover lots of miles during the week - get the 40d, otherwise stick to the 40i. And put that AC Schnitzer kit on it.

[@alien9114]

18i is ok to city driving

[@bradulovic82]

@Nomore4x4s I understand what are you saying and I agree, but by that logic, you dont need a BMW at all, Golf or Focus with 150 BHP engines will do the job you want. I was more commenting as if you could choose one car/engine for using it as a family car and as a sport/weekend driving on the twisty roads, then these engines are perfect for that role. You could also use 320d od 330i, you wouldnt feel any lack of power in them, but if I had to choose, I would always go for the Inline-6. Just my preference.

[@InSerTRSA]

Joe this is a great video. I've had my F31 335d for a few months now and at first I figured it was quite boring. But only because it does what you need it to do, easily. You've been able to articulate what makes these cars good. Thank you

[@rikosimmo]

I'm in an f31 335d and have had it chipped. A lot more exciting drive!

[@benrussell3085]

My M340d’s brilliant mpg is coming in handy right now

[@sardnenafets]

After driving this car for a couple of weeks: it is absolutely effortless. Great ride.

[@rgstar7702]

Why are all the new BMWs so beautiful except for the M3/4 :(

[@Usul-xp6ve]

Don't worry evolve automotive got it covered with their custom front bumpers. But i totally agree, how could they launch such iconic brand with that face. It looks similar to Giulia with does intakes and the slimmer headlights.

[@axcn4733]

Are you done kids?

[@hancock_sam]

As someone who knows how hard it is to make car videos, I just wanted to say how much I’m enjoying all of yours. Super helpful, really informative, relatable and enjoyable to watch. Thanks v much and keep em coming.

[@jezbo7827]

Hi Joe, when you had your M140i, you convinced me to buy one. I’ve just sold it but still have my e91 335d touring which is superb all rounder. After seeing your review of the M340d, looks like you might have me putting my hand in my pocket again for one of these! Great video mate and keep up the good work. Cheers for now. Jez.

[@maizdesmond9882]

a comparison between the 340i and 340d 100-200 would be very nice! i think the 700nm torque works insane in this speed range!

[@GS-pk9rd]

Yes would love to see that. Suspect the 'i' would win but not much in it.

[@manoszervas9613]

G Staples about 1 second , but considering that M340d is only 30-40kg heavier and with a tune from Schnitzer you have 385 hp and 790nm , it will be even faster than M340i in 0-200. It will also be much more efficient and better cruiser. In my opinion M340d sedan is the best non fully m car you can buy by far 😍

[@bmwbomber86]

No. M340i all the way

[@bmwbomber86]

Another Level of speed and everything. Stage 2 M340i and you will win against everyone. B58 ENGINE the best you can have on earth

[@ahemgee9542]

The diesel may have more peak torque but it has a much narrower powerband, longer gears hence is slower flat out 100-200kph, over 14 seconds

[@johncoughlan5613]

Joe brilliant video again, still can't believe your getting rid of the mighty m2 competition, but I guess times move on, keep up the good work Joe your a nice guy and worthy of a job on top gear or even better the grand tour.

[@eddiegarcia4689]

Very clean and beautiful keep up the great work you do bmw 👍🔥🔥🔥💯

[@johnwallace520]

Great video Joe and also great to see a petrolhead giving an honest opinion on a diesel. I have had 320D, 330D, 335D and 435D. I currently have a V8 petrol as a treat to myself but there is something very special about the BMW straight 6 diesel and how easy it is to live with on a daily basis. It is quicker, in gear, than most petrol engined cars, makes overtaking so easy and yet sips fuel at a very parsimonious rate: what's not to like? It even sounds decent.

[@689CJ]

Glad they made the exhausts one each side. Big improvement over the old 335d spoots .

[@689CJ]

@Jack njones aye the old one, they then fucked it with the previous model. Fixed it again now.

[@alexfromthegalaxthatalex]

Finally! Thanks dude for picking up this completely abandoned story! First decent review from a trusted source! Highly appreciated 👍🏼

[@nickcastleton7438]

Great revue Joe, best car I’ve owned and I’ve owned a few, especially as a touring! 👍

[@TechHead03]

That torque pull from low revs in higher gears is intoxicating. Great video Joe 👍

[@delk5024]

Great vid. We just took delivery of our 530d touring. Really wish we had gone for the M340d instead. Looks amazing.

[@stevenbell4811]

Great video. Test drove then bought an M340d touring based following this video. Thanks for the great reviews.

[@jackgambino2687]

New viewer & subscriber to your channel. Really enjoy the content and your delivery 👍

[@markbeavers7155]

Wish we had the M340i or M340d touring in the states. Would much rather have one of them than my wife’s X3. Love your reviews Joe. Stay safe during the new lockdown.

[@liammoore5192]

I have an m340i and before that an f31 335d(remapped to 380 bhp) And do not miss the diesel torque one bit, the m340i is so much better in every way. I found my 335d very boring to drive, not sure what the new m340d is like but if it’s half the car the m340i is, it’ll be a fantastic drive

[@emjbee101]

Seeing this makes me want one! Perfect car!

[@northseawolf]

Need to see a drag race between this and the M340i now

[@timstaples9230]

Another excellent review Joe. Brilliantly put. I will miss my 430d coupe so much when she goes back next year. The way the 6 pot diesel make the car so effortless to drive amazes me every time I get in, also has such split personality with the different drive modes. I'm sure this one moves the game on even further.

[@Marley-wy3bb]

BMW M DELIVERED ONCE AGAIN, cheers joe

[@christaylor4946]

Love my F31 335d LCI Touring. Best car I’ve ever owned

[@stuartrhodes7352]

I have the same, also the best car I've ever owned 👍

[@andrewbiohacker]

You should be on a million followers this time next year 10 out 10 again, great presentation.

[@iainanderson6790]

I drive a 435d at the minute so I’ll be paying particular attention to your 440d review next year! Great no-nonsense vid as usual 👍🏻

[@audiocosmonaut3883]

125 k subs, awesome, mate 💪🏻

[@revlucm7301]

Great vid, picking up my new M340i Touring tomorrow...always owned 2 door sports cars (including the recent M4) so looking forward to the new experience..

[@user-om2fg7yh6s]

I've got a 318d touring which performance wise obviously isn't on par with an m340d but my word do I have a fun time driving it. Brilliant car no matter the model.

[@louisfarquharson8504]

You should do a review on the f31 335d xdrive really a hidden gem

[@00Seven1000]

I totally agree. But I don't believe BMW, or this channel, want potential buyers knowing that the general concept of this car has been around for 5-6 years. I'll be honest and say I was a little annoyed that the 335d wasn't mentioned in the review...sorry Joe. Regarding F31 it was a slightly better driving/handling car post facelift (2016my) and the performance figures are minimal difference between 335d and M340d by the looks of things.I know what I'd have at 50% of the cost of the later.

[@martinschofield5465]

That is such a great colour 👌🏼

[@milanap3547]

Oxide grey II metallic

[@gromit3315]

Covid brilliant 19 metallic

[@mark340d8]

It really is!! And in flesh it’s even greater than it seems in pictures and video, believe me! 😉😎

[@martinschofield5465]

@@mark340d8 yeah I’ve seen it on an X5M and it even makes that look great 😎

[@francoisbalavoine1316]

Not sure it's Oxide Grey... looks more to me like Donington Grey. Can someone confirm? @joeachilles...

[@ACOUPER100]

Never thought I would watch a diesel review but seems cool!

[@arnaudlescure]

Superb car, superb engine, superb specs. 🤩 Thanks Joe ! 😁

[@becksy539]

ive got an f30 335d and its easily the best all round 'family car' car i've ever driven

[@horstriesenhil3444]

Gonna get mine in about 2 weeks. Used, 3 years old for 42 k €, fully equiped.

[@_dan_here_]

I would definitely get the D. I drive a 335d M Sport touring now, love the pants off it

[@robertkozielski62]

I get my car by end of november. Greetings from Germany 😊

[@cweundcwe]

Ich auch ;-) Noch zwei Wochen...

[@robertkozielski62]

27.11 ist Deadline 😎

[@seangso]

Hey Joe I love watching your videos, you are the best when it comes to car reviews, shhhhh dont mention that to Matt from CARWOW LOL, after watching your review on the BMW 440i i went and got myself the M440i Coupe, and love the car, now even better power after getting the ECU remapped, now pushing 425BHP and 650NM. Regards Sean.

[@gust0o]

You seem a lot happier in this vid than the S4 one!

[@mark340d8]

Hi Joe! You really put a big smile on my face with this video!! 😃 As you might remember from Instagram I just got my M340d (same wonderful colour too!), and during the wait for delivery I’ve been waiting for weeks for a good test drive video of this car, and I’m so glad that one of the first to come out is your!! Seeing the expression on your face and how much fun you were having going sideways really made me even more proud of my new car! I think -as you do- that it’s a really impressive combo car/engine/gearbox, especially for being a diesel, and its huge torque is what really makes the difference in everyday use! 💪 Such a complete package!! #sheerdrivingpleasure Thanks for the video 🙏🏻, loved every minute of it! 🔝🔝 And lots of my friends will love it too!! 😉

[@chileshemubanga3594]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍Not Only Being A Diesel Heard Am Also A BMW Die Hard Fan.This Is The Perfect BMW!!

[@dl14say67]

Test drove one of these today and loved it. Will be trading in my F80 M3 on Wednesday for the M340d Saloon version. After watching this review, I’m really looking forward to picking it up. Bit worried that I may regret letting the M3 go, but I don’t actually think I will. Liked and subscribed 👍

[@manoszervas9613]

Tune the m340d , it’s going to be an amazing sleeper stage 1 0-200 in 14-14.5 seconds

[@OnlineHousehusband]

This looks like the ultimate car for me Joe. 👌 Great content lately 💪

[@pjmoody]

That's incredible. Great video Joe, as always. Please share your post love the seats. Had a 325i Coupe years ago with red leather.

[@yiannipalassis4243]

Hey Joe. Great video thank you. Love the spec, is that paint Brooklyn Grey? Dravit Grey? A different colour? Love it

[@falcon81701]

The NSW Police in Australia are using the the 530D for Highway Patrol now

[@alexhiggins7307]

I'm going to be replacing my beloved F30 30d with one of these me thinks. Bloody lovely car. 😍

[@dsummers8191]

Good video from Joe Achilles. I think it is high time that we stopped conveying this idea that an estate car should not perform in such a dynamic fashion. Modern engineering can deal with this challenge. Sounds like a good event by BMW to enable Joe to present this great car in an exciting way to his audience. Choosing between M340i and M340d would be a tough task.

[@MzwandileHarmans]

M340i is the car I would buy from bmw if I had the money over those m cars. It’s is an excellent all round to me.

[@miata1370]

Joe...truly appreciate your reviews and your BMW enthusiasm. Your recent Touring reviews made me miss even more the '14 F31 3 series Touring we had.. Picked it up at the Welt and It was the M Sport with the Adaptive Suspension..lease was up and ....well.....shucks....spouse wanted something different. NOW...can't even get the Touring in any version in the U.S.

[@Bmwm340i]

Another great video joe. That is my next car 👍

[@amandawillox2212]

Natural progression form the already excellent 335d. A few tenths slower than the petrol. But You get true 40mpg+. With xdrive it’s about all you could ever need in a car!

[@jzy0104]

Fantastic engine. Super silky and creamy engine. Average economy is 39mpg

[@vx4716]

BMWs diesel engines really are amazing. cars like the 530d and 330d are allready stunning in the way they drive

[@mortenberg2897]

Good video - and fantastic diesel-train 👍😎

[@megalf6635]

Thank you for the brilliant test , Joe 👍Do you know the name of the colour of your test car ?I think this colour is not available in Germany ..best regards

[@habibverse]

we want a drag race : m340d vs m340i

[@adjrasta9365]

Great review mate & what an awesome everyday family car or for those odd occasions where you need to flash the sports car in front to get out of the way as long as it’s not 🌧

[@janisholtsmann1124]

BMW 3l diesel engines are the best 👍👍👍👍👍

[@davetreanor5303]

That exact car colour and spec will be my next car. Great review

[@gw7624]

An M340d definitely will not out-accelerate an M340i unless you're deliberately selecting the wrong gear. As a daily driver though, this looks like the perfect car.

[@TG-mt6ke]

I disagree. would beat it in a drag race . mid range would be Interesting

[@gw7624]

@@TG-mt6ke It's heavier and less powerful. Both are 4WD, so there's no chance an M340d would out-drag an M340i.

[@TG-mt6ke]

@@gw7624 is it heavier? exactly same car but a diffrent engine ? as in not the tourer version. yes the petrol does have more BHP but the diesel has MUCH more torque and that is more important at a standing start

[@gw7624]

@@TG-mt6ke Yes, Google the weight. Diesel engines are almost always heavier than equivalent petrols due to having to withstand higher pressures. Doesn't matter if it has more peak torque. That would only be relevant if you were deliberately keeping the RPM low in both cars, which would make no sense in a race. More power = more performance.

[@TG-mt6ke]

@@gw7624 seen a few videos lately. so the diesel is the better car off the line so in a drag race the diesel takes it but rolling race the petrol is quicker

[@joshwesthead9768]

People r going to get 450bhp out of these gonna be crazy, and no more gearbox issues like the old models 😍 im in love

[@jimmymccain4580]

What old model you talking about?

[@joshwesthead9768]

@@jimmymccain4580 e60 535 e90 335

[@jimmymccain4580]

@@joshwesthead9768cool I thought you were meaning f3x series which as you most likely know have zf8 which is brilliant.

[@joshwesthead9768]

@@jimmymccain4580 haha ye spot on, jus remember them older ones were soo quick for the time amazing cars just the t/converter or the clutches slipping, this thing thow my goodness 😁

[@dcboth]

Please send one to the USA! Such a shame they stopped selling the touring in the states!

[@simonbarker8878]

Absolutely beautiful car definitely want one

[@dejanvrhovski3914]

awesome video awesome car..love your channel👏👏

[@olliemeaton8360]

Been looking for a replacement for my e91 330d and it sounds like this could be it. Nice video and review 😊👍🏻

[@jezbo7827]

I too have an e91 but the 335d. It’s a tough one to find a replacement for as the driving experience of these cars is amazing. Like you, I’m tempted by this one though.

[@richardsedorski1206]

Good video diesels are fantastic for torque no need for red lining and so relaxing as you say makes a change from the petrols.

[@baron6534]

Back end still lively for x drive. Lovely!!

[@mpowerm.760]

BMW FOR EVER ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ☝ ☝ ☝

[@AshHorton88]

The ultimate daily... Great vid Joe

[@valentintudor9272]

It is not only about 0-100 km/h! What about 100-200? Or 80-120? There you'll see the real gain and more power difference for the M340i. The maximum torque rpm range is a lot bigger for the petrol, also the maximum power range. This diesel is very good, but Joe, you know what I mean. The petrol sound and feel is on another level as well.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Show me how it's done 🎬

[@valentintudor9272]

I owned a X3 M40i for a few years. I checked on KZbin (AutoTopNL etc.) and it seems 0-160 km/h and 0-200 km/h are way quicker for X3 M40i vs. M40d, but very similar for 0-100, 4.8s vs. 4.9s. M40i - 160 10s, 200 17s, M40d - 160 12s, 200 20s. I would say this is quite a difference. Indeed, it has 326HP and 680nm instead of 340HP and 700NM with MHEV, but also M340i is a bit more powerful with 374HP vs. 360HP. It would be nice you to shoot the videos with the comparison.

[@daviddenley3512]

Great review Joe...I want one!