2017 BMW 435D DRIVING POV/REVIEW // IT'S A ROCKET!!!

[@CowsmiIk]

Have owned my 335d F31 for 2 years now, covering 42k trouble free miles in that time. Mix between City and Motorway I’ve averaged 33mpg over the 2 years (quite a heavy foot I will admit). Genuinely does put a smile on my face every single day without fail. Still feels as though I only just bought it.. Highly recommend it to anyone contemplating one.

[@Ty-J_250]

Does it suffer from DPF issues like other diesels?

[@CowsmiIk]

@@Ty-J_250 not in my experience. I give it a good run on the motorway almost daily which will hopefully help prevent that. I bought mine on 42k, it’s now on 87k miles and been flawless so far.

[@SuperKoreanzombie]

@@CowsmiIk Thanks, how do u find the handling ie the xdrive uses SE shocks/ springs On my 320d I found it handled horribly although that was RWD

[@CowsmiIk]

@@SuperKoreanzombie Yes you are correct, the 335d xd comes with SE suspension and you definitely feel it’s not so planted when you’re pushing it in to corners. Lowering them makes a substantial difference apparently but I’ve not lowered mine, yet!

[@craigpalma3490]

@@Ty-J_250 DPF delete job done

[@eugenschneider5679]

Still got a 2013 F32 coupe with a stage 1, software optimized transmission and some nice 20 inch wheels and conti tires. This thing goes man! Love it

[@karlj711]

I drive 230 miles down to work every week in my 435D GC. Usually around a 4 hour drive & I always arrive feeling fresh & with a smile on my face. generally averaging around 70+mph & 45+mpg & there's not many cars on the road it cant hold its own against when its pushed.

[@Ty-J_250]

Does it suffer from DPF issues like other diesels?

[@karlj711]

@@Ty-J_250 no. it gets thrashed regularly on these journeys.

[@K20TypeR]

@@Ty-J_250all diesels will suffer from DPF issues if you don’t drive them like they’re supposed be driven. In other words they need to be used at running temperature on the motorway for some time for the DPF to regenerate.

[@inegom1735]

Owned mine for 2 years, an F33 convertible. No problems, bags of fun, economic, lower insurance than the petrol and can fit the dogs in the back! I think i will have it for a good while.

[@Datoda]

Had my F33 for almost 7 years now

[@sammilburn445]

i love it when someone is honest about bmw reliabiliity. they get so much bad rep from the people who buy them cheap on high mileage and abuse them daily and dont service them. its just like you said - if you service them and look after them they are reliable. ive got a manual 220d, its a 2017 but got it december 2022 with 15k miles on it, its now on 36k and soaked up those miles issue free, but is stuck mostly doing town driving while im studying; however, once im finished it'll most likely be doing something like 40k miles a year, and its such a good comfortable car for it. something like an m340d is on my radar for when it eventually gets replaced in probably about 4 years time

[@randomperson8991]

Rn i drive that many 40kxmiles a year. My 2016 sentra has 109500 miles and at 99000 the first cvt died now its on its 3rd. I cant wait to get another car

[@jdjd9935]

220d?

[@randomperson8991]

@@jdjd9935 it seems euro spec

[@darylyatestransportblogs]

My Grandads had an F32 35d for nearly 3 years now and I still much prefer it over my Mums partners remapped Focus ST way better on fuel too and not far off the E82 120d he had beforehand, cant beat the immense torque of a diesel and I do love a 6 cylinder diesel I can see myself owning one at some point.

[@jb123564]

Very quick them 435s had a run with one in my m140 and was only pulling away by a bit

[@ianmush6278]

They truly are beautiful machines. I settled for the 2017 430D xdrive as it was much better specced than the 35d I was also looking at. It came with wireless apple car play as standard, memory seats, sun roof, the digital dashboard (ITS AMAZING!). I don’t regret it one bit. Thing is an absolute weapon. Next up I’ll probably try to get my hands on the m440d before they outlaw diesels

[@tonygoshive785]

These bmw diesels are incredible, so much torque as standard. So tuneable, if this uses the m57, a few mods will take it under 400bhp and a mind blowing 800nm of torque. These engines are super reliable as well

[@miocarlstrom7392]

The car in the video uses a n57 I believe. I myself own a e61 m57, the engine is so nice.

[@tonygoshive785]

@@miocarlstrom7392 pretty sure it’s a m57 in this video. N57 are low bhp and low torque, less tuneable as well. It’s very dated too I think

[@xNoLiix]

@@tonygoshive785 The 4 series Diesels from 11/2013-11/2020 have the N57 engine

[@tonygoshive785]

@@xNoLiix my bad thanks for confirming

[@Super83Driver]

Had a 68 plate Alpine white 335d now got the Glacier Silver 435d Grand coupe loved the first one but this one has more extra options fitted to it absolutely love these engines just make sure change filters and oil and your good to go!🎉❤

[@Ty-J_250]

Does it suffer from DPF issues like other diesels?

[@Super83Driver]

@@Ty-J_250 No as long as maintenance is done early

[@philipkeeling8647]

I'm about to buy a 435d. Can't bloody wait! Not interested in the fuel consumption, it's that performance I want

[@louiiis922]

Another quality review, Tom

[@anthonymeek4248]

Be really exciting if you get your hands on the G series M340d

[@rejoicerone3176]

You need to test drive the new M340i and M340d

[@ParagonCarsLondon]

Hopefully soon

[@dizmatt1]

335Dx GT for me. Not as sharp as the 3'er saloon or 4'er coupe but loads of space for the family and looks quite tidy still in M spec with large wheels. Fun even for when needed. Practical enough for a week's roadtrip. 35mpg daily. 45+mpg on a long slow run.

[@ggcabsy]

I had an e60 530d msport and loved it so as an upgrade I bought one of these... Best all round bmw ever, it has everything I want.

[@zeck8812]

Anytime Tom goes "weeee" then you know it's a quick car!

[@Ty-J_250]

Does it suffer from DPF issues like other diesels?

[@TheWorldboy88]

why did they stop the 535d and now only do a 530d ?:(

[@Phil_3491]

40d = 35d nowadays

[@TheWorldboy88]

u can buy a 540d nowadays ?@@Phil_3491

[@darylyatestransportblogs]

BMW did do a 40d and 50d G30 but didn’t sell them in the UK, the US very briefly got sold the 30d as badged as 35d but only a handful were sold.

[@TheBeastBo55]

Im looking to buy a 430d or 435d but the 35d its only xdrive and I’m not sure if i want the xdrive because maybe will ruin the handling and the feeling. Don’t mind power, steering feel and handling which one choose

[@cyrose1935]

I have a 335d Xdrive F30 stage 1. Amazing machine but a 30d RWD would be a better drivers car for sure

[@TheBeastBo55]

@@cyrose1935 thank you for that!! you have the model with adaptive suspension ? maybe with that option its more sporty ?

[@cyrose1935]

​@@TheBeastBo55unfortunately no but I've swapped to non run flat tyres and it rides much better than before

[@Arman-nl6mg]

435d is boring af to drive, you don't even feel the speed because of how well refined it is - for the same money look at a 435i/440i/335i/340i or M140i. Might not be as torquey but are waaay more fun to drive and actually make a decent sound too. Power delivery is everything, and these diesels are just too smooth to put a smile on your face.

[@shaunmcguire1602]

Just get x delete then you can switch between rwd and xdrive😊

[@runnidgaming0840]

How much faster than a 530e is this?

[@ParagonCarsLondon]

Quite a bit quicker.

[@blocktone8962]

had one for 3 years, total weapon. 55mpg is less likely than having your next beer served by a unicorn, but real world 30-80mph is frightening, should have got an m340d touring after that

[@ukredman]

I have a 2016 435D GC. Love the car but hate the squeeky brakes which are apparently an m sport brake caliper design issue 😢

[@paulmiladinovic7619]

I was advised not to get Brembo pads or discs for that reason.

[@toliver.99]

Why don't I see any of the others with the nice LCI lights?

[@steveberridge4648]

Love your reviews. Out of interest was it on RFTs and how does it ride? Is it as stiff as the F30 gen 3 ?? Amazing all round car and the fuel economy figures are unreal.

[@ParagonCarsLondon]

Yeah just as stiff as the F30 but does feel a tad more refined.

[@ParagonCarsLondon]

Also wasn’t on RFT’s

[@steveberridge4648]

Thanks - I took the RFTs off my F30 and it’s made such a difference

[@12tribes61]

This is better than the 440i?

[@davidcarvalho1904]

No

[@seang794]

I like the power from my 435d but the ride is very harsh

[@ronniep9272]

Tell me about it. I test drove an F80 M3 and was surprised how much more comfortable than my 330D.

[@carlfitter2350]

I’m on the look for one of these (think this one is a bit out of my price range) I’ve always preferred the RWD - how does this compare being X drive - it doesn’t look any less fun but wondered if anyone has experience 😊

[@reddragon1572]

I have the 335d x drive. It is honestly a superb car. If you want rwd, all you have to do is flick it a bit and plant and it will slide with the torque. Not that I do this mind, but I know it can l, if provoked. Especially in wet conditions. It's traction in the wet still amazes me. It will also do under 11s to 100mph, which not so long ago was regarded as quick. Overtaking is a joke. Had people try and accelerate once I am passing them but not once had anyone succeeded with this shitty move in 3 years. Zf8 is smooth as silk. Engine sounds decent for a diesel too. Long journeys at 70mph will see you 50+mpg. If BMW made the m340d with a noticeable jump in performance, I would be getting one, but I fancy the m340i once I am in the position to change mine. The only thing I don't like are the brakes. They ideally could do with a better set up. Or and no way does it have only 313bhp, must be at least 340

[@SSCartelMuscle]

Are these 435d xdrive legal in USA like can i have it imported here

[@ELITESMOK3Y]

Do you think I could use this car 70/30 biased towards city driving?

[@Adamlllllllllllljjjljljjjjj]

It will still be good, but a petrol alternative such as a 430i or 440i is probably better for city deiving

[@ParagonCarsLondon]

Yeah sure, just need to make sure you drive it hard for at least an hour every 2 weeks to keep the dpf clean.

[@pnaty97]

Not long had my 335d and I’m not impressed with the Xdrive tbh, back goes out everywhere and doesn’t grip like other 4wd cars. Am I doing something wrong?😂 Can also only get 33mpg in eco pro on motorway 😢

[@CowsmiIk]

I’d say there’s maybe something wrong. I’ve ran premium tyres (Goodyear Asy 6) all round, and also budget Accelera’s all round and it’s been flawless when it comes to grip, in the wet or dry. As for the motorway I have found driving in standard comfort setting most beneficial for fuel consumption, I never touch eco pro anymore. Usually motorway I’m getting 38mpg minimum and that’s with having fun putting my foot down a lot

[@pnaty97]

@@CowsmiIk thanks for the info. Not sure where I go from here though 🤣 probably have to find a good independent BMW mechanic.

[@CowsmiIk]

@@pnaty97 I’ve seen people mention the thermostat can cause bad mpg which is a cheap fix and maybe a good place to start. EGR recall if you haven’t had that too. Also ditching the run flats can help if you haven’t

[@pnaty97]

@@CowsmiIk thanks again!

[@joemuir866]

Use shell v power diesel it is only £7 per tank more expensive

[@Whiponized]

please review the new 340d and compare to this mateee

[@TheKruxed]

Crazy how it actually sounds good, is it fake piped in noise?

[@ronniep9272]

Yes it's fake, I have the F30 330D. When you open the windows you can hardly hear anything from the exhaust. It's good for when you want to drive fast and not draw any attention but it's not going to put a smile on your face.

[@darylyatestransportblogs]

Be a fake sound from the speakers these engines are stupidly quiet.

[@Ethan-d5z5p]

What engine is in this? N57?

[@darylyatestransportblogs]

Can update my previous post we’ve been to Llandudno today and still got 49.8mpg in sport and in 7th mostly can deffo get more then the 53mpg we’ve done in Eco Pro and comfort still believe 60mpg is possible if you really try, my grandad and I have both come to the conclusion that as long as you keep the revs down the difference isn’t as much as you would think.

[@paulyoung22]

60 is easily possible. Eco mode, keep around 62 mph (100kmh) and I get 60 in mine on motorway runs. Conversely, it's crazy on B roads.

[@darylyatestransportblogs]

@@paulyoung22 I do believe it can do 60 no problem maybe a little more, St Helens to Llandudno might not be far enough to get 60 mpg.

[@fredstraw]

Do these have prblems with cam chains

[@peterwhite8424]

435d vs 550d vs 550i?

[@DimitarDimitrov-ij1lc]

Seat leon cupra - 3.88 really?

[@bsdpowa]

what's the road tax?

[@rybackracing8075]

This or a 440i though?

[@BigUriel]

You keep talking about how this will "easily" do over 50mpg but that's just dreaming. I've never known anyone with any BMW 6 cylinder Diesel to get 40mpg as an overall average, yeah you can get 40+ on a run with cruise control set to 70 or less but you won't see 50 at over 60mph and that's with the engine and gearbox nice and warm, on cold starts these engines will be doing more like 20mpg. That's something people don't consider when buying a car with a big Diesel engine, it takes ages to warm up and until it does it's using just as much fuel as a petrol. Fuel consumption is good relative to the performance on tap but nobody in their right mind will buy this car to cruise at 60mph all day when you can do that with a 1.6 and *actually* get 50+mpg easily, not to mention that it might be good on fuel but won't be a cheap car to maintain overall.

[@ronniep9272]

Yes well said. Around town my 330D does about 30mpg, it only goes over 40mpg if the drive is over 20 minutes with very little traffic. I've only seen it do 50mpg when doing 50mph in a controlled speed zone.

[@5ivetimes1]

30 combined

[@kingGar27]

The engines in these are rubbish reliability wise. So too are the fuel pumps - Bosch CP4’s. Money pit after 100k miles. Granted, regular oil changes will help on the engine side. Lovely to drive though, yes.

[@derekporter66]

My 640d only gets 40 to 42 on a long run. Nowhere close to figures

[@IDRIS-wl3qy]

Much bigger car

[@derekporter66]

@@IDRIS-wl3qy 1800 ish kg. No 4wd. Can't be much in it

[@IDRIS-wl3qy]

@derekporter66 wow 1800kg thought it would be alot more weldone bmw

[@derekporter66]

@@IDRIS-wl3qy yea it's around 1800. 1850 or so Google says. It must still be another 150 200 or so over the 435d. But also no 4wd drive train loss

[@IDRIS-wl3qy]

@derekporter66 I'm thinking of getting either the 535d 640d or 435d gran coupe but as I buy my cars used do you think the models without x drive will be more reliable?

[@astonrichardson4309]

Il stick to the gold R .....Thanks 😂

[@Nathanael_167]

Whats a gold R?

[@MR_MAKAVELI]

Pretty sure it’s not 2 turbo, it’s single twin scroll

[@zakariyya246]

35d’s are twin turbo, 30d’s are single turbo

[@darylyatestransportblogs]

@@zakariyya24635d and above have at least 2 turbos.

[@ricowswave1324]

Wouldn’t even compare this to a Golf R! They go like stink the torque is immense makes you’re tummy churning!!!

[@peterwhite8424]

Sometimes I just realize that I’m glad that we don’t drive on the right side lol

[@psychobread1252]

Interior horrid the cockpit is dated & the fact it lights up ORANGE!! On a night gives me the shivers, manual hanbreak and the 2 cigarette size exhausts offset to the left also shocking design feature why didn’t they keep it like the petrol versions?

[@ronniep9272]

The F30 BMW series debuted all the way back in 2012, what do you expect? All interiors date, the exterior however still looks good to this day.

[@chrisberesford3879]

Never get 55mpg though thats a myth!! 30-40mpg with normal driving, less than 30mpg around town

[@fasteddy664]

I would second that, my long term average is 37.6mpg over the last 6000 miles

[@grahamebennett3875]

On a long run steady 70-75 mph I get 45-50 mpg 2017 M Sport 435d x Drive

[@TIM612826]

Race a golf r then we will see....

[@ml5462]

Many videos and people smoke the Golf R in the 335d it’s pretty much common knowledge now. Have a look yourself

[@rustybaws5313]

Golf R's are slow as shit bro a standard 35d beats them and a mapped 35d absolutely destroys them. Done it time and time again.