2018 BMW 440i xDrive M Performance - This Exhaust is Insane

We go for a drive in the 2018 BMW 440i xDrive M Performance Package.
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[@JL-pq4rl]

4:40 basically everyone’s view of a bmw when the bmw is behind them

[@FlightX101]

Basically lol. Its how owners drive lol

[@Coolman90Mr]

abu ess even as a bmw driver i had to laugh when i read this 😂

[@oldsql725]

This made me laught, its true :D

[@Streamerabi]

Lmao, so trueee xD

[@bvri9956]

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[@TheShoeVan]

After 2 years and watching this review countless times I've saved up enough to buy a 340i with the MPPSK! Sounds as glorious as it has through the video. Thanks(?) The Straight Pipes

[@abc0583]

How is it ,? Is it reliable?

[@alfrede.neuman8611]

@@abc0583 The B58 engine and ZF 8-speed combination has taken home top prize for Wards "10 Best Engines and Powertrains” for years now. As quoted from their 2019 article... "The BMW B58 engine is a remarkable one. Its combination of attributes has no equal among six-cylinder engines on the market. In fact, it may not have an equal among all engines on the market. It’s that good. Good enough to suggest that it’s better than all of the glorious BMW engines that came before it? I’m going to say so, though with a caveat. I’m excluding ultra-rare engines such as the S70/2 V12 engine from the McLaren F1. Only mainstream production engines are included."

[@Donterrific]

@@abc0583I own the exact car in the video so far 2 years with no problems at all

[@Robwra320]

get bm3 miles faster than mppk b58 easily handle bm3 ots with reliability for the next 20 years

[@geethsan1567]

9:56 - That revving gave me chills.

[@alexlorenlee]

You guys are my favorite car personalities on KZbin. So many people review cars and don’t seem to have fun doing it, keep it up! 👍

[@TheStraightPipes]

Alex Lee cars are fun!

[@thegodofallman]

They are so fucking cringey!

[@insevanhouts]

thegodofallman Then what are you doing here? Jealous much?

[@DoubleVthree]

Who wouldn’t be having fun hitting cliche corner!?

[@VehicleVirals]

This video had my attention the entire time. Love the duet take on this video where you guys have a conversation while having fun. Love the work. I love BMW cars. Thanks for the content!

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Vehicle Virals thanks!

[@WaazDaMaaz]

Yo

[@XoFSpade]

The level of film quality on this channel is amazing!!! In before 1 million

[@TheStraightPipes]

+XoFSpade haha thanks

[@1474wilson]

Check out their buddy savagegeese. He does great videos as well

[@cakeisalie]

ib4 10k

[@TheStraightPipes]

+sean wilson yeah he's great

[@XoFSpade]

I watch him too! I don't really mind the frequency of his uploads because his videos are so good. I just love the unique spin this channel has. Anyone can do what everyone else is doing. All that matters is how you make it unique. These guys have it on lock.

[@ThePuffin77]

I've never been cut off in a BMW, but I have been cut off by BMWs

[@marcelooofenwonken4251]

Ditto

[@griffin_kith6214]

ThePuffin77 I get cut off so often by other cars after I got a bmw and most are Toyota’s and Subaru’s

[@endlessdrive8421]

@@griffin_kith6214 They're tryna get their revenge man lol

[@griffin_kith6214]

Phantom I mean if I’m going 140 and the other people going 70 and there’s a good enough gap I’m chillin

[@wuzumaki]

I get tailgated by other BMWs all the time in my BMW

[@JesseCarmichaelAutos]

Better sound than the M4 in my opinion

[@vhateverlie]

Jesse Carmichael the M4 sounds like trash though. Which is weird cuz all their other straight 6s sound good

[@JesseCarmichaelAutos]

agreed. The N55 sounds way better than the S55

[@ronyjose100]

Jesse Carmichael , no way I hop you don’t listen M4 exhaust note

[@choklat85]

This is a B58 not a N55

[@JesseCarmichaelAutos]

Right, my bad. Should've known that one lol.

[@TheStraightPipes]

What do you guys think about the 440i? Can you name a crazier exhaust from the factory? Also thanks to our early video access Patreon supporters Michael H, Quin S, Jack A, Sean R, Mitchell N, Amin F, Nathan W! Yes, we finally started a Patreon, check it out at www.patreon.com/thestraightpipes

[@vicvictor41]

You guys should seriously review Audi's as well. Hoping to see that soon. Great job on everything else.

[@jakeaghaian]

Hi guys, I work at BMW Newmarket, I'd like to have you guys stop by if you have a chance and have a chat with you, huge fan of the channel, keep up the good work 👌 - Jake

[@Neo.555]

Sublime!

[@Luceq]

I woud not buy the manual. The 8 speed ZF on modern BMWs is terrific and the manual 6 is a little notchy. So I'd have it auto, sort of a GT. But RWD all the way.

[@aalipour01]

You actually can rewind satellite radio!! iDrive 6.0! Up to one hour - its called "time shift".

[@juanlobo3202]

This video went a long way on convincing me to trade in my '14 328xi for a 440i GC, and after over a year of ownership, I can say... these dudes reactions still perfectly sums up how I feel about the car every single day. Ripping it through tunnels never gets old, downshifting is always a free smile, and I just... WANT to drive, anywhere, any time, any excuse I can come up with to be in the car I'm doing it. Great video all around!!

[@MrJoreng]

You didnt like to drive the 328 that much? how is the 440 after a few years?

[@mylesg7278]

I was driving an e46 325i M-Sport for a decade and decided to finally get a new car. I got the 440i GC with a healthy amount of upgrades and couldn't be happier. As much as I love the 3-series in general, the only thing I would say I prefer is visibility but I wouldn't trade my 440i GC for the 340i. Furthermore the 3 series just looks like every other saloon on the road these days. Great cars but 440i looks and feels more exciting.

[@collinlong978]

@@mylesg7278does this m performance package actually have 355 hp, can’t find anything online confirming this

[@mylesg7278]

@@collinlong978 good question I've been trying to find the answer but at this point I honestly don't know. BMW state 326bhp so that's what I'm telling people but after extensive research and listening to other car fans it's apparent BMW understate their specs, which is wild but it means for me the insurance is much more manageable vs the equivalent Audi or Merc so that's a win. I surprised a friend of mine who loves cars more than me the other day just to see his face, after a brief inspection he said to me, 'this is like 350 right', I said no but that's when he went into one about the understated specifications and so on. So formally the answer is no, but it seems to be a very well known secret in the business. I'm contemplating getting it remapped to 450 and maybe I'll find out for sure at that point. But yeah, still happy and I'm hitting 0-60 sub 5 seconds though it can only do 5.10 according to the literature 👀

[@deserte099]

@@collinlong978the MPPSK (M Performance Power and Sound Kit) is what bumps the power to 355 and 360 something torque

[@DeavenLaxton]

Probably my favourite up-and-coming car channel on KZbin. Good for you, guys!

[@Solo-5050]

Even today I still think I would save and buy this 440i but in gran coupe. It just feels like the sweet spot even among the new 2022/23 models 😌.

[@rotadikam]

I come back to this video every few months to remind myself what my first car should be. You guys make it seem so much fun!

[@tatchiwong8335]

Same😂😂

[@rotadikam]

@@tatchiwong8335 I messed up, my first car is a merc......ahhhhhh

[@tatchiwong8335]

@@rotadikam Me too😂😂😂😂. My first car is 330i. And I got the 440i last week😂😂😂

[@0071maou]

0:35 THIS THE SOUND CAR IS ACTUAL THIS MAKES

[@theconformist2399]

I love the editing so much. Beautiful syncing with the pops.

[@mattdimatteo1687]

Hey guys. Just wanted to mention that the dynamic between you two is killer! I loved watching this video. Thank you for a great video. Your hard work is paying off.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Matt DiMatteo thanks!

[@Antrieb530]

Subscribed! When I watch you guys I just smile the whole time.

[@daviyen]

This video has done the impossible and has gotten me interested in a BMW 4 series. A tip of the cap to Yuri and Jakub. I have not regretted subscribing and hitting the bell.

[@TheStraightPipes]

davidshead awesome thank you

[@kdubspencer3390]

Exactly I'm planning on getting at 435i just want to finish my last mods to my 3series .

[@JaySkyofficial]

Awesome review you guys ! Always a pleasure to watch So I went with the 2018 BMW 340i Msport and having the car for 2 months upgraded the Wheels went with Agency power SRI and AFE Power Valve Cat back Exhaust along with the AFE power scorcher module.. The sound and performance is night and day from stock ! The exhaust alone in Sport + gurgles and pops just like this 440i X drive in the review.. It also have me 13hp and 16 tque the mutual Schorcher kit gave me 52hp and 79 tque due to supporting AFE power mods so all in all yes my beemer is super quick and I can never look at another brand BMW is it for me the engineering they put into this B58 engine is astonishing to say the least again excellent review y'all keep up the Great work

[@nabiljariya6871]

This video convinced me getting a 2019 440i xdrive with the M power kit & M1/M2 packages… and best decision ever. Simply amazing with the windows down… pure joy

[@austinteh1121]

Always enjoy watching videos from you guys! Awesome job and review!

[@shardie78239]

This is my favorite “DRIVE” so far. The quality of the film and your editing makes the whole thing so fun to watch. I like how you keep talking while showing the car and the cut back to you talking about the car. Nice touch. I love this car as well. It’s my favorite along with Audi S5 coupe. The subtle changes BMW made to exterior is really nice. Exhaust is well worth it.

[@jasonrego6855]

I’m no dentist but I think Jakub needs a mouth guard for how often he clenches his teeth and expresses how “SO GOOD” it is...lol

[@TK-gd9td]

Mr. Mercedes textbook Bmw bruxism

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Just a comment I was looking for. SO GOOOOD!! lol...

[@zxhaib]

Not even a car enthusiast and this channels makes me want to learn everything about every car there is. Amazing content!

[@beardridingchamp]

Thanx Straights!!! Much love and appreciation for y’all and my sick 440i GC.

[@mmmakeee]

Just came across this channel, and this was the fifth review I watched today. Awesome content!

[@troelsnjor4867]

Same here, can't believe I had not noticed this channel before.

[@LatvianGamings]

as always you both are delivering exciting content

[@dandk_]

The editing on these is simple but so effective, underappreciated too!

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Love how you guys portray how y'all are true car enthusiasts! Great video, great energy!!

[@wisdomntshalintshali3296]

You just made me fall in love with this car again. Damn. Your enthusiasm makes it hard resist

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Some car reviews are pretty much boring but since the first video I've watched you guys are doing a great work and I like your presentation.Also I'm waiting for more challenges like you guys did with the Hyundai ionic.Best of luck 😁✌

[@henryzhang9915]

You guys' reactions are actually far more exciting than the car itself.

[@kevinpraditra]

You guys just keep on improving in every video. Very engaging review as always!

[@TuukkaVarjoranta]

The 4 series kidney grille looks so small after you have seen the new 7 series facelift.

[@asian2700]

Tuukka Varjoranta the. You look twenty years back,

[@apachehelicopter5001]

Tuukka Varjoranta damn the 7 series grille looks kinda small now lol

[@EI-fl5xw]

im sorry man

[@aldod.6269]

Or if tou have seen the new 4 series grille🤠

[@teej5619]

I know this is 2 years ago.... RIP good looking 4 series, hello pig nose monstrosity

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Clicked ASAP on that notification 👀

[@BondTheOGYT]

Rolling shots on point

[@julius_.]

Bond yo i remember you from like 3 years ago when i sued to watch faze vids, hahah

[@aquaboy1650]

The way Jacob says “Sooo geeewddd” enough to indicate how good the car is.

[@audreyzondo9070]

The simplicity but aggressiveness of the interior if just what I like, rainy day listening to jazz while driving slow under the trees

[@scringe1]

I ordered a 2020 440i before production shuts down in June. I checked most of the boxes. I just wanted to say this video made me decide to buy this car. Thanks Yuri and Jacob.

[@hassankhan-xq8et]

sinjin K not sure if they redesigned the 4 series for 2020. The 2020 M340i would be better. Similar price, redesigned interior, new exterior, and 380+ whp. They will probably redesign the 4 series by next year.

[@scringe1]

The new redesign was supposed to be mid to late this year. I didn't want a 4 door. The interior and tech on the M340 is nice though. I just preferred the lines on the 440i instead. As far as the horsepower, the 440i has enough power for a daily.

[@alfrede.neuman8611]

I have the Gran Coupe version of this car, with the addition of the MPerformance brakes, Enhanced Premium Package, Adaptive LED's and the MPPSK and its everything these guys say it is and more. And on top of all that...the rear hatch area offers exceptional room and the car gets fantastic fuel mileage to boot. Best drivers car I've ever owned....hands down.

[@Morne77Pablo]

Guys deserve more subscribers. Love this channel.

[@daniel4x3]

I bought this car after watching this video. Enjoying every moment of my drives. Great review. Cheers!

[@ShawnKawaii]

thats my car! I have the 440i Gran Coupe with M Sport II package! Love that exhaust!!!

[@jakes.7201]

Great vid as always guys.

[@cbyrne08]

I ended up buying one of these in March 2020 m440i with stick. Probably one of the last stick 4 series ever. Super happy with it and this video helped me male my decision.

[@esparzaantonio1]

Love the videos and you guys! Please keep the videos coming!!

[@iamtrillahd]

I hope BMW is paying you guys cuz this video is the single hand reason why I am buying this car. 2019 gran coupe tho :)

[@Kylehoulihan]

I would select the "I can't afford this" option!😄

[@damianruiz8856]

You can get this car now for 34-35k LOL from 80k. Crazy.

[@ruban1346]

@@damianruiz8856 I got mine for 44k CDN with 17k mileage 2 months ago

[@damianruiz8856]

@@ruban1346 awesome man congrats! I still have a couple years to go before pulling the trigger on a new car. My 2015 428i X drive convertible is still going strong.

[@ruban1346]

@@damianruiz8856 nice, get the 2020 model. 2021 grills are horrible lol

[@damianruiz8856]

@@ruban1346 I’m actually looking into what Mercedes is doing with the AMG models. If I don’t become convinced, I’m in love with the M cs models.

[@jermainejpshepherd2778]

I've been really getting into the 440i lately. That B58 engine is a used market steal after just 2 yrs.

[@cougaraus500]

So many videos released lately. Love your work guys. Best on youtube from canada

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Dave Hill we left our jobs to do this full time now. That's why we started patreon. We make no money!

[@BrianDempsey13]

Awesome video guys! You hit every aspect on the nose in my opinion. My wife drives our 2017, 440xi Grande Coupe to work each day and gets no respect except from other BMW owners....it's hilarious. And we fight over who's driving when we both go out in it. Hands down, amazing car! Getting the factory exhaust kit soon!

[@ron1371]

Best car! Best people! Best reviewers! Best quality! U guys r the BEST!!!!! 😍😍😍❤

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Ron JA haha thank you so much

[@drewbeee86]

Thanks to your video I picked up one of these (GC version) last week. You guys rock!

[@BronchoGillespie]

Best car KZbin channel by far, well done guys all the way from Liverpool!

[@staggeredhorizons3657]

sounds awesome! awesome channel, keep up the great work! :D

[@samyohannes]

Finally bought this car. Thanks for the review. Y’all played a big part in my decision!!!

[@chargercaddy]

Pros and cons if you have any cons? I'm currently looking to get one.

[@samyohannes]

@@chargercaddy lots of pros. Not many cons. Pro - Good mpg, very good handling and steering feel, very quick if you have xdrive, seats hug you very well making longer drives comfortable, infotainment system and other tech options are all easy to use very helpful. Also has great trunk space since it is technically a hatch back. Cons - backseat head room and sometimes leg room. Had the infotainment system reset on me mid drive, twice now. Not sure why but was really weird. Also, had loss of engine coolant randomly once. But after I refilled it, it hasn’t happened again

[@chargercaddy]

@@samyohannes Thank you ! Just got mine yesterday taking it all in . The driving experience is amazing. And yes the settings on the seats are awesome.

[@harsh.thakkar]

You know that a car is badass when Jakub talks about it like that.

[@poolboybyday]

I just found you guys a month ago and you are one of my favorite car review channels.

[@milesrashaad7402]

This is definitely the car I’m saving up for

[@Chaosfyre89]

Supported! Thanks for making awesome videos!

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Cal Ward thanks so much

[@Kurrency1911]

Just purchased a 440i after watching this video so kudos to you guys for the awesome review

[@bmetzker90]

Great job guys! Keep it up!

[@DripExplains]

85k subs? You guys deserve 85 million!

[@ilgatto7327]

I am an owner of a 2017 BMW 340i with M Performance Packages I & II (which includes the MPPSK and exhaust kit) I can confirm everything Yuri and Jakub say about this car is true. This car is amazing and I just love the factory sound!

[@theblackbayexplorer5026]

How’s the reliability been on your 2017? I’m looking at an ‘18

[@ilgatto7327]

@@theblackbayexplorer5026The 340 has been very reliable. Since getting it 18 months ago I put 65,000 km on it and it has ran fantastic. I do oil changes around 8,000 km

[@theblackbayexplorer5026]

@@ilgatto7327 great thx!

[@samuellongdon9932]

This is without a doubt the best car channel on youtube

[@alptamer9423]

Keep up the good work guys!

[@Chillaxinmellow]

Thinking this and m4 are more affordable now that new body is out there.

[@teej5619]

At 9:16 I'm freaking sold damnit.....I want one so bad now Edit: it's been 3 years and I'm still broke.... 😅

[@homesigns]

I enjoyed that video as much as you guys enjoyed the car! Great job!

[@mass652]

Bought a 340 MPPSK because of this video 6 months ago. Still love it to this days. Thank you Straight Pipes ❤️

[@SWEETVENOM100]

Still own it?

[@mass652]

@@SWEETVENOM100 I wish!! Be at car I’ve ever had. Engine is amazing. Sold it for a vette 9 months ago… miss it. I’m honestly looking for another haha

[@prestonworden9811]

I am in love with the B58 engine 😌

[@MiguelRPD]

You will be the first Patreon channel I'll support ! You guys deserve it.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Miguel Angel Medina Rise thanks so much

[@alexsosna7180]

They're currently leasing from 489. Honestly a total steal. The hatch gives it more practicality than traditional sedans

[@FastRedPonyCar]

Late to the party but I've got a new M340i ordered with the M-performance exhaust. HYPE! I drove one with this exhaust and it sounds SO good.

[@ashman0071]

You guys are like Brothers from another mother, always so entertainingly funny - my first 'fast, sporty car' 20 years ago was, and still is, a manual BMW with a straight six engine (pretty easy to guess the model) - yep, I'd look at it in my garage at 11pm on a Tuesday night before I thought I was going to bed - it would beckon to me despite my having to get up at o dark 30 in the morning for work - no doubt, we went for an hour drive..........BMW has induction noise perfected - best brand out there for it .

[@maxim913]

Totally agree, i love my m135i with m performance exhaust. It just sounds so good and lots of fun.

[@lamakicker69]

This isn’t the M performance exhaust, it’s the MPPSK exhaust. The M performance exhaust is just a slightly louder stock muffler. The MPPSK is a full catback exhaust that deletes both resonators and the muffler is dual valved which results in a full muffler bypass. The MPPSK exhaust is a straight pipe from the cat back when in sport mode and goes through the muffler in comfort. This is WAYYYYY better than the M performance exhaust.

[@maxim913]

@@lamakicker69 yeah to bad BMW did not make a full catback for the m135i/m235i. I also put a sportcat and deleted all resonators, sounds mint imo. And still legal xD

[@lamakicker69]

@@maxim913 that’s the way to go without the MPPSK,

[@ahmetgokhanonay2675]

I think you guys should have more subscribers. Keep up the good work 👍

[@Kalbee]

I drive a F30 328 with the 4banger turbo and it pops pretty damn good too with an aftermarket axle-back like I have. It’s so much fun. BMW just makes good sounding cars (with the right exhausts anyway)

[@uxtico]

Guys, you finally reviewed my car!!! (Sort of ... 340i manual). Just one thing, you can rewind Satellite radio (it’s not intuitive, but it’s in there somewhere). Awesome job as always!

[@YuriTereshyn]

Maxwell Powers find it for me! Send me a video

[@sayukank7]

Believe you can rewind up to 30 min, but you have to stay on the same radio station to rewind. If you keep cycling between stations then the rewind function doesn’t really work.

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Sayukan Kesavan that's probably why it didn't work for Yuri. That guy can't stay on one radio station for an entire song 😂

[@uxtico]

+Sayukan, you're absolutely right. I checked this morning and it did have rewind capabilities for the one station it was tuned to, but changing stations resets it. +Yuri Tereshyn, I couldn't remember the name, but it's called "Time Shift"; I tried to make a video but starting the video kept switching the car display to CarPlay (so frustrating!!)

[@teddy7367]

Entertaining review and making me think more about leasing the 340i with M Performance Package I & II than the newer X3 M40i. By the way, what is the visor test all about? I don't understand what you guys were testing.

[@MedullaM]

I noticed no one ever responded. But with the visor test all they’re doing is seeing if you can move the visor back once you have pulled out of its normal position

[@Annon739]

Love it gonna update from my 2013 e92 to this!

[@MrLegaroth]

I am actually waiting for the delivery of my Gran Coupe 440i Xdrive MPerformance Special Edition... I can't WAIT to drive it!!!

[@choklat85]

Love your review guys! Speaking how I would option it out, I ordered a 2018 Gran Coupe in Mineral Grey with Coral Red leather, Ash Grain Wood at the end of December. Premium Enhanced M Package I and II Active LED Headlights Black M Performance Grilles, CF M Performance Spoiler, CF M Performance Exhaust Tips, CF M Performance mirror caps. I'm expecting a late Feb/early March delivery and after watching your video it's made the wait even longer!

[@TheStraightPipes]

+Geebus oh damn that's going to look great

[@trevorpedro9936]

I work for Bmw and I can tell you that with the options you have, you WILL NOT want to get out of that car. Once you start driving these it gets addictive, enjoy the car when it comes 😉

[@williamnguyen2392]

Will you post a video of it when you get it

[@choklat85]

Trevor Pedro I'm so excited, I have an Estoril Blue 2016 M235i at the moment with the N55 and I've heard wonderful things about the B58. I can't wait 🙂

[@choklat85]

william nguyen I will try! My videography skills are nowhere near the levels of straight pipes lol

[@ubayyd]

2:06 That censor though haha

[@assasins5023]

Hihi

[@TunaStrata]

Hehe

[@brandonwatts5667]

2nd video I’ve watched of yours and just subscribed. You guys are very entertaining. Keep up the good work.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Thanks

[@summushieremiasclarkson4700]

This looks so bloody good. The new one is just... dear god.

[@FlyasaDiamond]

As a 440i owner with the MPPSK (exhaust kit) I honestly think you hit it out the park with this review.

[@MrMduchesne23]

So I'm looking at purchasing a used one....4 years later. How is/was your ownership experience. I'm coming from a 2015 vw GTI performance I wasn't amazed at the top-end performance but the acceleration was amazing.

[@thomasburns3345]

⁠@@MrMduchesne23I had a 2016 GTi PP tuned for 93. I went from that to 2013 S4 (Tuned 93, 440 HP). I traded that for a 2018 340i MPPSK. So I think I might be in a unique position to answer this. You might believe the top end wasn’t good but I can say that it is very fast top end stock, if you didn’t feel it so much that’s likely due to how SMOOTH the b58/ZF8 combo is. Smooth cars don’t feel as fast usually, and this car’s power train is butter. I can say I have the numbers to back it up. I didn’t have my Dragy when I had the GTi, but I know roughly were that car slotted based on who I raced and how it stacked up. The S4 was a large step up from the GTi in terms of top end. Stock they were about the same, once I tuned the S4, the GTi wasn’t even same ballpark. I trapped 113.5 @ 12.06 in the S4 ecu/tcu on 93 and intake only for reference. I haven’t collected a standing quarter yet with the 340i, but they seem to be about mid 12 with 109/110 with the MPPSK. So the s4 is faster but feeling wise they feel CLOSE to equal. That’s because I was able to grab a 60-130. S4 BEST case was 12.1 (I averaged 12.4, for reference in my average DA a 392 Scat is identical 60-130, I raced a C6 Vette the last week I had the s4 and got exactly one car length put on me through 140). So 12.4 average. The first and only try with the 340i was 13.2 for the 60-130. That’s about a difference of 3 cars. In a hypothetical the S4 would gap the 340i by about 3 cars. I think the GTi would’ve slotted in about a car or two behind the 340i. However that’s a s4 with ECU/TCU and lightweight wheels and KW suspension. And a GTi with intake/tune. The 340i is just stock/stock/stock. From what I can see a downpipe and a tune later the 340i will be placing high 9 in the 60-130 on 93. With a TU hpfp, into the 8s on pump. 7s if you mix ethanol. In other words, the top end on a e50 Stage 2+ (two mods and gas!!!) runs in the ballpark of a stock Hellcat. So all this to say the data shows there isn’t a lack of top end on the 340i, and if you watch enough Supra/340/440 videos you’ll begin to see that actually the b58 has more top end stock turbo when tuned properly than most GT/SS/392 v8s. Which is nutty to think about. For it to only be mildly behind my S4 (which was faster than C5 Vettes, just behind C6/C7, could pull on manual 5.0, 10A Stangs were too fast though, hang with Camaro SS in manual or 10A form, and would creep on or match 392 Scats) means that it’s just behind that benchmark. STOCK. If you are open to tuning well then the B58 is your oyster… the data is pretty convincing. It’s not the fastest car but at the price point, it’s hard to beat the value package and few if any motors offer quite the value of the B58. For 60-130 to get from the stock 11s down to 9s in a SS or 5.0 takes thousands and full e85 constantly. The 392 can’t even break 9s without try hard investments. They’re heavy af and pretty maxed from the factory meanwhile $500 Supra HPFP and $300 DP with a $600 tune on the 340i and you’re rocking that all day on 93 pump. That’s why I stepped from the GTi to the S4 and the S4 to the 340i. The S4 can get those numbers too, but you’re talking pulleys, de-cat, ethanol mixing. Then the DSG has to hold up. The GTi could also do that, but would’ve needed at minimum an IS38 and supporting bolt ons AND fueling upgrades. Probably a Litco is38 hybrid or similar to regularly hit that on pump. Meanwhile the 340i can do all that and run like stock in Normal mode because guess what, it’s the factory turbo still. Brilliant engine. Spend some time watching race footage and you’ll see that B58 aren’t THE fastest thing out there but they’re ridiculous hard to beat especially for the value. Watch enough races and you’ll see once tuned they have crazy top end also. Not sure what the voodoo there is because top end is usually when v8s play. I suspect it has to do with the air to water IC in the intake manifold which cools more at those crazy speeds since it passes more air over the heat exchanger. Plenty of content to digest here on KZbin. Check Autoglory and a few others to see the gamut of possibilities with minor investment.

[@benlagey9149]

I have this car, with the MPPSK (m performance power and sound kit), BMW state that it takes the BHP from 326 to 355, however a large group of us 440i owners went and got our cars dynoed and they all came out at 380hp - 390hp. BMW seriously understated the performance gains!

[@vomErsten]

It's basically an AWD, 6MT-capable M4, which makes it infinitely cooler than an M4 to me.

[@codymachado]

@@vomErsten hellllllllll no m4 widebody Alone makes it better, and the s55 is way more raw and advanced than the b58

[@codymachado]

@@vomErsten and the m4 comes with a 6 speed as well, or a dct, the 440 doesn’t

[@vomErsten]

@@codymachado The 440i can be had with the 6MT, in both the RWD and AWD flavors.

[@codymachado]

@@vomErsten fuck xdrive and i know, it doesnt have a dct option though.

[@ahkeen]

It’s called the ultimate driving machine for a reason haha. You guys had so much fun making this video and the cliche corner lol

[@Jeff-pz8vh]

I own this car in snapper rocks blue with the only difference being that I have the m brakes. I have driven many cars in my life and this car is easily the best one I have ever driven. I fully understand the exuberance that these gentlemen display in this video as I feel the same way every time I drive it!

[@Yathuprem]

Do u know the best thing about Tues and Thurs, (I watch these in Wed and Fri as im Indian) Doug and TSP. Awesome video guys. Here before 30K

[@chasem7889]

What did you think about the steering feel/feedback on this car? Was there any at all? Also, has BMW fixed the dead spot on center (in the steering)?

[@curttheboywonder]

Watching in 2022. So much more humble compared to their current reviews. Feels much more fun.

[@BMWEnjoyer]

I have a 2018 340i xDrive M-Sport and it's insane! I'm stage 2 with a downpipe and intake and it is so fast and makes amazing noise.

[@Yonate]

Wow amazing review! I'm heavily considering this car over the m4 now. Especially since I can get this with x drive.

[@geo745don]

Yonate and a Manual, thanks BMW

[@westonite210]

How do you guys not have more subscribers!?!

[@wilmotown]

Currently renting one of these for a quick blast from Stuttgart to Berlin. I did have an issue finding the rear defrost. The base one has cheap paint and doesn’t have a sport exhaust, but it’s still the most fun I’ve had in a car in quite a while.

[@adamy3834]

Loved all my BMW's.

[@zachmockett7566]

Yup my dad's got a 2017 340i xDrive with the M Performance Pack 1 and 2. It's a great replacement for his 2007 Mustang GT that didn't feel any faster (even with 438rwhp). Nice not having to worry about tickets for modifications and he drives it all year instead of May to October.

[@zachmockett7566]

Also it's Estoril Blue 😉

[@plotdot6920]

You didn’t look at the 2018 Gt mustangs ?A lot nicer in my opinion

[@AllThingsFascinate]

@@zachmockett7566 that sounds literally perfect.

[@zachmockett7566]

@@plotdot6920 he does like the 2018 Mustang, actually test drove a GT Premium Convertible a little while ago... But living in Ottawa Ontario means he wanted an all season car. So the 340i xDrive is a great fit. Looking at 60s-early 70s Mustangs to start working on as a summer toy 😉

[@zachmockett7566]

@@AllThingsFascinate thanks Alex, it's an awesome car with enough luxury and plenty of sportiness all year round.

[@jnsaoo]

8:14 Did you reverse on to something?

[@TheStraightPipes]

jnsaoo picked it up like that!

[@DominicBrissette]

Bought this car (2019 with a 6MT) and it's been a blast, love it :D

[@Lwhchris]

My practical dream car is the C43 as the M4 din't sound that well but man did this car make me reconsider my option. Sounds soooooo amazing.