Chris, I’ve had mine for just about a month. Had an 2008 M3 manual and my other car is a 2012 991.1-manual. The M550i is my daily driver and it’s the perfect blend of performance, luxury and technology...BMW nailed it. The dealership had a 2019 M5 available and I was tempted, but in the end since I had the 991 at home, didn’t need another “toy.” Love your reviews, direct, informative, to the point, no messing around. Thanks!
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Ajit Pillai. We appreciate your comments and support. And congrats on the new car. Thanks for watching!
@sman964906 жыл бұрын
Thanks for letting us know what you own.
@timw20834 жыл бұрын
Its been a couple of years, do you still like the M550
@stephenm38742 жыл бұрын
Just found your video. Hands down best presentation on YT! Just bought one used and it is amazing.
@AutoAcademics2 жыл бұрын
Happy you found us, Stephen M. Thanks for watching!
@JEM_Official6 жыл бұрын
You deserve more subscribers, keep doin what you’re doin
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
We appreciate you, Edgy Baby, and we'll eventually get there with people like you supporting us and spreading the word. Thanks for watching!
@trevorcollum68836 жыл бұрын
I love your videos man, you put time and effort into every single one. You have a great atmosphere here on your channel. Keep it up man! Much love.
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
We truly appreciate the kind words, Trevor Collum. Thanks for watching!
@AirForceJay2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!
@AutoAcademics2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Nova!
@rolfytumeric60486 жыл бұрын
One of the best, in depth reviews on the internet. I’d like your take on the 2018 Lexus LS 500. I think their infotainment system is crap .
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Rolfy Tumeric. We're working on getting a few of the latest and greatest from Toyota/Lexus so make sure you're subscribed so you'll be notified when we do. We appreciate your comments and thanks for watching!
@denzellsiem6 жыл бұрын
Why Such Under-Rated Channel?? Im Subscribing and turning on the Notification!! This channel is awesome!! ;D
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for your support, Ansell June! We truly appreciate it. And with subscribers like you spreading the word, we'll eventually get there. Thanks for watching!
@SM-zw4ky5 жыл бұрын
This car is a bargain. Hidden gem in a segment full of options.
@zenunogoncalv Жыл бұрын
what's that I see at 7:42 mark? Is it... no it cant... a functioning and well applied blinker? I can't believe it!
@AutoAcademics Жыл бұрын
😂 Yup, in every one of our videos, zenunogoncalv. Safety first! Thanks for watching!
@22bad965 жыл бұрын
Nothing can compare with a BMW! Good job man
@AutoAcademics5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Lucian Mot!
@alexc.74494 жыл бұрын
Especially that 4 circle VW....
@alexc.74494 жыл бұрын
Awesome review of a fabulous car, keep up the great work :)
@AutoAcademics4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Alex C.!
@williamclark27304 жыл бұрын
I've been driving and racing BMW'S since 1984 I've never had a unreliable one yet, not at all I'm still a hard driver and I prefer driving over playing with buttons but I'm a stereo guy to I like my music. Sorry a lot of the cumputer,electronics once I set if it stays it stays
@martinmarinov5056 жыл бұрын
Its just that the m5 is not that much more expensive for an expensive car so you just might go with the m5 and not wonder what you are missing :D
@SM-zw4ky5 жыл бұрын
The 2020 M550 gets a huge HP boost and drops 0-60 to 3.5. Also gets the newest iDrive so the differentiation gets smaller and smaller. The M550xi is a much better value but you can't get away from the fact that an M5 is an M5.....
@saravahgebrehawariat94936 жыл бұрын
This presentation actually made me say "hummmmmm". I'm a Mercedes-Benz girl so I'll remain loyal...loyalty loyalty loyaty! Nice car. I'm surprised I don't see more of them on the street.
@veronicianyveronica52906 жыл бұрын
Great review and excellent video, thanks a lot man !
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Veroniciany Veronica. We appreciate your comment! Feel free to check out some of our other reviews and subscribe, too, if you haven't done so already. Thanks for watching!
@seofonrice6 жыл бұрын
wish we could get this in the UK. We have to live with the 540i xDrive Touring
@Toyota4Life6 жыл бұрын
Great car. Overpowered for not being a full M car. Not to mention you will able to chip this and make more power. But this car will be a great buy few years down the line when the prices drop heavily for it.
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
We agree, Toyota4Life. Thanks for watching!
@AustinC28385 жыл бұрын
Those look like "AG" brand jeans you were wearing. Tell me if I'm right.
@AutoAcademics5 жыл бұрын
Ha! Nope. Chris said Old Navy. Thanks for watching, Exquisite Vidz!
@AustinC28385 жыл бұрын
@@AutoAcademics my bad! Great review though!
@danielson19896 жыл бұрын
I've noticed two things in that car that are missing so far. In Australia we have the full digital dash speedo cluster and do you get the display key?
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Daniel Triantopoulos Hi, Daniel Triantopoulos. This car does come with the display key, but BMW doesn't trust us journalists with it. LoL. Thanks for watching!
@danielson19896 жыл бұрын
What about the full digital dash cluster can that be optioned as well?
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Daniel Triantopoulos This particular car was fully loaded, as far as we're aware, so there aren't any other displays that can be had. Hope this helps!
@danielson19896 жыл бұрын
AutoAcademics ohh right. Yeah i’ve seen the G30’s here in Perth Western Australia and those speedo clusters are full LCD screen so the rev number and MPH or KM/h gauge are a screen and not printed.
@danielson19896 жыл бұрын
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@delanodavis21195 жыл бұрын
Isn’t the light laser and not led ?
@standardsheetmetalmachiner95034 жыл бұрын
Nicely done!
@AutoAcademics4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Standard Sheet Metal Machinery!
@Dr.Ijaz_ab4 жыл бұрын
Which one did you like more e43 or 550i?
@AutoAcademics4 жыл бұрын
The E43 was a beautiful car, but the M550i was very engaging and powerful. Definitely more enjoyable performance from the Bimmer. Thanks for watching, ijaz ahamed!
@theautochecker6 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work, but you would appear more engaging without the sunglasses, just my 2 cents
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
We honestly appreciate the feedback, Autochecker Chris, and we'll see how we can balance better engagement with Chris not losing his eyesight (or at best, squinting) from the sun -- one of the challenges we deal with working outdoors. But we'll take that over the rain any day! Again, thank you for your comments and for watching, too!
@theautochecker6 жыл бұрын
AutoAcademics thanks for the prompt acknowledgment,you guys are a serious bunch and we appreciate that!
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Autochecker Chris. We appreciate you, too!
@TimeisReel6 жыл бұрын
Nice Jacket...
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Ha! We'll let Chris know, Fromthefuture. Thanks for watching!
@LaurentiusTriarius6 жыл бұрын
Nah the first was the M540i back in 1995, nice review I felt for the clickbait dude
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Hey, L Renaud. I guess that is a case of semantics, since we're in the U.S., dealing with U.S. cars, and the M540i was a Canadian-only car. But good catch, either way. And sorry you felt our title was click bait, seeing as how it began with "2018 BMW M550i xDrive Review." Oh well. We're happy you still enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
@LaurentiusTriarius6 жыл бұрын
AutoAcademics uh very true my inner geek forgot I was Canadian... Iirc we had a "m package" F10 m550 ... At least in this freezing hole we call Canada. I love your review style, I wish you all the views!
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, L Renaud. We appreciate your support!
@ivanlowjones6 жыл бұрын
I'm sure Chris realizes how gimmicky some of these BMW's features are. The gesture controls and self parking options are over the top. Overall this car is a great alternative to the M5.....for now at least.
@justrandomthings3196 жыл бұрын
The volume gesture control is great for those who don't want to lean in every time to touch the screen or the knob.
@ivanlowjones6 жыл бұрын
chancy319 That is a very tiresome exercise to be sure. If only BMW engineers had thought to put audio controls on the steering wheel in close proximity to the drivers fingers. That would seem to involve less muscle movements than hand gestures which rely on hand, wrist, forearm, and shoulder manipulation.
@justrandomthings3196 жыл бұрын
That is very true. You are right. I forgot about the steering wheel controls. In that case, it does seem like a gimmick because I can't think of any other scenarios where it will be more useful than the screen, knob or steering wheel. All it is now is a point of price increase and added maintenance.
@ivanlowjones6 жыл бұрын
chancy319 I can't tell you how many times I leaned over to use my infotainment system and found myself lightheaded from the exertion. Gesture controls could lead to an increase in carpal tunnel injuries. Yikes....I better stick to the steering wheel controls.
@AutoAcademics6 жыл бұрын
LOL You guys are cracking us up!
@crxracer8056 жыл бұрын
Don't drive any new BMW period. They will break as shit. They're so UNRELIABLE. Get Toyota or Lexus.
@user-hs2hd7wp9g6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, sure because Toyota has a model that could compare to that... Who cares if they're unreliable, most people lease them. If not, well, that's a 90k car so you should be able to spend a few grands a year to maintain it.
@crxracer8056 жыл бұрын
Simon Vuille Yeah I guess they're the type of car to lease.
@martinmarinov5056 жыл бұрын
Don't buy if you cant affort, else you are buying a great car. You got to pay to play.
@JokerG166 жыл бұрын
Simon Vuille Lexus LC500
@jh5kl6 жыл бұрын
being a german car today is like being black in Oklahoma in the 50s btw www.cnbc.com/2017/10/18/toyota-recalls-more-than-300000-sienna-vehicles.html www.cars.com/articles/2016-toyota-prius-lexus-rx-and-2015-2016-lexus-nx-recall-alert-1420698929021/ wasn t on alexus that famous case where the accelerator got stuck and a family died while calling the emergency?
@jfcn4746 жыл бұрын
After owned 3 BMWs, I have to say if you really really really want a BMW, lease it, and save some holidays for bring the BMWs to dealers, and after 4 years, get rid of them as soon as possible --- no matter how low the millage is. But overall the BMWs are pieces of crap. REALLY.
@CorvetteSpeed6 жыл бұрын
weird I've owned 6 bmw's and have never had an issue with any of them, no mechanical no electrical issues and no big or small parts inside or out. I guess you got lemons.
@petaujus30006 жыл бұрын
same here, aside from a 30$ camshaft sensor, never a single issue either. I agree no one should own a car like that that's not under warrantee, as anything breaking down will cost an arm otherwise. If you get a used 90k car for 40k and can't afford replacing parts, it just mean you can't afford the car. You should never bet your savings that you'll get away with no breakdowns, it's just bad financial decision.
@crustyrustymayo47165 жыл бұрын
@@petaujus3000 finally some one with some common sense
@greggque38496 жыл бұрын
BMW not a reliable brand and resale value is HORRIBLE......I HAD one......
@chillout11096 жыл бұрын
Gregg Que It is not a secret that cars depreciate in value. Even some supercars depreciate too. Stop making it sound like only BMW depreciates. As for reliability, there will always be problems with our hi-tech modern cars. Every brand on this planet has an issue here and there with their cars. It's not just BMW. The problem is that when people encounter a reliability issue with a car, they are quick bash the whole brand as sh!t. You yourself have had only one BMW, and yet here you are concluding that the BMW brand as a whole is an unreliable brand! I think that's unfair.