2021 BMW M440i Review: The Good, the Grille and the Ugly!

[@RemoveBeforeRace]

Behind the scenes fact: The whole week of filming was foggy hence the broody atmosphere. 🌫 Maybe nature was trying to hide the car’s face? 😅😂 Seriously though, what are your thoughts? I much prefer the M4 front!

[@dwade3202]

If I had the money, Id go for m4 no doubt, but only in that yellow color you had it and everything else blacked out. Looked really good like that.

[@csuren]

Black out isn't too bad, but the chrome is disgusting. Shame about the steering feel.

[@jamisonz3365]

I think the M Power version looks better. More aggressive and more capable to hold the special looking of the grill.

[@millipekmez577]

i wonder if the variable steering was the reason for that vague feeling. there were some negative comments on the last gen, not in m models tho.

[@onewatchjustisntenough]

sorry but as a previous f30 fan and owner, BMW has completely lost it.

[@olivertoronyi2462]

To be honest, mainly in this black colour I really like this car.

[@JohnGem0324]

i do as well. i have owned over a dozen BMWs

[@superbecx]

#me2, wish it was electric, faster and cheaper

[@Todestuete]

@@superbecx There will be an electric version soon, and it will be faster. Cheaper.........

[@galaman12001]

In person it looks actually quite stunning!

[@ags911]

Hides the grill better than the bright green

[@tunghoang2372]

I think that’s the best bmw grille ever design - like or no like - it’s different and outstanding

[@jwanilpatel3223]

I think it looks stunning

[@G82Watts]

It really is bro like wow. This car looks fn amazing ... these new grilles and the performance have made me a fan.

[@k.m.f369]

Totally agree. It's clear to me, ppl who don't like it are influenced by other idiots. Bc it's gorgeous

[@LittyJonez]

I own this car and it’s amazing. The grill grew on me and I get more compliments than ever in the car because of its uniqueness. Coming from an M2 N55 (Long beach blue) I was really nervous about the change and so far it has been great! I chose this over the M340i because if it’s uniqueness and sporty feel. The car does not feel “boaty” like the old 4 series and is SUPER fast and very powerful at lower rpm’s I can do 0-60 in 3.92. The only complaint I have is the steering on comfort same as the m340i, complete trash, keep it in sport or sport plus and you are gold.

[@seanzal]

I like the grill. I agree in that it does lift the 4 series from the more conventional looking 3 series. The 4 looks classier and really stands out on the road now, so it’s a job well done.

[@nasrjibril3307]

Dont see anything bad in the grille. I love it

[@alvinmpower4985]

Get a dark color exterior and it doesn't look as bad in person

[@jagpilotohio]

LOL! I love it. A car so ugly you must Pick a color to make it less hideous.

[@f32440i]

Let's be honest the front design is a dogs dinner

[@haddd28]

Kinda looks a bit soft on the side. Compared to last gen which looks sharper.

[@ImmortalJo3_E46]

Its a mustang 🐎

[@Ares01008]

It doesn't have that distinct side line

[@Neridoo62]

Spoiler, frontspoiler and sight skirts will solve that

[@king_vixtor]

Oh man that grill is gorgeous. Should be the grill for all bmw’s. If you’re going to spend thousands of dollars on an expensive car should atleast look different then all the other cars and stand out.

[@keo9365]

0:04 AMAZING!!!! 😭😭😭

[@keno9964]

One of the best KZbinrs out there. Great work being done. thanks.

[@hilarioushen4164]

In my opinion this car is stunning regardless of the color or the grill.

[@BPawn6]

On a black car it kind of absorbs the grill and it's less offensive. On any other color car that waffle iron is awful. Glad I got my M2C.

[@JYMAHJAMES]

the intro edit looks 10x better, but in black the actual grille looks 🔥

[@brianbgood]

I have the 2022 m440i in Brooklyn grey. Get compliments on it weekly. Put a dinan cold air and a JN4 and it becomes a totally different car. The b58 is an absolute masterpiece and over built to take a ton of mods without risking the engine

[@den_is1]

hey Brian! can you share some pics of your m440? wonder to see how the Brooklyn grey looks like

[@podge5555]

I must be the only person that loves the new front end

[@vegardhagen9259]

im with you

[@ntokozontombela6968]

You’re not - I think it’s really unique. More people will warm up to it. It think it really sets it apart. I love the new Grille.

[@swft_]

looks very nice on black, any other color makes the grill stand out too much imo

[@hugoh.huidobro3561]

I love it..

[@scottnesjan3711]

I like it too...👍😁👍

[@farhadsenzai7890]

Can someone explain to me how the steering can be terrible yet the handling is excellent? I don't get it.

[@alpenjodel24]

A german design company called Prior Design already developed a „normal grille“ conversion bodykit.

[@Pato-ot3hf]

yeah but only for the m4 until now right?

[@unknownl7515]

Buying this because i know the aftermarket companies are gonna come in clutch

[@unknownl7515]

@- Albinn - nahhh

[@camelsac]

The newer grille instantly dates the older F series car. I wasn't sure when I first saw the pics but when I saw one in the metal, I knew it was the right design.

[@sampitts5734]

The big grille doesn’t look awful but seeing what it could’ve been at the beginning.. smh bmw

[@manilli_]

Then it'd look exactly like the old one?

[@JWil97]

@@manilli_ it'd look like a baby 8 series.. duh 🤦

[@manilli_]

@@JWil97 I'm not interested in your internet antics..

[@JWil97]

@@manilli_ internet antics? I guess you cant accept that youre wrong 🤡

[@The_Stanman]

@@manilli_ this gen looks way different beyond just the grille IMO. The rear taillights, lack of hoffmeinster kink, side body line.

[@mata2618]

Personally find the rear 3/4 more offensive than the grill, those proportions are all over the place.

[@mbal4052]

I agree, it’s a mixture of mustang and celica

[@wolfbros6017]

I have to say on the „normal“ 4 series the front looks quite odd, but I have seen it in person on the new M4 and there it looks absolutly fantastic.

[@ClutchGene]

It’s a different grille that’s why

[@OdamaKamayuka]

Imo the previous M4 was so beautiful... I'm sad.

[@bibiiu3559]

Outdated m4 f82 if you compare against his rival in class.....WHAT DO YOU MEAN BEAUTIFUL? LOL AND INTERIOR IS CHEAP LOOKING IN F82 LIKE 10 YEARS FAR AWAY FROM THE ACTUAL DEBUT🤣...UPCOMING NEW M4 G82 TOTALLY A LOT MORE BETTER THAN F82 M4

[@n.aminr.7175]

I LOVE THAT GRILLL !! OMG. The 'RABBIT TEETH' is just the Merc Benz army doing.

[@AlexSeddon11]

Still isn’t as ugly as the rear of a Merc CLS

[@yes8032]

The rear of the CLS looks handsome in comparison whit the grill honestly

[@keyzer2011]

E92 M3 owner here. The M440i is 2 tons and hideous. I'm sure they'll sell a bunch but BMW has lost it's way for me personally.

[@ACURACALABAR11]

Hmm to each their own. E92 m3 is outdated. I drove my friend m340 and its way nicer. U cant beat the e92 v8 sound but thats the only thing i miss. The sound.

[@Chris-nj1mr]

I had an E92 M3, they're awesome! Build quality was better in that generation too. Very different cars though, obviously

[@bilalha123]

@@ACURACALABAR11 dated? The e46 and e92 are the best looking cars BMW has ever built after the new 8 series

[@ACURACALABAR11]

@@bilalha123 to each their own bro. I love the bmw 2002 n love the new m4.

[@pats12517]

The leaf bmw added to this car is just brilliant, really accentuates the sportiness of the car

[@brentmiller4060]

Sorry, but I love the new grille. Love the chrome surround better.

[@pratikagrawal4190]

I haven't found anyone whom i can relate to as much as you on the new M4 grilles As you said, you dont like the grille of the 440i because it's completely closed and it has the chrome inserts but like the new M4 Competition grille because it has a more traditional slats and also the shape of the grille has been slightly redesigned Another great review Raz... Keep up the great work 👍

[@rdbetta]

Once the aftermarket bumper comes out this is going to be a very sexy car

[@paulconte3999]

Wait until you see it blacked out in person. It’s mean

[@verhu010]

Basically any decent coupe is "mean" in all black. If you need your car to be black for it to look nice, you've picked an ugly car.

[@trevordread44]

i have a 420d xdrive in Blue, i was not a fan of the looks on its launch, but i must admit it grew on me, over time, and it gives it individuality from other BMW cars.

[@rohitmak489]

I loved the grill and i just bought one too.

[@cheroiurobert7255]

i dont care what enyone is saying , i love the grill, the bodywork the interior, all of it , 430i RWD will be my next car

[@GamingCorral]

I visited my the BMW dealership and got to see one up close and it actually looks very nice, the car looks nice and the overall reception of the people visiting BMW where positive

[@erickdavid7550]

The fact that you done the review regardless of the cold 🥶 and still nailed 👌 is very commendable RAZ and yes the m4 one looks wise is waaay better talk of go big or go home 😄

[@bobn1337]

I hated the grill at first and now I love it. The cutting edge can be lonely. But yay BMW for making a statement without being Toyota over-styled ugly.

[@troygreen9321]

The grill is massive but we'll get over it with time

[@Susanoo5-y6m]

Can't believe I'm saying this, but in this colour I think the grille works! Has a menacing appeal about it.

[@NomNomCactus]

*Pitchfork in hand*: I want to see someone punished for this beaver design!

[@mikediazArtist]

It looks closer to Audi and Lexus design language. With this bmw lost its distinctive design that set itself apart and made it unique and more importantly, beautiful. But now it just blends in.. As an M3 owner, I’m not buying a bmw again until the head design chief either changes his design philosophy or leaves bmw.

[@amirulazrai4416]

I using my mom’s 328i 2012 series, got the same blacked out exterior. This M440i is a wishlist right now.

[@elicash315]

I like the new grill. I’m trading in my 18 330 lease. I drove the 440m sport. It’s legit quick

[@funananinetshiozwi3849]

I can’t buy a car that makes me doubt it everytime I see it’s grill, the car is great everything is but that grill is unnecessary, the lights on the new bmw avoid one from looking at the grill, and the main fact that you say “all black” that’s basically you saying you won’t notice or see the hideous grill as much

[@SoXFireBlade]

I still find the C43 to look amazing. Sporty yet classy and timeless. The 440i seems the design are all over the place. Aggressive in front but refined in side and back

[@mrsbaylocksvideoemporium9621]

I've fallen in love with the body of this car. I have to agree the M4 with its horizontal slats looks like some sort of legendary 1980s sports car and that is my dream car. The M440i is stunning, particularly in black but my dream car would be the M4 in Toronto Red with the black grille and wheels contrast. Does anyone know when the car reviewers will be able to test drive the new M3 and M4?

[@JohnSmith-ss6mp]

Love it, just ordered it in Brooklyn Grey with the same interior as this video. Considered the M4 but will be a daily commute so the 440 is more appropriate.

[@EvgenyMoon]

With all that beauty of its face i looked at that leaf all the way

[@Hernjona]

Glad to see it’s growing on a lot of people so far I’m sure in a couple years after an LCI it will be very good looking

[@rabeahkarram9689]

Get used to it it looks fantastic

[@Dolencd]

I'm afraid to say it ... Ok ... Here goes! M4 grill is starting to grow on me. What have I become?!

[@jasongibson6759]

Morning Raz, I’ve spent lots of time on the cross trainer over the last few months recovering from knee surgery and have really enjoyed all of your reviews, thank you. Tomorrow is quite a sad day for me as my March 20 20 plate 992s goes back to Porsche as I’ve basically got my money back, I’ve been purely driven by my head on this decision, not heart. To fill the gap I’ve got a 440i MHT 70 plate arriving this week, sadly you’re less impressed with this car, thanks again.

[@Osmosis909]

I honestly am starting to like it, but only in black... will probably go see an M440 in person, but I'm really starting to like this car the more I see it. Great review, I like that it's more of a grand tourer, I'd be looking at this as a daily with a bit of zip when I need more than an out and out sports coupe like you've said.

[@christophergresco9677]

Question regarding steering feel and sound. Was driving done in comfort the entire time? Asking because with a BMW usualy steering and exhaust sound changes greatly in Sport and Sport+...

[@205500830]

Is it possible to have a numb steering, but with good handling? I got confused there

[@unowen-nh9ov]

BMW don't have designers, they are MAGICIANS & this corporate sleight of hand has more people trolling the brand than buying it (even if both those are record #s). Turns out this was just the warm-up for XM, their biggest & most powerful vehicle ever, hopefully now the pendulum swings back the other way as they halve ICE production for 25 neu EV & dedicated BEV 2025 Neue Klasse. I've seen track video of new Ms, anyone ignoring these because of GRILLE doesn't deserve 1, BMW are separating the drivers from the trolls.

[@tlteal]

Got one of these (black, black and black rims) and LOVE IT! Yes, even with the new grill. :-)

[@Drazeeen]

This looks 10 times better than the m4.

[@OrionVX]

Needs aftermarket front bumper or fancy double color schemes. Other than that grille huge step up in build quality.

[@JohnSmith-er7qz]

Going to pickup my C43 coupe today 😂

[@emilaby5]

Should have got a c63s

[@BlakeRothman]

@@emilaby5 completely different price range

[@fungaijairosi4880]

The grille stories are getting old guys. The car looks good, and because that's all the journalists can talk about right now, it's gonna sell well.

[@_Azur]

The back makes me think about a bad lexus knockoff But with the front of the 8 series, it redeems itself And btw the m4 comp is 130 000€ on the road in France without options lmmmaaaooo, gonna buy a Porsche with that money

[@kidnapthemoneyy01]

if a m4 costs 130k , then Porsche will cost 200k+

[@bartlemy]

Another very well made vid mate. I see hints of the Nissan GTr ..does anyone else

[@RemoveBeforeRace]

A good point’

[@awc7279]

The grille doesn't look that bad when in black; still this car looks really good.

[@iani_2020]

Actually it does look awful, even black color doesn't save it.

[@Gochsener]

if it had the 8 Series Grill the M4 would have been my favorite car of the year.

[@davidk504]

The good, the grille, and the grille There fixed it haha

[@firewaffle1]

🤣🤣

[@adolphblackstone902]

BMW hit it out of the park from the new design and massive grill waiting - waiting for 2022 m5 competition

[@Shadowshd12rt]

This bmw is so beautifull

[@MrAlpinab7]

A work of art, a masterpiece of design !!! You'll see it in time

[@r1pp3dx]

For the first time in history, the front license plate makes the car look better.

[@Dexduzdiz]

😂😂😂😩😝

[@mraihan7400]

I mean if you could get over those hideous grille, this bmw is actually a really good car.

[@magnustan841]

What BMWs aren’t good cars? They are all good all-rounders.

[@dzarganakis]

Like many have commented, I quite like it with the black grill and black paint. You get the aggression without the ugliness.

[@badass1g]

The m4 blew it **again**with a horrid exhaust note... looks like I’m going with the m440i. The editing in this video is next level wow! Never seen anything like it.

[@firewaffle1]

Best car channel 👍👍👍

[@infintelyevolving4937]

My man really uses the 90s NBA on NBC music 😅... I can’t hate, it sounds good 👌

[@benkirkham2017]

Honestly I saw a black one in person today,I actually think it looks really good...

[@niacinbiotin]

That leaf wants to cover that grill...

[@ghb7860]

I bet if bmw always had a huge grill and finally made a small grill for the new 4 series and 3 series, people would still complain

[@iani_2020]

Wrong bet. it's just your personal opinion which doesn't match with reality.

[@jptj7729]

The rear looks terrible. The lights look like they have been pulled straight off a Hyundai Kona or even Elantra

[@manoszervas9613]

Looks so hot and different, I would choose it in either black or white with black details So aggressive design 🔥

[@4gosselin]

It's too bad because the M4 package feels so much more balanced. That format is quite attractive. I will say if you want to stand out from the crowd the M440 delivers in spades and the car has a great presence. RBR was spot on with it feeling like a mini 8 Series.

[@Incomudro1963]

My biggest problem with this new styling is that it looks more Japanese than German - and it's not just the grill, it's the body, This car could be an Infinity o a Lexus.

[@jimthompson717]

The grill is perfect. I love it. I have a 2025 in Brooklyn grey.

[@Theresho.Komane]

The grill is definitely a deal breaker. It's just hard to get used to the new BMW design language.

[@cptskellern]

The grille looks fine to me.

[@gunchen2]

I subscribed this channel because of first 5 sec of this video...

[@ahmadelhussein4506]

Do one on the RS5 Facelift!!! Pleasee!!!

[@combinedeffects4799]

Wow - this guys has serious tech to do these videos

[@joebloggs4191]

You can certainly hear the engine / exhaust in the video but not in the car? or are just wanting pops and bangs? Personally I am not so keen on pops and bangs but much rather prefer a juicy deep exhaust note.

[@albertnajdi5794]

That's a real driver comment there 👍

[@factorseries]

M440 is a brilliant car, it knocks the C43 out the park only until 2023 for the next C class

[@duncanmykocinher3831]

Love how you do the visual comparisons at the beginning

[@ogamaniuk]

The leaf on the grill, I'm looking at it all the time👀👀👀

[@christiansoriano8646]

I really like the grill. Always

[@BlakeRothman]

I have this car with M performance exhaust and in sport plus it lets out triple gunshots

[@thewanted718]

Best car reviews by far

[@itsremaine]

My favorite brand is Lexus so this grille grew on me pretty quickly can't be a hypocrite when my fav brand perfected massive grilles

[@PhatTok]

I think it looks like a lovely car and seen in person confirms that.

[@goncalocrespo7959]

It looks amazing! Love the boldness of the grill!!

[@edgargomes8003]

Really LOVE the LIME COLOURED M4-COMP 👍👍👍👍👍👍REVIEW

[@mrsbaylocksvideoemporium9621]

Sao Paolo Yellow - yes it's stunning!!!!

[@valentinivanov3389]

Love the new grille