2022 BMW M550i Review Test Drive

2022 BMW M550i test Drive by The Straight Pipes. The 2022 M550i is putting down 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque from a twin turbo 4.4 L V8. At $PRICE CAD, would you take it over the M5 or Mercedes e53 AMG?
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[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@MyAlexWest]

ugly, esp front from some VW car!

[@user-oi4ke7us3l]

НЕ МОГ ЗАМЕТИТЬ МАШИНУ =) МНЕ РОЛЕКСЫ МЕШАЛИ =)

[@danr154]

Video looks great! You guys have been doing a fantastic job for a long time now. I really hope you arent actually bankrupt from it though......cause I mean its nice but its not a leap and bound improvement that justifies bankrupting yourself! Anyway thanks for making this car seem cool.

[@TheStraightPipes]

@@danr154 naw we didn’t change cameras. Just changed a setting :-)

[@AdrianColumbus]

@@TheStraightPipes Love you videos, but I think you could improve´ your color grading

[@992seefouress]

So glad you guys finally reviewed the M550. It is stupidly quick and super comfortable. Total sleeper though- blends in with every other 5 series until you fire it up and the hear the growl of the 4.4L V8.

[@ethanbillig8511]

I thought I was crazy to notice how crisp the video looked. Those cameras were well worth the money!

[@ravocean]

Are you guys sure about the video quality being better? I'd say it's the opposite. It almost looks like it was filmed on a phone or a lower-end camera. I think everyone is falling for the 60FPS and ignoring the actual quality of the image.

[@yashmann]

@@ravocean I agree looks like it's been filmed on a phone, older setup was much better

[@swagmalone8092]

@@ravocean more of it having to do with the color profiles not being the same but I personally dont like the 60 fps

[@LuisLopez-lo9ti]

bruh I watched it at 240p bc my mobile data is slow 😔👍

[@ahyaan2552]

@@ravocean eventually they will get the colour grading perfect

[@Mattyew]

Like many others have commented already, the video quality is much appreciated! Can't wait to see more incredible cars in this quality

[@Lianpe98]

I couldn't tell xd

[@jonathansurin]

Loving the quality of the new cameras and the 60fps

[@Rgdarkchild]

That's what it is I'm like damn this video clean asf

[@uppernoth]

@@Rgdarkchild I thought they said they're just trying something new and were joking about the cameras

[@shigityshigityshwa]

The quality is lower. High frames doesn’t equal higher quality.

[@donwilber1628]

I've had mine for about a month, and absolutely love it. I've been making excuses just to leave the house and drive.

[@Maliksamuels33]

What are some of the things you really like about it?

[@donwilber1628]

@@Maliksamuels33 It's extremely comfortable and quiet when you just want to cruise. And yet, it can sound nasty when you jump on it. Yes, there are faster cars out there (but likely only 1-2%), but none as comfortable that you'd want to daily drive for under $100k...got mine for ~$80k. I'm happy to have a heads up display again...had them in my '85 Corvette and '98 Grand Prix, and don't understand why they aren't standard on all vehicles. The seats and headrest are the most comfortable I've felt in my entire adult life. Loads of trunk space. Wireless Apple Car Play. And I love the sleeper aspect...I don't need attention from other people, much less the highway patrol. The only thing I don't like is the automatic engine start/stop, which comes on in Comfort, and Eco Pro driving modes. However, that can be shut off at the button next to the ignition, though you have to do that every time you start the car. The simple work around is to buy an ODB Link and Bimmercode to shut it off permanently...you can adjust all kinds of vehicle parameters with those, and they're very easy to use, even for an old Boomer like myself. I recently had my first road trip, and even with my heavy foot, I got about 25 mpg over several hundred miles of 80+ mph.

[@targetegrat]

I got a 540 as loaner and was impressed on how quick it was, especially for the size of the car. I can't imagine how nice the 550 is to drive. Fast enough to be fun but also practical as a daily driver. Not a lot of cars have this combination.

[@karycooper1]

Hahaha , I have x6m I too mande excuses to leave house and drive hahahah

[@jkkf1991]

one of the best cars on the road. Only bad part is thin run flats. Small cracks in rims as a result. Best car i have owned.

[@elgiacomo]

I'm glad you mentioned the new cameras. As I was watching the first half of the review, I could tell something was different with the videography. Love the higher quality and framerate! Glad to see y'all continue to grow and improve! Keep it up!

[@dewaynesummers8105]

My favorite M light car. It is definitely a sleeper. Most people aren’t into cars wouldn’t knows how much of a beast this M550 is.

[@stanleetfk3823]

This BMW is the perfect sedan. And the picture quality is way better now. Kudos to you two!!!!

[@LASUPERLAWYERS]

Loved the cameras, loved the enthusiasm for a wonderful Bimmer. You guys are a joy.

[@shellcode]

I love how much of a sleeper the 550 is. With some downpipes and tune you can really unleash the power of this engine and make it feel more like the M5. My daily is a ‘17 550i GT that’s full bolt on and people love being pinned to the seat when floored 😅 I’ve been looking at the M550 as an upgrade and it really seems like a fantastic car.

[@samthecar]

The G30 platform is excellent, you won't regret it if you pick one up.

[@MrMlbfan6]

Well the g30 550 is basically the f10 with a 550i

[@WD.909]

What tune do you use?

[@shellcode]

@@WD.909 ProTuningFreaks Bootmod3, right now just a Stage 2 93 octane OTS map

[@EMKAPRJ]

@@MrMlbfan6No its not, G30 is something else… maybe the same engine core but its not the same

[@joebuckman3697]

My goodness this stuff looks like a movie. I really appreciate all you do to constantly put your videos above and beyond

[@jamesm9486]

I have 2021 M550, my previous car was a 2018 E63s, not exactly the same as a M5 but similar enough. The reason I changed is everyday usability, like the M5 the E63s is really not comfotable unless driven on perfect roads. Definitely more dynamic in every respect but I was rarely ever in a position to exploit it and I did not track it, so I rarely took advantage of what it was built to do well and unfortunatley experienced the downside ride quality 100% of the time. I was glad to see your review and based on my experience it is pretty much dead on. Every M550 review has the M5 community up in arms, I find it really funny, the cars were never meant to serve the same purpose, one is a track focused car, one is not, if you do not plan to track your car then you are buying the M5 (or E63s in my case) for the same use case the M550 serves and it just happens to serve it 90% as well in performance and 125% in comfort and is 40k cheaper.

[@gregs8685]

I mostly agree but the new E63 has toned down the suspension harshness, as has the LCI M5 Competition. I drove a base (non-Competition) 2020 M5 and it was very compliant in Comfort, on bad roads. I would get a used base M5 over a new M550 at the $85k price point, just for the incredible engine and chassis, although I agree you can very rarely use it.

[@Gold_png]

that 60fps in the first second shocked me I love it

[@user_jshkdbsms]

Loved the 60fps perspective, awesome job guys. I'm a fan

[@bajpaiabhilash]

Video quality is chef’s kiss at this point. I did notice and at first I thought it was different and could be my KZbin resolution but no it’s the intrinsic quality. Good job you guys. Love it.

[@arunkumar194912223]

Best way to summarize the camera quality. I had stop watching the video on my phone and watch it on my TV. Video looks fantastic!! Great work!

[@onkarkhot8508]

I own the 2018 M550i. Have the resonates deleted and with a RaceChip, I'm super happy with the results. It's seriously a super sleeper car, does everything from getting groceries, being a U-Haul for moving houses, to weekend races, been there, done that.

[@tough2012]

Literally looks like we are all just mounted inside to the dash riding along with you as you both review the car. I noticed as soon as the video started that there was something different about it. The car looked clearer than normal like I was looking at it through a glass window and it was really in front of me. Quite crazy how good the camera was.

[@dhamaljarba5296]

I noticed the video quality instantly, great job guys... big fan and keep up the good work🥰

[@Goooooo]

Noticed the viedoe quality immediately! You guys have always been on point but this upgrade is huge!!

[@aadriohno]

Frames so smoooth! Well done guys ! Appreciate the increase in quality which a lot of other channels can't be bothered doing 😁

[@abelldeez2146]

I literally am so enthralled by how detailed the trees are as you drive past them. The sense of motion and speed is so different with the new cameras 📷

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

“Literally?!”

[@abelldeez2146]

@@daytonasayswhat9333 literally

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

@@abelldeez2146 Woaaahhhh

[@joeschmoe5009]

Excellent improved video quality! Also loving the thumbnails, keep up the good work guys!

[@brayanrodriguez9043]

Watching this on the new iPhone made it the best video I’ve ever watched, thank you guys for always trying to make things better for us subscribers ❤

[@AYO_KO]

2020 is probably the best bang for the buck. Cheaper than the LCI and still has the 523hp motor. But if you’re really worried about power, the 2020-23 M550i can make 620 AWHP and 640 AWTQ with only downpipes, intakes, and a 93 tune

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

You could say that about every model just say that year before is cheaper. That’s not very insightful.

[@AYO_KO]

@@daytonasayswhat9333 nope. 2018-19 only make 456hp and 480tq. The F10 LCI that I have, makes 443hp and 480tq when stock. There is a very big difference between them. That’s why a 2020 still costs 45-55k and a 2018-19 that looks 100% identical can be had for less than $30k.

[@faeinthebay]

I like the 60fps! I'd keep tweaking the contrast curves and color grading to make everything more "cinematic" but this already looks great.

[@mattp.2508]

This video quality is so pleasant to watch. looking forward to seeing more!

[@matthias7569]

4k 60fps and incredible quality! Thank you for the camera update!

[@TheWarpYoshimitsu]

Totally contemplated getting this many times over. Definitely the sweet spot for a nice v8. Recent gas prices deterred me for a while. Was looking at it again. Only issue is you can't get the upgraded stereo in US due to chip shortage and that's a must for me. Guess I'll wait for the EV revolution now.

[@whoseyourchef2160]

I have a 21 M550i. I chose it over the M5 specifically because of the seats. Also, I put a RaceChip GTS Black tune and a Dinan Catback. 0-60 in 3.1 now, so M5 fast and better sound.

[@16matusko]

Haven't watched you guys in a while and was immediately surprised by the picture quality. It really is properly noticeable and looks great!

[@anthonydsouza1881]

Love details & clarity on the new videos, good work guys

[@ChaSin78]

Point of clarity (I've had my 22 550 since December).. the exhaust valves are not on by default for all modes, so comfort will not burble and pop unless you go into the infotainment and change it.. you can also reliably make it crackle and pop in sport plus only.. individual and base sport do not have the same pop and bangs.. I opted for not getting the package that included the four wheel steering because it made the back end squirrelly and it makes the ride super comfy and soft but retains the incredible engine and handling without the stiffness.. love this car..

[@stefanodefilippis2535]

How has it been so far on matinence and repairs?

[@ChaSin78]

@@stefanodefilippis2535 nothing really. One year service. Nothing else yet. 15k miles.

[@andrewm7045]

I've been waiting for a detailed review of the 2022+ LCI M550! My order should be showing up in December so thanks Yuri & Jacob for solidifying my decision! So hyped for my first new car!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Amazing car you’ll love it. Congrats

[@shigityshigityshwa]

@@TheStraightPipes go back to the old cameras the new ones suck

[@TheStraightPipes]

It’s the same cameras just different frame rate

[@LanceEJones]

How's the M550i?!

[@andrewm7045]

@@LanceEJones Awesome! Have about 2,400 miles on it and love it. Surprisingly good mileage on my commute. Absolutely ruined when I take it out on the weekends

[@nelasri1]

I love the car and the video quality is amazing!!! Thank you so much for all what you do!

[@eduardoarreola1026]

OMG notice the video quality instantly 😍, absolutely amazing video, love the bmw

[@RichardinNC1]

I enjoyed my 2018 M550i with a mere 460 HP. My only complaint was understeer on long corners and RFT tires (to get the wheels I wanted). New Michelins resolved that.

[@cryptograffiti]

how was reliability? eyeing an '18 now

[@RichardinNC1]

@@cryptograffiti Just fine for the 3 years I owned it.

[@jamesleung8679]

Fantastic cameras and great resolution, way to go guys.

[@kamalkumarduvvi4918]

The quality of video is amazingly sharp. We Want More!!!!!

[@franzthompson6661]

Great job guys the new cameras look amazing looks so high definition clear and perfect

[@RideTheTrack]

The extra quality of the new cameras is great but as far as frame rate goes I still think 30 or 24 or whatever it was before looks better lol

[@lester9230]

It's not a movie, we want 60fps

[@inthelifeofleif8268]

I noticed the better quality immediately! Love it! Won’t change the fact I watch every episode anyway lol

[@tonemack2981]

The camera/videos quality is amazing! I noticed the refresh rate/ smooth frames per seconds right away. It's eye-opening, It's a very immersive experience.

[@JohnNick72]

Video quality is fantastic. Never thought it was lacking before, but this is super crisp.

[@marcloveall]

The cameras do look great!!! Good job on the upgrade. I’d easily take a M550I over an M5 any day, i have been saying that since the M550I came out, best bang for your buck for sure. I had the honor of trying to race one in Bellevue in a 2015 WRX and well lets just say I didn’t win…. Lol… the gentleman racing me was going easy on me

[@krushgamerlife3191]

Finally my car gets reviewed. Love it. Great video guys 👍

[@droman752]

Camera quality is next level. Another great video 👍🏽

[@Gamblor24]

I like the higher quality of the video guys! But not a huge fan of the 60fps, looks a little too tv news, not enough epic movie. But I'm sure you guys will get it all sorted, congrats on the new camera's.

[@emmanuelonuoha1880]

Huge fan! Theres however something wrong with the compression of the video. while the framerate increase is noticeable, there isnt a huge difference in video quality and color depth compared to previously, for example the f150 or even farther back x3 video. I even watched the video on three different devices to verify, but its almost like a lot of the video data was either compressed during the editing pipeline or by youtube. Great that youve upgraded your hardware though, but it should look better than it does right now i think

[@apirmoh2202]

Been waiting for this one! Thank you!

[@ericwaltrip6184]

I could tell in the opening seen the frame rate looked cinematic and fluid. Keep it up!

[@terry1473]

Hey TSP, just wanted to drop my thoughts about the camera quality (still loved the review!) fps kinda threw me off but what really got me was the quality looked a bit grainy. I'm sure you guys will get it sorted!

[@elyklenzak7695]

Ok so I'm not the only one that noticed. Everyone kept saying they loved it, and I love the 60fps, but still images just don't match up. Just a tad grainy/fuzzy compared to last few videos.

[@shigityshigityshwa]

Yep a lot softer. Focus is bad. Image quality is worse. 60 fps is bad. Color grading is bad. Just bad all around

[@elyklenzak7695]

@@shigityshigityshwa 60fps is bad coming from 30fps? Am I missing something?

[@leroy5202]

Yesss, I was so confused with everyone saying it looked great when the first shots did not look to good at all. I had to check if I was still on hd.

[@enriquearayatajr]

Image quality is great but the 60 fps is a little disorienting! Overall, good video, enjoying the large grill thumbnails!

[@fdmc2278]

First time I’m watching this video, and quality of the video is unbelievable better abd clearer than before. Well spent money!!!! Otherwise you are making very good and interesting videos!!! Just keep up!!!!

[@rishidutta4311]

Love the new cameras. Well done guys.

[@slimhardaway8]

Why don’t all the new BMW models/trims have that upgraded grill, the old ones look so outdated now?

[@mas921]

4k60 nice!!

[@bilalmohammad2442]

Loving the new camera upgrade. Great work

[@lucaafowerki9896]

Love the camera quality and the video was really really nice just like always 🎉

[@alexc3295]

Despite popular misconception, the video quality in former videos was far better. Detail and color was much nicer overall and 30 fps vs 60 gave the videos a much more professional demeanor

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

They sound better with the different manifold as well

[@taliyy_]

Thats true

[@JJ-yu]

I instantly knew the camera quality looked different even before you said anything! Amazing step up fellas. keep up the good work. M550i is definitely an attainable dream car I think.

[@SiphoHlophe]

loving the footage!!! great work gents

[@TheWarlord228]

took our X3 G01 LCI in for service a few weeks ago, saw bunch of the new 530d's in full highway patrol police livery. Looked absolutely sick

[@JimboJason]

Nice camera upgrade, I feel like I'm sitting in the car with you guys!

[@bigchunky98]

Fantastic job with the camera quality🔥

[@kartikeysingh6081]

60fps looks great especially at the transitions. And the video looks awesome.

[@ravocean]

60 FPS on purpose or by an error? Looks a bit unusual

[@oracleoptix]

Absolutely loved the camera footage through the entire video...I was thinking to myself, damn, I must have stumbled on to some secret WI-FI connection to get this video so clear. My goodness, beautiful choice boys!!!!

[@richie1359]

Great picture quality and excellent audio!

[@marcelli4311]

Appreciate this video quality!

[@NCM89747]

It's definitely a very good buy. You could easily change the diffuser, debadge the rear and delete a resonator and still have a lot of fun.

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

De badging is so lame.

[@NCM89747]

Might be to you but you can easily change a couple things and make it appear like an M5 which is why I mentioned debadging. If you change the fenders, bumpers and rear diffuser most people wouldn't be able to tell the difference.@@daytonasayswhat9333

[@Jokesta]

I saw the thumbnail for this video and I freaked out because of that grill... Thank God, BMW didn't ruin the grill on M5 or 5 series

[@arodri313]

The is the best looking video I've seen on youtube. Crazy level of detail.

[@alekssochi5837]

Quality of the video is amazing!

[@mekg5430]

Wow, running at 60fps is such a nice upgrade!!! Thanks guys for continuing to produce great content!

[@ghostedSTIG]

the frames going hella smooth. It's making my fans of my laptop go brrr

[@TheStraightPipes]

🌬🌬🌬🌬

[@progressisbeautiful1541]

Wonderful camera shoot’s I driven F series 550i, and I felt in love 😻 This is just the best BMW on sales today. It’s the kind of car to keep before ⚡️ cars spoils the fun.

[@8180lebois]

Noticed the upgraded quality right off the bay! Love it guys!

[@faisalqureshi5882]

I think I still prefer 24fps

[@trevorroth]

I seem to be in the minority... but I while I love the detail that the new cameras bring... it really lost the cinematic feel of your running footage shots. Locked down interior shots feel great, but as soon as we're outside the car, the handheld nature is accentuated and the extra framerate shows every little wiggle. At the lower frame rates a lot of that is masked with a little motion blur. If you're going to stick with 60, improved steadycam tech may be your next purchase. Love the content though. Camera change isn't going to dissuade me from smashing that like button (I already clicked subscribe *clap* and ding'd the bell).

[@edoug99]

Outstanding video quality, love it.

[@rachanvancroft5335]

Video quality is 🔥 keep up the great work eh!

[@jayingale]

I got 2022 M550i late last year and it has been a great car, absolutely love it. Reliability has come a long way for BMW and I have had 0 issues on mine. Since I daily this car, here are some pain points/general tips for prospective buyers from my perspective: 1. I didn't configure mine with the rear-wheel steering and that was a mistake. This car sure feels small for it's size at speed, but it's a behemoth in narrow spaces. 2. Do not skimp on the automatic parking. It doesn't work all the time, but when it does, it parks inch perfect. The trick here is to press the parking assistant button before you approach a spot, so the cameras can scan the spot as you drive by and then it offers to park itself. When it fails, it's mostly because the spot is a little too short. I have embarrassed myself trying to park in spots that weren't picked up by auto parking 3. 12mpg city / 24mpg highway 4. The phone compartment next to cup holders is too small for anything larger than iphone 13. No pro max, no large androids. 5. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is wireless only. It will almost always connects to the wrong phone. 6. Get a radar detector if it's legal where you live. The car is too comfortable to realize how fast you're going. 7. Crackles and pops: sport plus mode, going from 4000rpm to 2000rpm

[@QuanPham-uq7ml]

Appreciate this information.

[@AK-rx6hv]

👍

[@ozibit99]

i don't think 60fps fits Reviews that well tbh

[@VarunSastry09]

Really loved the new cameras and 60fps video This video felt quite different (in a good way) and it was not just the cameras

[@valentinkostov593]

Incredible camera quality! Well done!

[@choboc2]

Honestly I think the older videos were a bit more vibrant, perhaps these new cameras require a little color grading? Or at least a different color profile (IMO) Also, not sure about 60fps. It for sure is more smooth, but I feel like 30fps is more natural (the issue I have with the colors could just be that I'm not used to it yet. The skin tones do look WAY better!)

[@deander7653]

Watch on oled then come back

[@Pabla98]

Definitely prefer the 30fps, maybe even try 24fps. 60fps looks a little weird and not commonly used

[@choboc2]

@@deander7653 I did. I think after looking at it more the issue is mainly just the 30fps. I think the colors threw me off mostly because they're different then usual

[@abdobouz6226]

Is it just me or that front end looks like a skoda octavia??

[@MyAlexWest]

EXACTLY. THANK YOU!

[@mcklaynem]

Picture quality looks AMAZING! I noticed it right from the beginning.

[@metalbudsgaming8371]

Love the 60fps. Makes the channel feel more unique. 👍

[@EricTungCom]

Cameras look killer! I think it would be amazing to have some of the B roll to be shot at 120 and slowed down for that weighty cinematic look.

[@TheGamingNorwegian]

Camera quality is definitely better, but the most noticeable part is how stable not only the video is, but how stable the frames are when it comes to brightness, contrasts, whitebalance ETC.

[@jasonkang105]

Camera quality looks great 👍 well done!

[@stephenbellESQ]

I feel like the 4K 30fps looked better… this looks very processed

[@eftbfl]

Something feels off about having a car review in 60 frames per second. I think its almost too smooth, I think 24fps looks a lot better and far more cinematic than 60.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Ya but we had to try

[@TheSnarkMusic]

It's like the coolest soap opera I've ever seen.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Hehe

[@KompressMogul]

Excellent Cam and car!

[@Zach.3246]

Dude this video quality is amazing

[@TheSnarkMusic]

30 fps gang. Sorry 🤷‍♂

[@neelkrishna]

12fps >