2022 BMW X3 M Competition - 503hp Family Hauler (POV Binaural Audio)

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[@pascutia]

Yeeeeessssss. These things are rocketships. I can say that the X3 M40i accomplishes 95% of what the M version does with a lower price and better ride. Very interesting color! Edit: the snow/rain falling in the intro shots was strangely comforting.

[@mark_e82]

This. Also the m40i has more low end torque. I have a pre lci and on east coast urban/suburban roads, you have more power than you use most of the time.

[@coryliverman]

I've had both a 2019 M40i and a 2022 X3M. The M40i was nice but not 95% close. Total package + 500+Hp. Not the same animal.

[@ARentz07]

@@mark_e82 I would struggle to justify getting an X3 M over an M40i. It's already pretty fast and rides great AND sounds great as well.

[@instrb91]

@@coryliverman agreed. BMW drivers are in a phase of comparing M packaged cars to actual M cars and I find it humorous.

[@LansdowneMotorsport]

I have an X4MC coming from a 440i and have drove the X3 M40i a few times. They are not in the same realm of car. The only benefit to the M40i is a smoother ride. The performance is not comparable.

[@RyanRoadReaper]

It's crazy how good the 2 and 3 series have gotten over the years

[@DekiaryCarter]

I know exactly what you mean about the stiffness. I just drove the 23 X3 M yesterday and I had the same comment. If you have a significant other that rides with you often I highly recommend they go on the test drive with you. On the other hand - it has INCREDIBLE car-like handling dynamics. I made a sharp u-turn and it felt like a sports car more than a SUV.

[@alexmercer8042]

They all have run flats now, don't they?

[@ytelsawy]

@@alexmercer8042 no, most come with PS4S or SportContact 6’s

[@alexmercer8042]

@@ytelsawy That's a nice surprise actually, because all weather runflats are just junk

[@ytelsawy]

@@alexmercer8042 agreed they suck

[@Enthusiastlist]

One of the best looking SUVs made today & it’ll keep up with a Trackhawk, not to mention it has a very nice interior & has proven reliability. What more could you want.

[@JWC-rk2ig]

Definitely - not sure if the M Sport exhaust is available in the UK? Sounds great regardless

[@Timski2543]

Love my 2020 x3m40i every time I drive it. The worse the weather the better. No issues when on i90 coming into Buffalo through a blizzard while towing a full uhaul trailer.

[@keithhunter3033]

I drive a 21 X3M and my wife got a 20 M340i. Both with car seats for our one year old. Gotta say these fine vehicles are your perfect daily and at the same time can still give you that extra bit of fun when you feel like it. Before this I used to have an F30 335i and at that time I never liked SUVs and now I'm glad that I was wrong.

[@ARentz07]

Wow, two X3s in one garage!

[@reverbandchill3425]

@@ARentz07 m340i isn’t an x3 :p

[@motion2597]

X3m can make 700whp with a downpipe and a tune

[@DhruvDrives]

I had a 2020 X3M, it was a total beast. Insane SUV with amazing handling

[@mikelaary911]

Why’d you get rid of it ?

[@DhruvDrives]

@@mikelaary911 I traded it in for a manual G80 M3

[@TheOverpowered1]

does the x3m feel like the m3 but more space?@@DhruvDrives

[@DhruvDrives]

@@TheOverpowered1 surprisingly the X3M felt harsher than the m3. But it is pretty similar other than size. The exhaust was also louder on the x3m

[@nickfusco9667]

Own one of these and I agree with all the commentary. It’s very stiff, very fast and very fun. It’s a great family car and a good complement to my E90 ZCP. 😊

[@jayee88]

All the different modes aren’t really a big deal. It’s actually the same settings they’ve had since the F chassis M cars except now they’re in a touch menu instead of physical buttons. Once you configure your M buttons to your favorite 2 configurations, you’ll never need to play with the menus again.

[@Zycx2]

if i had money or a family this would be the car for me!

[@reverbandchill3425]

Get moving bro. You aren’t getting any younger..

[@BMWFanatic]

As always, nicely done Ted! 🔥👍🏻

[@1bojanbojan]

bmw did outstanding job with it.

[@thesig301]

dudes got balls driving like that in cold slippery weather

[@Zerbey]

It's fast, it's gorgeous inside and I love the sounds... I just can't ever imagine myself in a BMW SUV when their regular sedans are so much better looking!

[@timothybracken1728]

It does look much more rigid and stiff than most SUV's.. I'm surprised it was still bouncing around like that in COMFORT!

[@Zycx2]

3:48 bro so relatable i always have a damn heart attack when i hear that damn e87 2007 ass noise its even harder than this one.

[@niraj7616]

Thank you 4 reminding me to buy some 🍋

[@Dave-tz9zx]

That sound is better than an orchestra

[@MonicaHolly143]

This the glc63s and the macan gts are the best suvs for the price in my opinion, all of them have the power but still in a small package, bigger suvs may have all the power but they are just too big imo urus, cayenne,x6 gle63s feels like fast big suvs while these class of suvs can disguise themselves as performance sedans

[@R19Robbin]

Love that color, it's better than those boring gray or black specs 👌🔥

[@konstantintomilin1826]

I got a business idea: retromodding cars! Just ripping all these screens, mood lighting, touch buttons out and replacing it with good old analogue cluster and amber ambient light.

[@kidstarr100]

Lmao the BMW chime, the same somewhat upbeat tone for door ajar and also if you just threw rod. Definitely makes you sweat every time to hear it. I have ptsd

[@danieleregoli812]

I'm no SUV fan, but a yellow M-branded BMW suits me just fine ;-)

[@AviationDirection]

Do you think this is worth over the standard X3M? I’ve been eyeing these lately to replace my current Ascent (yes it would be a huge upgrade, lol).

[@ARentz07]

I would say to try the X3 M40i as well. The M will be more hardcore, but if you plan on driving this all the time, the only reason to go X3 M would be the outright speed. The M40i is a fun car that is a little more comfortable than the M.

[@zeptosecond4106]

Yes. worth it. I have a 2021 X3MC. It's unmatched on the road against most cars.

[@xxzmk]

It is very interesting how these Engines are so reliable nowadays thanks to their adaptation of a diesel like construction design and extra stiffening parts in the engine. They only suffer mostly from LSPi where the injection clogs up and potentially reacts to heat like ignition making the piston go to the side of the cylinder whilst not reaching up to the top. So atleast after like 50k km you should use additives for injectors every 5th tank filling. That actually might make this Engine go for 300k km easily.Fun thing is I saw a B58 with 120k km rundown and the connecting rod bearings had 0% degradation.

[@Ethan_pov]

Tedward back with another one. 🔥

[@2fastg82]

Been seeing this pop up on my page from Boston motor sports I like this suv alotttttt

[@Aizman87]

Steering wheel is perfekt just because its so thick. Other manufacturers can learn alot from Bmw and steeringwheels is just one of the things Bmw is way better than everybody🎉

[@Woask_]

The only thing I dislike about this car is the interior sound, it sounds the same in the inside as a regular 330i.

[@eazy529]

The 2023 3 series now has different sounds. I would not say it for the better

[@philliesclips7348]

Finally a BMW video!

[@Ethan_pov]

My favourite bmw is the X6M. It has no business doing what it does.

[@instrb91]

My 2016 M4 asks me to confirm before going into my m1 setting (so basically I have to hit "m1" and then "ok"), which is a good reminder for me to "manually" shift. *Cue the M4 haters*

[@tl.carson]

im personally not a fan of the highlighter yellow on the x3m. dont get me wrong, it looks amazing on m4's and m3's. but i just dont see it fitting on an x3m. i think the x3m would look much better in a more classy color, like a dark blue

[@fr2738]

Only thing that is keeping me from buying it for a daily is the stiffnes, feels like some people are over exaggerating it. For reference, is it stiffer than a Mercedes G63?

[@leonsiric398]

Great review! Pitty it is automatic and there are no manuals. Pitty for BMW factory but great review and great reviewer!

[@edalder2000]

We need a race between this BMW and the Cayenne Turbo that was just tested. This engineering gone bonkers seems like way too much fun.

[@TedwardDrives]

This wouldn’t see the turbo GT after the first corner

[@МишаВасильченко-у5ш]

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[@randommactech8700]

Hey I can kinda relate to that a little bit. I life in my little bubble of driving old cars a e34 and a range rover l322 from 2002 Well my "sporti" choice is the bmw 😅 But I was fortunate enough to have a x6 m30d as a loner ones for 3 days and boy o boy was I imprest with how incredible this thing was to drive in a very fun and sporti way It really was kicking the tail out and the different characters between comfort and sport was so cool to me and that even for a "boring" entry level enginge I I can only say good things about its driving characteristics and so I think that a real m car x 3 is very capable and fun to drive :) Also I'm a tech freak that was just super happy about all the cool toys that thing had. So for me the 2 m buttons on the steering wheel would be very good Its like macro keys on a keyboard so I like that a lot 😀 plus all the configuration is very nice to dile it all in. I would have bin interested in a little testing of the allweel drive system in regards to the rear wheels getting more power. I believe that you can put this thing in go 2 weel drive but maybe I'm wrong on that 🤔 didn't see the option there Anyhow very nice video thanks for the great lock at this highlighter 😊

[@TheLPCGAMING]

I love my M40i and this would be my next car.. minus the neon paint lol

[@moses_irl]

Settings and button overload. There must be a dozen buttons on that steering wheel alone.

[@scottmayers1460]

Owned one of these from may of 22 until October. While tedward does a fantastic job w his reviews I think he and much of the automotive press got it wrong on this one. Yes it’s fast. And that’s where the fun ended for me. Yes the engineers do a good job trying to hide the weight. But it’s still there. (No carbon fiber roof available, no ceramic brakes available). Brakes are weak. Suspension isn’t firm. It’s harsh. It’s like it has way too much rebound in the dampers. And to me the interior materials seem a little low end (not fairly comparing to my previous and current f90s). I guess it has a purpose and is kind of rare. I just wish m would stop w m everything. I do not agree this is a true m car. It’s a really fast suv but no replacement for say an m2 or m3.

[@jeromeclemente1769]

HI Scott! per the X3m forum - the 22 year model got upgraded suspension and less harsh than the previous years. May I ask what model year did you purchase? I currently drive a 2018 Macan Turbo with Air Susp and the ride is sublime on comfort mode- perfect for road trips and firm on sports plus setting when driving the back roads. The 503 HP has me interested in the X3M but the harshness of the susp is holding me back....

[@scottmayers1460]

@@jeromeclemente1769 mine is a 22. For reference I had a 18 f80 which is known for being pretty harsh and I personally would put the 22x3mc near that. It takes the initial dip or bump ok. But then when the dampers rebound it throws the body upward. A lot of people will say yeah it’s an m car you’re just not used to it. As I said. My f80 was firm. Not harsh. My f90s are very firm. Not at all harsh. I drove my neighbors x5mc. Also a 22 but that does not have the revised dampers. Very harsh. Nice car otherwise but harsh.

[@jeffc0099]

N54 1M and N55 M2 looking at each other when you mentioned S series makes the car an M car

[@matejaatanasov5888]

Using no tech (watches) helps me get in shape in which I plan to run my halfmarathons. Listening to your breathing and getting to properly control it is when you start progressing fast. So perhaps save the detailed tracking for serious training and speed. Or do as you like, don't overthink it.

[@jessefung9688]

You can edit M1 Button to keep it in automatic shifting mode too.

[@connormowers7304]

Is it still comfortable despite being a stiff suspension?

[@danieleregoli812]

I'm thinking though that the Stelvio Quadrifoglio might have a bit more 'soul'...perhaps?

[@SchubertLife]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@olivierb9091]

Funny the camera picks up the light coming from the drivers display, like it's not infrared but it is some sort of sensor. Btw what was the leather colour?

[@Warrior11117]

Porsche Macan GTS with S58 engine would be nice

[@Chpspsa]

Amazing

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

We need a GLC63 review!!

[@markovwms]

2:41 that rear door-slam was jarring

[@xX8Devil3Xx]

510 hp☝️

[@ChoPi-Eww]

This will get me around that SLOW ASS in front of me so much better! DON'T THEY KNOW I'M A VIP ON IMPORTANT BUSINESS

[@saucyp123]

Really wish this was in the form factor of a 3 series estate, but you can't have it all :(

[@paparazzi8472]

This monitor sticks out like a winter shovel. Why did they ruin the interior?

[@ShaiyanHossain]

Honestly I would rather have this than the equivalent m3 xdrive

[@slaWterCH]

Incredible how a set of newly designed taillights can ruin an entire model.

[@lucadragone425]

Why does ever M sport steering wheel have a little creaky noise to it when turning the wheel?

[@Birmingham_racing]

That colour looks like Del Boy painted it. Only uk fans will understand this

[@Noel4Lyfe]

I just went on the BMW USA website and chose the X3 M and I can't even choose the highlighter yellow 😭

[@Aristocrafied]

I'm guessing the purple lights in the dash are infrared lights doing some checking on your face or whatever? Only the camera sees them I hope

[@TedwardDrives]

Yes

[@Aristocrafied]

@@TedwardDrives Phew, that would be mighty distracting otherwise haha. You know what that system checks?

[@TedwardDrives]

Pretty sure it’s just to check that you’re not asleep

[@Aristocrafied]

@@TedwardDrives you'd say in this kind of car you wouldn't fall asleep too fast hahaha

[@cbz21]

Looks like a Edge ST lol

[@rpm773]

I like colors like Sao Paulo yellow on cars, but I'm not sure I could deal with it for the duration of a 2 or 3 year lease, let alone anything longer. I need to be able to change the color of my vehicle like I can change the wallpaper on my phone!

[@yg78t76t7]

That’s what wraps are for

[@TheRyansLion]

I still don’t understand who would buy an M SUV, or performance SUV in general.

[@bill4632]

When you have 1 or 2 kids and want to get away for a weekend or few days. But want something to handle like a sports car. The family & cargo won't fit in. The practicality of this fits the bill. Carry your family plus cargo while having a little fun.

[@micraw714]

I bought one so that when we go to the mountains, we can enjoy the twisty roads on the way there and then also take it off road without any worries.

[@siyastancekid]

Where do you get all these cars

[@westpointDrives]

What kind of camera do you use?

[@jermonepemberton2880]

Look just like my gta one

[@XantoS771]

Can't they just have a big COMFORT button and one M button ? Like the E60 ? They give you too many options and it's overloading your senses

[@user59371]

Ooof that spec is really bad….

[@DouEditz]

A vehicle for the conflicted fellow, stuck with the family, yearning for good ol days. Mate, just leave them and go buy a Ferrari .

[@ares9701]

Oh god, think I hate everything about new BMW's. Clearly aiming for the chinese market and modern hipsters - this should not be classed as an M car. That oil cap location I think sums up BMW now!!..

[@MrELOHELJayKay]

neon yellow with grey and red leather interior might be the worst color combo ive ever seen lmao

[@Abduizzle]

So could a wagon

[@brickson98m]

Lol the whole “use the same sound for everything” must be a German thing. My VW GTI is the same way. *DING* it might be icy. *DING* you just ran out of coolant. *DING* you’re almost out of wiper fluid.

[@dw2176]

when I worked for BMW the service carpark was always full of white, black and silver. yawn

[@keithposter5543]

Man, Boston Motorsports have some great cars in terrible colours ;-)

[@jimomertz]

Frustrated daddy car

[@HeroInTheSun]

Check out some KZbin shorts how to pronounce BMW

[@WEBUYGOLFCLUBS3]

Highlighting German history?

[@WEBUYGOLFCLUBS3]

😬

[@adampichel]

to whoever is reading this i hope all of you have an exquisite rest of your day, and get your dream car fr!

[@XsaviXander]

Looks extremely boring.

[@kahmed7328]

It may be fast and capable but it just doesn’t look very good.

[@inspectorchicken]

Not a slow car, but meh. It's lame.

[@SixGap]

Hey BMW, stop making this car. This guy says it’s lame.

[@inspectorchicken]

@@SixGap It is and you look like a clown in it

[@josetm2708]

tired of soulless suvs

[@Wg323]

@@josetm2708 A bright yellow, twin turbo, i6 SUV is soulless???

[@josetm2708]

@@Wg323 yes. fast and soulless. suvs are too npc.

[@bitkarek]

that is really ugly car.

[@sinisajakus3602]

katastrofa hahahahaah idiotizam