Alpina B3 Review: The Secret BMW M3 Touring | 4K

[@AutoTraderTV]

Who'd be tempted to buy the Alpina B3 over a regular BMW M3? ⬇️

[@ashleymicklewright4613]

Had my eye on this for a while, but I'd have the limousine 😍 gorgeous car!!!

[@lexRTD.]

Actually the alpine is a nice car but i think id take the m3. But here is something, i don’t hate estates, i actually love them, but to me the alpina is just not for me.

[@Orielparadise]

@@lexRTD. oh really, id definitely prefer the Alpina. Love their paint colours and wheels.

[@307skylake7]

With the new grille STILL not going well with me, I’d take an M340i touring, or even better, the ALPINA. Oh and, the ALPINA would be much more comfortable daily than the M3, based on M’s typical suspension & springs. Lovely B3 though!

[@MauriceBln1]

In any case, Alpina. This is the better car and much more exclusive.

[@griphy]

A car for the people who know

[@dagnut]

yeah man used values tell the story.

[@roadreg1820]

You know 👌

[@dinopappous6639]

....for the people who know how to be best friends with the service manager...!!! FORZA ALFA BABY !!!! THE KING 👑 IS BACK !!!!

[@dinopappous6639]

@@k.c.e.2963 ...BMW FANBOY FRAUD

[@MarioPescaru]

Alpinas really are underrated

[@LivingLifeSlower]

By those who haven't driven.

[@Mkvkuv]

i think that's Alpina's intention

[@seanbyrne8767]

Hardly. Anyone who knows anything about cars knows not to underrate an Alpina.

[@TheCeki1982]

@@Mkvkuv - True.

[@ttvvideos2050]

the only car you'll ever need

[@nn-hz5cp]

I take the B5 Wagon

[@tomfield8766]

@@nn-hz5cp Probs same, but the B3 is still amazing!

[@Xayuap]

only BM', may be. but Audi RS6 and RSQ7 exists. Also Range Rover is a perfect all around. Best of four worlds; performance, elegant, confortable, spacious, any terrain.

[@TechJBS]

@@Xayuap Range Rovers are quite big and wide but also notorious for being money pits. However they are sublime to drive. Having once driven a diesel v8 twin turbo vogue fully kitted with all additional extras it changed my mind on them lol. So so quick and smooth

[@yourerightmybad7363]

Dad maths adds up, but nice performance as well

[@Timyashone]

All Estates like this are underrated. SUV’s are over hyped and Estates like this should be the new wave

[@boondockbwoy14]

Agreed

[@sivvinod3187]

Imagine if the cash and money spent on the urus was put in a lambo estate... Perfect car would've been made.

[@tyler9703]

@@sivvinod3187 To be fair, the Urus is an awesome car. I'd rather Lambo make a Panenera-based estate in tandem and keep the Urus

[@ljd8520]

The Germans love them

[@robbae9307]

The *actual M3 touring. After the M3s grille, Alpina went 💷📈🤑

[@a20axf]

Good point actually!

[@tobias_k01]

I don't understand why people say that with the M3's frontend ALPINA sales are going wild, why would they? People who want an ALPINA will buy one and people who want an M3 will buy one. The ALPINA has been available for many generations and now the M3 ADDS and option. This is basic understanding of how a market works, and I don't know how people are so confused with that. The M3 will NOT add customers to ALPINA as this customer group existed BEFORE!

[@a20axf]

@@tobias_k01 Well I always knew about how great Alpina is and yet I picked M cars over it. However, I would likely take the Alpina over the new M3 Touring... except i would change those turbos for the same amount of power as an M3 (or more). It’s not as clear cut as you state due to this generation’s design and weight gain although I understand your perspective and reasoning.

[@boondockbwoy14]

@@tobias_k01 Agreed

[@14DENISS88]

@@tobias_k01 true, but Alpina is increasing their production, because they are upping their game. It would be foolish to tie this to M3´s ugly grill.

[@bobmcdade5217]

2 children and a dog means I have driven 3 series touring for the past 15 years. I currently have a 330i which does pretty much everything I need it to, but if I had the money I'd definitely upgrade to the B3. To my eyes it's pretty much the perfect car. Nice review as always from Rory.

[@naliinsuthakaran2967]

Try the m340i you get the full 6 cylinder goodness

[@bobmcdade5217]

@@naliinsuthakaran2967 I did test drive one before settling for the 330i. decided against it because my wife uses the car far more than me and I figured it was a bit too lively for her.

[@edsalt5281]

The price on this car is great value for money even though still really pricey

[@mha2263]

@Bob McDade I get you but isn't it X drive so you won't really have traction issues

[@MisoElEven]

@@mha2263 Im pretty sure you can switch it to rwd mode at any time

[@JoeAchilles1]

Amazing video buddy, what a car!

[@AutoTraderTV]

Thanks Joe! It’s pretty mega

[@BB-zv8tx]

@@Adam_Rosenberg91 or a non competition rwd M3 Touring. If you think about it, they won't be apart by much in terms of power.

[@audiocosmonaut3883]

​@@AutoTraderTV I want to vouch for Joe as a top candidate to co-host episodes especially featuring BMW and Alpina related content - man's got knowledge and wit 👍🏻

[@faisalleeds]

Always love your Alpina reviews Joe!

[@w4ndile]

Rory just has his own unique and special touch... keeps me coming back for more of his excellence

[@boondockbwoy14]

A L P I N A workin their magic once again with the B3 touring this beast is one well-rounded machine the perfect daily no question!

[@FootToPedal]

Fantastic video Rory and Team. I love everything Alpina stands for. In a world where BMW appears to be taking a vastly different direction to times gone by, maybe this is the saving grace...

[@richardbrayshaw570]

Genuinely intrigued by this car. Always been on the lookout for something different, with great power, comfort and ability, whilst also having the conflicting qualities of being quirky yet completely solid and reliable. All of which is quite a big ask! The Alpina B3 might just be the answer, and so brilliantly presented to us by Rory and the AutoTrader team.

[@komi1834]

B3 is so much better car than standard M3 this generation + it looks so so much better, BMW sells so much M3 nowadays they made them worse than they could be just so they can introduce M3 comp later, M3 comp should be the regular M3, it's stupid that B3 which is supposed to be luxury 3 Series ends up being quicker than regular M3, if you spec M3 interior decently + get fancy alloy wheels you are basically only 3-4 grand apart from getting a B3, it's easy choise between B3 and M3, B3 is so much better, it's like when E9X D3 Bi-Turbo was only 1 grand more expensive than E9X 320d 😂😂, you had to be nuts to get the BMW instead of Alpina

[@pradhyudh]

3.9 second estate ,God good times are coming and comfort + mode is a delight

[@richardraybould6928]

Love the styling, colours inside and out. Wagon every time for me.

[@samuelsmith6902]

Have only just discovered Your Auto Trader reviews - These are Great! Your playfulness, driving talent and skills, and graphic verbal descriptions are superb. It's a real treat to discover these presentations ! THANKYOU!

[@AutoTraderTV]

Thanks Samuel! Much appreciated. Make sure you subscribe and hit the bell! -Rory

[@vs-mz8nn]

Forget all M,AMG silly SUV. This is IT

[@RamjeProductions]

Alpina, the car for the _automotive connaisseur_ . Can't wait to see the B8 Gran Coupé Allrad being reviewed by Rory!

[@boondockbwoy14]

😮

[@lyletregoning4717]

Rory Reid. I’ve been unsure of your pre autotrader work. But absolutely every single autotrader video I’ve seen you do you’ve absolutely aced it. Your calling has been found.

[@CleanFinish2023]

How are you not still on Top Gear?, love watching your reviews Rory, this one in particular, is brilliant.

[@velocgee2874]

Because the Top Gear did him a disservice.

[@HarryBradbury]

@@velocgee2874 True ☝️

[@berten673]

The 3 series is all the car you'll ever need. And this Alpina makes it perfect, in every way. Lovely review AutoTrader, hats off to you.

[@dobermankd]

CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake,

[@majidalihamid]

RORY IS A ALIPINA B3 SLEEPER. EXCELLENT REVIEW AND GREAT TO SEE HIM BACK ON A PLATFORM!

[@camokiller56]

I’ve always loved Alpina B7s, this b3 is the perfect package!

[@sajjadafzal6405]

The Alpina B3 beats the new M3 all day long! It is actually perfect. Well done Alpina

[@GoFast865]

I’d choose this over the new M3/4 any day of the week and twice on Sunday.

[@JuanLopez-oz9kh]

You can make Yugo feel special! Love your videos, great team work.

[@sugarsaint]

Stunningly car and beautifully worded as always

[@westonmunyaradzitambama5771]

my favorite car reviewer!!

[@pointbreak24]

Fantastic review as always by Rory and incredible cinematography as usual! Hats off autotrader!

[@TuddecBMW]

BMW will make an M3 Touring (finally!) but M and Alpina have very different approaches to making fast BMW's. M cars are agressive and ready to be driven at 10/10ths, possibly on track. Alpinas are supposed to be the ultimate road (Autobahn) cars. Hence the more discrete looks, the preference for low-end torque rather than high power at high rpm, softer damping and the lack of a speed limiter. This car is made to be fun around corners, sure, but its main purpose is to be driven north of 150 mph on the Autobahn in comfort.

[@R-Tap]

A proper gents express. Green is THE colour for 2021.

[@TCWFRANCIS]

Best car presenter on the TV! Such a shame you’re not doing more Rory but keep these coming!!

[@vincentalexeibetos1046]

Another excellent review from Rory! This is how a BMW should be, elegant + sporty at the same time!

[@mantisshadow8990]

Excellent video, didn't even know this exist. Also can you do a video review the new Lotus they seem great.

[@theone7644]

No I can't sorry

[@AutoTraderTV]

Which one?

[@mantisshadow8990]

@@AutoTraderTV Wow, I wasn't expecting a response lol. I suppose the Lotus three eleven is good but it may be hard to source. So maybe any of the Elise Cups or Exige Cups or even the Lotus Evora GT (only being made for the US domestic market.) It would be a real treat to see the Three Eleven though, I tell you!

[@sneaky_krait7271]

@@mantisshadow8990 I hope he will drive the Lotus 131 when it comes out!

[@thegreat0220]

@@AutoTraderTV Lotus Evija

[@alext6271]

Seen this car on the M25 a few weeks ago. Saluted the driver who saluted back. Beautiful machine indeed.

[@AutoTraderTV]

👋🏾

[@MrGwaldo]

Love Alpina’s even more with the body stripes.

[@clarkgavinst]

This is beautiful yes! But you still could go for the M340 Touring, absolute beast of a car and can get one for around £40k.

[@theckasher4452]

@@axcn4733 this costs 100k if not more, just buy an rs6 instead

[@Under_Construction100]

Maybe they should call it a 4 and a half series. Hahahahahah. Rory, you're on a league of your own, buddy. You're absolutely the best car reviewer on KZbin

[@ps2516]

Thank you Alpina,for giving us the perfect Bmw,the prettier and practical version of M3

[@Chris-ww7fy]

Amazing car and who better to review it than Rory? I love fast wagons! It’s too bad these aren’t available in the US. Not that I’d be able to afford one, but it would be a treat to see them around. A guy in my neighborhood has a B7 and I get excited every time I see it!

[@Eren-da-Jaeger]

how good you really are outside Top Gear. Nice

[@CCGR-2024]

I am totally mad at you! You were having way too much fun in this car not to have taken me along with you! ;) Great video and That is one Heck of a car! Thanks for doing the video, it was fun just to watch it!

[@agustinliden6189]

Omg what a beauty that 2021 dark green colored Alpina B3 Estate 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@rcode2007]

This b3 is just perfect

[@JBOsurf]

The comfort plus mode is what makes this car incredible. It does everything.

[@milanap3547]

This man is a very good presenter. I was enjoying watching.

[@rust3dsteel]

Excellent stuff Rory and team. The production quality is fantastic and the energy in the presentation is enjoyable. I've been heavily tempted by Alpina since moving to Germany.. the forbidden fruit! I'm still hanging onto my M2 but man... these Alpina just keep calling to me!

[@ukiyo5283]

Alpinas are the ultimate sleepers. Alpina ownership is an exclusive and special club to be in.

[@dhirajp4677]

5 stars for cinematography...

[@loneric550]

I own two B7 Alpinas & freaking Love ❤️ them can’t wait to add this one to the fleet!

[@reggyvoorn7541]

Top review nice filming en enough info to make something out of the B3 wich is my favorite touringcar ever!

[@aagg6124]

One of those cars where you due to family circumstances need to have a large daily vehicle, but which in weekends still could be brought over to the Nürburgring

[@zulfiqaar786]

I wish I lived in the UK...just for the cars ..in South Africa we don't get rare cars like these...stunning car... especially for a family man. I love an estate...

[@faranahmad]

Best alternative to the new M3!

[@TheDonMagicWon]

Shame about the grill on the M3 so yeah I’ll go for the Alpina ( if I could afford it 😂)

[@ChadWilson]

Best looking grill of most any modern BMW.

[@magnustan841]

8 Series?

[@ChadWilson]

@@magnustan841, yes the 8 series still has a reasonable grill.

[@KuyaArbee]

omg the quality in these reviews are so top notch!

[@Sinr0ne]

Alpina's have always looked awesome. They are something that those who know Alpina really appreciate. Dont think they are under appreciated, just not that many know about them.

[@mogalemokgele1409]

I even forgot about top gears existence. RR This is your calling

[@SDADanCars]

Impressive indeed 👍 I will check it out as well for an Review 🙂

[@ShogunsDojo]

Yes Rory 💪🏾 The Alpina is the M3 we deserve, fast af with the touring body style at launch and none of that huge grilled rubbish 😂👌🏾

[@boondockbwoy14]

Looks are subjective to say "we" deserve wouldn't be proper because that only implies the majority of the masses look down on the new M3/M4 grill..if you don't already know looks are TRULY a subjective thing many are in love with the grill and many are turned off

[@ShogunsDojo]

@@boondockbwoy14 but the majority of the masses do look down on that fugly grille. If you like it then good for you, I’m gonna continue to say whatever I want.

[@boondockbwoy14]

@@ShogunsDojo Lol oh really and you are one to be able to survey the masses? In time we shall see who's right and wrong when they finally get dropped and we get to have fun and experience and play with them

[@dinopappous6639]

TO ALL THE BMW FANBOYS... ENJOY YOUR NEW GRILLE

[@anthonysnook1098]

Missing facts: crucial extra cooling radiators up front behind the larger air intakes for all-day high 3-figure autobahn driving. Wheels: the locking centre hides the air valve which goes direct through the spokes to the tyre; no air nozzle on the rim.

[@nurburgringuk]

The first Alpina I’m genuinely excited about

[@Ken_Jones]

Lovely review! Normally you don't see modified car reviews on this kind of channels. It's awesome. AutoTrader with Rory has surpassed Carwow for me AND is on par with Autogefühl. However this channel more fun where Autogefühl is more informative. I love it.

[@audiocosmonaut3883]

Great seeing Alpina featured on a channel the scope of AutoTrader's. Well reviewed 👍🏻

[@lucasslavin348]

Dream car!!! Thanks for another excellent review!!

[@yasarramzan8016]

This is the complete car. Thanks Alpina. Wake up bmw

[@izzdin6228]

The wheels to me are its best exterior feature. Reminds me of the btcc multi-spokes back in the 90s.

[@wally07]

I’m pretty sure I was out running at this exact car came past me..... I literally said “oooooh yeah!” To myself as it went past haha!

[@gregorygant4242]

Great car by Alpina. It's quick , luxurious , and so practical. I would buy this over a BMW M3 actually , super !!!!

[@GhostHunter9137]

How you have only 700.000 subscribers? This video quality is like TopGear

[@papa_pt]

I'd get this over the M3 Touring for the sole fact of it having a sunroof.

[@mrwinstonwolfe]

I gave a thumbs up before start watching thinking I might not regret at the end. And I didn’t

[@t8polestarcyan22]

Can't control my drools! The world needs to bring back sports station wagons!

[@ThrottleBody]

Who needs an SUV 🤷🏿‍♂️ I'd have mine in that exact spec, thank you

[@ReynoldsJer]

This kind of presentation! Is world class🔥. you deserve more sub's and a bigger Stage..

[@peterbennpan7288]

I didn't realise that Alpina do a B5 Touring version! Closest thing you will get to a M5 Touring 👌

[@impslap7620]

Considering the M3 Touring is going to have the horrendous front end, I'd pick this on looks alone!

[@luftgekuhltisacult]

The Swiss Army Knife of our lives

[@faisalleeds]

Great review Rory. Really think BMW are starting to lose their way. They need to focus on their core features rather than looking at what the competition is doing.

[@de7509]

Been waiting for a video review on this for ages!!!

[@wezob4569]

Alpina is a true drivers car brand👏👏👏

[@JohnNick72]

We don’t get this Alpina in the US, so I got the closest US version - X3M Competition. It’s great fun too!

[@foxyobrown]

The closest would be the M340, definitely not an (even) fatter SUV...

[@JohnNick72]

@@foxyobrown Assuming you are not in the US. We don’t get an M340 estate/wagon in this country. SUVs from BMW are the only option here.

[@foxyobrown]

@@JohnNick72 my bad, sorry pal

[@Crm_well]

Brilliant testdrive, respect.

[@sampayne9663]

Amazing car, great review, why oh why is the new m3 using that huge grille when this is so classic like this

[@Topman2123]

Not really a fan of bmw but really enjoyed this video well done

[@kangill2411]

Good video. Once you've driven a performance estate it's hard to ever go back to an SUV.

[@merpscovell]

Discreet and very desireable. Far more elegant than the hideously ugly new M4 which BMW will have to try hard to live down.

[@boondockbwoy14]

Looks are subjective do keep that in mind and I doubt BMW will have any difficulties with sales of their new M3/M4 as I matter of fact I wouldn't doubt this generation to be the best selling M3/M4 yet

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

BMW is just trying to be shocking for the sake of it. I prefer Porsche's or Alpina's strategy.

[@oaummakwana]

Raise ur hands if u knew Rory from Fast, Furious & Funny channel 4 years ago

[@ASW_TV]

Oh yes

[@theofanisvasilakakos8203]

Great video. You should do a comparison with the m340d touring. I think that that car is the true best of both worlds, as it comes with a down to earth fuel consumption as well

[@dereknicol5284]

Kempston Sainsburys, the ultimate in mundane.

[@integralhighspeedusb]

Excellent placement by Sytner.

[@stevemclean7473]

Sytner Nottingham are the original UK agent for Alpina. They used to have the bolt all the Alpina bits on themselves originally.

[@Andres221Rider]

Perfect car, great reviews as always dude!

[@bella_testastretta]

this is the best looking "new" bmw

[@shikarbabulall3897]

Its looks way way better than the current M3 and M4 too

[@rajsekharvavilla5467]

A perfect car on perfect man's hand. He knew how to tame wild beast.

[@jonny5777]

I had no idea Rory was such a bad ass boy racer. I’ve loved Alpina for decades and this is the best one yet I think. You can buy this exact same car at BMW Nottingham now for £85000

[@garethedwards2883]

I think it looks great and with the M3 engine has the power but looks understated which I like

[@boywonder8114]

Great Video bruh Do the Alpina B5 Thanks

[@markopolo9559]

Beautifull car this espicially in the green. What a great idea with the small spoiler above the windscreen to take wind noise away from sunroof, why dont all manufacturers do this?

[@JacobHall1601]

Absolutely stunning car, a dream daily driver