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[@fortyofforty5257]

2024 X3 M40i. Haven't even explored all the features yet. Thanks for the good video. Seems to be simple, but nobody else bothers to explain everything like you do.

[@BeamerView]

The sound on your car is amazing! Thanks for watching!

[@robincook7253]

I’m always in comfort with my m440i. I switch back and forth through the modes to hear the exhaust tones and acceleration differences. I just turned 300 miles on the new car. The only quirk I have is the artificial exhaust sounds piped through the speakers. I set that to reduced but it’s still live under hard acceleration. Another great video here. Your the reason I bought my new bmw here. Mine is in San remo green. Sport plus is fun, but a little too aggressive for me.

[@BeamerView]

Hey Robin, thanks for the comment and glad to hear we played a role in your amazing vehicle! Fee free to shoot us questions about your m440i anytime! I just drove one to get coffee the other day and of course it was great!

[@youcancallmemrwilliams]

I agree I’m always in Sport Individual I own a M850i GC and sport plus is very aggressive. It’s a fun car

[@juliancastro2797]

@beamerview is there a way to change the sport mode sequence. For example when you press the sport mode button it changes to sport then sport+ followed by sport individual. Is there anyway to change it so the first time you press the button it goes to sport individual first??

[@aleksacrnogorac2973]

Windows always down , music always blasting , sports mode always on

[@BeamerView]

That’s it!!

[@Mike1122.]

Gas tank always need to be filled!

[@seeyawouldntwannabeya347]

I have ordered a new 2023 BMW 340i and I cannot wait. Watching all this BMW info will help me when I get my new BMW. Thanks

[@BeamerView]

Anytime, the 340i is also one of my personal favorites! You're going to love it! Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@pianist3221]

Thank you for this video!!!!

[@BeamerView]

Any time! Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@ThingsAreGonnaGetSporty]

Another great thing about Eco Pro for anyone who lives anywhere you get snow, ice etc. is that it dampens the throttle so that when you press it down the car takes a little longer to get up to speed. In low traction situations it helps you not spin up the wheels or worse when you're accelerating from a full stop.

[@BeamerView]

Absolutely correct! BMW does not have a snow mode but if you were looking for the next best option, eco pro is the way to go.

[@ThingsAreGonnaGetSporty]

@@BeamerView Wanted to say thank you, your videos have helped me immensely in learning all the features in my first ever BMW.

[@jmsdean20]

So what specifically does engine sport or sport plus do? If I was in sport individual and all other settings are in comfort mode what is that doing to the engine?

[@willywartaal3011]

I bought a 2021 330i today and I learned a lot with this video. I played a bit with the different modes and I have to say that sport and sport plus modes are both very aggressive modes to drive in. It even got me scared a bit on how aggressive it is. If you go full throttle in sport plus you will notice that it will shift a little later when in sport mode. Even comfort mode is quite sporty I have to say. I really enjoy the car.

[@BeamerView]

Hey Willy, correct. BMW vehicles are known for their sporty drive and they do it the best. Going into sport mode in these vehicles turns them into another vehicle!

[@willywartaal3011]

@@BeamerView Little beasts

[@user-cz6ox6zw3x]

Hey I just bought a 2021 330i as well. It’s doesn’t have the M sport package (which from my understanding was only trim and slightly tighter suspension). I don’t have sport plus in my car tho, did you tune it or did it come that way?

[@reetkever2526]

Bro These buttons not Working on my 330i 2019. Stays in comfort when I press these buttons nothing happens

[@Nicro328]

Honestly shocking how many commenters say they only drive in Eco or Comfort. You got a BMW, drive it like it’s meant to be driven-which is in Sport or Sport+. Honestly should’ve gravitated towards Mercedes, Audi, or Lexus if you’re doing anything less. I say this as a G20 M340i owner.

[@BeamerView]

Haha, good point. Yes majority I would say 80-90 percent would just keep it in comfort mode. But many of us performance drivers would love to be in sport the majority of the time. Especially if you have a super fun car like the m340i!

[@scott5055]

Does ecopro help a decent amount with city MPG? I always debate on that vs comfort for city driving. Also , what about switching the transmission into sport ? In the x7, I tend to put it into sport mode ind, to get a stiffer suspension, but I keep the engine and transmission in comfort to save gas. This is the LCI

[@aliciaweaver6496]

Super excited I received my 2023 X3 last week and I can’t wait to try all the modes. So far I’ve been on comfort mode but I’ll be trying out sport soon based on the all the comments lol. Great video!

[@BeamerView]

Congrats on the X3! Yes sport mode completely changes the feel of the vehicle!

[@paulneedham9885]

You’ve had it a week and still not tried the other modes???

[@aliciaweaver6496]

Happy to report I have tried all modes and will never use eco- lol. It felt like my car was barely moving.

[@MrIhateposting]

We should talk about M/S mode (engaging M/S mode that is - not the sport button, but not engaging the paddles either). In comfort, switching to S mode is the best of both worlds I find....just a bit longer with the gear changes but no auto start issue and I THINK (not 100%) but its not as aggressive with the gear changes as in the default "Sport Mode button" in regular mode (not engaging m/s). This is coming from my 2023 X1 with iDrive 8

[@BeamerView]

Correct, I do love being int he M/S Mode a good amount of time, especially in those situations where I need a bit more extra power. It does also deactivate the auto/start stop as well which many will be glad to hear. It's a great mode to be in when passing vehicles or taking tight turns.

[@travelinglight4656]

I just inherited a 2006 x3..I don't like it. It drives hard, and is too stiff. My neck hurts everytime I drive it. Anyone have any suggestions on how to soften the suspension?

[@junyanhu1734]

Nice video! I have a question, if I select all ‘Comfort’ options in the ‘Sport Individual’ mode, will that give the exact same result as selecting a ‘Comfort’ mode at the beginning? Just curious

[@BeamerView]

Won't feel exactly the same. I remember trying it a few times but it did feel somewhere in between comfort and sport still. But it is a great thing to use if you really do not like the auto/ start stop feature.

[@trop7490]

In sport individual Which configuration is the best to save gas Engine sport or Transmission sport without compromising the sporty feel

[@BeamerView]

Engine sport would be much better than transmission sport. I have tried both and I definitely feel transmission being in sport keeps the RPMs much more higher therefore burns more gas

[@mrbokke81]

I have an f30 2014 330d xdrive and I used sports mode plus for the first time a a few days ago. It was great however since putting back in comfort, my gearbox is hesitating badly and I feel like of lost so much power?

[@BeamerView]

Good question, it should be something that is quite smooth. But I can tell a 2014 is going to have it's on share of issues now that it's almost 10 years old. If it persists the best thing would be to bring it into the shop to get it looked at.

[@SellingSmithLake]

Thanks!! I’ve always been able to change modes…. What happens when it stops changing modes? It’s stuck in comfort.

[@BeamerView]

Hey Melanie, thanks for reaching out. It should always be able to change modes, as long as there is enough fuel in the vehicle. One issue that I have bumped into with another was that the buttons were not working properly and needed to be fixed. You could try pushing it harder to see if it's the same issue, I would get it checked out.

[@elfakia94]

I have a question what is the difference between having the car on sport mode Vs moving the gear shifter to the left into M/s mode

[@BeamerView]

Good question. I plan on doing a video on this separately but basically sport mode controls the chassis, steering, and engine feel. Sport transmission will basically hold the gearing longer than sport mode, it’s better to use when you just to to quickly accelerate past a car or getting on to the highway.

[@ishgujral]

What happens when I put my engine in sport plus and transmission in comfort? Any way to keep power going to all wheels all the time for icy roads?

[@BeamerView]

Engine being in sport would have the engine working faster of course, transmission being in comfort helps by smoothing out the shifting. Sporty shifting would have the RPMs hold higher and the Shifts would be more aggressive. xDrive vehicles have AWD on ALL the time, the vehicle will take care of it for you in the sense of which wheel needs more power diverted to it, there is not a way to keep them all equal unfortunately.

[@duongngo6132]

Tks for the video. One question: what mode should be used while in traffic jam? I often use eco pro to reduce car resposiveness so I dont have to break much. Don’t know if it improve gas efficiency as well?

[@BeamerView]

Comfort is fine. But yes eco may make the experience smoother. Eco will maximize gas efficiency

[@juliancastro2797]

@beamerview is there a way to change the sport mode sequence. For example when you press the sport mode button it changes to sport then sport+ followed by sport individual. Is there anyway to change it so the first time you press the button it goes to sport individual first??

[@BeamerView]

Hey Julian, unfortunately not possible to change the sequence. I know you can tell voice command to go into sport mode. Maybe try saying go to sport individual? Have not tried that one yet, but worth a shot.

[@juliancastro2797]

Yeah the BMW assistant will switch you directly to Sport individual or whatever you tell it to switch to. I usually drive in sport Individual setting was hoping there was a way to go directly into individual by pressing once the sport button instead of 3 times.

[@priority19]

please explain the difference in transmission modes... so to s3 and do to d3

[@BeamerView]

Basically 3 different transmission modes. One is just D which is your regular drive mode. Two is S mode which is like D but the shift points are most aggressive giving you more power and responsiveness. Three. If you’re in the S mode, you can shift your paddle shifters or the gear shifter and that will bring the transmission in to M mode, which lets you shift your own gears as you wish and the vehicle will hold the gear as well.

[@Jashue]

What’s with the cocktail straw in front of the dash on the right side?

[@BeamerView]

Haha it’s a part of the plastic that’s on the dash. It goes away when you peel off the entire plastic :)

[@HariOmRadhaKrishna]

I have to comment because we never drive our bmw 3-series in Comfort mode. My wife always flips it into Sport mode right away. I like the soft drive & efficiency of EcoPro mode, so I always drive in that.

[@BeamerView]

That's amazing its always nice to hear that people use the different modes outside of comfort. I hope BMW in the future will allow the modes to stay in place at all times with each profile!

[@arthurott4561]

Sport Mode is a great way to waste fuel. @@BeamerView

[@MannyFamillia]

Ur a legend bro

[@BeamerView]

Thanks bro! Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@RO-ww3cj]

What is the difference between driving in sport+ mode vs when you shift the selector lever to the left (into M/S mode)? Also, can you change the modes while actively driving or should you be at a complete stop? Thank you.

[@BeamerView]

Sport+ makes changes more towards the car feel and a bit of responsiveness. Sport m/s mode is more for aggressive shifting and holds the rpm’s longer.

[@RO-ww3cj]

@@BeamerView thank you! Your videos are very informative :)

[@BeamerView]

@@RO-ww3cj Anytime, let me know if you ever have any questions =)

[@d-block6136]

Yes u can change the modes during driving! Also, M/s mode on the gear shift is so u can use the shifter-paddles on the S/wheel....basically to drive the car like a manual.

[@HappyHopping11]

what is manual shift mode in the M8 COMPETITION COUPE?

[@BeamerView]

You can switch your own gears of the car like a standard manual stick shift w/o the clutch of course.

[@izetnanic1995]

Is it possible in G20 to adjust in the comfort mode only the steering into sport?

[@BeamerView]

Not possible to adjust settings in comfort mode, only sport unfortunately.

[@Danielmofer]

Can you switch between the modes while driving or you need to stop the car to change it?

[@BeamerView]

You can while driving no problem!

[@mafiavanta]

Hi,would you know how to configure the bmw so that whenever you start the car,the bmw is in eco mode by default and not comfort

[@BeamerView]

Hey Hasan, it's not possible to do this at the time. Not sure why BMW makes it like that! it'll always start in comfort mode.

[@mafiavanta]

@@BeamerView Thank You!

[@dannytay8496]

I have a F40 118i. If i switch to sports mode, does it stiffens the suspension? I feel it don't do that, as it feels the same as in comfort mode.

[@BeamerView]

We do not have the 118i here in the US but for most BMWs it does slightly tighten the dampening of the vehicle. I'm not sure if the 118i is different since its a smaller model but the majority are suppose to.

[@mlpoteat]

What about moving the gear shifter to the left, not up or down?

[@BeamerView]

The shifter should place you in the S mode which still has the car drive like its in D but just more aggressive shifting.

[@MacsSelfHelp]

I have just ordered my BMW X3 but I didn’t get the adaptive suspension, does this still come with the other modes such as comfort eco and sport etc just not the adaptive button?

[@BeamerView]

Yes it will still come with the modes. X3's im quite sure do not come with the mode regardless if you have it or not. The adaptive suspension basically improves the driving feel of the vehicle. You'll notice that it does a amazing job of going over bumps and it almost makes the car seem as though it is gliding over the road! I've been in vehicles with it and without and I CAN tell the difference!

[@Cml12346]

Is there a way to select sports mode besides the buttons by the gear shift?

[@BeamerView]

Voice command :)

[@Cml12346]

@@BeamerView good point! 😄

[@nancyloren6524]

Can I talk to my car to change modes like each time when I am driving thank you!

[@BeamerView]

Yes you can!

[@BMW_xDrive]

bro i have x6 but still it slips on ice. which mode more nicer for ich and snowy?

[@BeamerView]

If you have a X6 M, be very careful because the car comes with Summer Tires which will cause slip and even lead to major damages. You have to get a winter setup to avoid slipping. There is no mode that will help that much, you can try being in ECO mode which would help a little, but check your tires. Hope you've been well!

[@ShabaazFoster]

Just got my 1st BMW X5 but why does it feel like there is some resistance when slowly downing (or even starting up)? Almost like its gear shifting down too quickly.

[@BeamerView]

Doesn't sound too familiar, I would get it checked out.

[@ShabaazFoster]

@@BeamerView i just rented another BMW for a trip and its CONFIRMED, the BMW X series do have this weird shift down. Like it doesn’t let the car just cruise based on the momentum. My car is a little more obvious. Regardless, its SUPER ANNOYING

[@sandrac1015]

Does the Sport or Eco modes affect the A/C? I changed it to test all the modes and now noticed the A/C is not working like it should. Any suggestions?

[@BeamerView]

Hey Sandra, the modes should not affect the A/C it could just be that it's deactivated. You would have to press the MENU button located on the climate control strip of buttons and you'll find A'C in there

[@jureandricic1379]

ECO PRO reduces A/C capacity. It can be deactivated in the settings of ECO PRO mode

[@user-fq5qb1vh3b]

So you don’t need to use paddle shifters in any of the sport modes ?

[@BeamerView]

You do not need to use them.

[@jcmayzik]

I believe the adaptive button would be for adaptive suspension to allow for a softer ride in sport mode

[@BeamerView]

Yup, it would pertain to that and adjust the feeling of the steering, and also the engine RPM depending on how aggressive you're driving.

[@davidalenick1246]

My understanding is if you have the adaptive suspension then your suspension will change going from comfort to sport anyway. Adaptive mode just automatically adjusts the modes to your driving style. Is that correct?

[@electricbreeze]

@@davidalenick1246I like to know the answer to this exact same question! @BeamerView?

[@AlisonB.]

I have a 2023 BMW 530e XDrive. I mostly like to drive it in SPORT MODE Xtraboost. Every time I restart the car it defaults back to HYBRID. Is there a way to change my default start mode? Thank you-

[@BeamerView]

For all BMWs it's only able to start in the default mode. That may be either hybrid or comfort. Has to do with some law that states that the fuel economy numbers that was advertised for the vehicle is the mode in which the vehicle has to start in every time, bummer!

[@AlisonB.]

Thank you for the answer@@BeamerView

[@reetkever2526]

Bro these buttons not working in my 330i 2019. Stays in comfort and nothing happens when i press one of those buttons. Ideas or solutions guys?

[@BeamerView]

Seems to be a glitch. I have seen the buttons not working just from regular wear and tear or buttons just getting stuck. I'd also make sure there are no check engine lights on and that gas is not empty. If all those are good then i'd have it checked.

[@Max.RobynYT]

Can you set it to eco pro all the time?

[@BeamerView]

Not all the time, I have seen in some instances if you do it and then get back into your car not soon after it'll stay in eco pro. But, there is no setting to have it set to start in the mode all the time.

[@askdeefaircommonsense1014]

Great video...in sport mode does the exhaust change in your opinion?

[@BeamerView]

Hey Dee, sport mode slightly. Sport plus if you’re vehicle has it most definitely and you could hear more pops and bangs in sport plus. Many of these sounds are also produced artificially through the cars speakers it’s known as a sound actuator or ASD.

[@askdeefaircommonsense1014]

@@BeamerView wow..thanks again

[@BeamerView]

@@askdeefaircommonsense1014 anytime. Thanks for the watch. Always here!

[@askdeefaircommonsense1014]

@@BeamerView absolutely always look forward to the video's...great job!

[@Coolboy725]

Which mode is best used if a BMW is a rental vehicle?

[@BeamerView]

Haha, comfort is the standard mode. But, many do like to use the sport mode on rental cars as it's more fun using on a car that's not yours =)

[@Cloggyseba]

Could you tell me why by battery is going dead when I drove in hybrid eco-pro mode?

[@BeamerView]

Eco is designed to use the battery more than usual since using the battery is considered "Eco" If you want to maintain the battery, try using the battery hold mode.

[@Cloggyseba]

@@BeamerView The "battery hold mode" = BMW X3 xDrive 30e's Battery Control, (which charges the battery while driving even though it will burn more petrol), right?

[@josefigueroa4738]

The auto stop is disabled by default in any of the.modes?

[@BeamerView]

If you go into sport it will disable. Eco pro will actually enable it. And comfort is up to you but for newer bmws you do have to press it every time

[@josefigueroa4738]

@BeamerView I went today and ordered a 2023 X1 . I don't like that thing too much. Thanks.

[@craighermle7727]

there's an option to turn the exhaust into "boy racer more" and the exhaust will get really obviously loud or you can tone the exhaust down. The neighbors love it at 1 am.

[@BeamerView]

Haha, that's my fav mode to be in!

[@YouCantImagine]

Hello, I just ordered my 2022 bmw 530e. I have question. If I change gear to M/s while driving and set gear to s7 at 90-100 km/h. Do I get low Rpm? I want smooth riding when cruising, I don't want to make car scream. I mean like 100 km/h = 1500 rpm Can it be possible?

[@BeamerView]

Yes you're RPM would be very low, the car will change gear all by itself if it thinks it's not a good gear to be in. The car you have will be very quiet. You can keep it automatic and the car will also take care of doing that for you.

[@YouCantImagine]

@@BeamerView Oh, It is automatically make the rpm low yes? But in M/s If gear is too high it is automatically change gear to low. It is what I understood

[@BeamerView]

That is correct. @@YouCantImagine

[@YouCantImagine]

@@BeamerView Thank you for information. Appreciate that

[@abskulOfficial]

What about snow conditions? Does it have snow mode?

[@BeamerView]

BMWs do not have a snow mode, but the best mode to be in during those times is going to be in the eco mode since it'll ensure a smoother take off.

[@abskulOfficial]

@@BeamerView Awesome! Was wondering if their TCS can handle normal snow driving. Especially with that rear biased AWD.

[@lupevalencia4089]

Does driving in sport mode waste more gas?

[@BeamerView]

Yes, not by much. But it will allow the vehicle to operate at a higher RPM which will result in lower MPG.

[@lupevalencia4089]

@@BeamerView thank you.

[@twotriumphs7398]

why do you feel it nesessery to shout

[@BeamerView]

WHAT!?

[@twotriumphs7398]

@@BeamerView 😂

[@ollyalme]

Me: So if he says "So, ladies and gentleman" one more time, I'm out. BeamerView: So, ladies and gentlemen.. Me: Bye

[@BeamerView]

Haha my fault, still working on presentation skills. I use to say hey guys all the time so trying new terminology. Thanks for the feedback though!

[@ollyalme]

@@BeamerView Your grown-up way of responding to my (negative) feedback deserves respect, Sir. Maybe it's me or maybe I'm simply too old or something, but that constant repeating "Ladies and Gentlemen" or even "guys" that many presenters do nowadays for some reason pisses me tf off. _One_ Ladies & Gentleman at the start of the speech, thank you very much! Well, in my little world anyway 😀. Otherwise nice content from an obviously skilled presenter.

[@davesouthword1298]

Don’t forget DSC OFF and TRACTION!

[@BeamerView]

Haha, vast majority won't be using it but great point!!

[@wiggycw100]

My dash won’t turn blue in eco

[@BeamerView]

I would check your settings. Go to CAR>SETTINGS>GENERAL SETTINGS>DISPLAYS. It should be able to adjust under instrument cluster.

[@wiggycw100]

@@BeamerView thanks back to normal

[@BeamerView]

Yes! Glad it worked. Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@andreymalygin7310]

good explanation for 10 years old.

[@BeamerView]

Exaclty!

[@DMV-Coreymoe]

If I drove in comfort it was on accident

[@BeamerView]

Its the perfect mode!

[@raym7642]

Why do you have to talk so fast?

[@BeamerView]

Why you gots to listen slow?

[@raym7642]

'Cos this car is so fast! Anyways...great info mate!@@BeamerView

[@DC-ef5qk]

stop shouting...

[@BeamerView]

AHH!

[@david1731048]

Blah blah blah blah blah

[@BeamerView]

la la la la

[@mrmakaveli8753]

Aggressive driving is not supposed to be the norm. Ecopro should be the norm to protect the environment.Why doesn't any of you KZbinrs get that?

[@BeamerView]

I got big feet, can’t help it.

[@askdeefaircommonsense1014]

Neither is murder..

[@beautyconsult]

It is the difference between loving to drive a machine and driving a car because there is no other choice.

[@Jashue]

Indeed. Sports cars should be banned! Edit: @Ask Dee… how dumb do you have to be to not understand the obvious sarcasm? Now go back to your gun channel!

[@askdeefaircommonsense1014]

@@Jashue guns too right? Lol .good luck will that bs