BMW X3M & X4M review on road and track - see how quick the next M3's engine is to 60mph!

Mat’s been in America test-driving the BMW X3M & X4M! These all new SUVs are M editions of the family-friend X3 & X4, with the aim of bringing more competition to the Alfa Stelvio QV & Mercedes GLC 63! There’s no doubting the performance under the engine, but don’t expect either to come cheap… the X3M starts from around £74,000!! But do you think they’re worthy of that price tag? Join Mat for his latest review to find out, and let us know what you think in the comments!
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[@findingrush]

Please do a comparison of BMW X3 M, Mercedes GLC 63, Alfa Stelvio QV, Porsche Macan Turbo and Jaguar F-Pace SVR!

[@ivangalea8628]

Rush That’s a review that I’d love to see too!

[@meenakshibalehra879]

Yeah that will be soo cool...

[@Hgalazka]

I'd like to see BMW X6, GLE Coupe and Cayenne Coupe :D

[@EbrahimSaadawii]

The Stelvio Quadrofoglio is so pretty

[@crazehayes1]

Yes do this please

[@TheStraightPipes]

That stick of truth though 👌🏻

[@carwow]

You guys aren't ready for that kind of girth just yet...I've been stick of truthing for a year now. Don't run before you can walk!

[@RookieNoCap]

so true

[@oal8180]

3.8 seconds for an SUV That’s mental

[@nikolas7030]

Ever heard about the jeep trackhawk?

[@awaisbaig540]

Tesla Model X P100D *laughs in corner*

[@shroomyesc]

@@awaisbaig540 The model X sure is an impressively fast minivan but what's it got to do with SUVs?

[@christophergresco9677]

@Mr Rain This is $80k...

[@turbos7780]

Mr Rain but the lambo urus cost 3 times to price of an x3m and the urus will be a competitor the the upcoming x5m with the v8

[@albin4277]

3.8s on an suv with 2tons . How it will perform on the m3 3.4/5 for sure !

[@mojo6112]

I Don't think so. M3 will probably be rwd

[@Stewiedude1]

@@mojo6112 next M3 will have the same x drive system fitted to the current M5. AWD unless you stick it into pure RWD for sliding shenanigans 😁

[@LOLatThefail]

MO JO new m3 with be awd as standard

[@zaheerkader7426]

3.2s in m3 with 500KG LESS WEIGHT

[@EHCX___]

Alb in Probably around 3s I guess...

[@willdebeljak7062]

wow that exhaust sounds good!!!! hype for the new M3/M4

[@chung729chung]

Will Debeljak sounds like the legendary Skyline GTR

[@blanklazar]

Wanna take that back

[@rkeshan1997]

I saw your mate in straightpipes channel with your lovely sticks

[@n8n8n8n]

Who is his mate?

[@Billbothebear14]

Erm.. it wasn't his mate, it was this very man here, this one, our Matthew. A grand chap. WF

[@n8n8n8n]

@@Billbothebear14 you wrote "I saw your mate", ekhm

[@kondareddy4231]

@@n8n8n8n he might have meant, "I saw you, mate in..." Sometimes autocorrect sucks buddy.

[@erangurung]

Love the carwow sticks.......😁😁😁😁

[@777Minde777]

New s58 engine sound so much better than previous one in m3!

[@statu5987]

Mindau agreed

[@ipvelocity1873]

100% agree way more depth

[@c-fb]

Yeah, sounds quite angry!👌🏻

[@stefanfreestylez]

Nah s55 with MPE and full send sounds alot better. This just sounds like a idk 340i or 335i. Pretty dam lame for an m car.

[@Areku06]

Finally bmw got M straight 6 to sound good

[@longtailgt]

X3 M for me. Looks amazing, sounds mega, fun to drive and practical at the same time. What's not to like? And 3.8 seconds 0-60 is ballistic for an SUV! That was supercar territory not many years ago.

[@DanDan-tt6gv]

I am more amazed of the x7 doing 0-60 in 3.9 secs in a video Matt did not long ago.

[@HH-wd2cn]

X4 still not ready X3 all day long loved the look sound

[@kenbee1957]

"When it comes to a corner, it doesn't just run out of ideas and fall over..." I don't know why I couldn't stop laughing

[@TheJPHarvey]

very easily pleased

[@Bau5sam]

Saw mat teaching thestraighpipes guys a lesson

[@deadlydizzle7588]

The twig of truth tutorial 😂

[@darrindjen]

I almost always agree with your verdict! Your vids are fun and very informative. I particularly love the X4M Competition though.

[@darrenpene192]

Just brought the new X4M Competition wow it has just blown me away, it does everything that everyone says but feels ten times better in real life. When it comes to looks I believe the X4M Competition looks far superior with its sleek look and that aerodynamic back end gives it a faster sportier look than the X3M competition square box shopping trolley soccer mums SUV/SAV. As far as feeling different the X4M Competition feels great with its low roof line that gives you the sensation of being in a high performance sports car. I'm 6'2.

[@itzmenik6089]

Drag race with glc63s please mat😁😁

[@out_on_bail]

Yes pleaseeeeee

[@Mite204]

And Stelvio ..

[@marcotheis6380]

glc63s is way quicker man

[@TheKingofdans]

@@marcotheis6380 you're correct

[@soawn29]

X3m is just proper SUV looks really good way better than normaln model well done BMW!!

[@dil3038]

X3M VS X4M VS M4 VS M3 needed...

[@carwow]

You know that's gonna happen

[@dil3038]

@@carwow Oh Hell Yeah🔥🔥 can't wait for it👀

[@Ross-bc2iz]

but wait till the new M3 is released :D

[@Trf11Racing]

@@carwow hope to see the M4 and M3 get wrecked! lol

[@dil3038]

@@Trf11Racing The current models probably will get wrecked, but let's see how the balance of weight and power works😅

[@falcongamer5867]

3.8 seconds? That's hella fast

[@iluvleechaerin]

FalconGamer58 and it’s a 3.0 engine

[@falcongamer5867]

@@iluvleechaerin impressive

[@TeacherToolkitDemo]

The BMW diesels with a remap can do this. BMW just make great powertrains.

[@eliaspemmerl5152]

Just imagine how quick the M3 Comp. will be with AWD and about 400 kilos less

[@TeacherToolkitDemo]

@@eliaspemmerl5152 Yea will be silly fast. Maybe 3.4s 400kg is a lot of weight.

[@oneaburns]

I love how Matt is not pretentious at all. “I’m in some track in New Jersey - I can’t remember the name.” It makes him so much more relatable.

[@AaronRandolphChen]

That is awesome performance from a six cylinder engine! Well done, M Division! And it looks really good too! Like you, Mat, I prefer the X3M. Can't wait to hear your review when it hits UK roads, though.

[@carwashgaming3727]

i just love that sound of the 3.0l straight 6

[@LiamDoan68]

sim simma who got the keys to my bimmer

[@louier9033]

who am i

[@aikonomic]

Some 80's peeps in the house!

[@cassidywilliams2447]

@@louier9033 di girl dem sugar

[@dvh8543]

Pass my the keys of the truck

[@randomowyrandom5431]

I have a regular new X4 with 2.0D and gives lots of fun. Can't imagine driving the M one...

[@MsPietpaaltjes]

I drove the x3 2.0tdi, good car but very very boring

[@antoinefraser3365]

Matt always best lol. No joke. I've come to really respect him for carwow. Great as usual

[@sbomorse]

I love the M1 and M2 buttons. Perfect for everyday driving. Setting 1 for absolute comfort and then setting 2 for all-out, guns blazing driving!

[@HesteBremse]

Who would have thought that one day the X3 actually would become a good looking car - No more complaints from me on this, well done BMW even that I dislike SUV´s in general unless they are bought to serve an SUV purpose with some terrain and offroad driven included.

[@doughnuts5364]

I agree except that it is not as good looking as a sedan,hatchback or estate from bmw

[@HesteBremse]

@@doughnuts5364 Well I agree to that ;D

[@gabutman6144]

It's funny how Mat use the carwow Log of truth while he lend the twig of truth for Yuri (straightpipes)

[@Imvirgo782]

I owned an 2016 X4 about 3 years ago, but sold it last month. My wife didn't like it when I brought it home but as time passes she started enjoying driving it. Looking at the new X4M, my wife was like, that's our next car for sure lol.

[@sirskorge]

So much good content from you guys!

[@GrandSil90]

Love the new X3M. I don't know why bmw didn't make this model until now, it makes a lot of sense for people who would want a smaller performance X5.

[@Namabasho]

X4M looks better

[@lovelaceboiwonda3839]

I have been waiting for yours and it was worth the wait

[@MsDev76]

Saw your cameo with +TheStraightPipes by introducing them to the carwow stick of truth. Loved it!

[@FunFactsAboutTech]

I love watching hippos go fast. Even though unnatural, it is funny as hell

[@richardbaker696]

Tested at Nurburgring, driven on school run.

[@andr3000]

The other kids put out videos early yesterday... none were as good as this, that X3M is simply amazing. Well done Matt!

[@muldix]

New engine based on B58 is - OMG - from the different world. Can't wait for new M3. Thank You, Mat

[@mrkruger5108]

Must say BMW is coming back at merc with a bang. M5, M8 this and X4M. All great. I still prefer the thunderous V8 of the GLC 63 though.

[@kavitaborde1186]

ahh was just waiting for this video

[@pvr10]

You give best car review 👍

[@Szirmai4444]

Totally agree with your verdict! :-) X3M,X4M,M2,M3,M4,M5 sprint needed

[@hrdornelas]

Great cameo on the Straight Pipes channel by the way. Love those guys! 😄

[@patrickmansour876]

Watching another videos until carwow notification pop up

[@kondareddy4231]

Actually I've watched these BMW review from straightpipes, but here I am watching again, just to listen to Matt. Love from Malaysia! 🙌🏻💘

[@kondareddy4231]

Already watched*

[@dondolo631]

Im in love with the X3 wow

[@Radio_180]

6:18 What app are you using for the acceleration test?

[@03FRK]

Drag Racer

[@ESKATEUK]

3.8 seconds is absolutely mad. Imagine how fast that’s going to be in the lighter more streamlined m3 and m4. We are talking low to mid 3’s. Madness.

[@dylanvandezandschulp9630]

Love ur vids man❤️

[@AUTOIDTV]

Whats excellent is how well it sounds. Great news for the new M3/M4.

[@SidsBeemer]

Legend says if you’re early, carwow will reply to you

[@carwow]

REPLY

[@JTM610]

That was a cheap move..

[@kangvp9512]

It’s weird, I prefer the regular X3 over the regular X4. But in this case, I’d rather have the X4M. It just suits it better.

[@egemenalgan9238]

Loooking forward to see your verdict

[@N.Moruzi]

I really like the X3M. It is so cool. I actually saw the X4M in febuary at the CIAS although it was in a small hidden room and they took your phone before entry. The X4M is kinda weird looking to me though.

[@greggb557]

X3MC in that exact spec please!!

[@71brp84]

"Handles the bumps quite well", as Mat drives across a billiard table.😅

[@jameswillard1]

Donington Grey is such a beautiful color on that X3 M 🥰

[@golfnut69]

Nice review. M SUV sounds crazy!

[@millerbai]

Physics, Matt: The X4 carries a few pounds less high above the ground in the rear than the X4, improving its cornering ever so slightly. But I also firmly consider all SUV coupes to be a gastly error of judgement by all parties involved in their existence, so there's that =)

[@torod213]

Couldn't agree more with your judgement there, sir.

[@mezini-iq4xm]

stelvio qv vs x3 m vs glc 63s compare them in one video pls 🙏

[@agmos01]

Great review!!!

[@nirmalkrishnan]

Hey Matt awesome review as usual , btw what was the timing app you were using on your mobile phone ?

[@MyRonical]

The X3M just looks like a proper BMW... Love the Design. The X4M is just a No

[@aronbenafill9780]

But BMW is the one who introduce coupe roof on SUV, so, it's a proper BMW too..

[@dsilvap]

Not a fan of the tailights they introduced on the new X4 and 3 series

[@nikitamashtalyar6704]

Alex Anders they are literally the same except for rear design and less boot cargo

[@MyRonical]

Nikita Mashtalyar Yeah and for me the Rear End of the X4 is a No Go. I just dont like the Look of it. But thats okay, thats why you can choose.. If i had to choose, i would def get the X3M

[@Tbland0930]

@@nikitamashtalyar6704 How can they be "literally the same" except for completely different rear end and roof? Me thinks you literally don't know what "literally" means.

[@maulikbhayani4759]

You are selected for mission impossible 7 after watching your thumbnail...👍

[@gpauly190]

I absolutely love these SUV’s.. perfect size for around town!

[@Edwin-km4xk]

Nice. Waiting for x5m

[@P1Fanatic]

GLC 63 just for that V8 soundtrack

[@atthelord]

You should’ve let Yuri and Jacob do the visor test in your video! Missed opportunity 😅

[@howiegreen1646]

Brilliant vlog thanks mat and carwow let's see an suv drag race please

[@juokuciai2]

Yes yes good video again, thanks👍

[@jokmyful]

carwow 'girthness' scale.1=twig,2=stick and 3=log of truth

[@ElLebza]

He used the twig on TheStraightPipes lol.

[@tirupatisrinivasaatmaraman8454]

Matt. Although you drove the X3M on road and the X4M on track, did you also drive the X3M on track and X4M on road ? Did you find any difference on both these magnificent machines ?

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Awesome video as always!😸😻😸

[@paulsumm1241]

Hey fella just bought an x3m competition looking forward to it's delivery even more now I've watch the video impressive 0-60 time for an suv

[@hxrsxjxn]

1:52 carwow log of truth Me: 🤣

[@ofrimrares180]

I know its an unpopular opinion, but I love the sound of those 6 cils you get in m3 or rs5. It just sounds more sophisticated than the v8's in lets say the c63. And the sound when it shifts is lovely as well

[@mohammedshaqadan5104]

Well-spoken my friend 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@sebb6342]

Amazing the X3M looks dope

[@carwow]

My fave too - Mat

[@nuskox]

@carwow give us that app for 0-60 time please :)

[@MichelOM1995]

The X3 looks way better than the X4

[@matthewgraham122]

Great video!!!!

[@vikashchoubey7730]

Videos are getting better and better...

[@AfroCentauri]

And what special timing app are you using? Asking for a friend lol.

[@lisalouisekeen4191]

It's called drag racer in the Android store. Don't know if it's on Apple.

[@law213entravers3]

Glc 63s with V8 is the best choice 😈🚀

[@luckyshindongo]

Great review. Unlike whoever Topgear sent and came away plain hating the car

[@zanem499]

I got to sit in a x3m competition today at my bmw dealership, such a nice car.

[@catmarvelous7508]

Mat, do the bentley flying spur just like what you did with bentley Confidental Gt *If you can*

[@everainey3364]

its continental GT

[@catmarvelous7508]

@@everainey3364 Meh.. Probably the auto correct... Sorry

[@RobErt-xm6sv]

Does anybody know which App he used for the 0-60 time?

[@rustlerboy]

Still waiting for an answer 😔

[@tejicamdfk]

Drag racer

[@tejicamdfk]

@@rustlerboy drag racer

[@rustlerboy]

@@tejicamdfk thank you!

[@RobErt-xm6sv]

Can’t find it guys, propably only in the App-Store in England.. (I’m Dutch)

[@gpierre90]

Well Mat I quite agree with u. In my opinion I think I will choose the X3M over the X4M because of practicality but also because I think it also looks better too. Sure it may not be the best M car and you can't do drift's unless maybe if someone tinkers with everything mechanically. But I personally will never hoon about in one in every day driving anyway. Most of the time if I lived in UK it would be comfort mode. Unless maybe the odd occasion you find yourself late.

[@ameraafis4546]

Mat has the best job ever !

[@Max-bz9ei]

100% that's where the StraightPipes were

[@MrJordanwain]

Maxi the manufacturer sets the test locations. That’s why most reviewers videos look similar. Look out for the same licence plates in reviewers videos. Manufacturers usually use about 20 cars for press review events so many reviewers use the same cars as each other.

[@thomasgeorge3389]

The real question is, How on earth does his phone not fall over when he launches the car at 6:36 😂😂

[@carwow]

BLACK TACK

[@polarweis]

great looking suv

[@gordonmccartney5648]

The exhaust noise is perfect

[@silentnight1805]

You should've put the GlC 63 amg coupe on the poll. It looks way better.

[@leekindell9937]

brilliant, as this means the new M3 will have over 500bhp

[@meris9973]

Amazing vid

[@rohitcherian1362]

New intro is Bombing!

[@soumitmaharana4847]

Bro most powerful m version....😘😘😍😍😍🤩

[@Joao-lk4el]

BMW makes the best SUV's. Change my mind...

[@ganeshgaitonde3960]

With this comment you do deserve a castle 🏰

[@thevinduekanayake248]

Agreed ser glc s are just shit when it comes to driving

[@alexteoh9038]

wait thats bmw

[@chilrobberto1]

Audi

[@mobiusboi1801]

Yes

[@abhishekgnair5993]

Waiting for this video 😍

[@CorbinWilliams]

Fistable M Mirrors😍😍😍 Mat Watson’s favorite part!!