I have a 2020 M40i and a 22 GLC43 w/ the AMG performance exhaust. I've also had a 21 SQ5 and a 2017 Macan S. All great cars except for the SQ5, unless you don't like driving. If you want a driver's car with all the utility the X3 M40i wins.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the insight! How was the Macan S compared to the X3?
@anw94852 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog The Macan S was definitely a great car. I had 2 years between the Macan S and the M40i so I never had a direct/immediate comparison between the two. The 2017 Macan S only had 335HP if I'm not mistaken so was underpowered at the time. I know that Porsche ended up trickling down their engines to the lower trims in recent years. We ended up trading in the Macan S for a 718 Cayman. But from what I can remember, the Macan S drove great and sounded great. It had much less cargo space though because of the fastback design and like all Porsches the "cockpit" is pretty cramped. I also had a 2018 X1 at the time and even that was roomier than the Macan. For the M40i, SQ5 and GLC43, I owned all 3 cars at the same time so have a pretty good day-to-day comparison of them. If I could only pick one, it would be the M40i. Plenty of power, handles great, sounds great, lots of tech and plenty of storage. It's the best all-rounder in my opinion. The only improvement that the M40i or BMW in general could work on is their digital gauge cluster. There's just way more customization with MB and Audi's.
@andreipretorius922 жыл бұрын
@@anw9485 great feedback. We test drove all of those and even the genesis. The Porsche was nice but felt very cramped and loaded with buttons, wasn’t what we were looking for. The Mercedes’ was nice but too pricey and 1st and 2nd gear shifts weren’t the smoothest. The Audi, as you said, was very underwhelming. The bmw just had the balance of performance and luxury while having a reasonable price tag. The bmw ride is slightly harsh but not back breaking. The power is unbeatable, this thing moves and looks good doing it. Very happy with the bmw
@anw94852 жыл бұрын
@@andreipretorius92 Hit the nail on the head there! I've had 2 modern Porsches, all their cabins are very cockpit-like and cramped. I like to refer to the Porsche interior's button layout as "the graphing calculator" because it reminded me of the TI-83 graphing calculators I had in high school, where I didn't understand what half the buttons did! Yes, the GLC43 is very nice and yes pricey, I ordered mine and waited 8-months and actually did without the HUD to keep the cost down. I do miss the HUD though as my M40i does have it. And you're right, the MB 10-spd tends to be a little clunky at low speed. It's hard to get a smooth start off from a complete-stop if you're just trying to drive normal. So again, if I were to only have 1 of these vehicles the M40i wins. It just does everything and does it damn well. It is a bit stiffer but that's a sign of a "driver's car" and having the types of cars that I've had, it doesn't bother me. And that growl/grunt sound the M40i makes on up-shifts when you go full throttle from a full-stop in Sport+ is just so good! I know you know what I'm talking about. lol. The GLC43 makes a nice crackle in that situation and the SQ5 seemed to give you just a tiny bit of noise as a consolation prize for your efforts. All these brands have a different "ethos" when it come to car making and it really shows in how their vehicles drive and perform.
@haoji59102 жыл бұрын
Great review, Ordered X3 M40i and Can't wait for an inline 6 B58 engine.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and congrats on your order! How long did the dealership say it would take for the car to arrive?
@haoji59102 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog Thank you. It takes almost three months for a Canadian order since I need a fully customized one.
@dekateur95342 жыл бұрын
Also ordered my M40i couple of days ago. Arrival is expected in September. Shipping to Germany 😊
@andreipretorius922 жыл бұрын
My mother ordered one in January. It is ready now. Only took 1.5 months
@dekateur95342 жыл бұрын
@@andreipretorius92 Wow, congrats 😄👍🏻 Where are you from?
@KC_Smooth2 жыл бұрын
I got the ‘21 GLC 43 ~5 months ago and let me tell you, it is an ansolute beast of a vehicle. It looks so muscular in person, and you have so much power and torque at your feet. It feels like a luxurious space ship at night in the interior, and the optional performance exhaust makes the car sound like a lion whenever you want to turn it on. My only complaint is once in a blue moon the transmission gets kinda twitchy in 1st or 2nd gear and hold revs as if you need to accelerate, but after a few days you’ll get used to it and learn how to manage it. Definitely one of the best vehicles I’ve driven.
@cthis47862 жыл бұрын
I agree with you, the transmission is not that great on these amg-lite vehicles. Earlier 7-g tronic was a much smoother transmission, don't even feel any shifting going on
@KC_Smooth2 жыл бұрын
@@cthis4786 For sure! For the money I spent, I would've thought they'd put a little more effort into a better transmission for these lower end AMG's. I still enjoy driving it though! It pulls like a MF too 😂😂😂.
@cthis47862 жыл бұрын
@@KC_Smooth A cheap mod for all Mercedes high power engines is to switch to NGK spark plugs and Motul oil, makes the car so much more responsive. For some reason the factory spark plugs are terrible, so bad that people think it's a transmission issue but it's actually a plug issue.
@KC_Smooth2 жыл бұрын
@@cthis4786 Wow, thanks for the info! I’ll definitely look into it. Thankfully, I haven’t had any jerky rev holdings in a couple of months (I’m only at 1.1k miles). I babied the car during the break in and now things are smooth as butter. If the issue ever comes back I’ll definitely try those spark plugs and oil. Thanks again!
@ROYALP1002 жыл бұрын
We got the GLC 43 2022 it seems people who purchase the BMW want to race at every stop light which never a good thing.
@eliasletebele2 жыл бұрын
X3 m40i is a drivers car with decent fuel economy, lots of fun too. The Merc is starting to show its age and with current fuel hikes, it makes it unappealing. I'd go for X3 m40i anytime, any day.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
The Mercedes is getting a new generation really soon. Should be officially unveiled later this year. A new generation X3 shouldn't be far behind it.
@SteveR-sq5et2 жыл бұрын
My wife and I just finished test driving the 2022 GLC 300, 2022 GLC 43 AMG, and the 2023 BMW X3 back to back in the same afternoon. Our thoughts are similar to this video... we found the Mercedes interior to be far nicer than the BMW, and much more comfortable. The GLC 43 AMG was the right blend of power, comfort, and fun factor *for us*. In addition, right now our local Mercedes dealers have quite a few 2022 GLC 43 AMG's available and are willing to deal on price, whereas BMW is now focused only on 2023 models and is not willing to deal on price. We ended up purchasing a GLC 43 AMG that was almost fully optioned, added the Mercedes winter tire package (rims and rubber) and a few other items, all in including Canadian tax was the same price as a similar BMW X3m40i without tax, tires, or anything else. In other words, the Mercedes was close to $10k less. No brainer for us.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your purchase!
@luciotubemor9 ай бұрын
Better car, better looking and better deal. Congrats !
@ToOpen6seven5 ай бұрын
Are you still loving your car?
@rhino2023 ай бұрын
Just got a 22 GLC43AMG and love it. It's in the selenite matte color and blackout amg package. Just a blast to drive around. It's definitely not without its faults, but it's unique looking on the road, comfortable, and totes along the family well.
@scottwinton36982 жыл бұрын
I've owned both Mercedes and BMW in the past, I like the 3 years maintenance with bmw, Mercedes a,b,cd maintenance is an absolute rip off for someone who drives a few thousand miles a year, I went with the bmw, ive owned it almost 2 months , an absolutely wonderful experience in a suv
@Mr.Lambert7772 жыл бұрын
Yeah my first choice was a GLC 43 ,but that quickly changed! Got me a BMW X3M40I nicely equipped. Just ready for it to come in 3 months.
@andreipretorius922 жыл бұрын
Great review. We tested both and found the glc43 too eager for a daily driver, the first and second gear shifts weren’t very smooth. I feel like the exhaust on the merc is much better. The BMW came out to be $10k cheaper, no brainer then
@klc45982 жыл бұрын
You can select REDUCED in the individual for the daily driving mode, the first and second gear shifts would be more smooth.
@lockheedload Жыл бұрын
I tested both and an audi sq5. I went with the M40i. It's such an amazing vehicle!
@hugolafhugolaf6 ай бұрын
For two years I had been researching GLC 43 AMGs and I was dead set on buying one. Your video had been a valuable resource. I then went to try a 2021 one with the sole intent of buying it, it was a foregone conclusion. I really liked the interior and the exhaust. But it was out of town (3 hours away) and there was a 2021 X3 M40i right across the street, so I thought, what the hell... Well, it took two blocks to completely throw out my deadset ideas. I ended up buying it the next day. The X3's responsiveness was night and day and it really is a driver's car. The ZF 8 speed is a marvel in manual mode. The MB's? Not so much. I don't like the iDrive system though...
@scottjohnson8316Ай бұрын
be VERY careful with the X3 M40i in the leather seats, especially with ventilation...Many people have dumped them off in bad trades due to immense low back pain from the seats. The sensatec improves the seat quite a bit because its softer and has more cushioning.
@hugolafhugolafАй бұрын
@@scottjohnson8316 Mine doesn't have ventilated seats. They are comfy enough so far.
@JohnUSA72 жыл бұрын
I tested both of these models and these two are the best in their class. Choosing which model comes down to personal tastes and preferences. The BMW is sportier and faster, while the MB is slightly more luxurious and I liked their controls better. Price wise the BMW is the much better value. The MB is ridiculously very over-priced. My advice is to test drive both models and then decide which one fits your needs and tastes better......and your pocketbook.
@andreipretorius922 жыл бұрын
I was shocked that the Mercedes’ came with barely nothing and it was pricey compared to the BMW. With the BMW you at least get the bigger touch screen and panoramic sunroof standard
@Mr.Lambert7772 жыл бұрын
@@andreipretorius92 I agree with this! I was car shopping for a lease on the 22 GLC 43 AMG , and the X3M40I. I had a 21 GLC 43 for a week. The vehicle was expensive with lightly optioned features. The vehicle didn’t have a panoramic nor not even a sunroof, and other features but it did have the amazing AMG steering wheel that I love with the sports/exhaust controls on the wheel. The colorful digital display was a 10 with all its customized features! And the sound was so good , However the price was doing the most! The salesman told me last week that they’re charging 10k OVER MRSP, so that lead me to BMW. I just Purchased a lease on a 23 X3 M40i custom to my likings and it’s sick how it turned out on the website. Got approved for 15k miles per year 36 months term. Now I have to wait until December to get it! I ordered the vehicle two days ago! The BMW was way cheaper.
@tony1522 жыл бұрын
The X3 all day, I don’t like the Merc lay out and the B58 engine in the BMW is a masterpiece.
@genderlessyoutubefanperson10 ай бұрын
I had new 2022 GLA 45 AMG after 100 miles ...lemon. Then I bought new 2022 GLC 43 AMG, many problems, traded in after 13000 miles with rattle coming from the engine when cold, steering problem etc. Then I decided to give one more try and bought a new 2023 GLA45 AMG...700 miles later... Mercedes Buyback/lemon. Drove the new GLC 2024 AMG 43... I liked it, but I am scared with that Mercedes reliability. Then I drove 2024 BMW X3M40i.....bought it right away. Silky smooth and comfortable ride. Also better suited for tall drivers and passengers, by a huge margin.
@MGReviewsBlog10 ай бұрын
Oh dang! You had no luck when it came to Mercedes. Thanks for your insight as an owner!
@nstearns2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! Super helpful in making a decision. Ultimately, I am going with an M40i; for equivalent spec it's about 5k cheaper. My local MB dealership is also adding 3k in market adjustments for an 8k price difference :( Other silly things are my wife being a BMW girl and not wanting to wait for the GLC300 redesign
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
The X3 M40i is still a great car! Even better if it's less expensive!
@MrSizzle7 Жыл бұрын
I previously owned a 2016 Porsche Macan S before buying a 2018 BMW x3 m40i. Both vehicles have great acceleration, but the BMW's power does come sooner and seems to be available at all RPM's. The Porsche took longer before the turbo boost and power was available, but it definitely handled better and more fun to drive. In the end, I like both vehicles, but the BMW X3 M40I has just a little more overall usability than the Macan, at least for the 2016 model.
@MGReviewsBlog Жыл бұрын
Porsche won't let me review their cars :( I'm not famous enough on KZbin for them haha. But I'd love to try out the Macan and see how it compares against these two.
@kerplunk38880 Жыл бұрын
There’s a reason Mercedes is known as the German Taxi and the BMW is the driver’s car.
@jabelee20302 жыл бұрын
Could you compare the Audi SQ5 with these two. that would be great. thanks
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
I would love to get my hands on the SQ5 (or any Audi for that matter) but unfortunately Audi does not have any press fleet here in Vancouver. I'll see if I can get my hands on one from a dealership but we'll see how that goes.
@anw94852 жыл бұрын
I currently have a 20 X3 M40i, 22 GLC 43 and previously had a 21 SQ5 and 17 Macan S. The SQ5 is a very nice car. Beautiful seats and comfortable. But it lacks a lot of storage space and is the tamest of all 4 vehicles. if you like driving, you won't like the SQ5. It doesn't sound as good as the other 3 cars and has the least horsepower(except for the 17 Macan S). For example, The SQ5 has the same exact ZF transmission as the M40i but it's way watered down. It always wants to shift early, even in Dynamic/sport mode. The M40i on the other hand, while in Sport+ will hold the shift all the way to near redline. BMW tunes the transmission to be aggressive even though it's the same transmission in the SQ5. The M40i wants to play. The SQ5 wants to go back to sleep. The Audi has fake exhaust tips too, unless you option the sport exhaust. The transmission thing and fake exhaust kinda shows you that Audi doesn't really have driving in mind and that's ok. Just depends what YOU are looking for.
@jabelee20302 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback. I want a car that gets out and moves when needed. But is quiet and smooth on the hwy. any thoughts on one of these that fits these criteria best.
@anw94852 жыл бұрын
@@jabelee2030 Honestly, all 4 of those cars will do that. But in my opinion, the X3 M40i is definitely the best all-arounder. It's got plenty of power on tap. The only car with more torque and just 3 more HP than the BMW is the MB but the BMW still manages a faster 0-60 on paper. Has more passenger space and storage utility than the other 3 cars. Sounds great, drives great and has the best MPG of all 4. It's also the cheapest when similarly spec'd. Also, the fact that only BMW includes the first 3 years of service is a game changer. I believe Audi offered the first service for free. Another thing that bugged me about the SQ5 is that it doesn't give you live tire pressure and temperature readings like the other 3. I believe you need to step up to a RS model to get live tire pressure/temp display.
@MduNjeza2 жыл бұрын
Great review 😊👍
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@PsychicWarrior1002 жыл бұрын
Thank You for a Great Review :-)
@oneaburns2 жыл бұрын
The X3 M40i sounds so much better. The Mercedes sounds like they threw some farts in there…it sounds awful. Where the torque comes in makes a huge difference too. Also can’t stand the infotainment on Mercedes. It’s not as intuitive as iDrive.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Yea I like the inline-6 of the BMW more but the GLC is getting an update for the 2023 model year. So maybe it'll come with an inline-6 as well. Then I'll see if I can redo this video haha
@scoot56422 жыл бұрын
why are you buying an suv for sound?
@davidalenick1246 Жыл бұрын
Get the base 19” wheels on the X3 and it’s plenty comfortable while still being sporty.
@okko9708 Жыл бұрын
genuine question. what makes the bmw more sporty if the benz has more hp and torque?
@MGReviewsBlog Жыл бұрын
power figures on paper don't tell the whole story. Car & Driver and Motor Trend both tested these cars and the BMW was the faster of the two. Additionally, it's about how each car performs around corners. The BMW's chassis & suspension tuning feels stiffer than that of the Benz which makes it slightly more responsive to driver inputs.
@okko9708 Жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog car & driver has both @ 12.8 for quarter mile
@MGReviewsBlog Жыл бұрын
Pretty close over the 1/4 mile despite the X3 having a bit less power. I was looking at the 0-60 times in my previous comment.
@PQV-88982 жыл бұрын
I don't own either but the GLC is so dated while the X3 looks considerably better in and out. There's no contest.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Well, there will be a new generation of the GLC coming next year...
@PQV-88982 жыл бұрын
@M.G. Reviews I anticipate it will be amazing the new GLC.
@JohnUSA72 жыл бұрын
There will be a brand new 2023 AMG GLC coming later this year. Hope it is a better and improved car and for MB not to be too greedy with their MSRP.
@PQV-88982 жыл бұрын
@@JohnUSA7 100% agree and I think MB won't disappoint.
@sosen222 жыл бұрын
@@JohnUSA7 no V6 or R6 for GLC anymore.
@syedalam63632 жыл бұрын
It doesn't have the same engine as the X3M. X3M 40i has the B58 M performance tuned making 382hp and the X3M has the S58 which is only exclusive to M cars
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
I meant that it's still a 3.0L turbo inline 6. I generalized it for the more casual viewers.
@syedalam63632 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog I see what you are saying. Anyways best of luck to you!
@markmikasa56302 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog Not to forget the X3 M also has twin turbos and the X3 M40i is a single turbo. Different engine and and a additional turbo. Not even the same engine.
@torontoross2 жыл бұрын
Prefer the GLC, look, design and feel.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
As do I. I'm just not looking forward to the next generation in which it will most likely have capacitive touch controls instead of the physical buttons of this one.
@Dragon2288332 ай бұрын
X3 m comes with an s58 while the m40i comes with the b58. Although the s58 is basically a beefed up b58 its a different engine with many differences
@MGReviewsBlog2 ай бұрын
I was being generic with that comment, as in they both use turbo inline-6 engines. Not specifically the exact same engine. Sorry for the confusion.
@CP-bk9qw2 жыл бұрын
Picking a winning performance SUV on comfort seems wacky. This would be like judging pasta sauce based upon ease of cleanup
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
I personally like vehicles that offer a blend of comfort and performance which is why I chose the Merc. Is it a compromise? Sure. But that's just my taste. Like I said in the video, the BMW is a better to drive performance SUV of the two.
@benbustama34302 жыл бұрын
Well done & thorough review. I agree with you on all accounts. Both SUVs are well executed. Pick your poison. I’d probably go for the X3 though, only b/c I’ve had a few and b/c I appreciate the quasi-fee maintenance for three years… Cheers/B
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, to each their own.
@zoraprime886 Жыл бұрын
Really, M40i rocks!
@EdA-bz3bu2 жыл бұрын
If you have to consider fuel economy them you cannot afford these cars.
@itzburtz2 жыл бұрын
Just ordered a glc 43 premium plus, 5 month wait 😫
@brianvivod39442 жыл бұрын
We ordered a 22 m40i 5 weeks ago. It will be done tomorrow.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
5 months!?! Wow... But congrats on your order! Did you get it with the red leather like this one?
@KC_Smooth2 жыл бұрын
I picked my ‘21 up in September. Best vehicle I’ve ever driven, a head turner, and insanely comfortable. Also make sure to get the performance exhaust option!
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
@@KC_Smooth yes, that exhaust is 👌
@KC_Smooth2 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog It's amazing! Excellent review and comparison!!
@3joewj2 жыл бұрын
U.S. standard system is more logical. Its how many miles per gallon not how many gallons per 30 miles or whatever. It makes more sense to say how far a vehicle can go based on a standard fuel amount instead of how much fuel based on a standard distance. Because distance is easier to conceive than an odd number of litres.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
I'm in Canada, we use KM & L/100km. But the US conversions are on the screen when I talk about them.
@genderlessyoutubefanperson10 ай бұрын
US system is trash. Outdated, idiotic and dumb. Suited for low IQ simpletons. Time for us Americans to move forward with the rest of the world. All Military, Engineers, Doctors, Scientists, Astronomers are using metric.
@Slaktrax2 жыл бұрын
You are not correct about the X3 M40i's engine being the same as the X3M. The M40i has the B58 the X3M and X4M have the S58. Do your research better please.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
Like I said in another comment, I was referring to the fact that they both have 3.0L Inline-6 engines. Most buyers of the X3 don't care that it has an engine code of B58B30O1 vs S58B30T0.....
@sosen222 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog we do care, I ordered M40i and was disappointed when I figured out how much different the engine is from X3M.
@mattg10942 жыл бұрын
@@sosen22 how different?
@sosen222 жыл бұрын
@@mattg1094 kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3aoeJRrfN6SaM0
@niko551410 ай бұрын
AMG all day long
@jabelee20302 жыл бұрын
thanks
@jamesh9502 жыл бұрын
Looks, subjective; performance , will it make a difference based on your typical driver capabilities? Creature comforts, subjective; Deal breaker could boils down to reliability. Went with the benz in the end as I hear more problems with BMW in general.
@genderlessyoutubefanperson10 ай бұрын
I had new 2022 GLA 45 AMG after 100 miles ...lemon. Then I bought new 2022 GLC 43 AMG, many problems, traded in after 13000 miles with rattle coming from the engine when cold, steering problem etc. Then I decided to give one more try and bought a new 2023 GLA45 AMG...700 miles later... Mercedes Buyback/lemon. Drove the new GLC 2024 AMG 43... I liked it, but I am scared with that Mercedes reliability. Then I drove 2024 BMW X3M40i.....bought it right away. Silky smooth and comfortable ride. Also better suited for tall drivers and passengers, by a huge margin.
@cthis47862 жыл бұрын
Upcoming Macan T would be better choice despite having less power
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
I'd love to get my hands on a Macan but I don't have a connection with Porsche's press fleet :(
@joshuaenyart55702 жыл бұрын
Macan T? As in turbo? I believe they are rated at 440 hp and with similar equipment it would be closer to 90k usd
@cthis47862 жыл бұрын
@@joshuaenyart5570 Macan T as in a special tuned edition like the Carrera T before it.
@joshuaenyart55702 жыл бұрын
@@cthis4786 Interesting I don’t know much on Porsche but all I’ve seen is Macan (base) macan s, Macon turbo, macan GTS. Thank you for the info!
@johnfranchi7760 Жыл бұрын
Not sure if you’re on the take from MB. I owned a GLC43 AMG for three years and just jumped to the X3 M40i. There is no debate that the BMW is superior in every way.
@ianmason2003 Жыл бұрын
The x3 does not have the same engine. There are significant differences between the b58 and s58
@MGReviewsBlog Жыл бұрын
It has the same engine in the sense that they're both a 3.0L inline-6. I know the B58 is a single turbo while the S58 is twin-turbo. I know the B58 has a smaller bore and longer stroke than the S58. But most people of this car couldn't give 2 cents about details like that. I generalized it.
@2SAINO Жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlogYour “casual viewers” are still regular viewers at the end of the day. Do not “generalize”, teach your audience.
@clbernier22 жыл бұрын
It’s an M40i not a 30i, it’s suppose to be sporty!!!
@nkhan42 жыл бұрын
the creaking of the bmw screen and centre console and other plastic parts is such a turn off that i'll always go for a better built BMW.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
I didn't notice any creaking in this X3 M40i however, I did notice it a bit in other BMW models like the 2-series Gran coupe
@nkhan42 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog smh, i meant creaking in mercs plastics lol, bmw's are a solid build. I have the 2020 330i and not a creak, test drove c300 and even e350 and creaks, same with X5 vs GLE. so stuck with bmw's in our household.
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
@@nkhan4 ohhhh, I thought you meant some BMW models in your original comment. I stand by my original comment haha. But a few of the less expensive Mercedes models have this issue too. It's only the expensive stuff from Mercedes that I haven't noticed any rattles.
@pargolf31586 ай бұрын
Is there any way to not get that farting sound?
@MGReviewsBlog6 ай бұрын
Leave it in Comfort mode? Honestly, short of giving it an ECU tune, I don't think there is. M performance & AMGs are known for giving their cars that sound.
@ganuv4 ай бұрын
But you’ll lose at the light every time? Don’t you hate it ? Sorry bmw for me
@MGReviewsBlog4 ай бұрын
The world isn't just about straight line speed & acceleration.
@AMore429 Жыл бұрын
Also, BMW X3 is made in South Carolina 😅
@MGReviewsBlog Жыл бұрын
A lot of cars are no longer being made in their origin country. Some Volvos are made in China, some Mercs are made in States, some VW are made in Mexico and so on. Import/export taxes I guess
@AMore429 Жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog but yet these cost savings aren’t transferred to the customer. In fact, they don’t even mention it in their literature. KZbinrs go into every detail of specs, except where the very expensive product is made. There a big difference between something made in Germany and something made in China.
@MGReviewsBlog Жыл бұрын
@@AMore429 Yes but if a car like the X3, for example, was still being made in Germany, then it would face huge import duties when it gets delivered to North America. So then the MSRP would be even higher. It's what Governments do to protect their labour force and get more jobs created by the companies within their countries so that the politicians looks better when it comes time to vote. And you're absolutely right about any cost savings, the corporations keep it for themselves and their top managers & lobbyists. Very rarely does a company pass it on to the consumers. Doesn't matter what product or service they produce, not just cars. It's the time that we live in today unfortunately.
@AMore429 Жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog I think a lot of people that but the product actually think they are buying something made in Germany. Bottler line is, consume and don’t question 😄
@jre617 Жыл бұрын
BMW styling is just bad these days. Too many arbitrary shapes inside and out for no reason. Very Japanese-ish. Unfortunately, the '24 GLC 43 has (will have) a turbo four. It also lacks buttons and knobs, a stupid direction the automakers continue to pursue.
@MGReviewsBlog Жыл бұрын
Yea, I agree the styling of BMW is not as cohesive as it once was, even a decade ago. As for the new GLC, I reviewed the 300 version and those were my exact criticisms of it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqWpeWdtqMmDrKc
@goranquo4573 Жыл бұрын
Just BMW of course...
@hansteodoro3806 Жыл бұрын
The MB is hideous from the outside but very classy in the inside. I’ll always pick something faster, cheaper and sportier over class. Im not 65 years old yet🤣
@dioralcide84902 жыл бұрын
In my opinion GV70 is better
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
You're giving me an idea for a future video haha
@dioralcide84902 жыл бұрын
@@MGReviewsBlog please have a ultimate show down with the NX350/GV70/GLC/X3🙏
@MGReviewsBlog2 жыл бұрын
@@dioralcide8490 I'll see what I can do 😉
@PsychicWarrior1002 жыл бұрын
The GV 70 is slow and doesnt handle near as well.. comfort wise , yes its good.
@Makta972 Жыл бұрын
Bmw looks so generic...
@genderlessyoutubefanperson10 ай бұрын
Very ignorant statement but ok. After three previous AMG vehicles, now own, 2024 X3M40i. It is fabulous, beautiful and balanced. Very noticeable among other vehicles and by their drivers.
@shawnwilson5905 Жыл бұрын
Unattractive designs. Porsche Macan is so much better.
@genderlessyoutubefanperson10 ай бұрын
Macan is trash if you have to live with it every day and use it as a true SUV. It is a jacked up hatchback.