Could this BMW tempt me away from Audi ? - M340i XDrive Touring vs B9 S4 Avant

I am a big fan of a fast Audi estate. My current B9 S4 Avant is my second one. BMW have never really had an equivalent car...until now !
The brand new M340i XDrive Touring has the B58 3 litre straight six turbocharged petrol engine with 369 horsepower and 500Nm, all being fed through BMWs XDrive four-wheel drive system. Mega performance, practical and one of the best interiors in it's class.
In this video I put the new sportwagon from BMW up against my B9 3 litre V6 turbo and ask a simple question. Is this finally a BMW I would buy ?
A huge thanks to BMW UK for letting me experience the car for over a week.
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[@PetrolPed]

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[@redline589]

Dont get the Xdrive model 4wd is boring.

[@eatdahl]

Yh but spinning ya wheels and getting left for dead by even an s3 is fun

[@jayrb7747]

can you please tell me - S4 Avant vs M3401 Touring - which cabin is quieter? which suspension soaks up bumps better? wife and kids get car sick and all i have to give them is bumpy poorly built narrow twisty B roads in New Zealand. thank you.

[@kiftikhar]

BMW have been making the 335d and 340i in touring for ages.

[@unintentionallyfire]

No xDrive in the F31 340i though.

[@kiftikhar]

@@unintentionallyfire That's why it's a better drivers car!

[@unintentionallyfire]

@@kiftikhar If you've driven the new M340i you'd know that there's very little interference with the AWD system...still can get nice angles pretty easy

[@kiftikhar]

@@unintentionallyfire Will try it out once I have had enough of my F10 M5...

[@PetrolPed]

For me to consider it agains the S4 it needs to be petrol and AWD 👍

[@p0werl0ve]

as an audi fan i can say that this BMW looks cooler on the inside and on the outside

[@okumonux]

I'd take the BMW in a heartbeat. Would prefere the Alpina B3 version though. ;-)

[@coltoncleveringa8004]

okumonux i spotted a alpine B5 here in the USA yesterday!! All black!

[@gregsimpson9391]

That would be a classic!

[@TheJmebe]

Just stumbled across your channel due to interest in the 340i. What stands out and a big rick for me, is how non BS, straight talking approach. Biggest appealing aspect is how authentic and natural it comes across.

[@afegasdf76y123e]

4:01 fake exhaust? Bruh Audi have fake exhausts on some S cars, atleast you can see a exhaust in, merc and Audi only have plastic in it

[@chrism2996]

BMW have made the 335d Xdrive for years - rapid car

[@mbp1505]

Beat me to it Chris. Love mine, best car I've ever owned

[@gust0o]

Was about to say the same thing!

[@thezanzibarbarian5729]

Chris M - Damn right. The 335d Xdrive is bonkers fast :-))...

[@Eduardoramundo]

Yes, love mine and good on fuel as well

[@andrewb293]

The Zanzibarbarian. I dove one a few weeks after driving an M3 on the same stretch of road but in the opposite direction. 335D was and is a far better real world car imho

[@srbs73]

13:35 It does change speed automatically , depending on road signs or nav data, but for some reason it’s set to manual by default. Just need to change under Driver Assistance settings. The feature I like compared to a 2016 Audi, is you can tell it to be plus or minus X mph when driving above or below 40mph. E.g 29mph when it’s a 30 limit or 75mph on a dual carriageway / motorway.

[@DIZZYDAZZLER2011]

M340I touring all day!!!!

[@tmitch45]

M340 v B9 petrol = B0 petrol just. M240i v New B9 Diesel = 340i all day

[@maxmorris4562]

What makes this car so good? Someone please explain???!!!

[@mlh4711]

I've done the BMW route and had several over the years.........they rarely disappoint. I'd go for the S4 though if these 2 were my options. Never owned one or driven one but been in the passenger seat of a few and they are - for me- the perfect small performance estate.

[@ganuv]

Big mistake!

[@jbo2471]

In case this helps someone: I got both cars (G21 m340i and b9.5 s4 with the second iteration of engine at 341hp diesel). I did change my G21 for S4. Because of two things : - steering input: steering input on bmw is horrible - pedal position : on the long run bmw 3 series acceleration pedal is slightly not in the axes of your leg probably as legacy for heel toe. I have leg issues and this make it not so nice - siting comfort / general comfort : overall siting comfort and noise insulation are much better in the s4. Especially vs the touring bmw that have some low frequency issues - excitement : I don’t find personally any of those car a good week end car. If you have no choice going one vehicle both are very good all rounder, even tho I find the Audi better. Else just put extra in a Miata nd with either of the engine and have the best fun you will ever get. My reco : Get a a4 45 tfsi avant as an all rounder. Note that some s4 diesel are very easy to get at close price. Buy a Miata Have best of both world.

[@The.JZA.]

Agree about the sound. It kinda just drones and sounds dull when pushed. The S4 has almost a 90’s Subaru burble to its sound and the pops and crackles when you let off the gas in Dynamic mode. Porsche know how to make an engine sound awesome.

[@HPM2024]

I have a B8.5 S4 and I’m ordering an M340i. The B9 S4 just never did it for me.

[@Martin-cc5xn]

High performance 3 series tourers have been around for a while, I’ve had my f31 335d Xdrive for over 4 years, best car I’ve ever owned, 0-60 in 4.8 seconds, average 37mpg, performance + practicality, mountain climbing torque and absolute driving pleasure on the twisties and motorways, best journey was Manchester to Monaco and back with 4 in the car family road trip holiday. Equip I’ve added, Mperformance kit, electric swivelling tow bar (for bikes and small util trailer), larger drilled vented discs, LCI light upgrades. Next upgrade is re-map to take 0-60 under 4 secs! Must have options in my opinion are Adaptive Suspension, HK Sound System, Pro iDrive system (larger screen) and Mper/Msport Brembo brakes

[@PetrolPed]

I know but I said 'comparable' to my S4. That means petrol and AWD 😜👍

[@ethanwaterfield8368]

335d x drive was never actually marketed as a high performance car before though.

[@SH7SH7SH7]

And a pan roof

[@gregsimpson9391]

My son has the 335D xdrive touring - 2016 - we just chipped it with superchips - ballistic!

[@footey7670]

Seems like a great car and I agree the blue seats look fine on that spec👍🏻🇨🇦

[@alstound]

The engine alone wins it for the 340, far superior to the S4’s.

[@ACERASPIRE1]

how is it far superior?

[@sureshsivarajah6901]

@@ACERASPIRE1 more stock power, more tuneability, bigger aftermarket support, especially since the engine was used in the new supra

[@Paradigm-kp9iu]

More stock power, yes. However, more tunability? Nope.. Here in Europe, both vehicles will deliver roughly 410HP from a stage 1 tune (no hardware) at specialist tuners. However, the Audi will have more torque after the tune (620nm vs 600nm for the BMW). +56HP and +120nms for the Audi. +36HP and +80nms for the BMW. The 'old' supercharged V6 from Audi exceeds all of those numbers by quite a margin. Edit: the old supercharged V6 exceeds the HP numbers, but has less torque.

[@daveallsopp320]

Don’t let them tempt you away from the iconic 4 rings😎😎😎😎

[@leonardmartin6048]

The Bmw looks better , drives better and is faster. So why even bother about the decision? :D Clear winner.

[@nohedes]

I’d take run flats over a space saver wheel in an on-road puncture situation. Run flat = drive home (50mph), space saver = 30 mins on the hard shoulder with a jack and still can only trundle home. Also key points on 3-series boot space are you can put the net/parcel cover under the boot floor, plus you have the opening rear window, both a major plus over the Audi

[@dayalanvelan3070]

Totally agree. Run flats are an added advantage. Plus safer option as to changing a flat late at night on road side ...

[@PetrolPed]

What about ride quality and driving feel. Run flats are poor on both accounts 😪

[@nohedes]

I was responding more to the idea that a space saver was better than run flats (I thought implied in the video). I think RFTs were pretty poor in the early years but have improved considerably. I don’t think that the current 3-series is generally considered to have inferior ride or driving feel to the current A4 (although granted perhaps it would be better still on standard tyres!). Enjoyed the video by the way, good in depth review and very nicely filmed 👏🏻

[@tepes141]

The new B3 Touring equipped with the S58 engine will be a masterpiece! Without the weird kidneys of the next M3 😁

[@terrid6349]

Bought the 340d tourer, this video helped me decide.

[@platinumlook]

First time I’ve come across you Petrol Ped & found your style of review refreshingly straight forward without any pointless loud noise (so called music 😉) & silly jokey pitter patter. You still came across as friendly, informative & entertaining without the nonsense. Liked the editing, good to see the clock overlaid in the vid when you did your 0-60time. Perhaps a little more detail showing the interior controls etc. would be nice but otherwise thanks for your time & effort (especially with that rain ☔️ ) & I’ll be watching more.👍

[@PetrolPed]

Great to hear you liked it and thanks for the feedback 👍

[@miata1370]

Loved our former '14 F31 Touring...and it "only" had the 4 cylinder turbo. It "left us" at lease turn-in time but certainly enjoyed it. Too bad no more Tourings in the U.S. market. Everyone's SUV crazy here it seems...X1 thru X7...how many do we need????

[@samcourt6228]

The 335 has been available as a touring since the E91 (mid 2000’s). Whilst not AWD, it wasn’t that dissimilar to the S4 albeit it was turbocharged whereas they S4 of that era was initially a V8 but not a good car to drive. The previous F30 was available as both a 335 and 340 so comparable to the S4 but RWD. I do wish they’d do an M estate to rival the RS and AMG cars but last time they did about three people bought them. For some reason M buyers want saloons or coupes.

[@PetrolPed]

Yep I know, but for me to consider it against the S4 it needed to be AWD 👍

[@edmaluf]

This grille size is still ok on the BMW. The problem is with the 7 series and the upcoming i4.

[@coltoncleveringa8004]

Both cars are very nice. I’ve owned 3 Ford Explorers now! They work great for family hauling and snowy winters.

[@NoMeWithoutYou1]

Good on you, mate, for a fair review of a rival car. The mild hybrid version (the 21 and 22 model years) has muffled the exhaust a bit. But, it's indesputably fun and well-engineered.

[@paredding]

No idea why this old vid popped up on my YT feed but...suffice to say its a good topic for discussion. I have had Audis since 1981 including original RS4 and RS6 and now have R8 and original UR Quattro 20v. In the last decade, Audi sales customer service just got worse and worse and I went to the 'dark side' and had BMW 645i and 635d. BMW customer attention was staggering in its attentiveness and the 645 was great with the active rear suspension and the 635d torque at 560Nm was staggering. I also noted the quality of materials dropping in Audi's eg aluminium painted plastic for control knobs v BMW aluminium. And the detents on BMW eg steering wheel buttons far better than Audi plastic feeling. Audi sat nav control just had to be different and awkward v BMW idrive which was the first and still the best. We have had 3er Tourings and now have X3, all very good cars and strong torque on the 2.0 diesel engine. I am now looking for a Z4 cabriolet. Re your final musing in why BM doesnt have a performance Touring product...they dont need to as Alpina and Schnitzer have that covered esp Alpina who have a UK outlet now and the D3 is the one to get with massive torque and great economy, just make sure to order the Alpina wheels :-)) Conversley, pretty much every Audi now looks like an RS with their S Line add on options and RS being applied to SUVs for heavens sake. How to dilute a brand :-( So with all the positives, sounds like you need to swap out into a BMW for a few years.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for this 👍

[@simonnelson7770]

It seems that a lot of people don't understand that this is an M340 and not a regular 335 or 340. You have an M140 an M240 and now this the M340. They are known as Miltes, one under a full M car.

[@garylarkman6442]

Interesting. One of the ads during PP’s video was LV car insurance. I have ordered one of these and went to LV for a quote (both our cars are insured through LV) - they don’t insure BMW m340i xdrive touring!! No reason was offered other than their underwriters won’t let them touch them....

[@dwaynenelson1832]

Eco pro mode is pointless if you are using cruise control as you are not able to benefit from the main feature of eco pro mode coasting as it is disabled whilst you are using cruise control.

[@jesper463]

You have to go into the cruise control settings and change it to "automatic adjustment" for it to adaptivly adjust the speed while on CC, IF that feature is available in the UK, it is not in Sweden for ex.

[@adrianwhitehead1950]

At least the S4 has the ZF gearbox as opposed to the terrible DCT in the rest of the Audi range. I had the same model - albeit in 2.0 diesel Quattro form - and the 4wd was pretty good but didn’t really miss it in my newer BMW f30 330d saloon.

[@markbillington5985]

Trying to grow up a bit so think this is going on my shortlist. Current 500bhp RWD wagon is epic but can’t deploy its power in the cold / wet - which we get plenty of!

[@JSchaefer93]

that blue leather is gorgeous, and I wish we got the wagon version in the US of the m340

[@davetomley3145]

Really relevant review for me. Like you love the petrol S4 am desperately hoping they realise the diesel version was a mistake for the next upgrade.

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers 👍

[@christianseidler2252]

For me the exhaust on the BMW is not fake. The exhaust is right behind the "fake exhaust" (Audi RS6 exhaust is similar)

[@haveagoharry4999]

Brilliant review. BMW have nailed it with the 340i.

[@rentrentrentlettings4178]

I have a 2019 G05 X5 with the latest iDrive and advanced auto driving package. When I first got the car it automatically slowed down when entering a new speed limit. Since having had an update at my dealer, it no longer does it and you have to press a button each time. A real backward step BMW 🙄😕

[@medwaypeninsulaMR]

I stumbled accross your channel when I spotted the video you did on Electric Cars and I must say I would be suffering from charge anxiety also if you have to add on 2 hours to your journey time 1 hour to charge and another hour in case someone gets there just before you. I had a look at a couple of your other videos and although not being a car nut I have enjoyed them very much so I have subbed and dinged the bell. Finally having few Audi's I would side on them but they are both great cars. Cheers Kev

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for the Sub and the 🛎 ring. Welcome to the channel 👍

[@davidperry3531]

I like the presentation from this guy. I have a 330i M Sport which is fantastic and probably a bit lighter on its feet than the 340i but apart from impressive performance and handling, the economy is fantastic, Try 5.5 l/100km on a country trip!

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers David. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@Haenki]

I had one a couple of weeks ago while my M2C was at the dealer, I was massively impressed. The sound somehow reminded me of a GTR.

[@levincent62]

Petrol Ped ,look like on your Audi S 4 may not have two option most importing options, "Sport package and Dynamic steering" w/o these two options you can't compared between BMW and Audi S4 .. must have those options on your Audi .

[@tubejorrit]

As a bmw owner and fan I would choose the C43, but all 3 cars are really great and so close in performance with eachother. You can't go wrong with any of them

[@Dorset_Phil]

For that sort of money we got a q8 vorsprung ex demo. Slightly less power but much more comfort and all the toys.

[@supersurfer1]

For driving experience it's hard to beat a beemer

[@ByHarrywatson71]

Think I'd have to go for the M340i, although I do prefer the looks of the S4. Don't know about others but I've had a great experience with BMW dealers in the past so wouldn't mind having a look at this once they've taken a hit depreciation wise. If they made an M3 touring I'd be the first to put my name down! Great video!

[@thezanzibarbarian5729]

Err... The M340i has 382 bhp and not what you quoted Pete. When you opened both of the rear tailgates together, I was expecting to see a dog in each car :-))... I'm loving the M340i BMW. And BMW probably make the best straight 6 cylinder engines. Whether that be a diesel engine or in particular, petrol engined. I think with BMW's assisted driving, when you go into a part of road where the speed changes to the one you've set, by pressing/holding just one button, you can automatically change the speed to the current road speed. Here's a quick tip if you have privacy glass for your estate car (Or any car with fold down rear seats!) and a black interior. When I used to go fishing, I had to fold the rear seats down and then put all my gear in. But it was all very visible still. So I got myself a cheap, black* fitted double bed sheet to cover all my gear. From the outside, you could even see anything was in the car and even putting your face against the window, you still would see anything bar the sheet. * The fitted sheet colour, of course, must be the same as the cars interior. Not just black :-))...

[@PetrolPed]

I was too wet. They were nice and dry inside 😜

[@thezanzibarbarian5729]

@@PetrolPed - It was pretty wet :-))... I know you're busy, but did you read my email to you about testing the BMW's driver monitor assistance and pretending to fall asleep?

[@dlevi67]

382 bhp, 369 lbft I guess was the source of the confusion...

[@thezanzibarbarian5729]

@@dlevi67 - Ah! Well deduced :-)

[@peterburt2905]

Nice review. Thanks for posting. I've always liked the BMW touring variants, and BMWs in general (own a sedan currently) with the driving dynamics and the straight 6. I'd be interested to see a comparison with the latest offering from Audi though.

[@PetrolPed]

Hopefully once the lockdown is over 👍

[@benphipps6567]

I would have liked you to do a head to head 0-60 and 0-100 test...see what the actual difference in meters represents. In addition what does the car sound like when revving? Otherwise a 1st class review.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks Ben 👍

[@MrGazhay]

Thank god for a fast estate review as apposed to another ‘fast SUV’! Top video sir! 👍

[@cathalmccionnaith8268]

335 D xdrive touring, every bit a match for either of those!!!

[@Andy-zt7ng]

100% agree, an M3/M5 Touring would be awesome

[@stubones]

Andy 8437 Alpina has entered the chat ;) well Alpina is as close as it’s going to get I think. They’re a bit softer than M cars but they’re awesome.

[@oliverb92]

There is a reason bmw stopped selling m branded estates. Ppl talked about loving them but they sold like shit compared to there own non estates or estates from other brands. There not enough ppl that want a fast estate from bmw

[@jak493]

I do like the 340i for sure but the faked engine sound played into the cabin just sounds awful (at least trough the video). It might sound better in real life perhaps but currently I’m not convinced - the rest is a big tick though

[@PetrolPed]

Doesn’t sound too bad in real life 👍

[@avneetkainth9816]

Nice review of the new BMW estate. I don't think people get what he is saying to them i have read most of the comments ect. Bmw have only ever made one estate car that matches audi S4 RS4 S6 RS6. The only estate car bmw made was the old M5 Estate. For example the bmw 330i est petrol or 330d - 335d estate are quick but not anything like an audi. Audi have had performance estate's for a long time bmw have just come out with an estate that can compete with the audi S4 now if they bring out an estate M3 or M5 then they have an estate car that can rival the Rs4/Rs6.

[@KING0SISQO]

Everyone beefing over bmw or Audi. I just want to know what are the tyres. That was some grip that I can do with on the wet.

[@PetrolPed]

LOL 😜

[@kinocchio]

The blue leather looks really nice to me.

[@James-yl3kk]

That's the problem if you buy a 3 series as a family car, the rear leg room is not good behind the driver if he's 6ft+.

[@PetrolPed]

6"3" 😬

[@bezwymowek2366]

Nice comparison, especially for people who has experience in driving booth of this two brands 👍👍👍

[@PhantomMark]

I think in future you should record a first impression snippet, literally that first 5 or 10 mins driving, then splice that into your main vid after driving for a week, that way you can see how your first impressions stack up against living with the car for the week, that in itself is both interesting and also valid lessons for all, for both good and bad things you feel about the first impression.

[@stephenlane9127]

Another great review Pete. I really like this BMW M340i X Drive Touring, great colour in white too! The BMW is slightly more practical and I would go for the BMW

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers Stephen 👍

[@Countrystock]

Think Mrs P would have a say in your next estate.....she’s rather keen on the JCW Clubman. Nice one ☝️

[@PetrolPed]

She is 😜

[@jamiep61]

Great Video Comparison. If It was me then I would choose the BMW 340i xDrive

[@juliancooney68]

With these fast estates has anyone every put a tow bar on? I’m not on about towing a caravan but more about attaching a bike rack where a couple of ebikes could be carried? I once saw a BMW X4 with a tow bar for just that thing (bike rack).

[@PetrolPed]

I know with my S4 the cost of retro fitting a tow bar was huge as I too wanted to fit a bike carrier. Definitely something you want to spec from new 👍

[@jamessnape4101]

Great vid mate. Worth noting BMW are offering around 15% discount off OTR price at the moment so great time to snap up a bargain!

[@christopherwhitehead8946]

My wife has had a really fast BMW 3 series touring for 3 years. It’s a 335d touring. Over 300bhp, shed loads of torque. It is seriously fast. And a diesel. It’s just not as nice to drive as my M140i, which is petrol.

[@DiscoFang]

Even the E91 330d had 500Nm of torque. Great cars.

[@garyvincent7934]

Got the saloon version in March, right before lockdown :( therefore not had an opportunity to take it on a long drive yet. Without doubt the best car I've ever owned, had 330d xdrive before it. Pre end of March BMW were virtually giving these away compared to the normal cost which made it attainable for work purposes. 549 deposit... 549 pm, 4yrs, 10k mile pa. That was out of BMW Stratstone Hull. MPG isn't great coming out of the 330d (almost half) but I knew that before buying it. MPG isn't the reason you'd ever buy this car. 9/10

[@moonfly1]

Up until this latest gen I've found it hard to see why I'd swap from my e92 335i (N54 engine), but it looks like we might finally be there. Performance still looks to be about the same though, and I think I'd potentially miss the proper manual I have now, but might be time to think about letting go.....

[@kidnapthemoneyy01]

E9x is a more focused driver's car for sure

[@moonfly1]

Ye I can't fault it really. It obviously doesn't look as new as these inside but outside I still prefer the exteral looks to the new models. I can still hit 0 - 60 in 4.5 and have a confirmed 350 bhp with 500nm, from a 10 year old + engine with 140k on the clock. Logic 7 audio is the bomb too and other than running costs, it cost me nothing a month. A new car has always been a hard sell.

[@kidnapthemoneyy01]

@@moonfly1 i would like to ask if the n54 engine has caused any big problem or failure during 140k cause it has a bad reputation or it is only for "heavily" tuned n54's ?

[@moonfly1]

@@kidnapthemoneyy01 I've not had any issues. I have the waste gate rattle but you only really get it on startup and its never bothered me. Mine had a good service history and was well looked after. At 140k you'll always have bits to do, I've had a rear suspension mount go but that was a cheap fix, and I've got rid of the run flats now. Other than that, I just keep it well serviced, got the transmission oil done at 135k so that should be done for life now and get regular oil changes done and so far no probs at all. Mine has a tune on it, which is why it's as quick as the new cars, and it's a hoot to drive.

[@kidnapthemoneyy01]

@@moonfly1 Exactly. I also own a 430hp 900nm 2008 535d E60 which is always serviced in time and at bmw service and it never caused any expensive or big problem to me. They have created a bad reputation for bmw cars but in my own case it's been a incredible car and it's torque is crazy and most important is an amazing daily driver car with 8.2l for 100kmh in city

[@gregsimpson9391]

Good review. I have this vehicle - adaptive cruise control has speed sign recognition and you can either auto set it or select it as you go through different zones. Having been an audi owner - I really love this vehicle it is a step up from the B9 - and I would not entertain a false exhaust diesel - fake one side and on existent on the other. This M340i handles superbly - driver is in the pivot point. I just love it. Unlikely I will be going back to an audi. I nealry ent RS4 - glad I did not now. I would not bother with an M3 - if I want more horsepower I would just chip it. Economy - I do only slightly less than I did with my A6 biturbo diesel.

[@fizywig]

Was considering a used f90 m5 competition but after seeing this m340 was wondering if this car would deliver most of the driving enjoyment of the m5 without the overkill of the m5 vast power performance

[@PetrolPed]

Thought that might be the case 👍

[@gregsimpson9391]

@@fizywig I Couldnt even contemplate an M5 - just too big and too fast for me. Similarly and RS6. This M340i is going ot take the prises for me. It has just so much poke but it is also easy to drive. A real Wolf.

[@iansuds7496]

Another look forward to, just had my knee replaced.

[@j.drenthe2090]

Nice review! I drive a 540i g30 and I love it! This engine makes a very good car into a great car! My advice to you: Keep the s4 ( nice too!) for the dogs and buy a m340i saloon for..... everything else! It would be the perfect combination for a petrolhead! Greetings, Jan, from The Netherlands

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for the tip Jan 👍

[@berkearall8563]

M340i for sure

[@cruickshankclan4502]

You can definitely configure the car to auto select the different speed limits !

[@p0werl0ve]

you should have done a 0-60 test without launch control, because that is what we use in everyday driving. S4 B9 did it in 5.3 sec. Would that be below 5 sec ?

[@johnjackson12]

I bought the older 340i because it's about £8k cheaper second hand than the equivalent S4. The older one has in its favor REAL exhausts RWD (for me at least) and doesn't come with that stupid exhaust filter. Also it's not an M car at all and blends in nicely even more so than your S4 which is a big appeal to me. Newer car is waaaay better on interior and tech of course but for the money a 1 car does all is quite hard to beat

[@francoisdupont3943]

Looks like you really enjoyed it

[@banaan7947]

why was him clapping to show the m340i so wholesome, I loved it

[@philhicks5818]

Another good honest view , I felt bmw lost its way with there cars over the last few previous years , but are coming on pretty strong again atm

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers Phil 👍

[@Alienwarez567Epic]

Considering the import tax on the cars here in denmark i got the normal 330I Msport spec for the same price at you can get the M340I some times i hate denmark

[@PetrolPed]

Wow 😮

[@davidviner4932]

The BMW is the better car, I've had 5 Audi's over the years and only bought them because I'm a cheapskate, I took the plunge and have a BMW now and wouldn't swap it for the cheaper Audi version, especially when I could get even cheaper VWs such as Skoda, Seat or even VW itself

[@rolandbrooks467]

1st class vid as always,, and as a Range Rover owner / driver for some 35 years now and looking to finally 'downsize these estates are looking like they could be for me. Been looking at the BMW 335d but your Audi S4 looks pretty cool,,,, decisions decisions,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@DermotCarroll]

Until I was that video, I would only consider Cream or Grey leather interiors! ... Must say that blue is lovely! Really enjoyed the video - I haven't driven either, but on looks alone, and of course the sound, I think I would prefer your Audi. I can but dream! :)

[@p0werl0ve]

the BMW seats and interior look great. love this light blue touch.

[@vxrbandit2527]

Pete with MYSTICAL powers !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Could you PLEASE come over to my place and just clap your hands so I can have a new BMW on my driveway, I would really appreciate it mate 😜😜😜😜😜😜😜

[@robinhosleftfoot]

Make mine an RS4 please Pete!!!

[@PetrolPed]

LOL 😂

[@pokerfred68]

Looks like those roads don’t drain very well across the pond.

[@GazVanDyk]

I have a 5 series (G31) tourer and love it. I would definitely have your S4 over that 3 series as I’m not a big fan of the new 3 series.

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

Take it from an ex-BMW-(and audi quattro) driver: never take an x-drive version. It’s not a matter of if, but when the transfer box breaks up. The build quality (interior) of the audi is much better then the BMW. But audi had some issues with both (bi-turbo) diesels, TFSI-petrols, and automatic gear boxes. Hope they solved that. My suggestion: take the beamer, but only RWD-versions. They’re fun!

[@Mariini]

I think those who buy their cars new don't experience that, unless they just drive without changing oils in diffrentials, automatic and that transfer case. I have over 300k done in 530xd, have changed transmission oils every 100k (so 3x already) and still nothing has broken. I don't think many drivers drive these kms on their vehicles before they change them away so it is more of a problem of 2nd and 3rd owner... Because transmission oil changes are "optional" services, owner must be aware of that and demand them.

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

Mariini you’re taking very good care of your car. My compliments! The issue that bmw has with the transfer box of the Xdrive system is not oil-related, and can happen in early stages. I won’t go into detail, but it has to do with measuring (non-excisiting) speeddifferences in front an rearwheels, which results in switching the frontdrive on and off very rappidly, which destroys the friction plates ultimatily. At the time you’re noticing it (by a slight stutter in lower gears) you’re to late.... Excuse me for my pour translation, I’m Dutch....

[@Mariini]

Have to, I have it as a cab. And it has been a great vehicle, but it needs TLC to be as great as it is.

[@JimNortonsAlcoholism]

I had an S5 and moved onto the M340i. The lack of throttle lag in the BMW is worth the switch alone for me. Audi can't keep getting away with shitty throttle lag in the S and even the RS models.

[@dungareesareforfools]

My 135i 6 cylinder is exactly the same in Eco Pro mode - can average 41 mpg but pulling away it’s like someone has their foot over the exhaust! 😀

[@PetrolPed]

LOL 😂

[@simhoward5955]

Great review as always. Would of been nice to hear exhaust noise comparisons between your S4 and the M340.

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers. Sorry, that would have been a good idea 😪👏

[@wass006]

What's the build quality like when comparing both?

[@PetrolPed]

Not much in it to be honest 👍

[@maxday8487]

Bmw have mad fast touring for 10-15 years 335i 335d 340i 340d loads of them

[@goredknight3017]

Audi’s new indicators rule. Too many cars & vans have opted to instal the tiniest indicators and reversing lights. We have laws on the size of wing mirrors to the size of the vehicle but why not on indicators as your never going to miss a Audi with the lightsaber indicating lights at a junction.

[@florinrad4647]

Definitely M340i 😮😮😮😮❤

[@sampegnall1950]

Quite possibly my dream daily

[@alexdalgleish1061]

Nice car. But with budget of £60k it's secondhand Rangerover territory?! And some change for a hot hatch. And funnily enough you've still got the Roadster.

[@krisrudecki9477]

The last gen BMW were for me the best looking cars of that generation and some of the best looking BMWs ever (M440i/435d Gran Coupe were stunning). Those new BMs are technically better in every way (especially in the engine / drive train department which is probably the most important part of the car for me) ... but the new styling ... ... ... idk, maybe it needs to grow on me. The previous 4 serious however, saw it once and I knew I wanted one. All of that coming from an Audi S5 Sportback owner btw.

[@santana9537]

Going for the new M340i saloon after my S5 Sportback instead of the facelift s5 and c43

[@ginny1068]

Very very close race. Would think, driving both-would declare the winner. The blue interior is lovely. Prefer the exterior of the Audi. The fit, the drive, the feel - individual needs and wants. The BMW seems a little more sporty family - like. Engine wise, still not deciding factor (for me/in theory). I say Audi (not that it matters lol). And then again, being on two totally polar opposites with my own cars (Challengers and Polestar lover here-yes weird combo)- I don't have a lot of knowledge/experience, driving either. We have a few new Audi's in our family, no BMWs. Great review, really showed the BMW in all light. Really really loving the 4-door hatchbacks. Not too many choices here, in Canada-in comparison with the UK/Euro.

[@PetrolPed]

Love this. Thanks for posting 🙏🏻

[@anthonygillesse7242]

You folks on that side of the pond are so lucky BMW have quit selling estates here in NA now we are left with mundane SUVs the spirit of driving has left the building here🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 have to keep my 530 m e61 till hell freezes over

[@PetrolPed]

You have the new RS6 Avant though 👍

[@OnlineHousehusband]

I am maybe slightly biased, being a BMW fanboy but that M340i touring wets over that S4. Better engine B58 straight six, better interior, better infortainment with a good old toggle wheel.