FIRST DRIVE IN MY BMW 335D X DRIVE.. THE ULTIMATE DAILY?!

[@blenkarn123]

I've had my 335d xdrive touring for 2 years and it's the best daily. 50mpg on a long run, around 370bhp and 580lbft after a remap. 0-60 3.9 seconds. Mapped gearbox and Goodyear asymetric 5 (non run flat). Room for my German shepherd, heated wheel and pan roof. Does everything 😍

[@swift2117]

Are the tyres star rated? If they aren't then they could give you problems with the geometry.

[@TronoFruitSlots]

@@swift2117mine arnt star rated. You just have to have the right size of tyres and all the same brand.

[@swift2117]

@TronoFruitSlots xdriv have to be star rated tyres otherwise they tend to ruin the diffs and the transfer box on the car. Google it.

[@jarraandyftm]

Running 385 and 770nm on mine with a stage 1, csf, stage 3 xhp. PS4S’s all round.

[@bigecky]

@swift2117 that's a myth mate, bmw's way of squeezing more money out of you 😂

[@lloydwattslw]

I have owned my 335d xdrive for 7 months and love it. Definitely ticks all the boxes for a daily. I have had mine mapped along with the gearbox. That made a big difference.

[@Arman-nl6mg]

I have a 435d GC and it feels nowhere as quick as my old M140i despite the extra torque... Would u say the remap makes it border on that "mind blowingly quick" level that Jamie was saying it lacks?

[@danstanford89]

The 435 is a bit slower to 60 stock as its heavier then the 3 series i guess. But the 140 would be lighter again. Remap will definitely help tho they can make 380-400bhp

[@lloydwattslw]

@@Arman-nl6mg it will definitely help and be quite a bit quicker but the thing with these cars is although they are quick they just don't 'feel' as fast as they are. I've had alot of fast peteol cars and the main thing is you just don't get the same enjoyment/satisfaction out of a deisel as a petrol. The sound, the way it pulls more towards the end of the revs ect. You'll always enjoy that m140i more.

[@nickydavies4]

​@Arman-nl6mg I raced an m140i on my old motor bike which was a cbr 600 from 40 roll battered it but from 100 up it was with me they are quick cars

[@dougpointer4519]

Where did you go for your map mate? Im considering getting mine done in a month or 2

[@Brooks269]

They are impressive cars, my stage 2 335d xdrive was 430bhp done 0-60 in 3.7 sec 👌🏻

[@stephenmiller7299]

Having owned a 335d saloon for about 5 weeks I can honestly say a fantastic choice, everything you say is correct I think they are fast but not mind blowing fast. As a daily I'm averaging around 35mpg but I've had 50mpg on a run which was fantastic. Looking forward to following your next steps regarding tuning. Great channel Keep the videos coming.

[@PVPIsBalanced]

Alot of the harshness over the potholes is because of the Run Flats, PS5 or sport contact 7's really do transform these cars, still not the best over potholes but much more liveable 😊

[@swift2117]

Star rated tyres?

[@martinaston1715]

Sidewalls need to extra load is all u need , much better ride quality and half price tyres without runflats

[@MKTSirHenry]

I have the touring version with a stage 1 remap. Transforms the car so well worth doing and retesting the 0-60. Also, it does have a proper launch mode - put it in sport+ and manual mode, foot on the brake and mash the accelerator pedal right down and it will say ‘launch active’ and away you go! It will change gear for you also. Another video needed once you’ve remapped it I reckon 😏

[@timbob1145]

Is there a long winded way to turn the TC off? Used to just hold the button down for a while on my old 330d.

[@piovo1]

@@timbob1145sports + turns it off one stage, if you want it fully off you need to hold it for a few seconds till it says DSC Off but the gear changes are much slower and the throttle response is like comfort.

[@CineeK911]

That's actually very quick off the line. Mind blowing how just a family saloon does low 4s to 60 yet recovering 40+ mpg. Now waiting for another video with some NVM sauce on👌

[@slotselectagamblingchannel7452]

Can not underestimate these. Absolute weapon of a car considering its a daily. It goes on to be next level once they get hardware tuning and suspension mods. The only thing i will say is servicing is especially important with these cars on the engines and gear boxes. It can become very costly if you dont keep up the maintenance 😊

[@paranoid5011]

Agree with you 100% in this video, I’ve owned my 335 for a year. First thing I did was get rid of the run flats, changed the springs with some spacers 12/15mm and it changed the ride completely! Can’t wait to see what you do with it

[@MIK23458]

What was the main difference?

[@fizzel5711]

What springs did you go for ? I’ve just swopped the tyres to ps5s from the run flats and it’s made a huge difference .

[@SenszR]

Run flats should be illegal

[@paranoid5011]

@@MIK23458 got rid of the body roll around the corners, feels a lot less floaty. Run flats we’re making all holes in the road harsh and car seems to drive into the corners better as the tyre walls are softer. No more of that soul breaking bang when hitting a pot hole 😂

[@paranoid5011]

@@fizzel5711 Eibach pro-kit mate think it was 20mm drop if I remember correctly

[@nickwilliamson6712]

Had my 335D for about 6 months now, my daily driver. Loving it, just recently discovered it has been mapped by the previous owner. Can surprise a few boy racers when needed, the suspension is brutal though.

[@abe3567]

Leave it comfort

[@eoink8219]

I bought my 2015 330d MSport in Oxford in 2016 with 7,600 Miles on it and had to get a car with all the options. I loved it and it looked exactly the same as your car Alpine white with black leather interior. I am out and out petrol head but I loved the sound of that engine.I traded it in against my 2018 F80 M3Competition in 2019. I miss my 330d , the 335d is next level and the 0 to 60 times you were doing there is fractions of the M3 , what a machine , enjoy !

[@eatdahl]

It is the ultimate daily. And its a beast when its lowered with better suspension. Handles like a beast, i had one of these and i destroyed so many golf r’s and s3’s

[@raalaa121]

Had the 330d E90 Stage 1, 40d XDrive X6 Stage 1, now a 520d M Sport Touring as I'm a family man now ... the BMW diesels are just amazing. Don't think i'll ever buy anything else. When I can afford one i'll be getting the 335d or 535d X Drive Touring

[@SharkyF90]

Thank you for being the best, as well as the most positive automotive channel on KZbin. Much respect brother!

[@chavezs4313]

Absolutely love these torque monsters! Best daily you'll ever have. Big ups Jamie 💪

[@ivandoe33]

mechanics love them even more

[@resu924]

​@@ivandoe33yea apparently these engines ain't the best for high miles and emissions crap is even worse

[@chavezs4313]

@aokuan not the best for high miles? Keep up with regular maintenance and servicing and there's not many engines that can so as much mileage than these ones without any issues.

[@redalloy]

Once at operating temperature. Into sport plus, gearbox in sport. Hard on the brake, floor the throttle and launch control activates. Should bring a flag up on the dash.

[@sherwinzn1]

I have a 2017 f30 330d stage 2 tune and I love it... Its quick enough daily... Mad love for your channel from South Africa

[@R1AN335d]

I’ve owned my sunset orange shadow edition 335d for about 8 months now, and it’s the best car I’ve ever had, I don’t drive it fast, just whaft around in it, but get 44 mpg daily on my work commute of around 11 miles or so. Love it.

[@surfiiqi]

11 miles in a Diesel? do you not get any DPF issues? i was thinking of getting this but work is only like 10miles away - what are your thoughts?

[@R1AN335d]

@@surfiiqi no DPF issues at all, had the car 16 months, and it’s spot on, the 11 mile commute is 90% motorway, so gets up to temperature quite quickly, great cars, pleasure to drive.

[@surfiiqi]

@@R1AN335d thanks for swift reaponse mate, will look into further and make a decision ! 👍

[@tubejorrit]

F11 530d here, I wanted rwd so the 535d was out of the question. Has been dead reliable and remapped the midrange is really good. Because its a 5 the take off is a little slower without xdrive but once going the punch is great.

[@MrJDuzz]

Great video Jamie. As a fellow f34 335d the lack of noise is it’s downfall. But it did get remapped. Ran 13s fully loaded two up and a full tank. Hoping for low 12’s this year,

[@chrispick306]

The updated gearbox software makes a big difference on the changes, it also changes at peak boost in auto, the manual mode is as fast as a DSG it’s well worth doing.

[@nathanwhyke1585]

He’s had it tuned now by nv motorsport

[@kneesparks]

The Audi TCU mapping is shit compared to BMW 😕 I've had my A6 BiTDi TCU mapping and its better but still shit 😳

[@user-yg6sr1wz9n]

The ultimate would be a touring version

[@cameroncalvert6657]

He said that near the start of the video lol

[@user-yg6sr1wz9n]

@@cameroncalvert6657 maybe I didn't watch the video on commented on the title of the video.. Did I do it wrong

[@peterolley7159]

@@user-yg6sr1wz9nyeah you fucked right up mate 😂 touring all Day long 👊

[@user-yg6sr1wz9n]

@@peterolley7159 😂🎉

[@brooky1979]

Can vouch for that, I have a 2015 335d xdrive touring and is by far the best all round car I hwve ever owned, would recommend to amyone

[@andyabbott2342]

Should have launch control, both my previous F31 335d’s did, Sport Plus, Traction Control fully off, Gearbox in Manual mode, hold brake fully down and mash the accelerator to the floor, you should get a flag appear on the dash and it’ll launch - Again massive congrats, you’ll make a fantastic dad and boy or girl will no doubt be an ultimate petrolhead!

[@coreyhill136]

Congratulations welcome to the daddy group. Love the 335d definitely the ultimate daily like you said best of both worlds keep the content coming brother 👌👍

[@TFrom11]

I’ve got a 430d xdrive remapped to 315bhp & 660nm similar power to 435d. These 3.0 diesels embarrasses most hot hatches. Best all round car imo.

[@alirezazadeh]

Agreed I have the 330d non x drive…

[@bigecky]

Had my 35d xdrive for nearly 5yrs now and the first thing I changed was the springs. The standard handling is border line dangerous. Put a set of 12mm/15mm spacers on at the same time to beef it up a bit. Not long after, a bigger darkside intercooler and ecotune map was put on and made 400bhp/730nm. Only downside is the noise.

[@dylansmith97]

What have you had to do to it maintenance wise as I’m looking at buying one as a daily but wondering how reliable they are

[@bigecky]

@dylansmith97 it's had 2 recalls mate, both for the EGR cooler and the steering rack knock which is common but was fixed under warranty. It's a cheap DIY fix so nothing to worry about if it's out of warranty. Other than that mine has been 100% spot on. Serviced on time every time by bmw then bmw indy specialists. It's been mapped about 3 years now with an uprated intercooler and done a few 1/4 mile runs and B road blasts and its been perfect. As a daily family car there's nothing out there that beats it for performance, comfort and practically for the money. Just find one with the best spec you can, LCI models (2015 onwards) have the better lights.

[@dylansmith97]

@@bigecky yeah I’ve heard loads of people talking about the performance and the comfort etc but never about the reliability so cheers mate, they sound like the perfect cars for me but yeah I think it’s just going to be a bit of a struggle finding a spec I want but I’ll keep searching. Also mate what mileage would you recommend going for because I plan on keeping it for around 4 years

[@dizmatt1]

I love mine for the family needs. 335Dx GT version, which isn't quite as tidy in looks or handling, but hatchback practicality with a huge boot, and longer wheel base improves room in the back for the missus to climb and in and out when we have 3 kids in the car (with 1 in the front). Makes a nice-ish noise when pushed. It picks up well but less so in comfort mode. 35mpg day-to-day and 45mpg on a long run. Mine is loaded nicely including the HUD. It pulls but to get the most of out if you need to catch the revs right. Would love to have mine mapped... maybe one day! The only spec I don't have is adaptive suspension and I would love that. I have swapped out the run-flats, and I think it's quieter and better all-round.

[@bravz_]

Wait until you start to tune it Jamie! I'm running the 35d Xdrive (all be it in coupe form) in my 435d and with just bolt on mods and a stg2 tune it runs 3.3s to 60 and mid 11's on the 1/4. Throw enough money at it and you can run 10's. Awesomely capable cars and as you say, very much an exceptionally capable daily 🥰

[@Breadstar90]

What bolt one did you put on?

[@dominikkozela9763]

I had a mk6 golf 2.0 gttdi and after a few little mods and a stage 2 map from around 140 to 190hp 230 to 300ftlbs it livened up the car. Night and day difference. The car felt more response and the power didn't die off at high revs as it did before. It wouldn't call it fast but it was fast enough to for a daily and to have some fun and put a smile on my face while still getting about 45-50mpg mixed driving with launches and pulls.

[@sohale745]

Very nice power band

[@0brand0brand34]

Its the Swiss Army Knife of cars, and is every inch the Q-car that the original M5 was - especially as a Touring. Did an epic (but effortless) 145 at Millbrook in 2021 and often cruise at 120 on the M45 (M1 end) 4-up with full boot. Its a 'mood car' - it very much encourages the cruise in comfort mode - I think also the psychology of 'knowing' you can trounce 95% of cars around you does that. But hitting the sport button - whilst not really necessary - transforms the car and it literally goads you into attacking every opportunity to put load into the tyres and chassis. I also have the adaptive dampers, which are amazing and completely change the nature of the car. Its probably the most important option for me. Very fortunate to find one with it as not many bothered to pay the money - or preferred to spec the big sunroof, which I do wish I had tbh. The only thing I don't like is the gap between wheel and arch, but I live in London where speed bumps are everywhere, so I thought against getting it lowered. Oh and ditch the run flats if you can. will sort out the pot hole thing.

[@stefanuk32]

I've owned my 335d xdrive since 2020, and I absolutely love it. Performance and economy. 2015 model only 45k on the clock, someone's going to own a true beat of a motor when I part with it next year 😢

[@chrispick306]

They do have launch control if you aren’t aware, flick the stick over to manual, sport plus on the button, hard on the break, throttle past the little click point right to the floor and a flag should appear on the dash saying launch control or launch ready.

[@AA97868]

Jamie I’ve had a LCI 335d and had eibach pro springs which are a game changer. Also, it’s the run flats that make it so rough. PS4s tyres may fix your issues The xdrive BMWs run on SE suspension that’s why they sit high.

[@kevmais1026]

Darkside developments let’s go!

[@Manoah.]

I own an E46 330D Touring myself, nothing crazy although it has a tune which gets it to about 250HP and I can tell you, BMW 6 pot diesels are the best daily drivers you can get. I also own an Audi A4 B5 1.8T which was my last daily which was fine, probably more fun to drive than the BMW because of its weight and fun engine but definitely not fuel eficcient. BMW gets well over 45MPG while the Audi is stuggling to get 25-30.... And has 100hp less lol

[@sheffield121121]

I have 430d x drive. I don’t go crazy. My mpg is 31. Makes no sense lol

[@Manoah.]

@@sheffield121121 Tuned? I mean, a chiptune does make a car a lot more efficient. I am not lying about the 45MPG. When I am on the highway the meter sometimes goes down to like 4,5-5 liters per 100km, which would be 20km/l or roughly 50mpg

[@ThrottleBody]

@@sheffield121121depends what you’re mileage looks like. I have a stage one 392 330d, 320bhp and I average 47.1mpg over the first 1000 miles. 70% motorway, 30% town

[@monkeyportions1722]

I had an E46 330d touring years ago and got 60+mpg over about 120 miles. Had my dog in the back the whole time so was driving super steady, brilliant cars! Upgraded to an e61 530d ten years newer and could barely hold 40mpg

[@matty135simpson]

Ive had my touring for a few months now and absolutely love it

[@channelsibley]

The 3.0 diesel from BMW has always been the best large cc diesel engine since around 2005 in every version of its engine since.

[@officially_gassed]

👊🏽

[@channelsibley]

In 2006 I had the previous model 330d with a 6 speed manual. It was awesome.

[@Biscuits645]

I've got a 2007 E90 335D. It's a brilliant car, soon to be remapped, DPF delete and swirl flap delete.

[@NeLeVoMR]

Your review is v accurate mate , i had a 330d mapped and was a great all rounder ! I found once tuned fuel was great & 3rd gear pulls like mad !

[@sohale745]

Excellent choice,Jamie,i own 2008 330d sport,&2007 335i e93 sport i absolutely love them & give them a good tear down,1 330d is dct,& 335i is manual.

[@gabrielzeizer]

I’ve got a 320d xDrive 2014 (F30) and I’m in love with this car, it has less power than the 335d, but as a daily, 184hp is enough for me, and it does 60 uk mpg (or 4.8l/100) average and 0-60 in 7s (Also, the insurance is not too expensive because it’s a 2000cc) I can’t stop recommending it

[@homefixprohomefixpro2910]

I have the same but 16 reg. I managed to get 234bhp of a stage 1 engine remap and performance air-filter swap. Dynod as well to back it up the figures. You shouldn't definitely try it. Did a gearbox remap after that and it's honestly now a totally different car. Total cost less than £1K

[@gabrielzeizer]

@@homefixprohomefixpro2910 I can’t reprogram my gearbox because it’s the manual gearbox version But yes I was thinking about doing the stage 1 but I’m not sure if it’s a good idea because it has 175’000km (109’000 miles)

[@LandscapesDronescapes]

I had one of these stage one at 380bhp and there wasn’t a lot it struggled against. All weather launch beast sub 4 seconds to 60 and 50+mpg

[@joelamosun9341]

These cars awesome. Awesome! My only worry is the timing chain scenario on these engines. I know regular servicing even prior to the recommended intervals does help i e. every 6000 miles. Then the usual dpf, egr delete and so on. It will be nice to know peoples experiences with these engines especially at high mileages. Brilliant engines though. To do 4 secs to 60 and 40mpg on average is just superb!

[@alirezazadeh]

There’s no issue with the timing chain on the 3L diesels tbh it’s more the 320d’s

[@joelamosun9341]

@@alirezazadeh Maybe, but regular servicing is absolutely necessary. Even more frequent than manufacturer's recommendations. Like every 6k miles will do the six cylinder diesels a lot of good. Especially when you do a remap.

[@Tots_on_smoke]

Perfect daily, family car, performance car, really good all rounders. Jaime my one year old son even watches your vids with me. He loves it when you do the sound checks n the cars rev up their engines lol.

[@JP_RS6]

After watching the B8 RS4 video, I went and got myself a 64 Plate V8 RS4, swapped my cupra 290 for it and it's my ultimate family daily. 444HP, 430nm Torque, 8250rpm, 7 speed DSG, 0-60 in 4.2 seconds (faster than stated and insane for a 1800kg wagon). Can get the family and the dog in and it's such a good drive, so comfy with V8 noises!!! Love the 335d and I definitely ain't getting 40 to the gallon but would pick the RS4 all day long hahaha, its impressive this 335d does the same 0-60 as mine with 130hp less!

[@mikey_bb]

Jamie's car isn't a 335i...it's a 335d

[@JP_RS6]

@@mikey_bb yeah mistype. Thanks

[@simondrew7346]

BMW fast tourers are great fun - love the 335d and the new 340i touring 👍🏻

[@AlexJH1]

Nice vid. Got a white 335 touring myself, absolutely love it.

[@Like500Nuns]

I've got one of these, the suspension is so strange like you said, AC Snitzer springs are what everyone recommends but I've ran eibach on other BMW's and they've been amazing. Speed wise, I think for a daily it's more than enough, unless you're on constantly empty roads, dust 90% of cars off the lights and overtaking is easy. Suspension is the only thing that lets this down in the corners a bit, but it does make you want to just woft around everywhere

[@mlgboy1]

When you are talking about hard hits from the suspoension then its likely that that will be from the run flat tyres. Get rid of them quickly. My 335D runs MSP4's and the difference from run flats is night and day. Run flats are the main reason why there are so many damaged rims on BMW's as there is so much energy from rough road surfaces passed straight to the rims because the run flat side walls are so hard. The soft suspension, if you dont have adaptive suspension, is due to the xe springs fitted which do make the ride a bit floaty from what I hear in the forums. My advice to anyone looking for one of these, if you can find it, is to go for the adaptive. I cant wait to see what you have in store for the car and your future plans.

[@Piglife101]

A mate in work bought one of these a few weeks ago but not the X drive. Took me around the industrial estate, I was in tears laughing, so unexpected for a family wagon to be squirming up the road at the speed he was doing 🫣😂 fell in love with it, great cars

[@rtwentysix]

Haha the pothole example is spot on 😂 i found h&rs helped a tad and have heard rear subframe mount inserts make a huge difference on that. I have this yet to do! Along with the m135i arb

[@mvx.3831]

With sport plus it turns traction off but keeps stability on so it goes to kick out but won’t I’ve got a 2013 1 series and if you hold down the traction control button for something like 5 seconds it becomes a bit more playful loving the content keep it up 👌

[@35dd]

Holding the dtc button long enough disables the traction control completely on my e90

[@timbob1145]

Cheers for the review and insight dude, congrats on the car, getting mine tomorrow hopefully... Had a 330d a few years back, I know you know how excited I am for tomo. 👍

[@longfoot72]

I wanted a 335 estate myself but the prices are crazy atm. I ended getting the 3 series GT 335d. I know it’s a bit of an acquired taste, but it has more boot space than the estate and more passenger space too

[@jankees4037]

BMW's shouldn't be bought for practicality. They are sport and steering machines to enjoy and smile.XP

[@hello7533]

Hope youre going with GKR for the tuning. Also, im 99% sure they do have a launch control

[@fasteddy664]

Sport+ turns off traction control and enables dyanmic stability control which is basically a bit more leary but will still help you. You can turn it off altogther with the traction control button. Apply xdelete and you can have RWD.

[@masturone8257]

Helluva pick for a daily. Awesome ride. Grats I know ur gonnareally enjoy it.

[@ccSpawny]

Jamie it has proper launch control no need to brake boost it

[@deanp127]

I’ve had a 330d but now got an SQ5. Best car I’ve had.

[@fathead1968]

I love mine. 400hp map and gearbox map, awesome!

[@benjyholmes1]

Sport mode plus , traction off , break on smash accelerator = full send 🙌🏻

[@Nisar2878]

Sports + turns traction control off, but stability control stays on. And the pot whole issue is down to using run flat tyres.change the tyres and feel the difference in the drive.Its literally night and day difference.

[@newshot5110]

I've got an F30 320d with stage 1 and to me it's the ultimate daily lol.That 335 must be insane, turbo diesels have addicting torque...

[@denzek8999]

Just a tip😊 your car has launch control, you need to put the car in sport + and the gear box to Manuel. Then just as usual floor the accelerator and the brake to activate

[@nZoot]

I got a black with black interior(wanted red) e91 335d m sport jamie im so glad to have got the estate, theres a lot of space in it man. 379bhp and torque limited. Shit takes off like an aeroplane to a 180mph and loves skids (has a dtc fault)😂 id keep an eye out for an estate still if i were you!

[@rofreddyharris]

I daily a stage 2 330d x,they do have launch control, gearbox over to sport,select sport+, hard on the brake & the loud pedal & away......... gearbox tune improves it quite a bit 👌

[@BigMattRob]

The way u explained it feeling fast when it first kicks down but trying to speed it doesn’t. That just described my LS400 perfectly 🤣 i know exactly what u mean

[@catherinemcneill9804]

Before I even watch, I’ve been waiting for this video since it went in for work done. 😊

[@fmills4831]

My dad has this and it is a true beast of a car 👌

[@Buck3366]

From someone who drives 1000+ bhp cars I’d say a “Not Bad” in terms of performance is very commendable. Be nice to see you do a test in that MG4 EV X Power. 435 bhp EV for 35grand is enough to peak anyones interest even just to give it a launch.

[@officially_gassed]

Ev 🤢

[@Buck3366]

@@officially_gassed I know I know I’ll hand in my petrolhead keys now 🤣🤣

[@JP_RS6]

​@@Buck3366There's no denying EV's are quick! They just don't seem to have the drama or character that ICE engines have. I guess that's what makes us petrolheads lol. Love my 4.2L V8, though the planet surely doesn't. Hopefully they get that synthetic fuel off to £2 a litre by 2030 and I'll happily pay for it to keep my German muscle on the road!

[@Buck3366]

@@JP_RS6 Amen. I’ve never set foot in an EV but that MG is crazy for the price and could sway some people at the power on offer for the price.

[@JP_RS6]

@@Buck3366 I've been in a model 3 Dual motor and it's quick up to 60 and 100mph. But it's just quick, not exciting or anything. My only response was "that's quick". Mines nearly as fast but the reaction I usually get is "that's sick, so fast and the noise is immense!" Lol. I wouldn't swap it for an EV, I got mine for £25k at 8 years old and 71k on the clock. Still looks brand new and I got a 444HP V8 AWD estate. A lot of power and practicality for the familynat a bargain price. The only issues are the fuel costs at 25mpg on average and the £625 a year road tax.... So worth it though lol

[@richallum8767]

Ive just bought a 335d wagon today, and I can't wait to really get to use it. Coming from a B8 RS4, im curious to see how it compares.

[@SKsFinestHour]

have a 335d m sport with adaptive suspension, schnitzer springs and stage 1 remap to nearly 400bhp. More than just a daily - its an M3 undercover without the additional maintenance involved!

[@shaunthomas9143]

How is Jamie not at a million subs yet been here since day one first ever video we are shit we should of had him at a million by now

[@iRaveBootman]

I drove a 435d and was impressed by it. When looking fir a daily i looled into a 335 and got put off by a lot of transfer box issues. I opted for a a6 272ps. Have a run against a 335d didn pull as hard against me as i had thought. Lovely cars though but i suppose it depends on how big your knackers are as im not scared of putting mine against anything even if it does understerr a Lot

[@commantrosexetlos4700]

You buy an audi for more reliability?🤣 They are a damn nightmare ..never ever again audi

[@iRaveBootman]

@@commantrosexetlos4700 well its luck of the draw with most cars tbh. Ive known people have audis and had a few problems, yet i have mates that have them and they have been bullet proof! Same goes for most brands, cars nowadays arent made to be reliable lol nothing like the old PD engines or old Hdi diesels. I have nothing against BMW’s at all or any other cars for that matter. Its each to their own on what they prefer and we all take a risk in buying cars when it comes to reliability

[@commantrosexetlos4700]

@@iRaveBootman we love cars not companies ..but reliability it's the most demanding thing..audis have a serius problem to solved..its the worst car company by far on reliability ..it seems only the top engine spec are reliable ..but to find a reliable petrol engine now its a pain in the ass..only amg v8 of 2014 or 4.0l v8 of merc are very reliable ..audi rs line it's a mess reliability wise..m power too before 2020...diesel engines are unbeatable unfortunately

[@mattwilliams1479]

I have an 2010 e92 330d 6sp manual mapped to 310bhp n 620nm...to this day it puts a smile on my face n still hangs wiv a lot of stuff...i use my 2021 hyabusa for the really fast stuff tho lol

[@StandardStanden]

You need to shift the automatic gear in to manual / sport shift mode and press sport plus to get the full power, thought any car enthusiast would know that to be honest 😂

[@dandean3871]

I nearly spat out my coffee at youre hitting a pothole demo 😂😂 epic as always geezer

[@cameroncalvert6657]

get hybrid turbos uprated fuel pump intercooler dpf off etc! I've got one atm stage 2, sunday getting hybrid turbos fit. Can't wait to see what you do with this

[@hello7533]

What power you aiming for with the hybrids and who you got tuning it?

[@cameroncalvert6657]

@@hello7533 not wanting more than 500bhp tbh. And RS Tuning Leeds

[@cameroncalvert6657]

@@hello7533 Sorry small turbo not hybrid, got new core for small turbo, only hybrid is the large one. I think realistically I'll see like 470bhp or so. Don't want to get into changing valve springs and other supporting mods. I put a lot of miles onto my car so don't want it going bang. It's plenty fast as it is 410bbhp and 800nm, just want that bit more. Mate of mine is running around 600bhp i believe with nos. Also done by RS Tuning

[@nathanscaddan2297]

@@cameroncalvert6657 Got any dragy times in current state of tune, be good to see what difference the hybrids make 🙂

[@cameroncalvert6657]

@@nathanscaddan2297 I don’t unfortunately I’m getting a dragy but will already have hybrid and tune on by the time I get it

[@tsport4763]

Commented on your video the other week when you revealed this saying I was getting a e9x 335d for a family car finally got a e90 msport 335d couldn’t find a touring in the spec I wanted either but loving it so far 🤟🏻

[@DanSargeant-420]

This is the reason i love diesel's because of the low down torque amazing fuel economy and still family/ daily car ,i will say though i do love petrol cars for the sound and the drivability rev matching and full send through Mexico back lanes 😁💯 , great video jamie 👍👊

[@samwilliamsgolf]

Had one of these a little while ago, decent grunt with a stage 1 remap, lacks a bit of excitement and feel, but an absolutely top tier mileage muncher. Got bored of it after about 24 months so swapped it for something a bit quicker but over about 40k miles couldn't fault it at all.

[@MrHarryFTW]

I've had an XDrive 330d for about 3 weeks now so same suspension, I think the crashiness isn't helped by run flats! Buying a house in a few weeks so I can't sort it just yet, needs a set of bilsteins and eibachs to really sort it

[@ZebsCarDetailing]

Think we should do a drag race against my 640D M Sport coupe.

[@thepharcyde8285]

I think it will be very even race as 335d =640d.

[@ZebsCarDetailing]

@@thepharcyde8285 640D has more torque of 630NM and 313BHP compared to the 335D. Will be a good drag race on how to see the technology from both cars. Hope OG will arrange a draggy.

[@thepharcyde8285]

@@ZebsCarDetailing Mate I don't think you understand what I am saying :) You have the very same n57 engine with the very same turbos as the 335d. The only difference would be the weight. Back in the day I didn't want to spend money for 335d so I bought f30 330d rwd and remapped it as well as gearbox tune- 335hp and 670 nm. I can only imagine would mapped 335d or if you like 640d would look like.

[@ZebsCarDetailing]

@@thepharcyde8285 I know what you mean. I’m still keen to do a drag race.

[@thepharcyde8285]

@@ZebsCarDetailing Fair enough. Had a look in your channel your car looks really nice I doesn't look dated at all which year it is? Back in the day the only good polish product I knew was the 3M with only 3 types. Now they have 6 or 7 which is crazy.

[@rickytan3585]

Need to take it to GKR for some real tuning Jamie. Glen's a wizard known for the bm diesels. Avoid dms

[@S.wilson911]

Have it in sports plus, flick it into manual, hit the brake and floor the accelerator including the kickdown to give you launch control. I’ve had 2 of these now. The coupe I left standard but my touring is about 400bhp with the stage 3 gearbox map. The difference is huge. The 435d would runout steam at 80mph but the 335d gets a second wind at 80 and keeps pulling like a train past 150 ( on a private runway 😬 ) still haven’t had a chance to dragy it. BMW put SE suspension on it which is boatish. I’ve got the Eibach lowing springs on and it’s still not good in the corners. So I’m looking forward to seeing how you sort the suspension and exhaust.

[@83craigshag]

I have the same setup .... Its the way to go!

[@ep3217]

Best colour hope your going to do a build on this . Keep looking at these myself

[@atw4l690]

What a car, looking forward seeing the progress!!

[@AMXBummerz]

I have a shadow edition 335d x drive 2018 facelift model; I’ve never had a golf R gap me I find it’s more 3L petrol sports cars or 5 pots like the RS3 that gap but there’s not much in it. But from a light 9 times out of 10 you will beat a 140i, m4 etc to 60 in anything other than absolutely none dry weather. They are a fantastic especially to say it’s a diesel. I regularly get 40-50mpg worst I’ve ever had being 34 on a short blast. I think bar a Tesla model S would be hard to find a comparable all rounder. They do have launch control which if used properly is fast than break boosting in my opinion but you have to wait 15 minutes in between uses and it has to be up to temp. You have to put the gearbox in sport (left) and engine in sports + press as hard as possible on the break peddle, then plant your right foot till you see flags on your dashboard with the words launch control active then realise the brake and part time is upon you 🎉😂 I am running pilot sport 4 tyres; I’ve tried potenza’s, and ps4s tyres and have found 4s are the best. Be warned they eat tyres with all that torque

[@TheBang911]

I’ve got a 2017 335d touring xdrive remapped and it goes well. Lol not specced as nice as yours through Good review I agree with the points you’ve mentioned. I’ll be following this closely incase you go on a mad one and take this to new heights lol. (I wouldn’t put it past you) lol There is launch control by the way. Put it in sport plus, put the gearbox in sports too by flicking the gear lever to the left. Foot down hard on the break and accelerator all way down beyond the kick down button and it’ll initiate launch. You know the rest 😉 Have fun with that bro. Be careful with the diff though lol 😂

[@DIZZYDAZZLER2011]

I have an f31 335d xdrive touring and I am warming to it. I had an E91 330d touring for 6 years but the F31 is not a massive jump in performance and feel as the electric steering in the F31 feels rubbish!!! Please talk me into keeping it!!

[@garywebster6453]

I run a m140i and used to have a mapped 330d, they're a pretty competent car, and the 3.0 diesel is a nice lump.

[@NatDIY25]

I have this exact car but with an NVM stage 2 package which included H&R lowering springs. Pushing 400bhp and 800nm. Its more than enough power. Have to agree though the suspension is comfortable until you hit a pothole. Found myself constantly scanning the road for them 😢

[@TheRedman1981]

What did it cost for stage 2 mate?

[@eatdahl]

Get bilstein dampers put on. And you will see what a beast the car becomes. Motech fitted mine

[@eatdahl]

@@derekporter66 speak to Unicorn Motordevelopments, to do a proper job its £1900, stage 3, map, xhp3 gearbox tune and bigger intercooler.

[@eatdahl]

@@derekporter66 0-60 in 3.6 seconds, 1/4 miles in 11.9/12.0, faster than rs3 and a45s

[@eatdahl]

@@derekporter66 yh but thats a dumb comment, when the 335d is tuned its same power as rs3 and a45 and it beats em

[@deanpedley]

Glad you are liking the 35d m8 I love mine,very smooth power they don't feel fast like an hot hatch does, until you look down at speedo lol Map it and it keeps you pinned in the seat with the big lump of torque

[@JD2ndcity]

Are you putting the transmission into sport too? If not do that along with sport plus.

[@AndyPandyFlyTying]

Just wait until you tune it, mine is running 3.6 0-60 and 11.8 1/4 mile.

[@williamoakes664]

Should have subbed ages ago, done now 👍….summed up the diesel feeling brilliantly….although I should add I have a modified 330d touring running 329bhp and believe it to be the better car as it’s the less practical but more ultimate Bmw driving from the rear only (I have a set of winter / snow wheels for winter and it performs brilliantly) I trek up and down the country visiting suppliers for work in it, what a weapon and the torque you speak of means I haven’t lost to a Tesla yet! 😂 “toast a Tesla 🙋‍♂️” Can’t think of an all round faster more versatile and efficient car…love it…just needs an lsd from birds. Oh and change the oil every 7k to avoid crank and timing chain issues

[@NaapurinEki]

I highly recommend you getting catless downpipe and tune and also xhp stage 3 that will really wake up your F30!

[@HH-uv4iw]

Sport + is traction half off. You. Need to hold the traction button above the sports button to fully turn it off

[@UpsideD0wn]

X Drive: 🙅‍♂ Great car Jamie definitely the ultimate daily, can't wait to see more power in this car

[@bpheta]

Put it in sports +, sport transmission, press and hold traction control till DSC goes off than boost and hold till 3grand rpm and see what it does.

[@arronlowley5659]

its a shame the car market is still crazy, i really do want a 335d estate, perfect daily as you say. but they cost a fortune.