RIP Every Luxury Performance Sedan! 2023 BMW M340i just got the biggest upgrade ever. Review.

[@SamCarLegion]

If I hadn’t found my M3 with low kms. I would have bought one of these.😊

[@blazinmark1]

I literally did the opposite but with a 5-Series lol. I wanted an M5, but it was too harsh for daily driving in NYC… So I ended up with a 2021 M550i 😊 I love it!

[@SamCarLegion]

@@blazinmark1 M550i is superb

[@blazinmark1]

@@SamCarLegion I watched your M550i review, and I agree with it completely. (Not looking forward to the redesign, if it look’s anything like the new 7, then it’s a hard pass from me)

[@chrisginoc]

@@blazinmark1 Very good call. People get so caught up in the having to get an M3 or M5 that they forget the daily driving of a full M car.

[@SplashbrosGS]

@@chrisginoc m5 def stiff and you feel the road much more but you will forget about it once you push down all that 617 hp while realizing almost no cars can match stock to stock with an m5 unless is a 911 turbo and more exotic sports cars

[@Plushking185]

This is the ultimate dad machine. I have a 22 M340i and absolutely adore it. Perfect for hauling the family around it and a bit of fun when I’m by myself. My commute is actually enjoyable, thanks to the Driver Assistant Pro package. Hell of a machine. BMW’s got a hell of an engine with the B58. Classic in the making.

[@stanborisov9421]

Would it be the ultimate son machine? The dad machine has to be the M5!

[@openranks4519]

Nah, M5 and 911

[@openranks4519]

A 3 series is for women/a wife😂

[@Plushking185]

@@stanborisov9421 I don't know. I can easily afford a M5 or M3 but went with this because of the price to performance ratio and the fact that it's insanely fast for a daily. I'm not tracking thee things enough to warrant a proper M. Might consider M5 next time around but I don't see myself replacing it for a few years.

[@saqu3197]

@@Plushking185 legit actual question what do you do to afford a bmw m340i

[@Ruxl21]

Got this car in 2019 and couldn’t be happier. 3 years later still the best daily option. I prefer the smaller screen with buttons.

[@beans2605]

Preset buttons are hard to beat

[@awaisakram8573]

Does the 2019 have the b58?

[@samuelfreericks168]

@@awaisakram8573theres a 2019 330i but to my knowledge no there’s not 2019 m340i they came out in 2020

[@lorenzoconte4699]

@@samuelfreericks168 it came out in 2019

[@sirpamplemousse9797]

I have my own M440i pre LCI with smaller screen and also new 320D Touring as a company vehicle. I must say I love both cars and both screens make sense. I am glad the faster car has a smaller screen, because it is much less distracting for a focused sportier driving, but normal commuting with weaker 320D, the big screen and tech are fine. So for anyone wanting to buy an M340i, I would go for an older model again.)

[@lastpally]

I bought a 2020 m340i. Love it! Sporty when I want and efficient when I need. Average 36mpg on the highway in Miami/palm beach traffic

[@SamCarLegion]

Thanks for sharing!

[@avis1978]

No way you averaging 36 mpg on it. That's like 1 liter to 15 km. That's like an honda civic fuel consumption. You need to drive like an old lady doing 60mph all the time on cruise control, and that takes all the logic of buying an M340i.

[@lastpally]

@@avis1978 I’m not lying man. Engine rpms at 75mph is like 1.5k. I just came from a 2018 civic Si where I was averaging 41mpg on the highway. Just use a light throttle, eco pro and coast a lot.

[@lastpally]

@@SamCarLegion thanks for the videos!

[@avis1978]

@@lastpally if you say so. Sam average 19mpg. That ×2 then what you say. That's more then i average in my 🐖 stinger, and i drive fast all the time. 90-100 mph on the hwy when ever i can.

[@F80mthree]

If anyone is in love with this car but can’t quite justify financing one or whatever the case is. Look into the older gen 340i. Preferably an m sport. You can’t go wrong with the b58 in the sedan. Can make big power with less than $2k mods.

[@TodorKatsarski]

Also one HUGE advantage over the M3 - the front doesn't look hideous! The M340i looks properly good! Kudos for keeping the nice looks!

[@BigPaPaRu]

Thats subjective, I think both cars look great. The M3/4 has a beautiful front end.

[@levelupprotocol]

Thank GOD they changed that hideous front grill from the year before. BMW really has no idea what they are doing with design.

[@OneTwoThreePunch]

The M3 grill has grown on me, but maybe because my 2023 comp is on its way from Germany now 😜

[@G82Watts]

New grilles make the old ones look old i love them. Even better with an adro,vorstiener,or csl grille

[@davidh2732]

I bought a 21 M340i. Personally disagree with the new front end looking more aggressive. The changes aren’t bad but the notches under the headlights were removed. It completely changes the look in my opinion because it used to look unique. The diffuser I think feels completely out of place unless you’re buying black and it all blends in. The lack of buttons and gear shifter crosses the line of practicality vs minimalist. Overall, it’s nice but I’m glad i got the pre-LCI

[@VictorEstrada]

The removal of the shifter is a HUGE disappointment:(

[@Kaiju007]

Old shifter can be retrofitted and vice versa!

[@VictorEstrada]

@@Kaiju007 yeah but still, it's a disappointing move, being an M car and all, it really takes the joy of driving. I would rather them take the steering wheel paddles away than the shifter. It's like them making room for you to put your purse there.

[@Kaiju007]

@@VictorEstrada would have liked a smaller flatter one like Audi. But in the end of the day people will get over it.

[@linsanity6550]

Pre-LCI all the way mennn

[@drivescene6747]

The reigning king of this segment. B58+ZF8= perfection

[@SamCarLegion]

Agreed

[@Wicked_RotF30]

The N55+ZF8 were also great together…just saying.

[@nicholaslong3010]

I feel like xdrive also makes it’s a cheat code.

[@drivescene6747]

@@nicholaslong3010 that’s a huge factor. I remember a few years ago the RS7 was dominating drag races against the M5/M6 Gran Coupe and the E63/CLS AMG because of its Quattro AWD

[@Bebopin-69]

I have to disagree: b58+ M4-6 speed would be even more fun if you accept to conseed 2-3 tenths to 100kph

[@angizze]

I just bought my 2023 M340i, because of this review, so far the only down side in my car is it didn't come with the heads up display and no remote start unless I pay the extra $300, which that is not an issue I just wish it came with it pre-installed. Overall the power it has is mind blowing to the point I do not notice going 90+ mph in comfort mode. the sudden exhaust backfire sounds when you put it in sports + is a big +++

[@JoiceVaderd]

BMW has always been like that and I love it. In my '01 330i and '10 328i XDrive, you can be going 90+ mph and feel like you're just gliding. Car doesn't feel like it's pushing so hard. Absolutely love these cars.

[@kiingkay]

Damn. For the amount of money they want for this bad boy, I thought it would have remote start smh. I feel like that should be included already

[@colinsmith9849]

The "hockey stick" is called a Hofmeister kink and is one of the traditional design feature of a BMW 3 series - it is all over the car too

[@Shaggy12321]

Brilliant review! I love how you mention how it can do everything to a really high level (which is why i'm buying one), the supposed direct competitors to this are the Audi S4 and Merc C43 AMG, which are both not only slower, less tech-packed, but also cost more... which doesn't make them competitors. This car is closer in performance to the RS4 and C63, both of which cost significantly more than this. This car can go from feeling like a comfortable, quiet, smooth 5-series, to suddenly feeling like an M3 performance car in the flick of a switch, all whilst averaging over 35mpg which is insane. They could charge 20% more for this car and it'd still sell loads.

[@SamCarLegion]

Unbeatable

[@-matthew]

the s4 and c43 are also getting replaced next year…you’re comparing a new car to cars that have been out since 2015…

[@michaelscurr9046]

I drive a 1M. I found the s4 2 be a bit sloppy like grandma. I drove an rs3 grey one. I couldn’t get rid of it quick enough when I found my current bmw.

[@-matthew]

@@michaelscurr9046 i mean you’re also comparing one of the best handling coupe cars in the world to 2 family sedans, of course the 1m will handle way better. fantastic car

[@michaelscurr9046]

You are right I was just having a poke. Can’t wait 2 have a drive of the new M2 when they arrive in 0Z.

[@imzystackaveli4050]

Ordered one in Brooklyn grey, expecting it around march. Very dope car!!

[@FrankJo]

Honestly the front headlights looks like every other car now. I remember my 335is had the angel eyes halo look, and that was a huge flex. I don't know if it's due to me being older now 44, but I feel like you really experience the drive with it being manual. That huge wide screen monitor iPad has to go. Besides that, the car looks pretty cool!

[@mgjunior3998]

2023 Supra will have manual but yes a manual would’ve been great

[@oni5909]

grill looks atrocious tho

[@truthurts704]

@@oni5909 it's very acceptable especially among the other BMW's

[@aliibn-muhammadal-sharif8568]

Thank the Lord you are not a car designer!

[@oni5909]

@@truthurts704 no the last good looking bmw that was actually a bmw is probably the e46 m3 and e39 m5

[@oliversun5968]

The big iPad curve screen is a deal breaker to me. If with the previous gen interior and the new exterior, this car would be perfect.

[@305Nick]

I can get used to the curved screen. But them removing the actual shifter fuc*ing blows!!1 like seriously bmw wtf

[@ErM340]

M340i is such a great daily car with tremendous of power for everyday driving, spirited driving on country roads and fast autobahn drives. Interior is much better than F30, G20 interior is pretty much matched to 5 series. I would not change pre LCI 2022 for this new one because: 1) rear diffusor 2) imo worse idrive and screens 3) delete of gear shifter Ok maybe front end looks better but the rest....nah.

[@jrlane567]

I think its quiet funny how he starts off with it has biggest upgrades from last year..then states the brakes are different. I don’t think the brakes changed unless it has the cooling performance package. Then when he gets inside he talks about removal of the gear shifter and how climate controls are not as easy. I was waiting for the upgrade the whole time. M340i is a beast though

[@ErM340]

@@jrlane567 Well, he has to say something. M340i is a great car no matter it's pre LCI or LCI. Technical changes on engine, brakes, steering, chassis are none so basically it's a choice of slightly changed exterior look and new infotainment. Maybe if there are changes on suspensions, maybe 245 front tires with "ZTK" package or some "M3" tweaks I would go for LCI.

[@MrE.888]

Everyone forgets the "daily car" part and skips straight to "hurr durr, why didnt you get the M4 CSL, loser"

[@skar9975]

I got the 2021. I think it looks better. This new one has too much gloss black plastic in the front , will look horrible when it gets chipped. The shifter missing, maybe not bad for right hand drive as I have in the U.K. as it’s difficult getting the cup out, plus keep pulling the shifter out of manual, which is not an issue with left hand drive. I hate the fake diffuser at the back of the new one.

[@sbusisozulu995]

Very nicely shot video. One of the best I have seen of the LCI actually. Brilliant. Just on the M mirrors. They fit very well here. They do nothing for performance its an aesthetic detail. Yes first was exclusive on M cars and now on M Performance cars. It’s just mirrors!

[@e46m54nissansr20937]

The M340i is everything that my sports sedan wants to be.

[@SplashbrosGS]

Until you drive a m5

[@ndenkha]

I agree with you on losing the shift knob, replacing it with buttons is just cheap and ugly. There's a certain beauty with a shift knob in a car, and much easier to use that stupid buttons.

[@areufkingkiddingme]

Actually it has a shift knob now it used to be more of a shift handle

[@Areku06]

I like LCI m340i, you are right. S4 tried to beat, Mercedes C43 tried. None can compare because of that engine, drivetrain is perfect.

[@SamCarLegion]

Agreed

[@drivescene6747]

Funny thing is, the S4 essentially created this segment, Mercedes was top dawg from 2016-2018 then BMW came in 2019 with the M340i and the rest is history.

[@Areku06]

@@drivescene6747 actually it was bmw e30.

[@brutallygwapo9597]

im liking the exterior facelift but i like the previous interior better. but i agree about the new stupidly designed shifter

[@dpro5321]

Pro tip for the viewers: Disregard sam telling you not to black out the M340i emblem. 100% black it out on trims without chrome exterior pieces. If it's the only chrome on the car, it's out of place.

[@carlosgiovanetty3123]

I bought the blackout letter for my 330e and was waiting to do it…..until he said, don’t do it. I blacked them out before I finished seeing the end of this video!!!

[@madpistol]

Traded in my '21 M340i for a '22 M440i Gran Coupe. I just can't get enough of the B58 + ZF 8-speed. It's such an amazing powertrain.

[@SamCarLegion]

Couldn't agree more!

[@porschegt2346]

My tuned X3 M40i is a beast! B58+Zf is my favorite combo right under our Porsches Pdk.

[@e46m54nissansr20937]

What made you want to move to the gran coupe’ body style? I love both

[@TheBreakfastLover]

No question the M340i is the top dog of its segment. But it'll never shake the public perception of being second fiddle to the M3. Always the bridesmaid, never the bride.

[@drivescene6747]

That’s the entire point of this car lol. It’s a replacement to the old 335i. This is the mid tier model between the 330i and the M3, same as the old 335i was the best/fastest 3 series that wasn’t an M3.

[@biddyboy1570]

Ahh the internet, so full of opinions. What do you drive BreakfastLover.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@drivescene6747 that's exactly the point, to many the perception would be, "nice car, but why didn't you get an M3?" And it's worth noting a 330i with the M-sport package looks virtually identical to an M340i.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@biddyboy1570 that's irrelevant but I drive a RS5 Sportback.

[@drivescene6747]

@@TheBreakfastLover fair point. In my observation it seems the cars in this segment were intended to be sleepers, so the M340i looks like a 330i, the C43 looks like a C300 and the S4 looks like an A4 with slight differences here and there. I think these cars were meant to fly under the radar…….really quickly lol.

[@Imunderpar4win]

I have 2016 340 xdrive with 100k miles - I love it

[@isserdigan2835]

Boy. You really floored that car. I get like 30 MPG on a bad day. 35 MPG if I am driving conservatively.

[@Screaming-Trees]

I looked far and wide for a sports car and finally came around to the answer that was staring me in the face all along I just didn't see it. This thing. It's a sport car with four doors and a big boot that you can live with day to day and on a road trip it's a lot of fun plus driver assists are fantastic if you have to hit the motorway. Like you said you can't beat this. If you want to tune it, it's there. The mild hybrid drive will also get you great fuel economy (40mpg isn't unheard of on the motorway). Best of all you don't need to compromise. With a sports car it's always a compromise. It's two door or not enough boot space or whatever it is. Anyway, seriously impressive.

[@lawabiding2576]

Hey Sam! Thanks for the awesome review. I ordered one of these with the same specs. Right down to the anniversary badges! Traded in my Stinger GT1 AWD, which was a respectable car. The M340i should be on another level.

[@SamCarLegion]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@CrunchyBlack_386]

Do you still own it?

[@moescolla]

I agree.. bmw should’ve left the shift knob in their smaller line ups. ex 2, 3 series They could have upgraded the shift knob from 2022 Nevertheless we’ll get use to it because the car is fabulous

[@305Nick]

nah f that. I like resting my hand on it & sometimes using it for manual shifting. Glad i didn't wait for LCI

[@leecook7904]

Exterior looks fantastic. Motor is solid. Interior is a no go. Audi is going this direction too but at least they are keeping a more traditional shifter….for now. I want something newer (I have tuned b9 s4) but for some reason everyone is going touch screen minimal interior and for me (45yo Yank) it’s all a bit too much. Maybe I’ll buy 69’s -90’s car and make a resto mod. All that said, I do like the looks and performance of tbis car. Amazing.

[@bvri9956]

Absolutely incredible review! I subscribed based off of the structure of your video and how informative it is - not to mention the quality! However…I blacked out my badges! I believe it adds a nice, aggressive touch

[@ali-jq2xg]

Just picked up the same car and it’s amazing in every way! Very happy with my purchase

[@SamCarLegion]

Great to hear!

[@ManuelMannyVerdugo]

Has anyone really compared this to the X3 M40i? I sold my 2015 435 Xdrive Gran coupe which I really regret selling. However, our Canadian winters make it a challenge to enjoy especially on roads with deep crusty snow in residential/industrial areas. I'm on the fence between the two (X3 M40i and M340i). Any personal experience out there on these two vehicles? Thanks

[@CrunchyBlack_386]

What did you end up buying?

[@steveelson2999]

Amen!! I have a 2021, it's just plain crazy fast. No one needs anything more. Great review.

[@SamCarLegion]

Right on!

[@billymania11]

For a young guy and his growing family, this model is perfect. It's faster than most other cars on the road and looks handsome. If you are single, this car could break the ice for you. My own M2 does that in spades!

[@Wicked_RotF30]

Crazy how how women claim to not be materialistic, but can’t look away from a nice BMW….

[@skidhvh]

wanted to buy a g20 m340i lci but went for 2018 M4Competition instead. 0 regrets, i love this car to death

[@kunalmore5212]

I like my 2021 m340i. It’s got an actual gear lever

[@AverageJoe84]

"Gear lever" for an auto. Meh. Rotary dials are far more luxurious and spacious

[@bledtree3297]

@@AverageJoe84 pathetic.

[@benjaminjones5484]

The hockey stick remark is actually the Hofmeister kink . it is on every 3 series .mainly the window pillars . Wilhelm Hofmeister former BMW Engineer and Division manager .

[@cpl8168]

Kinky...lol

[@cbruno12180]

The best car hands down!! In its class no match and in the states u can build a rwd one for 62k loaded nicely too

[@SamCarLegion]

Couldn't agree more!

[@cbruno12180]

@@SamCarLegion but I will say this sam the new M2 6 speed is 63k here in the states wow what a deal!! Now that gonna be the best m car for the money what ya think buddy

[@SamCarLegion]

That’s another great option too.

[@iftodesebastian2634]

Hey, Sam! May I ask you which brand is the watch you wear during the video ? Thank you

[@SamCarLegion]

Oris Aquis with Orange band

[@Belgalad_QV]

Amazing car. Almost bought it new in Germany but I went for the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio because it was actually cheaper after dealer's discount. 80-86k is the asking price atm in Germany for 2022/3 model with great spec. Last year in December I got an offer from BMW for 60k for 2021 model. Price went up 20k within a year. 80 is way to much for it since you are very close to M3 M4 territory.

[@stevemiller1626]

The Giulia handles much better than 3 series and the QV is epic. Enjoy!

[@alexphoummany5021]

I got a 21 m340i and I love it! B58 !!

[@tiktak4025]

"OHOHO THE WAY THIS THING TAKES OFF" meanwhile hyundai just casually driving past

[@seanpoore500]

Hahahaha!!!

[@italianjob4947]

Launched in reverse 🤣

[@MrE.888]

Wonder what happened to the actually footage of that part.

[@LChiuy]

Got the pre-LCI model and loved it. Lease is about to expired so about to get the new LCI next month. I definitetly fallen in love with the new looks and design. Mixed feelings about the missing climate control, but I'll deal with. One of the biggest disappointment is the shifter. I love using the shifter to place my hand on it. I'm about to just grab a pen and tape it over the new shifter just so I can have something to hold. lol

[@hg1496]

You can retrofit the m3 or pre-facelift shifter. It's plug and play and many people have done it. Getting rid of the chicken nugget!

[@jadenkumar]

@@hg1496are there any videos on how to do it? I would like to do it if I end up getting an M340

[@carlcouch8854]

Nailed it. Well done. I love my 2023 M340i...

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you

[@cavaseno]

Do you think the new M2 manual will be the same price as this or more expensive?

[@SamCarLegion]

The M2 canada will start around 73k from what I have heard

[@cavaseno]

@@SamCarLegion that’s a steal for what my expectations already are. I might have found my next car.

[@mikagsd]

Ive got a 2023 M240i xdrive that I bought used with 3,000 miles on it. This car is an absolute beast of a daily driver…0-60 in 3.6 or so…the performance at this price point is off the charts crazy.

[@dj1nnie]

@samcarlegion actually it seems BMW lied us a lot about the performance of this amazing engine. This beast actually makes around 410hp at the wheel which translates to around 440hp at the crank! Which is STOCK! It was measured on dyno in an 2022 m240i xdrive!

[@SamCarLegion]

A little secret from BMW - kind of like an easter egg 🤪

[@netarichie]

You could use a 24mm 1.4 lens to shot the inside of the car cuz that focal length didn’t help much the video

[@SamCarLegion]

I have a 24-70 - thanks for the feedback

[@lordhades9455]

It bothers me that cooled seats aren't available for a car at this price point

[@kevinbreese5739]

Agreed. My 2017 Mustang GT premium came with cooled seats @ an MSRP of $39k

[@jojodunor7508]

Saaaaaame hades, my 2016 350 Fsport has cooled seats and I never turn those things off.

Late to the party but great review as others already said. I have a fully spect M340i Touring on order and can't wait to get it 👍

[@RoastBeef5523]

Love the red and blue accents on the emblems 🔥

[@R1ckmister]

The LCI ain’t better, touch 1-8 buttons sorely missed when I took a test drive in one. Decided to buy the non LCI model because of this. Front however does look nicer, the m mirror caps though is just funny, prefer the gold/grey caps myself.

[@kevingoins4542]

Sam as I have stated in many of your videos. The B58 is the king! Nice job brother!

[@SamCarLegion]

It sure is!

[@dpro5321]

Well, S58 is king but the B58 is the next in line

[@sterlingg4595]

What color is this one? The Brooklyn grey or skyscraper?

[@Moorzo85]

“My favorite part about this car, the mirrors” tell me you don’t drive without telling me you don’t… drive

[@MindOverMatrix23]

Can you use this on real wheel drive and get the same performance?

[@dr.ptrkjc]

Shift knob looks better for a sporty car, and the display panel looks good but looks poorly incorporated to the dash.

[@ro5338]

Q) whats the colour?

[@ASK2nine]

Great. Is this colour called Dravit Grey?

[@Wicked_RotF30]

I love my F30 and will keep it forever. Just wish it had that massive screen.

[@F80mthree]

Sam make sure you slide the f80 around in the snow this season. I have a blast doing it here in Chicago. What winter tires did you go with by the way? My f80 needs a new set.

[@SamCarLegion]

Hey bud, I got Nexen Winguard Sport 2 19 Inch Staggered. I read some reviews and ratings, also 3 guys that had them, they loved them. Not the most expensive but I think i wont drive this car as much in winter since I might have press cars.

[@SamCarLegion]

The summer ones, I am definitely not cheaping out 😊😊. The rear Michelin are new, I will get new for front :)

[@mikem314]

best daily driver i have had since owning a F30 M4.

[@johnspagnoli482]

Hi Sam thankyou for the great review... I'm from Ottawa area and used to drive a 2008 335 sedan... it had great power but terribly rough ride probably due to the stock suspension and run flat summer tires it came with. I now drive a 2011 328 coupe which may not have the same power but definitely a smoother ride. Now I'm looking at 2023 M340 ...do you think speccing it out with adaptive suspension and non run flat tires would help making the rider smoother? The other vehicle I'm thinking of is the 2023 X4 any thoughts would be appreciated

[@SamCarLegion]

The ride even with adaptive suspension is smooth. The difference from normal to sport, is small. Slightly stiffer, 18% to 20%. The X4 is a larger vehicle, seating higher off the ground. The engine is the same technically. The best is to drive them, and see if you actually need or like the SUV. Cheers

[@rubinantony]

What colour is it? Looks so good

[@forty5r637]

2021 in the house. Great daily driver and a monster on the track.

[@NCF80M3]

Imagine if you could afford a real M car…. Yours doesn’t deserve the badging

[@baysidelad1]

Will the M440i xdrive get the same awesome new dash?????

[@cornelltiktok2510]

I hope I get a good price. I am looking forward to trading in my q50 2018 luxe awd for the 340i xdrive

[@stefanobordignon6661]

Which color is it ? Brooklin gray ?

[@KevinCln1]

Is this M340i in the SkyScraper Gray color... ?

[@MotoJB]

Shift knobs for an automatic...are for complete knobs. The little nugget shifter is great! Why have a huge shift knob when you don't need it? Click the nugget into drive, reverse, it's super easy! You actually appreciate that there is no clutter or a big knob in very short order. It's not a manual transmission, why need a huge knob? I love it!

[@IRaoulDuke]

Honestly this competes with the m3, doesn't make sense for BMW but good for us.

[@u3o813]

Uuuuh I love the music in the beginning!...and the car is nice too.

[@thewedge8823]

It's stunning. Makes you think why BMW would make it so competitive with the M3/M4.... They are probably cannibalizing sales of the M cars

[@cold2036]

Definitely agree with the M side mirror comment

[@sunnyvalentino]

Sam, nice car. How is the steering feedback and directness? This is a compelling car for those of us with kids but wanting a serious performance car that we can daily year round. In US only 10-12k more than Golf R, but 3 series has bad depreciation and R doesn't depreciate much here.

[@SamCarLegion]

You can’t beat it!! It’s not an M3

[@sunnyvalentino]

@@SamCarLegion thanks.

[@lawabiding2576]

The Golf R was my 1st choice when the MK8 came out. The markup was a big turn off for me. The BMW is a MUCH nicer looking car. You're correct about the resale value though...

[@sunnyvalentino]

@Law Abiding yeah man. Golf R and WRX holds their value insanely well

[@peytonponder8488]

Section should’ve been called interior downgrades not upgrades

[@triyo1089]

The only bad thing is the lack of volume and temp knobs everything else is looks better imo

[@gndesign25]

Would love to have the 21-22 M340I. Perfect sedan for daily use.

[@MashiroMartinez]

Orange Leather iPhone 14 Pro case with orange leather watch band! Excellent combination!

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you

[@roberthorsch2016]

Can you review the S4 now too

[@aavant17]

Needs more drag races 👀

[@supahottfire]

Where did you get your watch??

[@SamCarLegion]

From the shop

[@rogerfleming3165]

Great review. A true drivers car. One of the best packages BMW offer.

[@amessad]

I sold my 2021 M340 XDRIVE for an M3 g80 xdrive and .... never looked back! different solar systems!:)

[@Toymonkeyjr]

Like the multi9media display, but dislike the gauge cluster screen, should've kept with the old design

[@Pasta-Tony]

Curious to know why you wouldn't black badge it. BMW offers complete blackout on front, back, trim and exhaust.....to have chrome badging just looks silly.

[@xsavier7984]

Can you tell me what kind of watch this is?

[@SamCarLegion]

Oris Diver Watch with Orange Strap

[@cyberfredo74]

m badges everywhere is confusing with M models reducing the exclusivity , agreed

[@hibinx]

is it faster than a new m440i?

[@mp34054]

Great review and I'm amazed that you're weren't stuck in bumper to bumper on the DVP.

[@SamCarLegion]

It was one special day 😂. Usually u are right bumper to bumper

[@krahnnick]

Just bought one today! Fantastic car and review!

[@Batmanforever6969]

It’s nice, but that shift knob missing is a big turn off especially if you want to up shift or down shift when you’re tracking it. Tracking it is now completely pointless.

[@ignaciorodriguez9478]

I love my 2023 M340i!

[@oscarmj81]

That car is a beauty.

[@hdaiuto]

Would you say this is more aggressive?

[@SamCarLegion]

Defo

[@user-go5em9jn5m]

The big screen though - and no physical buttons ?? I’d prefer a 2021 or 2022 - pre-LCI

[@Rmalikk]

This or the cla45 AMG ?!?!

[@eddiea.2542]

I loved this video. So good and the vehicle is amazing.

[@coffeeblogger7441]

How long is the warranty on this BMW

[@carrier7676]

The grill on this car looks a lot better than the G8X grill! They should have given an option to have this on the M3 (instead of the hog snout).

[@salvadorgarza1595]

Stepping out of my S63 engine into the B58 was not enough to sway.. sound alone of 4.4