New BMW M340 // The 3 Series Is Back
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
- The BMW 3 Series has now been released as the 7th generation model. In North America we get the 330i and the M340 initially. The M340 now comes standard with the M Performance Package including lower ride hight, adaptive suspension, M steering, performance differential and more. The star of the show is the in-line 3.0L turbo 6-cylinder, now with 382hp and 369lb.-ft. of torque. The power goes through an 8-speed automatic to a standard AWD system. The base 330i comes with a turbo 4-cylinder with 252hp. The new M340 is the car to buy if you are an enthusiast and enjoy driving. Unfortunately there is no longer a manual transmission available in the 3 series.
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You’ve hit the nail on the head on the interior: bmw people (including me) are not looking for revolution but evolution. Keep the ergonomics as class leading as they always were and throw in the occasional feature and design element here and there - all we need.
I’ve driven this model and man does it put a smile on my face!
You can’t never go wrong with a 3 series. I almost bought a 335i when it first came out way back in 2006. Instead bought a 5 series-I regretted it....It’s such a sport luxury icon. The twin turbo inline 6 is fantastic...the best I have tried...next to the Porsche boxer 6. Love it
Got mine last week. The sexiest car i ever owned. And it has some leg on it....speed. The sound is intoxicating.
Congrats. I’m still on the fence, with the discount I negotiated I think the M340 will be the winner.
@@bluwng I got $7000 less. Lots of back and forth. New car little wiggle room to neg. price.
Sexy? It's boring like an accord
tommy d u b b s shut up you fool
@@_baller lol really u must be a bmw hater
Very nice loaded tester vehicle, only thing missing is the black shadow line and Kidney grills package. Other options that the above tested vehicle included are: Upgraded Laser LEDs, Parking Assistance professional (Parallel; perpendicular and semi-autonomous driving), Adaptive Suspension and full front Walknappa Leather dash!. Very similar build to my BMW 330 G20. Even for the 4-cylinder model, definitely enjoy driving the new G20! - Tanzanite Blue II Metallic colour awesome indeed.
Thank you Motormouth for this brilliant, simple and efficient car review, you can appreciate it. It becomes rarely to find an easy straightforward review like this. The M340i Xdrive is just an outstanding car and it is a breakthrough from the Bavarian auto maker. We are waiting enthusiastically for the M3.
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Your reviews are great. Not a lot of fluff or gimmicks. Informative and pleasantly paced.
Thanks brother!
In Los Angeles driving new 330 . Forgot what a great car it is. You get what you pay for!
Marine drive at the north shore? Perfect road to test this car! 👍🏼
Overall I think that this is the nicest 3 in a few generations. But every BMW looks best in Alpine White!
BMWs also look classy in some of the grey tones.
Had an F30 328i in Alpine white - loved the look but steering feel was weak
golfbuddy1969 looks like shit without the m sport package and it looks like total ass to me overall. Rear like a bloody Lexus, fake and ever growing kidney grilles...the 8 series and m2 are the only vehicles in the entire range are ones they got looking right.
I prefer mineral white
I like my m340i in Portimao Blue. About to dip the wheels a nice burnt copper.
Thorougly enjoyable car review.
And what a view !
This will be my next car... soon in white.
Gold standard review. Thanks Zack.
Zach, I agree with everything you said in this video. This car is incredible, but it is just TOO DAMN EXPENSIVE! My brother was recently looking at a car in this segment, and we took a look at this M340, the S5 Sportback, C43, and G70. He ended up getting the G70 because it is an amazing car, looks great IMO (esp. the rear 3/4 view), and it cost about $17K less than a similarly equipped M340! That is just absolutely ridiculous. Had price not been an object, he definitely would've went with the 340, as it was the nicest car in the segment. The reality though, is that price matters; if it didn't, he would get an M3 or something.
I have the g70 and i drove both the audi s4 and 2020 m340 i went with the g70 , i got everything that car got and more for less , g70 engine is a monster , seats look better , even the windows bottoms are aluminum, wheels both have 19 with michelin pilot sport 4s, i have brembo breaks , sport tune suspension dcc , and 8k less , less not talk about tuning just with intake and meth 500whp out of the g70.
The 340 definitely has the superior engine/performance, but I don't think it's that much better to justify a 20k premium over the G70. Also, to me, the G70 is a better looking sedan. I don't like how these luxury sedans are getting bigger and bigger. I prefer the smaller size of the G70.
BMW isn’t for poor people. Only poor people complain. 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️
@@HOTPLATEGAMING So I guess car reviewers for major publications who complain fall in the same category? You're dumb.
Ahhhhh!,! That is what I told my wife. It’s about percentages, 10% improvement in performance does not justify %25 increase in cost. Realistically we do day to day driving, low riding cars bottom out and become a pain and risk.
Just placed my G80 M3 manual order! Stoked.
I love that car but I also love the landscaping in that neighborhood, those are nice hedges, Palm Springs is jealous.
Bmw 4 years bumper to bumper and FREE oil change is why I would buy one.
Did you mean lease it?
The oil change ain't 'free.' It's baked into the price. Buy one for the engine, tranny, brakes, suspension, and ergonomics. That's why I did and that straight six engine is mighty fine.
Buy More Warranty
The Omega Planet Ocean Liquid Metal complements the car nicely. Well done and excellent review!
Close. It's the new Omega Seamaster 300M. Good eye though. Just got it
@@Motormouth... nice watch! Nice car too.
Honest and fair review. Thanks.
Did you not know that the front grill vents are active? They open and close on their own. Not "just for show."
He says 'top part'. not the entire grill.
Is this color "tanzanite blue"? Navy-like shade?
I was seriously looking at the G70 until the M340i came out.
Fantastic review, thank you!
I just can’t get over that the back end looks like Lexus.
cannot imagine the next M3 !!!
You say it jumped over the G70 and I'm sure your right but is it $15,000.00 better,that seems to price it into another class
Chico101 he just talking shit i have the g70 and test drove m340 and audi s4 if i got the g70 is cuz i liked it more price was irrelevant to me . G70 is a better car trust me also got the g70 cuz of tuning potencial car is capable of 500whp with 3 mods , intake , tune and meth try getting that power with the 340 with 3 mods .
dominicancash BMW has far more tuning potential people are already hitting over 600 Whp
@@dominicancash i prefer the G70 too, but this makes no sense. JB4 is available for the BMW too, along with intake and meth options. The BMW has been out longer and will have more tuning options. The 3.3TT in the G70 is too new to have many options beyond JB4/Lap3/Racechip
If you are opting for a buy not a lease.....G70 all the way......warranty is way better and the price tag is 20 GRAND less
That's a good point. I'll bet a lot of people lease these and then dealer sells them CPO down the road...
@Paul Lindo I think we will have to wait and see how depreciation is. Newer BMWs don't hold their value all that well either. Luxury cars in general lose value pretty quickly. What I can expect is that repair costs and parts will be significantly cheaper and that alone is the reason I chose the g70.
I agree. I can't justify paying so much more for the 3 series especially with the ridiculous gauge cluster it has. The inline 6 from BMW is actually wonderful, I'll concede that. I also have driven a 335i and was most impressed at how smooth and yet powerful that engine was. But, I've also driven a Genesis - a G80, in my case - and was impressed at how vault-like and comfortable it was going down the road, along with how easy it was to hop in and use every feature in the car.
I do plan to try out the new 3 series soon, since my lease on my IS is nearly up.
@Paul Lindo I can't really comment about the g20 platform but I just traded in my e92 lci 335. I do like the noise the BMW made but it had annoyances. Water pump went out at 40k miles, cup holder spring snapped, rear sunshade got stuck in the winter, weird electrical parasite causing battery discharge. I took good care of it and did oil changes more frequently than the suggested 15k. I traded it in with 55k miles. The f30 chassis on the other hand was such a disappointment.
Exactly i got the g70 is overall a better car .
Asian particularly Chinese like longer cars. Now we can get a 5 series length with 3, awesome!
Thanks Zack! Any plans to do a review on Giulia? Would love to see how that stacks up against this. Also, if you have driven a 330i, is there a big difference between that and this 340i?
Over 100hp
I will wait and go for new M3
got it as a company car. i get the feeling the car is capable of much more, its great but as it is but the engine feels held back maybe to keep it just behind th M3. still very enjoyable to drive
Thanks for the review. However there is really no comparison to the G70 Genesis. In the Canadian market the comparable BMW is over $20k more ( including winter tires and rims and extended warranty ) with a better warranty and probably better reliability. I have owned many BMWs and loved every one. But here there is actually no comparison. Buy the G70 and buy another new 20k$ car for someone else in the family. I have owned a G70 fo 7 months- a wonderful drive.
Love the new Seamaster 300m!
Thanks man
The key part at this video stats @ 11:22 , 49k base for a new 330i with the m340i starting at 64k.... No options and few standard features, 72K in the example here.
A top trim G70 is 58k, and the nearest competitor from there is the Q50 which starts at 52K but is in need of a refresh.
BMW may do everything a bit better than the G70 but it's not worth the 10-15K price premium they are asking.
Almost a second faster to 60, tech is all a generation ahead.
@@4ltd3l if your comparing the 4 cylinder engines sure, but the G70 is only 1 or 2 tenths off the newest m340i.
If you want performance and technology with a 4 cylinder engine Audi still does it better.
That's a very interesting color. Anyone know what it is?
Hey man, I like your shirt. Where'd you get it?
3’s a 5, it’s official.
Very good review!
Nobody makes a better inline 6 than BMW. There is no substitute.
Troy Power i bet you my g70 3.3tt engine is a way better engine , will last longer, and can hold more power stock internals .
@@dominicancash I see someone has been hitting the sauce.....not a chance pal, BMW all day long...
@@dominicancash and I bet my N54 holds more power than that korean junk. BMW is the easiest platform to tune and but bolt ons
@@troypower4733 That POS is made in Mexico. 😂
@@joshrandall5297 Another one has been hitting the sauce....the 3 series is made in one of the company's main manufacturing plants in the town of Dingolfing, Germany.
Yes, I wish they had a manual in this car. However, if they did make a manual, 6th gear would probably be geared too short. That's my pet peeve with the few manuals on the road today: 6th gear is often too short!
Anyone know when the BMW 330e is coming to Canada?
I thought the tires on the m340’s weren’t staggered now?
It's a good car, but how can it possibly start from $64K? That's absolutely absurd and way too expensive for what it is. No thank you.
Nikiaf it starts at $54k msrp $64k with all the bells and whistles
In the us im not entirely sure about Canadian prices
@@rickygonsales1151 Canadians always pay way more for their cars, and then slap on ridiculous freight & PDI charges plus %15 taxes.
Don’t worry, you can buy it for $20,000 next year
Just wait till next year when the “M3” rolls out, starting price will sit at about 80K, just watch.
Personally, i think the 330i is the one to go for. It seems like the best value for money.
If i was spending this sorta money, id much rather spend the extra and get the m3 when it comes out.
The only thing about it..is they are about to be made out of MEHICO..so they will make even more profit off of you.. Now.... I like the car just fine but I would not leave any dealer without borderline stealing the thing from them. If that does'nt happen..... I will just wait it out and keep screwing with multiple dealers. I've done it over and over again...
Jay Lee when will they start building them in mexico?
Yeah if your aim is a 3 series youre prob right
But i have to say that in my country 330i M sport is the exact same price as a S60 T8 hybrid (407 hp) with much more security and comfort tech...
Always great reviews
Did you find $20K in differences between this and a maximum spec G70?
It's not $20,000. More like $5000. The top G70 in Canada is $58,000, the M430 is $63,000 before options. You could buy the BMW without some of the extras for sure
Motormouth That wasn’t my question, of course, and as spec’d , it is $20K. That was the construct of my question. I’ll take that as a no.
Still not $20,000 more.
Motormouth You made a good faith effort to answer and I have a bias. No need for me to get snippy. Apologies and thank you.
@@Motormouth... You're right. A comparably equipped model is only 18K more. Not 20K. Still, a big jump, I'd say.
The kidney grill is closed when the engine is switched off, if you start the engine the grill opens up!
Prof gamer April not all trims have that feature
Engine cooling is not an option buddy.
@@Nicodia82 The grill opening is below the faux grill.
Nice video, hope that there will be 4k60fps video resolution in the future!!👍👍
Hi, I saw you in the restaurant the other day. Sorry it was an awkward moment, I wasn't having a good day that day. I like your content, and like your perspectives, keep up the good work!
No problem. Always stop and say hi
LOL that price, I'd go with the G70, 90% of people buying these cars are stuck in traffic most of the time anyway so all that performance nonsense means nothing.
Stupid comment. Sure if your life only revolves around commuting to work and back.
All that performance means nothing? WARNING: Non car guy alert!
Alright, really want to hear from you, if you had to choose between the 2017-2019 Audi A4, S4 or the M340i, which would YOU choose? Each to me have pros and cons mostly related to value for cost. I think Audi interiors are best, but the M340i wins sound, power and dynamics. An A4 does a lot well for a whole lot less. Look forward to your thoughts!! Thanks
The M340 engine is superb but the regular A4 is a fine car
Motormouth yeah I’m torn between those two, I feel like the S4 isn’t justifiably better for the added cost over the A4. Would wait till could pick up M340i at 3 years old to get the depreciation at a good spot.
Motormouth thanks for the reply! 🙌🏻
I hate there is no RWD at least as an option in Canada!!!
Hi Zak, how do you think it compares to the Mercedes C43 AMG? Similar engine performance on paper, but not sure about the drive.
Ya funny and he doesn't even mention the C43
2019 C43 is more exciting
I'll take a G70 3.3T no thank you!
DangerousDan all day
Only thing in my cars backseat is luggage, I’m not a chauffeur
So the xdrive also has staggered wheels?
This is XDrive.
I'll wait 2-3 years when it's less than half the price
... and broken
@@cncfan not necessarily you can find them under 50k miles still under warranty
@@keysersoze4001 these are designed to be reliable for the first 50k miles. At about 60k miles, the water pump fails and goes into limp mode. $1600 at the dealer to fix.
The pricing is getting crazy.
I know it’s strange question, but can you compare this car to Macan S you drove lately? Which is more fun to drive? I am trying to decide between these 2 cars and any help will be appreciated! Thx!
Try them both. I would take the Macan S, just more practical., better resale.
I have tried Macan S and it’s great car, I tried 330 but my dealer can’t get 340 for a test drive....Thx Zack for info!
personally... i think the 2019 C43 is a very good alternative to the M340i
390HP and a nicer interior... also, has a nicer sounding exhaust.. but both cars are very good
I work for both BMW and Mercedes and I have to agree
Its not nicer, its more flashy. Materials in the bmw are the best. Exhaust I have to give it to the amg
Now show me that apple carplay hahha wait have to pay to use that ahahah , now on my g70 i got free connected service with remote start , 100k warranty, free carplay , free maintenance they come to get the car at my house without me having do anything and leave a loaner , good luck with that on the bmw lol
"I don't think BMW is taking enough chances with their styling on the outside" - Zack
"Hold my grill" - BMW M Division
haha, so true
That's my next car.
No thanks BMW. After 4 3series, including my present 335i, I am switching to the other German. Building cars for so many years but can't design proper gaskets does not cut it. Had to change the water pump at 40k, oil filter housing gasket at 68k and the valve cover gasket at 80k. Now the AC only blowing warm air. Great to drive when new, but get rid off as soon as warranty is done.
ray mahon get a c class
I agree. I don't see many old BMWs driving around. Lease only.
That's something the G70 probably has over the 340...better reliability even though it's a brand new model.
@Harald Vestov I did the same, last year got my very first German car. 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, plan to keep it for about 6 years. So far it's been great, I mean it's only been a full year, so things better be good.
@Harald Vestov thanks! I really wanted the Sportback and here in the States it just came out as a 2018 model year, so nothing on the used market. I did get it fully loaded. I would save a bit of cash if there were used ones. I figured if I'll keep the car for 6 years it shouldn't be that bad. Fingers crossed it will hold up.
A4 is also a great car and would save me more money, but I needed a more practical car, I do a lot of mountain biking and fishing and I wouldn't go for no SUV.
64000$ for a 3 series?!!😲😲
It's crazy pricing..
He said $72k on the one he was testing! I paid under $50K for my G70. Traded my 2016 IS 350 Fsport & I'm happier than ever a thousand miles later. $25K less and close in handling, power, & in my opinion better styling. Don't get me wrong, I love the BMW, but once I drove the G70 my decision was made.
@@tayloromeara7974 yeah..these german car manufactures need a serious price overhaul especially after GM went all guns blazing out with the C8 pricing.. 70000$ for a 3 series is a pure prank..if someone really wants the bmw i6 then the toyota supra would be a much better buy IMO.
@@tayloromeara7974 even this particular model does not look that good especially that gawdy frontend and lack of any aggressive stance makes it worse..it looks like a regular 3 series..
@@tayloromeara7974 g70 is indeed a great choice,mate and you won't be shelling bigbucks interms of maintenance unlike a german.. Full peace of mind. Koreans have come a long way and their cars are good looking too unlike these modern day Bimmers with their over inflated kidney grills.. Just look at the kia stinger. Lots of character, decent reliable engine and technology... BMW should have priced the 3er aggresively now that all of their cars don't have any charms(f10,E92,f01 were the last good looking bimmers)
64k and you get all the technology that comes along with it. It's not the 3 series of yesterday and award winning engine. Just my opinion and yes I own BMW's and am loyal to the brand. Nothing bad to say about Hyundai but I looked at G70 and although it's a nice car, not for me.
Hi Zack, in which part of BC was this filmed?
Vancouver and West Vancouver
At least they have one reliable model in their lineup!!!!!! Looks good....
BMW pulls away but at a cost of almost $20 thousand when you compare to the Genesis. So, not really fair comparison and Genesis wins with its value for dollar.
Top of the line trim in USA is $52 USD. He's quoting in USD so $20 grand difference.
Go on Genesis USA and build your model. Top spec is $52k. Google is your friend. He quoted the price is USD
BMW fanboy also wears Gucci. Muffy is waiting.
Them Lexus taillights.....and the kidney grilles are not even grilles
This doesn't feel at all like an M and they are asking for M money. The interior may look good on the surface, but is lower in quality than the outgoing generation and the ride is too harsh. I own a 2016 F80 M3 and it is leaps and bounds better and right now you can get new ones cheaper than the M340i.
Ah BMW... I remember when _40 meant there was a V8 under the hood, and a car this size was a 5 Series...
@Benjamin Mathew Right, but that's what I mean. That car is huge now. It's like the size of the old 740i standard wheelbase.
@@diegomontoya8889 Just BMW?
@@stevem2323 No, Mercedes too. The E400? I mean there is not a 4.0L Straight 6 or V8 under the hood of that thing.
The first thing I’ll do if get one of these 3 series is take the M badge of the front fenders, is too tacky
“Fake” M badge at that.
i need to get one,
The 0-60mph is 4.1 secs and even quicker
The Genesis still looks like a better choice. This is 20k more!! That’s hard to justify
I really like this 3 Series, but I think you gave it too much credit. It's only a tenth of a second faster to 100 than the G70. The interior isn't as nice. And it's 25K more, comparably equipped. Even if you like it better, it's not 25K better. Win for Genesis.
@Paul Lindo It's NOT 72 loaded. It's 76.
Zack. Do you think Bentley would let you review a Mulsanne Speed?
Finally bmw have differentiated the 335/40is as the m340i with slight differences
did you see a roach at 02:10?
Do you come to ontario often?
HUH?
@@Motormouth... lol what are you confused about?
Yes, I go often.
@@Motormouth... what do you have next in the pipeline for cars to review?
Es.un.exelente.automovil
What color is that?
Blue
Its called Tanzanite Blue 2
Check engine light
Nobody gives a fuck go drive Toyota.
Great car, Great review. right on pint.
Long as it was positive you were in😂. Not biased at all
only one complaint is the auto stop function. you have to disable it every time starting
@@monkeyd8443 all the same
@@monkeyd8443 yup
can someone tell me what road is it at 11:17 ?
Marine drive West Vancouver
0-100 actually 4.2 sec - some have it 4.1
Might be 0-60mph. 4.4 is official BMW rating
@@Motormouth... I am showing 4.1 seconds 0-60 on the BMW website for the xDrive and 4.4 seconds 0-60 on the RWD. What am I missing?
Man 72k CAD, might as well pony up the extra 5-7k and get the M3
Rollergold4 M3s are usually over $100k at the dealer
Great video. Thank you. Why does not the video title or description have the model year? Thank you
Bmw made in mexico , the ultimate driving machine . Square exhaust finishers yet you can see the actual round pipe . BMW has lost the attention to detail
Wait, the M340i is made in Mexico??
The difference in horsepower between the european and the North American m340i has a reason. The european m340i must have a particular Filter for emission regulations. Using this filter decreases the power and the sound unfortunately.
I just hate on BMW with bad comments so people can think i,m important
I just love on BMW with good comments so people can think I'm wealthy.
The current C43 AMG > M340i (coming from 340i owner)
That's my plan
No more manual?!?! What's going on?!
borzica No offence, but with the previous models that actually had manual shifters, how many did you buy? They are catering to the people that actually buy & drive several of their new cars regularly and not to wishes, requests, or people who buy one once every 7-10years.
@Paul Lindo ye, it gets annoying seeing this on here. Clearly people are not buying them, if they were they would make them. They are not going to put Manuel's to cater to the 100s that buy them.
Except for price
ayy.. where the video at?
im sorry but eveyone sees that this is a new car not just car bois
Looks like a Lexus
Yes I will dare to say it..This would have been my next car that I always dreamed of until the Tesla model 3 came out. Just waiting on my current lease to finish
440 series pls 💙