I just leased a new 2024 m340i two weeks ago. It's my fifth Bimmer. Black on black and black wheels, it's my Batmobile. Absolutely love it!! Ultimate driving machine
I got mine on oct 20 in the Brooklyn gray with Tacora red leather and I will say such a fun car to drive. It truly is a n awesome daily driver and when you want to push a little it doesn’t even hesitate. Truly a great driving car.
@@lawabiding2576 is your car stuck on idrive idrive 8 or should I say, can i drive8 be upgraded to 8.5 etc? I have a 24 440 and the iidrive system isnot upgradable.
@craighermle7727 I haven't checked into it but it's doubtful. You know how complex these cars are and if you change something, you're going to have issues. I'm ordering the new 540i soon anyway which has it.
a few thoughts: The LCI looks best in black or a dark colour in general, the gloss black defuser and other accents don't look amazing so anything to take attention away from them is good. I understand the thinking in not loading one up with options because then you're approaching M3 territory, but personally for me, I don't want the rough ride or looks of an M3. I want a very sporty daily driver/exec sedan that is also comfortable for long trips. I need adaptive cruise, wireless charging, and want full leather. I would go M3 if I could only have 1 car for myself (with my wife driving a family crossover), but I the Giulia QV is a much more unique, better looking and better driving car. I'm looking at used examples for a summer car, and will likely lease a loaded M340i for all year round. That or a used M550i.
Exactly, it's an apples to orange comparison . I recently picked up my custom order fully loaded xDrive m340i that will be my daily driver at $68k. When I was building out a similar spec for a xDrive M3 comp, it was hitting close to $100k. Sure I could have a bare bones M3 closer to the price I paid for the m340i but then I'm missing out all those quality of life improvements for my daily driver. I get why some people would choose the M3 over the m340i, but that decision is going to depend on the person and what they value. For me the already damn good performance of the m340i along with everything I can load it up with for the price made it a no brainer. Plus I'm lucky enough to have my local dealer install a stage 1 CarBahn tune to push it towards 450hp while keeping it under warranty as well.
@@eged9509 It's a dealer by dealer basis. Apparently from what I can tell it's a rarity for dealers to do this but luckily mine does. It's a piggyback tune with CarBahn. My dealer actually works pretty close with them apparently as my service contact at the dealership travelled out of state to CarhBahn HQ these last few weeks to get updated training on the '24 models. Getting it installed next week. It doesn't come without those lovely dealership fees however, as it's costing me $2k, with $1k of it being a fee to retain warranty... Still worth in my opinion given I'm pushing hp/torque up 100 (new numbers I was quoted after the contact just gone done working with CarBahn are 475hp, 495ft/lb) while keeping warranty on my brand new '24 m340.
I think G70 3.3t is still a better buy if you don't care about the badge. It's cheaper and it's fully loaded. Plus you get 4 brembo calipers on all 4 wheels which is rare on the cars in this segment on top of that you'll gear heated rear seats heated steering wheel which is optional and extra on bimmer. M340I is a great car tho don't get me wrong, it's just if you don't care about the badge want to get best value for money Gen is the way to go, but if you're BMW fan and want something more powerful and don't mind paying more than that's your choice
@@VirusZero0140 was it low trim kia with key instead of push button? And you do realize civic, camry, accord, F150 are get stolen way more often than kia/Hyundai
got mine with most options except the cooling/tire package and the drive assistance pro, it was only specced with the driving assistance base package. Got some goodies that most people don't get to option though like the carbon trim package! Love my m340i
The LCI dash display looks terrible... what an after thought. No shift lever, missing leds in side. this cut backs list is huge. I would buy this car loaded with the former or pre LCI 2022. Much better looks all around.
The white and red is harder to find so I would as it will be better for resell. Options: Cooling and high performance tire package Diving assist package Parking assist package Premium package Power tailgate And xdrive This will add around 6300k to the base price I have seen some dealerships give a few grand discount too so before you order it look on line to see if they have these options and color combo.
DAS (Driver Assistant Systems) on other brands, come standard on most of the platforms, the only brand that charges extra for DAS is BMW, this day in age not having lane keep assist, smart criuse control and the rest w/o charging extra, is plane stupid. -- Still LUV the m340i, awesome drive.
Got the same with no options excpet sport package and carbon roof. The ride is so light compared to my friends m440I. The lighter the car the funnier the ride.....
I can tell you the used ones are barely less than a new one, maybe $2000 or so according to how optioned, remember on new there is always some discounts off of MSRP, I’ll have one sometime in March of 2024, Good Luck!
LCI interior was a downgrade. The 2020 was quicker. They should have offered the ICE and then the ICE with the mild hybrid and called it the M340ih or something. And you can hear the turbo more in the pre mild hybrid years
Should call it the Apple i340M and add "Plus" to the trim name if it's AWD. It's slowly losing its car identity and turning into an iPad. Dashboard is pathetic and looks cheap. Throw all the functionalities into the tablet, glue it on the dash, and let the drivers figure it out. As common with software, updates move all the icons around, so you have to figure it out all over again. The 2020 trim was more driver-focused and friendly.
The 25 has more horsepower and torque but the savings can be better for the 24 model. Normally I would say go for the more power but in this case it’s already a good vehicle for the 24 model.
Cooling and high performance tire package Diving assist package Parking assist package Premium package Power tailgate And xdrive This will add around 6300k to the base price
@@PegahSye standard suspension can ride more smooth as this will change with the driving modes but it’s not going to do much for tracking at 500-600. I would go without it as the overall drive is smoother.
@@PegahSyeyes, absolutely worth it. Compared back to back. No question the adaptive suspension is worth it. Now you can get away without it IF you run something like a Michelin PS4S but otherwise, get adaptive suspension and have the best of all.
@@HawkeyeRides True. Of course, I'm in Germany and my gas mileage isn't great because I can't keep my foot off the floor board, LOL! BTW...I have a 2023 M340i xdrive 50th anniv edition. I wish we could post pics in the comments section.
II got my M440 a coupld of months ag0, and didn't realize that the car came with hi per summer tires I in. I live in the North east and I can be bothered changing wheelset/sire each yerar .3. I haf hte max si,,ers removed with 4400 miles on them.the Tred was donw 50% I never hit anyting with the car, but when I had the car aligned when the new set of tires was put on, I found out that a couple of the tires were way out of alignment. The next car I buy will be alighed with before and after results before I accept it. THen again , the next car will b e A tesla "S"
Personally, if I was considering the M340i I would just save up and get the M3 Comp xDrive. A reasonably loaded M3 can reach north of 95k but I think it's worth it to get an actual M Car rather the M variant, especially if you're looking for the best driving dynamics. I might also consider the C 43 AMG over the M340i, it's a very capable car that's been dismissed just because MB shifted to a 4 cylinder in the new models, it's a great car.
Wouldn’t touch the m3 they say 95k but that’s far from true, they sell at 115000 after dealer fees and taxes not including mark up, I mean if you wanna spend over a $100,000 for a car that has 100 more hp and not even 100 more tq than the m340 than go waste it lol, a downpipe and e-mail tune and I’m beating stock m8s
Exactly! The performance is very respectable and can be economical for those cruising days. The M3's suspension is too harsh for me and the price tag for the M4 is more than I choose to spend.
2020 model isn't the same thing! Model 2020 has different IDrive: 7 instead of 8 and different engine: with plastic intake manifold and without extra 6 port injectors!
I just leased a new 2024 m340i two weeks ago. It's my fifth Bimmer. Black on black and black wheels, it's my Batmobile. Absolutely love it!!
Ultimate driving machine
Congrats they are awesome 👍
If you don’t mind me asking , how much are you paying ? Looking to lease too
How much is your lessee a month?
@@alexanderlemos7284
680
@@rahsoles4151
680
i just ordered my 2024 m340i w brooklyn grey and tacora red interior🙏🏼 comes in march so excited
Congratulations they are awesome 👍
Just received my 2023 a few months back. Love driving it everyday. Enjoy when ya do!!
BROOOOO HOW'S THE RIDE!??? cus im getting one at the end of this year I need honest short brief review...
I got mine on oct 20 in the Brooklyn gray with Tacora red leather and I will say such a fun car to drive. It truly is a n awesome daily driver and when you want to push a little it doesn’t even hesitate. Truly a great driving car.
Nice color combo and congratulations they are awesome 👍
Nice combo! I went for skyscraper with the red interior. Loving it...
@@lawabiding2576 is your car stuck on idrive idrive 8 or should I say, can i drive8 be upgraded to 8.5 etc? I have a 24 440 and the iidrive system isnot upgradable.
@craighermle7727 I haven't checked into it but it's doubtful. You know how complex these cars are and if you change something, you're going to have issues. I'm ordering the new 540i soon anyway which has it.
Ok, there's hesitation. not as bad as a 3 series, but there's hesitation there.
a few thoughts:
The LCI looks best in black or a dark colour in general, the gloss black defuser and other accents don't look amazing so anything to take attention away from them is good.
I understand the thinking in not loading one up with options because then you're approaching M3 territory, but personally for me, I don't want the rough ride or looks of an M3. I want a very sporty daily driver/exec sedan that is also comfortable for long trips. I need adaptive cruise, wireless charging, and want full leather. I would go M3 if I could only have 1 car for myself (with my wife driving a family crossover), but I the Giulia QV is a much more unique, better looking and better driving car. I'm looking at used examples for a summer car, and will likely lease a loaded M340i for all year round. That or a used M550i.
Thank you for sharing your insights 👍
Exactly, it's an apples to orange comparison . I recently picked up my custom order fully loaded xDrive m340i that will be my daily driver at $68k. When I was building out a similar spec for a xDrive M3 comp, it was hitting close to $100k. Sure I could have a bare bones M3 closer to the price I paid for the m340i but then I'm missing out all those quality of life improvements for my daily driver.
I get why some people would choose the M3 over the m340i, but that decision is going to depend on the person and what they value. For me the already damn good performance of the m340i along with everything I can load it up with for the price made it a no brainer. Plus I'm lucky enough to have my local dealer install a stage 1 CarBahn tune to push it towards 450hp while keeping it under warranty as well.
@@0ut1awed How are they able to tune it under warranty?
@@eged9509 It's a dealer by dealer basis. Apparently from what I can tell it's a rarity for dealers to do this but luckily mine does. It's a piggyback tune with CarBahn. My dealer actually works pretty close with them apparently as my service contact at the dealership travelled out of state to CarhBahn HQ these last few weeks to get updated training on the '24 models. Getting it installed next week. It doesn't come without those lovely dealership fees however, as it's costing me $2k, with $1k of it being a fee to retain warranty... Still worth in my opinion given I'm pushing hp/torque up 100 (new numbers I was quoted after the contact just gone done working with CarBahn are 475hp, 495ft/lb) while keeping warranty on my brand new '24 m340.
The LCI looks so good in black.
They are nice vehicles
I seen a senior citizen have a m5CS the other day motivate me to get a fully load m340i
That’s awesome congratulations
@@HawkeyeRidesIk bro seeing the elderly with M’s are truly awesome
I think G70 3.3t is still a better buy if you don't care about the badge. It's cheaper and it's fully loaded. Plus you get 4 brembo calipers on all 4 wheels which is rare on the cars in this segment on top of that you'll gear heated rear seats heated steering wheel which is optional and extra on bimmer. M340I is a great car tho don't get me wrong, it's just if you don't care about the badge want to get best value for money Gen is the way to go, but if you're BMW fan and want something more powerful and don't mind paying more than that's your choice
Genesis makes a good vehicle
My wife's kia got stolen in 2021 and ever since then, I would never get a vehicle that's kia related since they cheap out on parts
@@VirusZero0140 was it low trim kia with key instead of push button? And you do realize civic, camry, accord, F150 are get stolen way more often than kia/Hyundai
Kia sucks lol
got mine with most options except the cooling/tire package and the drive assistance pro, it was only specced with the driving assistance base package. Got some goodies that most people don't get to option though like the carbon trim package! Love my m340i
Congrats they are awesome and I know what you mean we are looking at an m4 comp with the exterior carbon package. It makes them look 🔥
The LCI dash display looks terrible... what an after thought. No shift lever, missing leds in side. this cut backs list is huge. I would buy this car loaded with the former or pre LCI 2022. Much better looks all around.
They have changed the layout to look the same almost in every trim which takes away from each model
Yea lambo style dash on the G20 is much more epic.
How does a car like this not come with ventilated seats. I mean a freaking $30,000 Kia comes with ventilated seats these days.
That is a great point 👍
Options are a la carte on BMW. Wouldn't be surprised if a sunroof is $1k option.
@@targetegrat Hilariously, there is NO option to put cooled seats on this. Baffling at this price point.
@@itcangetbetter aahahahaha smh. Im surprised but not surprised
Should I get the 2024 m340i alpine white w red interior or the all black inside and outside? Opinions?
The white and red is harder to find so I would as it will be better for resell.
Options:
Cooling and high performance tire package
Diving assist package
Parking assist package
Premium package
Power tailgate
And xdrive
This will add around 6300k to the base price
I have seen some dealerships give a few grand discount too so before you order it look on line to see if they have these options and color combo.
I hope they stick with the b58 for years!
It is a great motor
DAS (Driver Assistant Systems) on other brands, come standard on most of the platforms, the only brand that charges extra for DAS is BMW, this day in age not having lane keep assist, smart criuse control and the rest w/o charging extra, is plane stupid. -- Still LUV the m340i, awesome drive.
They are fun vehicles 👍
Got the same with no options excpet sport package and carbon roof. The ride is so light compared to my friends m440I. The lighter the car the funnier the ride.....
I agree congratulations 👍
I don’t even see carbon roof as an option on BMW’s website…what country are you in?
@@coldvaper Canada
@@idrisali605 I guess its not in option in the US...
Excellent review as always
Thank you
think i may wait late this year or early 2025 to get a deal on a 2024 slightly used. thoughts?
That’s a good idea, try to get it certified so you get an extra 12 month warranty and higher miles.
Me too
I can tell you the used ones are barely less than a new one, maybe $2000 or so according to how optioned, remember on new there is always some discounts off of MSRP, I’ll have one sometime in March of 2024, Good Luck!
If you didn’t pull the trigger I would wait a couple months for end of year clearance to drop the prices
I have a G80 xdrive with only a few options. The standard options are more than enough for most people. Same goes with the M340i
They are awesome congratulations
Get with carbon roof, m sport pro & adaptive suspension
Always good to get all the performance specs 👍
LCI interior was a downgrade. The 2020 was quicker. They should have offered the ICE and then the ICE with the mild hybrid and called it the M340ih or something. And you can hear the turbo more in the pre mild hybrid years
@@Ty420 it first was wasn’t happy either but at least they didn’t go like the new m5. It’s still a sweet spot 👍
@@HawkeyeRides Amen to that
Surprisingly relatively narrow tires. I was expecting 235-245.
That is a good point
@@HawkeyeRides I wonder if there is a reason BMW went with that size. I mean, even a Honda Civic comes with 235's!
Should call it the Apple i340M and add "Plus" to the trim name if it's AWD. It's slowly losing its car identity and turning into an iPad. Dashboard is pathetic and looks cheap. Throw all the functionalities into the tablet, glue it on the dash, and let the drivers figure it out. As common with software, updates move all the icons around, so you have to figure it out all over again. The 2020 trim was more driver-focused and friendly.
@@rocknrolldog5116 all vehicles are going this way
@HawkeyeRides ...and flooding the roads with distracted & unsafe drivers. Probably why research in driverless cars is gaining momentum.
Hawkeye it’s a 40K difference in price, but you taking this or M850i grand coupe?
That’s hard because they are both really good but I would go m850i g/c more room and all the fun with a v8 soundtrack
Why shouldn't we get a fully loaded with Adaptive M suspension and cooling vs without cooling package?
I explain in the review 👍
I love this car but I know I can't get it cuz its way out of my budget lol :(
They are nice but I would get it second hand and save 👍
Should I get the 2025 or just get the 2024 for a bit cheaper?
The 25 has more horsepower and torque but the savings can be better for the 24 model. Normally I would say go for the more power but in this case it’s already a good vehicle for the 24 model.
So what packages/specs u recommend getting with it
Cooling and high performance tire package
Diving assist package
Parking assist package
Premium package
Power tailgate
And xdrive
This will add around 6300k to the base price
@@HawkeyeRidesdo you think adaptive suspension is worth it ?
@@PegahSye standard suspension can ride more smooth as this will change with the driving modes but it’s not going to do much for tracking at 500-600. I would go without it as the overall drive is smoother.
@@PegahSyeyes, absolutely worth it. Compared back to back. No question the adaptive suspension is worth it. Now you can get away without it IF you run something like a Michelin PS4S but otherwise, get adaptive suspension and have the best of all.
BMW always lists their HP lower than reality.
It is almost like estimated numbers for mpg, they are all doing this now 👍
@@HawkeyeRides True. Of course, I'm in Germany and my gas mileage isn't great because I can't keep my foot off the floor board, LOL! BTW...I have a 2023 M340i xdrive 50th anniv edition. I wish we could post pics in the comments section.
@@michaellackie6274 congratulations and it would be nice if they allowed that so others can see different exterior/interiors or upgrades to vehicles.
Isn't reliability and maintenance much worse for the M3 than the M340i?
Both cost about 250 for a oil change which is why I like bmw. Maintenance is inexpensive for the performance they have 👍
@@HawkeyeRides $250 for an oil change is inexpensive? i really like the m340 and the M cars but this kind of nonsense really turns me off from BMW.
@BabySkinCondom for a vehicle that’s around 60k, yes. Mercedes AMG will be more and the same with almost every rival.
Only downside you can’t Do Uber black with that
It would be nice to have more color options 👍
Summer hight perfromance tires? They won't last long!
I get around 10-16k on them 😁
II got my M440 a coupld of months ag0, and didn't realize that the car came with hi per summer tires I in. I live in the North east and I can be bothered changing wheelset/sire each yerar
.3. I haf hte max si,,ers removed with 4400 miles on them.the Tred was donw 50% I never hit anyting with the car, but when I had the car aligned when the new set of tires was put on, I found out that a couple of the tires were way out of alignment. The next car I buy will be alighed with before and after results before I accept it. THen again , the next car will b e A tesla "S"
@@craighermle7727 I had a stroke reading your comment.
Fastest variant in its class? Nah. That’s the M3.
That’s another class but either way both are good vehicles 👍
these came with michelin PS4s stock from the factory?
I would check before you buy as the dealership can change the tires. I haven’t seen them do this on bmw but I have on Maserati 👍
Personally, if I was considering the M340i I would just save up and get the M3 Comp xDrive. A reasonably loaded M3 can reach north of 95k but I think it's worth it to get an actual M Car rather the M variant, especially if you're looking for the best driving dynamics. I might also consider the C 43 AMG over the M340i, it's a very capable car that's been dismissed just because MB shifted to a 4 cylinder in the new models, it's a great car.
I would go for the m3 comp or an m4 comp convertible
Sounds good but for most ppl they don’t wanna pay the extras that come with an M car
@@therealdarriusjames well said fam- nto everyoen is going to track everyday
Wouldn’t touch the m3 they say 95k but that’s far from true, they sell at 115000 after dealer fees and taxes not including mark up, I mean if you wanna spend over a $100,000 for a car that has 100 more hp and not even 100 more tq than the m340 than go waste it lol, a downpipe and e-mail tune and I’m beating stock m8s
C43 is a piece of shit compared to M340i.
Does the engine remain with 'Plastic' Valve Covers? I Hope Not. I had to replace that 'junk' at 62,000 miles. Crap at best!!!
All vehicle have nothing but plastic under the hood it’s made to be replaced 😁👍
@@HawkeyeRides Then why not make that crap more durable?
How do you think a business run?😂
@@jaystevenson9009 To screw the consumers
Not all about speed and horsepower
That is true but it’s about the drive and feel 😁
Exactly! The performance is very respectable and can be economical for those cruising days. The M3's suspension is too harsh for me and the price tag for the M4 is more than I choose to spend.
I like it very much
They are awesome 👍
My $25k Tesla also do 0-60 in 4.4 😂
Sounds like fun 👍
never buy m340i or m3 brand new because m340i depreciate so fast better buy 2020 model its the same thing
Thanks for your insight 👍
2020 model isn't the same thing! Model 2020 has different IDrive: 7 instead of 8 and different engine: with plastic intake manifold and without extra 6 port injectors!
@@Dan-oo1rjyou can aftermarket update to idrive8
Not with shortage in supply. Depreciation rates are lower
It is not the same! At the same timeout of warranty can get very expensive, fortunately I can afford new or a year old CPO!