2019 BMW M240i Review // The $50,000 Sweet Spot 

I recently came across Throttle House after years of watching other car reviews, and I am floored by how good these are. Outstanding work.

It is such a nice car. As a owner of 17 M240i xdrive, I am 100% with you about "You want M2 but you need M240". I just wish we get the M140 xdrive here in US.

Just purchased a 2017 M240i in this exact blue and no car has ever put this much of a smile on my face. It is an incredible used prospect.

I own a 2018 BMW M240i in orange and still love it as much as the day I got it. I never knew sliding your finger over the station dials moves the OSD. I gotta see if mine does that or if that's new for 2020.

2017 M240i RWD, around 25K miles goes for around $33K. Tempting. 🤔

I loved your comment that the M2 is the one you want but the M240i is the one that you need. As a 2017 M240i owner (blue with red interior), I understand that dilemma well -- but I truly love my M240i (rear wheel drive and automatic).

I just got a M240I Manual transmission and I’m in love with it! Just like you guys said “the M2 is the one you want but the M240i is the one you need” great video guys!!

Now my favorite car channels are Canadian. I seriously can’t believe you guys have less than 100k subs. Your quality, editing, and knowledge are incredible. S/O to you guys and The Straight Pipes, y’all rock. Also yes, these things are so tempting. I’ve been casually browsing the M235is are a few years now and can’t believe how cheap they are. Great little cars.

You guys did a really job of conveying how good of a car this is

Your videos are by far my favorite to watch out of all the car reviewers on RU-vid. Really enjoyed the second upload this week.

Would be awesome to see a collaboration between ThrottleHouse and The Straight Pipes

Wow, after watching this video, it feels like I just took the M240i for a test drive! You guys do a great job of relaying all the senses and impressions to the viewer in a way that is rarely found by ANY reviewer. This is my new " potentially" achievable coupe when I replace my 330 CI ZHP. Great video guys!

That missing rear center cap drove me nuts the whole video. Good review though.

I love this car and I like how you presented it👍🏻 Biggest advantage compared to the M2 is that you can customize everything just like on any regular 2 series.

I bought the xDrive version of this car a little over a month ago and I have to say it is brilliant. It's solidly built, nimble in the corners, and has great acceleration. Most fun I've had in a car in a long time, and the gas mileage is pretty good too.

Brilliant review as always guys! You are fast becoming my favourite channel. My sister has the 240i and it's such an amazing car plus it's more understated than the M2. I'm sure she'd have an M2 if she could.

I own a 2018 m240i, same estoril blue colour, purchased new just over a year ago. It is truly an amazing car and until the m2 Competition arrived it was so close in terms of hp and torque to the previous version of the m2. It is still arguably the best bang for one's buck in the entire BMW line-up. I love my car....even the commute to work is so much fun.

Have a 2017 model. Put's a smile on my face every time I drive it.

I ended up purchasing a performance edition of one of these with 3 pedals, thanks to you guys! Love y'alls channel so much

I try and show these vids to all my friends, love your guys content.

Favorite intro of all Throttle House videos. If you seen many of these videos, that’s saying a lot.

You guys convinced me, I'm buying one!!

Great review, drove one recently and have to agree, brilliant machine. Excellent and accurate description, especially when describing the thrills this car provides.

You guys are killing it, love your reviews

Was debating between a couple of cars and decided to go with the M240i after watching this video! Thanks guys - can’t wait for it to arrive!

0:22 I love how Thomas takes his seat. Sitting over the leg bolstering, so he doesn’t squash it unecesarrily. I do it the same way.

6 years on my b58, 0 issues!

As an owner of the 2018 M240i (white with red interior and black rims), the car still baffles me to this day and never stops putting a smile on my face whenever I drive it!

Best intro yet!! Well done boys!

haha love the intros guys. Keep it up!

Finally a review of M240i... internet is literally blowing up with M2 competition reviews and silent about other options. Good job!

My 2008 BMW has the “graze” technology too & I genuinely love it

I owned an mm 235i and lived it so much i changed for an m240i with the lci refresh. I love it.

And today we want to answer a question that's plaguing the entire first world. Fearless comedy. Well done.

Just got one... this thing truly punches above its weight. I love this car

My 2017 m240ix is the best thing I’ve ever personally gotten to drive. A stage 1 tune and some simple handling mods like sticky tires and lightweight wheels. It outspeeds most things on the road.

I'm rewatching this one and noticed 88k subscribers in your "subscribe" screenshot. Just want to say congrats on how far you guys have some in just a few years - Throttle House has become my favorite RU-vid car channel for both how hilarious and insightful you guys are. Cheers to the next 2 million subscribers!

The intro did not disappoint. Thank you.

I have a 2017 M240i RWD Convertible, grey with red interior. What a fun car, fell in love on the test drive. 10K miles later, and still makes me smile every time I drive it.

You guys have the honest to goodness Best intros of any motoring related reviews. 2 Series is probably the most likable BMW that's devoid of clutter. Car's got new tech installed but still genuinely old school BMW in presentation and feel.

Nice job acting like you are sulking, James! ;).. yet another great review!

I bought an M240i 2020 and it is exactly as you guys say. That B58 engine is a beast waiting to be unleashed. I decided to install a Downpipe and do an engine and shift repro, (usd 1500) and the power went from 340 to 440!

Awesome vid guys. I've wanted one of these since they came out.

First off, you guys are killing it! Love your reviews. No doubt your subscriber count will quickly climb. The filming is fantastic and your video intro’s and commentary literally make me laugh out loud. I had to comment on this one since I own both a ‘15 M235 xdrive (Dinan Stage 2) and an ‘18 M2 6spd. Each car is a ton of fun and serves its purpose very well. Everything you stated is spot on! I’ll be looking out for when you get your hands on a new M340i. Very interested to get your take on that.

Production quality is excellent!

Great video guys, just subscribed today (23/07/2020) love the banter between you both, my M140i is rear wheel drive only, which I love, fortunately we rarely get snow in the winter here in the UK on the south coast.

I'm Watching this again in 2023. Going to test drive a 2021 F22 M240i and honestly so excited. I've owned M-cars and honestly the value proposition of this car is uncompromised. Very keen to see what this has to offer. Great review guys.

I’m picking up my M235i next week. This video just confirmed every reason I bought it! (PS that missing wheel cap is really bugging me)

These fellas aren't lying, I got myself a M240i rear wheel drive and this car is Awesome!

You guys are killing me with those intros😂 Btw can you guys review an S3 sedan/sportback anytime ?

Usual great review and production quality. Love the drone shots, nice touch. Has me thinking of one of these to replace my E46 330ci.

“An Extension of My Brain” LIVE IT!!

I said this a while ago...if they continue with the funny, thorough and real world reviews, they will definitely have several million subs. Lol 😂 at 0:50 plaguing the first world

Great as always!

Everytime James says oofff when he accelerates, that discribes everything!

Agreed with everything you guys said, the smile per mile.....well what can I say. Owner of a 2018 white m240i performance edition rear wheel drive automatic. Great video!

I’m picking mine up on Saturday and I could cry.. feel like a child

I literally bought this car (over the S5 and M440i) because of this video, and I'll add a couple notes - the paint color is fantastic in Not Canadian Overcast, and it's crazy durable (4 rock chips on a used model with 40k miles on it, otherwise immaculate). Mine is a convertible, but suffers from next to no cowl shake or softness in the corners. The exhaust note I would call Rage With the Machine - it just sounds harmonious and purposeful. Cannot agree with these guys more - this car is a blast to drive, easy on the eyes (the grill stops at the headlight line!) and super comfortable for daily driving.

I have this car's slightly older sibling, the M235i with x drive. I absolutely love it. The handling is superb and the power, though down just a bit from the updated m240i, is enough to keep a big smile on your face.

Just picked up a 2017 M240i Drive. Only 17,000 KM, just off a three year lease, bought from BMW dealer, one owner, mint condition. Listed at 38,000 Canadian dollars, dealer knocked it down to 37,000 plus free set of new winter tires and installation and balancing, safety certification, tune-up. Car is still under original warranty for almost one more year, free maintenance for almost one more year. Beautiful Dakota Leather interior, loaded with most options including glass sunroof. Pick it up on Friday - so stoked!! Originally was looking at 3-5 series, M240i was not really on my radar - until I sat in it and drove around the parking lot at the dealer - sold before I got out of the car. I noticed these are a little hard to find now on auto trader, I got a "good deal" on the price - no great deals because these cars are in demand and the word is out. Most listed above the average asking price. Good for resale. New the one I am buying went for around 55,000 so it worth buying a three year old with low miles to save a chunk of depreciation, but still have a relatively new car.

test drove a 18 convertible one at the dealer love it. 370 hp and torque wise small rocket

Best intros in the car review world lol

I love my M240i convertible, best car ive ever owned and in florida, its great to drop the top with this sports car

Your video convinced me that this was the right car for me. Mine is a 2021 Long Beach Blue, rear drive, and 6 speed.

Great video, would love to see this style review of your time attack car.

You don't know how badly I want to own this car, I mean it's so perfect

Great video. What an awesome car.

Dude your music choices are awesome! That thing at 9 mins or whatever during the whole drive was great for the feeling of the video, if that makes sense

Bought a 2018 S4 on Carvana. I cancelled my order a few days later after seeing one of these fly past me in my A6, It was at that point I realized I really wanted a BMW... just bought an m240i and although I’ve only driven it 40 miles... I LOVE IT.

🤣 you guys are killing it!

Perfect timing guys! I pick up my M240i tomorrow. I was feeling a bit down that I wasn't getting an M2 Competition (long story...ultimate first world problem, I know), but this review has cheered me up. Well done -- love the channel.

Awesome review Guys.

After two years of ownership, my m240i still puts a smile on my face every time I drive it. Would I like an M2C? Hell yes!!! ...but at almost 100k CDN, too expensive to drive on $hitty, rock covered roads roads in the winter.

I have a 2018 M2 and I agree with this video. However, I do not regret my decision to go with the M2 with M Performance exhaust, just for the fun factor and more aggressive look.

Did you think about microphones close to the exhaust so we can here those lovely sounds? Really love your review by the way!

Dude this video sold me on getting this car!

And..for the 2020 model year in the U.S. you CAN get the formerly M2 exclusive Long Beach Blue in the M240...

Again why do you guys not have millions of subs? Great content!

I've leased two. It's a great car, even considering buying one used one day

Am I the only one bothered with that Missing Hub Cap? XD OMG lol

these intros are amazing

Awesome vid! I picked up an 18' m240 in october and the car is jut so great in so many ways, lol. Actually I think I live in your area (in the GTA?) if you need help finding a 2er let me know!

Why do people not know that almost all idrive BMWs have that neat touch sensitive radio presets? And they're so good!!!! Favorite party trick in my X1

I had one of the first M240i's in to the USA - back in 2016 - I was in the dealership to order an new M235I Convertible, as we went through the specifications and ordering process it turned out the M235i was no longer available for new build orders and we could only order the M240i - (so sad - lol) ..... so I did and I had it for last 2.5 years - great car - last week I changed it up - I checked some options on other makes but settled for a new BMW M240i X drive Convertible with warranty - two weeks in - loving it

an owner speaking here, buy it. i took it to the track for a day and it rocked. my last car was a 350z which was fun but this thing is on another level. toyota had a hand in this engine and they made it to last forever so a used one is still a great choice.

Great enthusiasm in your vids...thanks! I traded my (deer damaged) 2017 Subaru WRX for one of these since they had one with the manual and a "sport" package. Loved the WRX, but the new 240 is better has zero turbo lag...even off the line. Essentially paid $36.9K for a CPO with 4200 miles. Not totally a bargain except for the fact that small, sporty RWD coupes with manual transmission are so rare anymore. Note: I drove a 2017 M2 Competition thru Turo and it was just too harsh. Plus, I don't remember if the M2 had suspension settings to counter that harshness.

Thomas. You can flash an x drive with xhp flash tool to make it completely rwd. And then in winter you can put it back if you want awd.

I think this was my first video I seen from you guys 😂 funny Shit.

I just recently went from an M235xi to an M3, and while I absolutely love the M3, I still miss the M235xi everyday! The M3 is one mean machine though!

Just bought one and I love this car and coming from 1996 M3 this is a better car to drive and way much more fun.

I’m watching this after having an M2 comp with a manual gearbox for a few days

Snagged a 2017 Mineral Grey M240i and it just hit 30k miles and I’m just loving it. Right now I’m focusing on getting a daily to actually garage it. It’s the best BMW M Performance car, If you want that bit more then get the M2 CS, but the M240i is just as fun, just more grown, handsome.

You guys should get a hold of an m140xi. Same engine and transmission in a small hatchback... That thing is the definition of understatement and sells for 40k brand new. Awesome video guys.

Just purchased an M140i awesome and even less money!

All idrive buttons have had that functionality since about 2008. Test your finger on the button and it will show you what’s programmed in. Press and hold it programs the key to the function on the idrive.

Do you do your filming in the Milton/North Burlington area? I think I recognize some of those roads. Some of the nicest driving up there in the summertime.

I have a RWD 2017 m240i auto and it honestly is one of the best cars I’ve ever owned! And I’ve driven allot of cars. Even living in Scotland with the weather we get isn’t that much of an issue either when driving this car. Still to see what it’s like in the snow though...

The ultimate driving machine

After watching this video I felt fabulous, and wanted to go shopping immediately

Recently purchased a 2021 M240i as my first bmw because of you guys and I’m loving it. The steering feel is a bit of a letdown but nonetheless a very well rounded fun car!