BMW 230i M-sport Review - Best non-M BMW in a generation (Review)

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The 2022-2023 BMW 230i M Sport (G42 generation) is the absolute best non-M BMW I have driven in years. Watch to find out what makes the new 2 so good!
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0:00 - Hey guys James here!
1:03 - Design - a modern tribute to predecessors
2:15 - Handling!!
3:29 - Brakes - a close second
4:05 - Engine - excellent if not charismatic
4:44 - Size - perfect
5:08 - Build Quality - (thud)
5:44 - Steering - the weak link
6:26 - Instr. Cluster & Infotainment - Marie Kondo's nightmare
7:17 - Final thoughts on the 230i
7:45 - Thanks for watching!
8:06 - A common sight in California
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The BMW 2 Series Coupe has almost no direct competitors, since 2-door, 4/5 seat RWD-based sporty coupes are extremely rare in today's market.
- It's more compact and luxurious than the Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang.
- It's more luxurious and powerful than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF, Toyota GR86, Subaru BRZ.
- It's more compact and sporty than the Mercedes-Benz CLA and C-Class Coupe, Infiniti Q60, Genesis G70, and Audi A5 coupe.
- It's larger and more practical than the Toyota Supra, BMW Z4, Chevrolet Corvette, and Porsche Cayman.
The BMW 230i, M240i, and M240i xDrive are really in a niche of their own.
#BMW #230i #M240i

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Комментарии : 39

@JamesPlaysWithCars Год назад

What's your favorite BMW coupe of all time? Leave a comment!

@scottyk329 Год назад

Contrary to some, I love the new design. It's quite aggressive and after seeing a friend's M240i xdrive in the metal, i was sold. So much so that I ordered the M2. TR with carbon roof. Hopefully I'll see her in April or May.

@thebachelorpad1110 Год назад

Thank you so much for the review, absolutely love it!

@matimckinney7058 5 месяцев назад

One of the best reviews I’ve scene on this car!

@BeyondTheTestDrive Год назад

Awesome colors. Love the looks of this. And the instrument cluster has been my pet peeve with these latest BMWs. As always, great content.

@daveed4475 Месяц назад

Excellent review. Thanks! I may finally be ready to upgrade from my 2012 128i.

@JRZ67 5 месяцев назад

I just bought a ‘24 230i xdrive Sapphire Black with Canberra Beige interior. I love it. Got it for a great price. With non run flats, it’s lighter on its feet than my ‘22 330i.

@AnonN-sr6uu 3 месяца назад

What would you consider to be a “great price”?

@PandaG007 2 месяца назад

What are the down payment, monthly payments and interest please?

@postalpancho Год назад

I currently own a 2023 230i with all the M sport goodies and it is an amazing car. The 230i is just such a sweetheart. Wish the b48 engine was a little more theatrical but it is plenty powerful. 230i is a little on the heavy side but it hides it weighs very well, feels just as light as the last generation but the chassis is way better.

@ballkans Год назад

Great review! I think your chanel will grow fast. Greetings.

@scottyk329 Год назад

Thorough review by the way

@mikelodge1957 Месяц назад

Excellent video 👌

@davidchung3923 Год назад

Hey, I was also a teenager in the early 2000's and I also found myself drawn towards BMW's and sporty coupes! Something about the way those cars were made during that time I guess. My dream car in high school was a BMW M3. But, after watching your video I think I would give this thing a try if I got the chance to test drive one in the near future.

@darrell9616 Год назад

As someone who owned a 2015 m235i x-drive, I agree with you. The suspension on that car was a mess, which I didn't realize until I drove other cars later. A lot of people really overrated the previous gen car. I'm glad to see this car up is worth considering.

@hassanmourad5052 Год назад

Thanks for the informative video I would like to know your opinion about getting m240 or m440 if I don’t care about rear seats

@speed817 Год назад

Great review! Can't wait to get mine soon....

@porfiriato84 4 месяца назад

Did you get it? I really want one myself. Been looking at Elantra N, FK8 CTR and surprisingly this 230i It's come down to the CTR and 230 😅

@speed817 4 месяца назад

@@porfiriato84 Yes! Picked up my m240i at the end of August last year after waiting 6 months. Been great so far!!!

@dinosoarmotorsports Год назад

Yes, this is a great, great car! (I did upgrade to my own wheels with 255 Pilots on all four corners). I have not yet felt understeer, though I don't track it, nor drive 10/10ths on the street.

@dg7438 Год назад

What is your opinion of the cheaper Macpherson front suspension, and not the double like the more expensive Bimmers?

@davidkestenbaum3804 2 месяца назад

Trying to decide between M240 and this 230i M sport.. Also CPO or new, or just used? Thanks!!

@JohnJohnson-dv1ds 6 месяцев назад

I love mine.

@blaisegolden1733 Год назад

Very nice review. Have you driven the m240i? I love the 2 series but wanted a bit more power so put an order in for the m240i.

@boygonewhoopdataZZ Год назад

You won't be missing anything, matter of fact you got the whole package if you bought all the performance packages.

@JamesPlaysWithCars Год назад

Hi Blaise, I haven't driven the inline 6 version yet, but would love to sometime. Congrats on your order for the M240i!

@rembo183 11 месяцев назад

Would you buy a 23 Mach1 instead of this?

@michaelleys2982 Год назад

How about the nose increase ore decrease what can you do …?

@stevehs4287 Год назад

It’s not in between the size of an E46 and E92 - the G42 is actually quite a bit wider and only a couple of inches shorter than an E92 . It feels like a bigger car on the road due to the increased width .

@DavidD-rd6oc 6 месяцев назад

Great review James. Considering this BMW 230i M-sport. What do you mean by best non-M? Is it not an M?

@porfiriato84 4 месяца назад

A quick Google search would help you know. If you can use RU-vid, you can use Google

@Daveyboy_GolfR Месяц назад

My MK7 Golf R was recently stolen and totaled. Been looking for something around 40K. Was thinking of a low mileage F22 m240i LCI... Or a new G42 230i with the $3,150 M sport package, and The $1,900 dynamic handling package which would add up to about $42k all in. Sure, I'd be getting the B58 in line 6 in the F22, But it'll be pre-owned. I've also heard that the 230 does feel a little more playful and light on its the m240i. Or maybe just get an OG M2 and be done with it lol

@izzy3155 Год назад

Great video. I want a 230i as a second car to be my daily driver. In negotiations with my dealer now. Hope we can come to an agreement.

@AshSavageTube Год назад

The G42 weighs almost 200kg more than the f22. It's not s quick as the f22 in 230 or 228i guise. The f22 228i with m sport package is a lighter more agile car and you'd definitely be able to feel that difference. It's like having 2 heavy people in the car with you all the time.

@joeykitty2892 Год назад

I have to say, my 2017 Elantra Sport manual, is possibly one of the most underrated sports sedans of the modern era. At a little over 3000lbs; 201hp; 195lb ft torque, it's perfectly balanced and powered IMO. It does not have LSD, but I don't believe it needs it. It handles cornering and curves brilliantly. The steering in perfectly weighted and excellent on-center, as well as responsive. I say all this because, I have the 230/240i in my sights as a replacement. So, this video contributes to my consideration. It's gonna get interesting with the arrival of the Integra S, in addition to the already available Civic Type R; GTI, as to which one I choose. Oh, I forgot to add, the 17 ES was the first car Albert Biermann put his touch on when hired away from BMW by Hyundai....jus sayin'. OK, I know, enough already 😊

@RE-wf2hz Год назад

Good video. You talked a little too much and showed yourself in the car driving but did not really show any features or it’s handling and performance🧐

@Tsukuyomi8 Год назад

I thought this car had a tablet dashboard... thank God I was wrong

@rickslaughter7500 Год назад

A 4 cylinder; please.

@BIGLOVE4TRUTH Год назад

I own a 2020 230i M sport convertible. Pretty rare and the last year of f the convertible. I simply love driving it. Especially after I replaced the awful factory run flat tires for continental constant contacts. Amazing ride and handling. I don’t care for the updated style of this model.