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BMW M135i HOT Hatch Review - IS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE THE FUTURE?

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In January 2020 I met up with Matt Smart of Rybrook TV to get under the skin of the brand new BMW M135i (F40).
The car has been the focus of plenty of media attention. A marmite character and contentious new addition to the BMW range... The front wheel drive (xdrive) is the first of it's kind for BMW and whilst the 2 litre, 4 cylinder engine produces over 300bhp - this hasn't been enough to satisfy the BMW loyalists so far... I set out to discover if you should believe all of the negative press, or - is there more to this car than the headlines would have you believe???
Matt and I test the cars including acceleration, braking, handling, tech and much more!
Thank you for taking the time to watch the feature which would not have been possible without the help of Matt Smart of Rybrook TV - Matt is responsible for all of the fantastic shots featured and is well worth a follow if you like a diverse range of vehicles mixed with awesome content.
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@markrhoden68 3 года назад

As a m140i owner I've really enjoyed my car but I have to say after taking the m135i for a test drive I loved it so much so ordered one. People talk about the m140i like they drove their cars like they were on a rally stage....really how many people honestly drove their cars like that. The m140i power in these conditions woukd be irrelevant whereas the power and tech of the new car makes its power far more usable. Ultimately it was the build quality, interior and how solid it felt on the road that sold it for me.

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Thank you for the view and comment Mark. Appreciate your thoughts - points well made Enjoy!

@rnegs8472 2 года назад

Well said Mark! I just got one couple of weeks ago and loving it.

@paultodd2838 Год назад

Well said - 3 months in and smiles per gallon its an amazing machine. Zero regrets and with some miles on it the gear box is nice and run in. Brilliant car

@hithere8699 3 года назад

Im fairly new to BMWs from being a fast ford freak... I've seen ton of reviews and they all spend most of the review comparing it with the old version. I have no knowledge of the old version so don't give a crap, what I want to know is what this car is like in the here and now - as a car in its own right. SO THANK YOU for being the only review I've found that actually reviews the car - and isn't a comparison show... ... If people like the old 140 then go buy one simple. All the euro regs, COs, Petrol filters, Noise regulations, all he safety regs (adding weight) cars are only going one way.

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Cheers fort the view and thoughts chappy - appreciated x

@andywhite15 Год назад

I’ve not driven an m140i, although a mate of mine has one. I’ve owned my m135i xdrive for 2 weeks now and I absolutely love it. I commute daily with it and enjoy the epic fun it is to drive on my days off. My mate , who owns the m140i, thinks it’s awesome. It just does everything I want it to do so well. Brilliant car!

@CarMadDad Год назад

Sounds like you’ve hit a sweet spot Andy 👌 Cheers for the view and thoughts chap

@timjude 4 года назад

I have this car. I love the grill. I love it's sleeper appearance and the interior tech is awesome. Great daily for the missus and a hoot when I have to "borrow" it to buy the milk. No prizes for who drives it in comfort and who drives it in sport. Thoroughly recommend it. I think BMW had me in mind when they designed this car.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Thank you for your thoughts dude

@DjNikGnashers 4 года назад

Great video ! Another M140i owner here, and interested to see a 'real' review of the new BMW hot hatch (and not a promoted one). It's obviously a very capable machine, but seems to have lost a lot of the fun/hooligan element that made the M140i unique. So it seems BMW have gone for the clinical, safe, & foolproof approach, which will obviously be quicker in 95% of drivers hands, because it requires less skill (as the diff/etc does the work for you), which makes it faster most of the time. Interior is a step up, but the exterior is a step down, especially that gopping grill. It's a brilliant car. I'll stick with my M140i though, because it's unique, fun, and a real hooligan.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Cheers Nick Thank you for watching and enjoy the M140 #weapon

@danielkang7789 2 года назад

front wheel drive is not the future. But damn as long as BMW makes their frontwheel drive based xdrive system just like this m135, I have no complaints at all. I was a bit disappointed at first that they took away the zf mission but you can't complain when you actually ride this thing. sorry to say but this was a far better car than A45 and Golf R in cruising and cornerings. Since I don't really care about the straight line speed and the drag racing capabilities from these German machines I choose this over S3, GolfR and the A45 after riding all of them. such a master piece hatch. I would def call it a BMW when it's in sports mode. And No, you can not actually compare this car with JCW since they have such different settings.

@CarMadDad 2 года назад

Completely agreed Daniel

@jimb7944 3 года назад

Excellent video!!! Very much enjoyed it and have subscribed to your channel. I just picked up my BMW M135i Xdrive five days ago....WOW!!!! It's blown my mind. This car is oozing quality inside out. Quick when you need it and luxury cruising. Prior to buying it, I tested the Golf R and the Mercedes AMG A35, both great cars but the 135i different class on its own overall. If you're looking to buy a hatch in this range, I can't stress enough to go and test drive the BMW M135i Xdrive you will definitely fall in love with it.

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

That's great feedback chappy - thank you and cheers for the sub. Sounds like a solid purchase!

@patrickjhorton1 3 года назад

Picking up mine today.. Goodbye to the 140i it's been a great car....

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Great to hear Patrick. Happy New Car day 🚙

@cinematographytrev 4 года назад

Wow.... What an opening to your video.. Really enjoyable watch. Loving the digital display in the car. And boy did it pop! Brilliant.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Thank you so much 😁 - one of my favourite intro's for sure!

@Markckenna70 3 года назад

Love your honest review of the M135i. I'm taking delivery of mine in late December 2020.... Can't wait.

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Oh chap that’s great to hear - thank you for the feedback 🙏🏻

@Markckenna70 3 года назад

@@CarMadDad I think you are quite close to me in the Shrewsbury area ? Keep up the great Vblogs !!!

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

About an hour away chap but yes - not a million miles. Awesome! Will try my best 🤪

@robgreen6510 4 года назад

Great video, and I have now discovered your channel and subscribed! When this new 1 series came out I hated it, but now I'm certainly coming round to it. That exhaust sounds great for a 2ltr. I'm looking at a second car, and have always fancied a hot hatch that really is practical enough to deal with the everyday mundane as well as the fun, and this could be a strong contender! Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Rob - Thank you for your comments and welcome aboard!

@Murph_82 2 года назад

I ordered mine (mineral grey) last june, was ment to be taking delivery this month but told its been delayed till July! 🤯 They've since got back to me saying they've got a alpine white one in stock so opted for that.. Can't wait till march 👍🏼 great vid lads

@CarMadDad 2 года назад

Pablo those delays are mental For what it’s worth I love them in white Hope it’s everything you hoped for 👍

@peterbennpan7288 3 года назад

One thing I would like to hear is bangs on the upshift in sport mode

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Not sure I remember those chap 🤔

@rh6777 3 года назад

Not sure if someone else commented but the pops are mapped out on the storm bay one, must have had the later update applied at a dealership (as per the 2020 revision which removed pops)

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

It’s been mentioned dude but don’t worry - always good to reconfirm. I’m sure you can code it out then on that basis!!! ???

@jamesalmond4301 Год назад

So I'm a dad with a 2 year old with another one on the way eventually and I've been torn between an M135i xDrive and an M2 OG LCI. They're very different cars of course, but which one would you get? I would use the car for the school run on the odd day, and as a daily driver for myself (I work from home most the time so MPG isn't a big deal). I'd like the car to be fun but practical. I do have a second estate car which covers most family worries, but I can't help but think the M135i would be the better option due to practicality. I do love tech as well so that's a bonus. What do you think?

@CarMadDad Год назад

I think if your not doing any track work then the M135 is the better all rounder chap and far more practical - especially getting in and out of the back. Either way - no real losers - both great cars….

@Bonnie_Shot 4 года назад

Currently own a 116i f20 (15 plate), next year will be moving onto one of these or an m140i... 10k difference in price, don’t know if it’s worth it! Still a stunning car

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Cheers for the comment Aidan. That’s an interesting one and I would suggest it depends what you want from the drive. In my opinion if you are after a fun RWD daily you’ll love the previous gem M140 (or evening m135) - both great cars and ever depreciating value... just make sure it has the adaptive suspension!!! That being said if you prefer the drive of this gen and are looking for a cheaper alternative I would strongly consider a Golf R also to help save pennies.

@SytnerTV 4 года назад

Great day and a great pair of cars.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

100% chap ... WHATS NEXT???

@USMAN123RAF 4 года назад

You said car will pop after 1500 miles mines is on 2900 but still dosent pop. Only pops when you start it up

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@USMAN123RAF I said that the car i was driving popped and to be fair - this was also only on start up. I cant say i noticed it otherwise. If you want a better exhaust note - i suggest you look for an aftermarket system - have a look at Motech Performance and the new Remus system they are fitting to these maybe?

@USMAN123RAF 4 года назад

Car Mad Dad will it not void you warranty if you have a motech exuast system put on

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@USMAN123RAF My understanding is that it would only void any exhaust issues - HOWEVER I WOULD STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU ASK THE SAME QUESTION OF YOUR DEALERSHIP and get something in writing before looking into this seriously as i know others have done so.

@shadygiz 4 года назад

I have one on order in misano blue, full kit list. Was due on 23rd april but been put on hold due to close down of manufacturing. Switching out of my 2 series m coupe, as i need that awd where i live. I guess it will feel a bit strange after driving RWD bmw's for last 20 years.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Sorry to hear about the delay dude but it will be worth the wait I’m sure. GREAT choice of colour - big fan of the Monsanto blue. ENJOY CMD X

@shadygiz 4 года назад

@@CarMadDad cheers pal, cant wait. already got air filter here waiting to go in. Next to find out if this has an intercooler resonator in the pipe to turbo, like the mini cooper S & JCW have. My wife has the cooper S all4 and i deleted the resonator with forge motorsport pipe, its sounds beefy now and can hear the turbo spool up a bit louder.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@shadygiz Sounds like you have the right idea dude. Enjoy x

@MrAllnvme 4 года назад

shadygiz I had ordered mine in mineral grey and it was due exact same week as yours however I contacted bmw uk rather than the dealer and they’re telling me it will be mid August!! Have you had any further updates?

@shadygiz 4 года назад

@@MrAllnvme No mate, i ordered mine through williams BMW dealer near me. Last contact i had with them was weeks ago when they told me they had shut. I know BMW factorys in germany are back tomorrow, but not heard anything about delivery. I have my 2coupe here that needs to be MOT'd too so i can sell it back to them, as they wont accept with no MOT even though we got a MOT extension

@callummurray5904 3 года назад

Great video 🔥 but for real is it just me or did the music at the start sound abit like cod zombies 🥶🤣🤣

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Cheers dude Not a gamer so not sure but I’ll take it 🤪

@MotechPerformance 4 года назад

Great vid ! !

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

thats means a lot all - cheers

@w00t777 4 года назад

Great review!

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Cheers dude - appreciated x

@andrewlee5237 4 года назад

You’re right the car isn’t a replacement for the M140i it sets a new benchmark which competes with the ST and GTI, where as my 140 is in a different bracket. I won’t take a backward step with this car and my next will be the M2 Competition. Enough said🤬

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Solid choice Simon. Keep an eye on the channel for a review of my M2 Comp coming in Feb...

@marsden2740 4 года назад

The real issue is the 140 brigade 😂 that have quickly taken over from the golf r owners as it had to be the fastest best thing on the road..........🎣 In all fairness the new xdrive is a massively better daily driver than the 140 and on a back road that's bumpy like in the video it will be just as fast or faster Great bit of marketing from BMW to sell to the masses a good car or if you want more then get your cash out and move up a bracket

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@marsden2740 Agree entirely chap. Id back the new car to be faster in any conditions to be honest in the real world. Shocked to say so but it's just so pliable and confident. Very clever BMW!

@arno7303 4 года назад

Any idea what kind of intercooler setup this uses? Air to air or air to water like the B58 engines? Thanks! Great review

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Hi Arno Sorry chap but i don't... Have you tried the Bimmer Post forum at all? Cheers for tuning in!

@bloodstockvip2176 4 года назад

I borrowed a demo car from my local dealer, popped and banged revving, took delivery of my new m135i and it doesn't at all, why 1500 miles? What changes apart from a bit of build up in exhaust?

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Bloodstock VIP hey man. We discussed this at length on the day and the only reason we could come up with is the same as you have mentioned. All exhaust systems tend to improve with time. Sorry I don’t have a more comprehensive answer for you CMD X

@bloodstockvip2176 4 года назад

@@CarMadDad Appreciate the reply buddy, I wondered if BMW did somehing different on the demo cars as the one I borrowed popped and banged like my old M240i Coupe?

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@bloodstockvip2176 - As far as i am aware they will not have done anything different. Both cars we tested were demos and as you can see on the video, the one with 700 miles on is not "popping" yet.

@Scala598 4 года назад

It might have been put into the ecu after a pre determined run in period. Pops and bangs usually involves extra unburnt fuel and heat getting into the turbo/exhaust etc, not really what you want on a brand new engine.

@ku6652 4 года назад

@@Scala598 is there something that can be done to make more pops and bangs without modifying e.g unplug or disconnect connecter, plugs on the m135i to achieve this

@simonnelson7770 4 года назад

Great video, how can that pop and bang more than my 240 with an M performance exhaust????? Not fair!!

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Made me chuckle Simon mate. Maybe another trip to Motech???

@simonnelson7770 4 года назад

Car Mad Dad I've got a terrible feeling that once I get the car lowered I'm going to be bitten by the bug and end up at Motech most weekends 😂

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@simonnelson7770 I certainly hope so matey... Would live to see more

@lucytherottweiler79 3 года назад

Did it have the adaptive suspension? Intrigued to know if the standard suspension is any good for British roads.

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Neither of those cars was on the adaptive Mark. The White car was on the smaller wheel which made the passive ride very good for British roads. If you can - I would ALWAYS opt for passive - first box worth ticking. That being said if you can’t it’s not a game changer. As for the British Rods - good luck with those 😂

@lucytherottweiler79 3 года назад

@@CarMadDad thanks for the reply, sorry just to clarify, always opt for passive? Cheers.

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

@@lucytherottweiler79 yeah sorry dude - not too clear was it... If it was my money - i would pay for the adaptive EVERY TIME!

@mbingham10 4 года назад

The old M140 i I owned was deadly in the wet, the accelerator pedal I think was attached to the lower bowl, the more you pushed on in the wet the more a little turtles head poked out, not good for a married man has the wife had to deal with the aftermath come wash day, she would often comment that the washing basket stunk blind after a wet Sunday morning run out in the M140i, give this model a chance before you cross it off your list.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Well said Billy and thank you for the comments - actually feel marginally sorry for the wife ;0)

@michaeldeley3937 3 года назад

The sound is do to the year its bild i tink

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

Not sure if that is the case chap... Anyone else have any experience in this???

@cf5043 3 года назад

@@CarMadDad 2020 builds are different due to EU emissions regulations. Although both 69 are regs, it is possible that one is the neutered early 2020 version whilst the popping one other is a late 2019 version

@CarMadDad 3 года назад

@@cf5043 Cheers for that chappy - was not aware of this. Noted

@cfbm125 4 года назад

These cars make the most noise at start up when started in ECO PRO. 👍

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Really???

@cfbm125 4 года назад

Car Mad Dad apparently so! Eco pro, traction off and start.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@cfbm125 Ah it all makes sense now. Turning the traction control off will have the same effect on the exhaust pipe as sport mode. Essentially, no matter what mode, if you turn the traction off, it will pop!

@cfbm125 4 года назад

Car Mad Dad Ah, ok, i see, didn’t know that, maybe the higher mile car had the traction off then?!

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@cfbm125 no chap - both with traction on. Turns out the ECU "allows" pops after 1,000 miles (or so i'm told)!

@Scala598 4 года назад

Having the diff up front I imagine is key. Having pushed an a35 and a golf r on track, I found the amg a more entertaining car dynamically, grip faded into soft understeer and then into lift off over steer giving options. I hope this car would do the same, although i doubt you'll find that out unless it's on track. I'm still undecided on the looks and it's a big shame its auto only, a manual option would have helped to establish it as the drivers choice in the modern 4pot turbo 4wd hot hatch segment.

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

Agree entirely here buddy - thank you for taking the time to watch and comment x

@Scala598 4 года назад

@@CarMadDad It was a quality video as always! I might have to get myself in one for a drive at some point. What did you think of the aisin gearbox compared to the zf 8speed or your m2 dct? The supra might have bmw parts, but now bmw's have Toyota parts 😂

@CarMadDad 4 года назад

@@Scala598 - gearbox suited the car well - i can't pretend to have noticed a difference between that and the ZF8. The gearbox felty natural and suited the car well. Nowhere near as quick as the DCT but gear shifts on the way up when at pace came with a good "kick up the arse" which was a lot of fun!

@peterbennpan7288 2 года назад

What kind of charity's do you donate too from this channel?

@CarMadDad 2 года назад

More recently we donated £1500 to Birmingham Children’s Hospital (there’s a video somewhere)