The 2023 BMW 330i xDrive Is A Rejuvenated Benchmark German Sport Sedan 

Looks a little kia k5. And dam, its got a tiger nose design going on !!! Can't believe they stole that!

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!

Thanks for the suggestion! We have added some ambient lighting shots for certain vehicles! It really depends on how intricate the interior lighting is, we included shots of it in a BMW 7-series because of the theatric nature of the lighting, but in this vehicle, it didn't really change much from the pre-refreshed version, so we felt it was best to leave it out. We'll reconsider including it on more models in the future though!

@@theredline makes sense! Sounds good

I made the same suggestion some months back, it would be a good thing if this can be included since most times you have the cars for a week like you always claim. Thanks Sofyan

BMW still grifting off the E36 to pilfer the pockets of pathetic poseurs.

Sorry for going off topic, but when is your M2 review coming out?

How are you enjoying your 330i? Still no regrets about not getting the 340i?

Me reading this with my M3 Competition 😀

I made the same comparison but between the 330e and the M340i. The M340i was somewhat more fun, as you say noticeably more nose-heavy, though its engine is amazing. It didn't outweigh the fiscal advantages (company car), lower sticker price--though I can quite easily afford the M340i/M340d--and cost of running of the 330e though, so I went with that. The instant torque of the electric motor is also pretty nice. I feel like the 330-level cars, as you say, are adequately powerful to be quite fun and I found the manoeuvrability to be a bit better because of the lighter nose too, at least in case of the 330e with M-sport suspension. I think this is because the M340i/M340d is xDrive only and the 330e I drove and ordered is RWD, so you don't have a heavy differential, clutch pack and assorted components at the front to weigh down the nose. There's still batteries, of course, but those are at the rear which is much less noticeable. No regrets, though like with any car you get used to the power way too quickly. I love my car to bits [edit] Just read that for the US market, the M340i is available in RWD as well. Didn't know that. Here in Europe it's only xDrive though

@@medellon no regrets, JB4 makes the car have plenty of guts for a daily and the handling is great. I save plenty of money and the car is fun, decently quick, and roomy for family duty. I can’t complain. My buddy who drives a 370z is now considering trading his car in because he was thoroughly impressed with the handling. This car is a good balance as far as performance and convenience.

@@BinaryBlueBull I think the the the 340i is best with the xdrive. That amount of power needs all the grip it can get. I think the 330i is best is RWD and the M340is better in x drive.

yup i got a 440i instead of a newer one for this

I hear you my friend! I have an F30 328i Sport line myself and I think these despite what some think about them are more truly Bimmers (the look of body and the interior layout); the new ones go away from the classic generations. Plus they are so dang expensive! No way you can get a used G20 around low $20K's like you could for an F30 a few years back.

Hello. How has the reliability been so far? Can you shed some light on the long term reliability as an owner. I found a 2022 330i model on Autotrader and deeply considering it coming from a Honda.

I remember the Mercedes c class I rented...came with the check engine already lit.

2019s can be bought for under $30k now used im debating on one too

I had a rental 2021 320i for a month recently and absolutely fell in love with it, just needed a little more power. A 330i seems just about perfect

If you value driving dynamics first and foremost then try a Giulia.

@@ApurtureSci ya in USA we don’t have that model only the 330i or m340i here

I'd love to see how it looks after 7 years.

How do hou like your car

how do you find it after 9 months

We have done them in the past, the problem with the GoPro is it gets terrible qualify footage in low light situations. We’ll continue to look into adding it on certain vehicles!

@@theredline Quality isn't the best in the daytime either. Even iPhone footage looks better nowadays.

Wow! Small world for sure. Most likely, Motorweek has the same car for testing.

As long as lots of the components aren’t plastic that could break due to the heat from the turbo I’d be all over it

This is the perfect engine for a base model and daily driver but the B58 is one of the best engines made

@@devn3813 Agreed. I used to have an N20 F30 with a 6 speed, and it was a fine engine. Unfortunately, two people I knew with N20s had their engines blow because of timing chain guides. I got rid of mine while it was still good. B48s seem to be better with reliability.

@@naveenthemachinethey are cheap Chinese plastics not evdn rubber

@Special agent oso it’s ridiculous, i went today to inquire about the m340 and the prices were saddening lol

What issues did you have? I currently lease a 23 x3M

Also interested to hear what type of issues you experienced!

@@Mr.Lambert777 the shifter faulted and wouldn't go into park. That part took 2 months, had a recall on a panel that took weeks. Speakers blew on the Harmon, took about 2 weeks. The adaptive cruise control would fail saying it saw objects obscuring the sight of the radar that took 2 Months. So after a while I was in the shop driving a loaner more than the car. It was a 59k MSRP 330. It was loaded. I paid 38 OTD... So I was happy with the car until I wasn't. Edit point: the war in Ukraine made gas 5.00 a Gallon. I got the car right before all this took place. So it all just seemed to pile on in a matter of 5 months.

@@robsnow2099 sorry to hear that. My questions are now , hw on God’s green earth did you pay 38k OTD from a 59k car????? That’s unheard of . Was the car brand new??!?

@@Mr.Lambert777 absolutely not lol. Sorry for co text this was at the end of 2021. And I flew into Chicago to get it. 2019 CPO about 30k miles

Get a used 2019 one

@@leonchen89 True but maintenance will most likely be an issue lol

Our dollar is doing terrible right now especially compared to USD

@@braveheart9658 You can pay more in depreciation or pay less in small repairs for an used car. The money will come out of your pocket one way or another.

@@leonchen89 That is true

It’s also more durable and you don’t have to baby it all the time

​@@azureactivedirectory IDK, I haven't seen any of these pleather seats after 10 years. Be curious to see what they look like overtime.

Haha, so weird but true. I’ve also found that the sensatec seats have more cushion than the vernasca leather. However, the best seat comfort is saved for the 5 and up models. No matter which option you choose, all the seats are comfortable.

You are exactly right. I have x3M40i 23 model with sensatec seats and they are very comfortable and very doable. It still looks new no wrinkles.

Have you considered the extent (or lack of)Genesis service department network/support? It took several months for leased G70 3.3t to get bent rear subframe replacement.

@@paulpierce21 yeah, I heard that's the downfall. However, Acura is still pretty good, and customer service is usually on point

@@paulpierce21 this is true the nearest genesis dealer is over 200Km away from me

@@NBABY-J yes I'm aware, thanks. However, Santa Monica just opened their first stand alone Genesis dealership. My friend brought his G70 there and said the service was good, and everything is setup to feel like you're waiting in a big living room

The gas mileage on TLX Type S’s are pretty bad

use some punctuations!

Agree 100%. Surprised more people haven’t talked about this.

Most companies are doing that. Mine is free for 3yrs. After that I will not pay. So, I'll be stuck going to my car to start it. Lol

Performance would suffer dramatically

​@invincible201xxx An educated guess would be 20 to 25 less horse power. All that happens is the ignition timing is pulled back.

Go for the bmw u will love it. I have a 23 x3M

We had a few embargoed videos that required editing for next week so we will have to push the comparison test to May 10th! Sorry for the delay!

It's a nice car but Alfa rates last in consumer reports. Enough to put me off

That’s correct!

340 is a monster, most buyers take it over M3

M340 has close to 400HP, it's in a different league. More daily-able than a M3 proper as well.

If you can swing the cost and really value the extra speed and sound of the I-6, the price premium of the M340i is worth it.

You can get away with putting 89 octane but will suffer a unnoticeable reduce in power.

Probably a decrease in mileage as well.

@@tpolerex7282 that’s a myth. It’s not true if car is driven normally.