Unveiling the Truth at 10,000 Miles: 2023 BMW X3 M40i | Cracked Windshield, Sunroof Rattle and More
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- Опубліковано 20 чер 2024
- Unveiling the Truth at 10,000 Miles: My Ownership Experience with the 2023 BMW X3 M40i. Buckle up as I take you through a year of owning this powerful BMW. Get ready to hear about the cracked windshield, the pesky sunroof rattle, and my thoughts on run flat tires. Don't miss out, subscribe for more content.
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That windshield crack looks like an object impacted it not a stress fracture. No wonder warranty claim was denied
It's possible that something hit the windshield but I didn't see anything. I had cars for more than 2 decades now including BMWs and usually it will be a small dent on the windshield that you can repair. Seeing something like this without a visible impact was shocking to me.
All these generation of X3s seem to have soft windshields, way more windshield replacements on this model than other vehicles, after owning 2 X3s
@@ppeters480 yep, this exact same thing I was told at the dealership when was signing a lease, that windshields on these cars are thinner. They tried to sell me their windshield protection package, but I was like no it's OK I never had cracked windshield in my life, and there you go in the first 3 weeks of ownership I got a huge crack.
I have the same rattle on my very old x3 m30d 2014 so that soon roof rattle is a design flaw they have never bothered to fix and can't
Thanks for the feedback. Yeah I hear many comments in forums on issues with sunroof rattle. Mine was there from Day 1. Luckily it can be resolved as mine is fine now.
Wow, it’s as if the angels led me to your video on the sunroof rattling, because just *yesterday* while driving at low speed on the freeway the sunroof of my 2023 BMW X3 M40i started to rattle, a sound it had never done before. At first I had no idea where the sound was coming from. My vehicle just crossed over 10,000 miles. The rattling suddenly stopped but I fear it will return. Did they ever figure out the problem with yours and fix it?
Thanks for stopping by. I took mine for the 4th time to fix this issue and guess what I am releasing a video next week covering just sunroof rattle on my X3 M40i. Stay tuned.
The mirrors the driver side doesn’t close as much as the passenger side they are all the same
thanks for your comment. I dug up on this more. Can't believe it by yes looks like it is by design:
Left and right side mirror are not symmetrical.
LHD car's right side mirror has more inward angle than left side.
Vice versa for RHD.
It is funny that only few people at BMW dealership know about all the details about their cars.
I asked about mirror caps when I took my car for oil change and they said I would need to bring it back in to check that out. I was convinced it was an issue, so didn't even investigate it.
Similarly I remember I asked about the front bumper which has a left lower plate missing compare to the right side. Both plates are present on X3 30i. I suspected that was for extra cooling but BMW dealership had to look up the diagram of the car to confirm on that.
Thanks for update. I bought my wife same car in end of September 23. Took a bit to learn how to use it, but love the 6 cylinder. There should be videos out there on how to reset the folding mirrors . I hate run flats but will wait until I get some miles out of them before switching tires to Michelin. Enjoy your ride!
Thanks for your feedback. Yes this 6 cylinder engine is very joyful. Highly recommend replacing run-flats. I made a whole video just on my experience before and after replacing run-flats. If you bought the car and planning to keep it then, maybe you can switch out in a bit, but if it's a lease you can do it now, so that you can put the other tires back before the lease end. Run-flats also can wear much faster than regular tires. Anyway I hope your wife enjoys the car.
Many modern cars use special glass for the windscreen. It is both acoustic glass and a type of glass that is suitable for the windscreen sensors. It is potentially more problematic than that used in the good old days. Wise to pay extra for windscreen cover in the insurance policy. Mine costs $75 a year for a CX5.
Thanks for the suggestion. Someone also suggested here to try something called shatterX. It's like a liquid glass. It's only $35 and should help strengthen the glass. Will be trying that.
I have the Michelins as well. For me the car wiggles in the rear when I hit bumps. I had different non runflats from the factory, i think Bridgstone.
Oh really. I didn't notice anything like this. Rear feels pretty solid. Thanks for sharing
Hey!
Hear a lot about wind noise issues especially around the front windows on the forums, etc. What are your thoughts?
Thanks!
Sorry, didnt respond earlier. Just responding now to many comments. I did see your latest comment and responded to that. Basically I don't see any excessive noise in my X3 and even cars I drove at BMW Ultimate Driving Event. I don't hear any excessive wind noise.
@@100miledrive
Thanks for taking the time to respond!
Great video! I do believe the issues you're having with the sunroof are a result of the torque factor with your impressive engine. I think the pillars should be enhanced over the 30i, just like when companies put torque bars around the engine, especially when you said it's more prominent at low torque speeds. Again, that's just my perception, and that would not stop me from purchasing a 40i as my next vehicle.
I have the s30i; I love it as an everyday driver here in Phoenix. But, as my appreciation for the X3 has grown in the last four months of ownership, I now crave that excellent engine that you have in your “Rocket!” Yes, four months into my ownership, and I have already picked out my next BMW engine! You get some influential credit for that!
Have a great day, friend!
Thanks for the feedback and comment. As for the sunroof rattle I found comments on forums where people are having issues with rattles across different models, not just X3, so not sure if it's design flaw or simply the car I have has this issue. It was there from day 1 I believe.
As for the X3 M40i vs X3 30i - looks like you are a car enthusiast since you are exploring B58 engine. I would suggest to wait for 2025 model to be announced as X3 M50. They might even bump up the power on it since the outgoing model has been around since 2018 and they might improve driving dynamics further. Yes X3 M40i is an exciting car even at low speeds to hear this engine growl.
dam sucks about the small issues overall still a solid car. I have a 2019 with 55k miles and so far not issues at all.
Thanks for stopping by. Yes, agree overall very solid car. Just crossed 10K miles and liking it so far. Nice to hear that yours already has 55K and going strong. I pretty much read everywhere B58 is a reliable engine and overall BMW's quality has gotten better.
I like buttons! How comfortable is comfort suspension?
Yep having buttons is really good. As for the suspension do you mean in Comfort mode? It’s fairly comfortable, especially on regular non run-flat tires. However if you are deciding between base X3 30i and X3 M40i then 30i will feel more comfy, less bouncy.
@@100miledriveThank you.
Currently own this model. My mirrors do the same thing.
Yep, looks like this is by design. They explain that one of the mirrors has to travel more to make them match. Well Porsche was able to do it, Tesla as well. Theirs match. I saw on few models. Not sure why BMW decided 1 mirror will look like it didn't close all the way.
@@100miledrive it didn’t bother until I noticed it. And now, I can’t unsee it.
How about differences in suspension in X5 40i vs X5 M60i with air suspension?
Hmm not sure on this one. I have never experienced BMWs V8 engine cars. Certainly will be bringing on the channel.
@@100miledrive my short test drive in x5 m60i made me appreciate inline 6 engine a lot more. That’s just personal taste but i6 feels silky smooth and more refined compared to v8. Also v8 x5 felt heavier at the front and less balanced.
@@mbdint Hmm Ok thanks for sharing. I don't really have any good experience with BMW's V8 engines. I think I should try one for sure. I know many reviewers like Throttle House say don't by regular Non M BMW with V8 go for I6.
The "crack" was from an object like a rock hitting your windshield. You must have had the radio volume cranked up to max not to hear the impact. This obviously would not be covered under warranty.
thanks for the input. I was driving on the freeway without a music. I did hear a very loud pop in the windshield. Didn't see a rock but would not deny it. It was very surprising to see the size of that and how easily this windshield pops. Never had anything like this in my 20+ years of driving other cars including BMW 4 series.
have you been able to fix the sunroof rattle?
Took it in for the 4th time. I will make a video in few weeks just on this and overall my experience
Windshield is definitely not an internal damage, that one is out of question to be repaired by BMW.
A reminder to avoid cars with run flats. I found the 40 (and the gv70 3.5) too “brutish”. Not my cuppa.
Well X3 M40i is a great vehicle, just need to swap run-flats with regular tires. Very curious to bring VG70 on the channel. I think it's a great car overall
Buttons all day!
Yep, should be a balance. Tesla took this even further, removing stalks. I am almost positive other automakers will pick this up as well.
Dude a rock hit your windshield. What do you want?
Most likely yes even though I didn't see anything. Even if that is the case can't believe dealership charges $3500 for windshield replacement.
@@100miledriveits a BMW you pay for the brand 😅
@@D.N.A.23 yes for sure. Luxury brand means more $$$$ even for same stuff like windshield
just get it replaced elsewhere @@100miledrive
Not sure how a crack like that would be a warranty issue…
I did explain a bit more in my first video that I reference in this video. But to me the biggest surprise was that I didn't see anything hitting the windshield to end up with such a huge size of a crack. Usually you would expect a dent from a rock. This looks like something quite big hit the windshield.
It was likely a rock. The 101 is brutal, including how fast everyone is going so they hit really hard. Manufacturers are cutting back on warranty claims, especially on programming updates since most of it is over the air now. Hopefully you had the low deductible with Safelite. That's the only company I like doing my glass.@@100miledrive
@@100miledrive
Hi!
Hearing a lot about wind noise issues especially around the front windows on the forums, etc. What are your thoughts?
Thanks!
@@crossover706 I keep on hearing this from many people, but I do not see any issue with the wind noise on the freeway at different speeds. Wind noise is pretty normal for X3 and on par with other similar cars that I reviewed. Usually I point out if I hear anything extra, for example in Hyundai Ioniq 5 not long ago I mentioned higher than usual wind noise on freeway speeds.
@@100miledrive - Thanks!
I`m in doubt whether to choose X3 M40i or push it for more expensive X5 40i.I like X5 body and especially more luxurious interior and infotainment, but the engine is not as responsive and fun as for M40i.
Yes, X5 is a more upscale vehicle and it is indeed more comfortable. I would say think of what is the priority. If you want X3 M40i to occasionally have fun but most of the time you want it to be comfortable then X5 would be an ultimate choice.
If you feel that you want to have a feeling of a sport crossover most of the time - then X3 M40i would be a winner. Also highly suggest to test drive both extensively. I wish X3 m40i had better more comfy seats.
Another option is to wait few months for 2025 X3 M50. I already watched few videos and it will be even more comfortable and bigger crossover.
@@100miledrive If that new X3 would come with new touch screen (such as for X5) I`m definitely down for X3
@@stanislavbelkin4179 Oh yes it will have new curved screen. Already some BMW UA-camrs were able to drive pre-production ready X3.
Ever fix your sunroof?
Still ongoing issue. I will make a separate video on this. To say in short it’s ridiculous on how BMW handles this
@@100miledrive Typical BMW, shame. Hopefully you can get it handled, that would annoy the eff out of me and turning up the music isn’t the solution lol. Looking to buy one soon and a noisy sunroof is now on my radar, thx brotha.
@@techgum9743 oh yes when you are at the dealership make sure to test drive it on regular city roads, hopefully over imperfections. Open close sunroof and try to hear any even small rattles.
@@100miledrive thanks brotha
This interior is peek bmw interior imo..
The new interior design of the x5 with the big screen, no buttons is a huge downgrade.
Looks and feels very cheap and lacks alot of character.
100% agree. This is what I am trying to say in my videos. I only find it to be OK in electric cars, but in gasoline cars like X5 it does look kind of cheap, quick and easy solution. I was hoping BMW wouldn't get into this game, but they did.
Hi!
I used to have X5 2020 40i and just got rid of it And buy new X7 ))
There were some problems dealers couldn’t solve for Four years.
1) car didn’t recognize keys for the 50% time service tried to fix it but no success, so all presets, seats, mirrors, radio, steering wheel went to default
2) glass roof was leaking to inside, water on the floor, smell,
3) some updates stuck when downloading.
But I used to like the car.
Thanks for sharing. After these nuances you still stayed in BMW family :) So driving experience was more important. Things like you reported are pretty common with German cars. Audi is even worse from what I heard. With mine I am still having sun-roof rattle issue which was not fixed after 3 times. I am going with corporate now, let's see if that gets fixed. Otherwise everything else is pretty solid so far.
Our bmw dealer in Japan is great about warranty issues. However, my dealer here in the US is not so good. I’m looking at Audi now. I’m sick of the bmw dealers in the US. The Service department is terrible. I’m hoping Audi will be better 🤷🏼♀️
Thanks for the feedback. I didn't have any issues with BMW customer service in particular. Before this X3 I had 430i M Sport Convertible and that car had 0 issues. But with X3 I noticed they were not taking sunroof rattle issue seriously.
As for Audi make sure to do your research. They have many Lemons. I have a friend who got Audi Q5 same time I got X3 and they already Lemoned it for check engine issues. Also many Audi GT cars are lemons. So not sure if what Audi's reliability is like, for lease I think should be fine for sure.
In Poland, Audi and BMW don't give a damn about people, only Lexus and Toyota maintain a high level
I can’t even get a damn dealership to call me back on an offer I was told tonight the sales guy would call me back within 1/2 hour and I got ignored. 😂 FK EM