BMW M340i (G20) Long Term In-depth Review // Why I bought one? Handling, Performance, Features, Tech

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  • Опубліковано 22 тра 2024
  • G20 BMW 3 Series M340i in Mineral Grey
    00:00 Intro
    00:59 Engine
    01:45 Reliability
    02:13 Launch Control
    02:55 Driving and Handling
    06:46 Fuel Economy
    07:35 Exterior
    09:10 Interior/Tech
    10:52 Why Subscriptions are good
    11:43 Connected Drive
    13:00 Drivers Assist
    14:23 Interior/Tech
    16:04 Conclusion
    I traded in my FK8 Honda Civic Type-R and got this G20 BMW M340i, after 2 months of ownership I want to share my experience with the car and why I got an M340. This is definitely a great balance of performance, tech, luxury, reliability, and fuel economy, and is bang for your buck in terms of value. Not only is it faster, bigger, and more fuel efficient than the Type-R but somehow for a 4000lb car it's way more playful and sets better lap times. If you're in the market for an M340i, don't even hesitate, nothing in its class even comes close.
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  • @CookiesUnleashed
    @CookiesUnleashed Рік тому +377

    Your barbecue and microwave analogy was the best I ever heard for electric cars. Good one!

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +8

      Ty glad u liked it

    • @peterlappland
      @peterlappland Рік тому +1

      Or diving on a hot summerday with a drysuit on=)

    • @w.a.v1679
      @w.a.v1679 10 місяців тому +1

      Still at the beginning of the video, and I already agree 😌

    • @MrSyracuse542
      @MrSyracuse542 8 місяців тому +6

      I have a tesla and i do miss hearing the engine rev in a sports car but the tesla ride is so much smoother. Instant acceleration in Tesla makes any ICE engine feel outdated. This guy is also wrong, an EV would destroy this thing in a race. Wouldn’t even be close. That being said I might consider a bmw m series for the following reason: Engine sounds amazing, and shifting through gears is a more engaging driving experience.

    • @topfueljunkie100
      @topfueljunkie100 6 місяців тому

      ​​@@MrSyracuse542I'm thinking he may have been talking not about a drag race but an actual track with twists and turns. That's where I'd see this car giving an EV a real battle. Also, it entirely depends on which EV we're talking about, obviously there's a massive difference between a model S Plaid and some Toyota or Honda econo-style EV. He didn't specify so it's hard to know which EV he's talking about so it's possible he was correct.

  • @edwint1780
    @edwint1780 Рік тому +172

    Damn dude, you've done such a thorough overview of this car's key attributes. You've advertised it and its features better than the bmw had done themselves. BMW's marketing team should cut you a check.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +9

      Haha thank u 🙏 hopefully they’ll let me review some BMWs soon!

    • @lennoxdixon734
      @lennoxdixon734 15 днів тому

      For real! He literally sold this to me now

  • @xxzmk
    @xxzmk Рік тому +345

    The B58 has pretty much the notorious Diesel like design making it absolutely a tank of an engine because every certain part is pretty much forged just like in the Diesel ones. It makes the engine heavier than the previous petrol models but if it reduces the headaches by gens then its a price to be paid.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +33

      That explains why it idles like a diesel, sometimes just listening to the engine on idle sounds like a cummins engine. And yeah this car is heavyyy

    • @princekittipon6510
      @princekittipon6510 Рік тому +2

      @@Sleepygarage hey man what color is your m340i ? i couldnt tell. dravit gray ?

    • @fzr1000981
      @fzr1000981 Рік тому +4

      Tons of plastic parts (plastic oil pump impeller? Really?) and history of oil consumption most BMW huggers choose to dismiss. Could be the most endlessly overhyped engine in recent memory. Built like a tank lol...wrong! ZL1 will smoke it

    • @xxzmk
      @xxzmk Рік тому +21

      @@fzr1000981 Really ZL1 ? a fricking American redneck cheapo engine ? Against a Diesel design forged BMW Engine ? In your dreams maybe. What oil consumption ? I am dailying a BMW that has by now ridden 130k miles there is not a single drop of consumption.

    • @KepiBryant
      @KepiBryant 11 місяців тому +2

      @@princekittipon6510 Its Mineral Gray... the right color for this one... currently I'm working on getting one for myself in tournig!

  • @Veron161
    @Veron161 9 місяців тому +51

    long term = 1 month ???

    • @TemplarTrejore
      @TemplarTrejore 10 днів тому +2

      Realest comment

    • @4thegood
      @4thegood 6 днів тому +2

      He probably refers to his relationship in eons or Jurassic periods.

    • @kevin-jm3qb
      @kevin-jm3qb День тому +1

      Lmfao

  • @brandongoodwin1053
    @brandongoodwin1053 Рік тому +188

    Just upgraded from a F30 328i to the M340 and I thought I was gonna trade off some fuel economy but even when I drive like a lunatic I’m still doing ok. Great car! Great review!

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +21

      Yeah for sure it’s shocking how the b58 is almost as efficient as most inline 4s

    • @anubassingo5634
      @anubassingo5634 Рік тому +3

      i drive a F30 320i M sport and this is really important info, thanks Dude

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Yeah you'd be surprised

    • @flippyflip6911
      @flippyflip6911 Рік тому

      Same for me, I actually feel like I get better MPG than my 328 somehow

    • @supbrobanjoban
      @supbrobanjoban Рік тому

      how crazy is the difference

  • @renaat100
    @renaat100 Рік тому +29

    This is by far the best m340i review I have seen, and I have seen a lot.
    Great job!

  • @akashsritharan8788
    @akashsritharan8788 Рік тому +88

    These reviews just keep getting better and better. I love the incorporation of the exhaust sounds throughout the video. Car looks really good on the roads and cannot complain about that fuel economy. Seems like a great car overall.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +3

      Thank u, going to be incorporating exhaust and intake noises on every performance car from now on.

    • @alvpha
      @alvpha 6 місяців тому

      ​@@SleepygarageWhat year model is this? 2020?

  • @jorgenlundgren4880
    @jorgenlundgren4880 Рік тому +21

    This is the best M340i review I've watched! Very informative, learned a bunch of stuff I didnot now. Always fun to ride along in the car with the reviewer, and hear those revs now and then :)

  • @zlaede
    @zlaede 4 місяці тому +8

    I have never seen a more in-depth review of a car. Thank you so much, very insightful !

  • @bradholmes4
    @bradholmes4 8 місяців тому +6

    Just bought a 21 a week ago. Im absolutely loving it. Thanks for the great video. I watched it a few weeks ago before I bought it and you helped me make my decision a lot easier.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  6 місяців тому

      Glad I could help! Hope you enjoy the car!

    • @Ahmed-ny1xc
      @Ahmed-ny1xc 3 місяці тому

      Hey man if you don't mind me asking, how long do you plan on keeping the car for?

  • @throughdude23
    @throughdude23 Рік тому +14

    What a great review. You explaining and driving the car really gives us the viewers a good idea of what this car is about. I will keep an eye out for this car in 3-5 years when I buy used. Been hearing nothing but great news about the b58.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Thank u bro, yeah 3-5 years is perfect after most of its depreciation lol

  • @Skizzy461
    @Skizzy461 Рік тому +20

    This was a really well planned and executed review. Your voice is calming, and your points informative. I'm sold on getting a Supra soon, but for the briefest moment, you just about changed my mind lol.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +2

      Thank u I really appreciate it, means a lot to me. Supra was the car I was debating between with the M340, basically a two door or four door B58, don’t think u can go wrong with either or haha. I hope u enjoy yours!

  • @mirkono
    @mirkono Рік тому +22

    Got mine few days ago. RWD, fully loaded in portomau blue. Incredible machine. So refined for ICE. Coming from f30 335 its night and day difference. Chassis is so much better.Add practicality and brilliant power delivery and you have a car that is hard to resist.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +6

      Yeah most definitely, N55 to B58 is a good upgrade, but the biggest difference is for sure the chassis tuning and M performance parts like the LSD.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +3

      Hope u enjoy your car

    • @stevemiller1626
      @stevemiller1626 Рік тому +1

      Nice review. How is the steering feel?

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      One of the best modern day steering out there, but you will feel the weight unless youre going really fast.

    • @MajorAddiction
      @MajorAddiction 3 місяці тому

      What are the maintenance costs looking like?

  • @michaellackie6274
    @michaellackie6274 Рік тому +14

    The adaptive suspension is key as you stated! Thanks for the tutorial on launch control...trying it later today. Nice review!

  • @PARMINDERSINGH-md1sr
    @PARMINDERSINGH-md1sr 29 днів тому

    I always wanted youtubers to give info on upgradation and fuel consumption, which you nailed. Keep up the work man

  • @timothybracken1728
    @timothybracken1728 5 місяців тому

    What a fantastic video man, wow I'm blown away but the script and sound too ! I'm picking mine up soon !

  • @radiantav
    @radiantav Рік тому +6

    Fantastic review man, I love the enthusiasm for simple driving pleasure and useful tech. I am driving 2019 430i GC where I feel exactly the same.

  • @precisionmotors
    @precisionmotors Рік тому +8

    Great review as always. Sound and Video quality is top notch. BMW doesn't lie, they under rate their Numbers. But your review was very detailed. Can't wait to see more contents.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      Haha BMW lying about numbers in a good way, they’re just humble about everything. Thanks for watching and your continuous support! Definitely more to come!

  • @xiaozozo
    @xiaozozo 12 днів тому

    lovely video.. i liked your planned segments, going straight into driving and handling, then the exteriors/interiors which most other video and channels dont and instead the reverse. keep it up

  • @khosho820
    @khosho820 3 місяці тому +2

    I've already wanted an m340i, but after seeing this review I want it even more.

  • @bigpinkeraser
    @bigpinkeraser Рік тому +6

    I've had my 2023 for about a month now and love it. Got it tinted but next is the dinan intake, real excited to get that installed.
    Great review!

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching, Ah sick you got the new LCI, love the new dashboard look! Yeah that’ll sound great! I’m thinking bout a Dinan intake too? Are u tuning it?

    • @bigpinkeraser
      @bigpinkeraser Рік тому

      @@Sleepygarage New dashboard is sick! I won't be tuning anytime soon unless a dme unlock becomes available over here. Thinking about shipping it out gives me anxiety lol.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Haha yea I'd just wait, I don't wanna send a few thousand dollar ECU to a war torn region of the world right now lol

  • @JimmyXie
    @JimmyXie Рік тому +110

    You always happen to review my favorite cars! Well done! I was at a BMW event where I drove 7 new cars back to back. Nobody wanted the M340i cuz it felt like the most "boring" choice. Of course, the X4M Comp and M8 were all booked for hours. After test driving everything, I was most blown away by the M340i! I legit thought I was in an M3 when I thought it was just gonna be a regular 3 series with some performance additive. I thought to myself that if I were to ever buy a BMW, I would buy this M340i. Needless to say, and you put it wonderfully at the end, this car made me fall in love with BMW again.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +14

      Glad to hear that, M340 highly underrated when it first came out. It really makes u question whether u should drop an extra $30-40k on an M3 or just save the money and get the M340. Thanks for watching and your continuous support!

    • @pranavsailor3394
      @pranavsailor3394 Рік тому +2

      @@Sleepygarage what year is your car I’m planning to buy it next January so hopefully price will be down to 30 k

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      It's a 2020. Hopefully you'll get one, should go down a bit by next year.

    • @richardboakye7609
      @richardboakye7609 Рік тому

      Nice

    • @timwin7155
      @timwin7155 Рік тому +1

      I'm driving a M440i GC myself since 1 year and yes, this engine and driving experience ticks all the boxes. Perfect package for the daily use!

  • @thoopra
    @thoopra Рік тому +1

    I really enjoyed this. Thanks for taking the time to create it.

  • @waylaye
    @waylaye 8 місяців тому

    Gorgeous car man! I just picked up a 540i and definitely subbed to you!

  • @betsywynne
    @betsywynne Рік тому +9

    I love your videos, keep it up
    I’m a full time BMW fan no matter what 👍

  • @hassanmohammad1516
    @hassanmohammad1516 Рік тому +12

    Absolutely beautiful spec! I have a 22’ same color combo/spec but yours is fully loaded and u got x drive!! Also assuming u got a 2020 because the exhaust sounds a lot better than it does on mines. Have had mines for a year and half and after 17k miles I have 0 regrets and have not had a single issue. It truly is the ultimate driving machine and reliability has been perfect.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +4

      Haha yes I have a 2020. Thank u for sharing, Mineral gray twinss.

    • @timothytadrous6740
      @timothytadrous6740 11 місяців тому

      @@SleepygarageI thought the 2020 version did not have the hybrid version. I was wondering how you got that great of a mpg without it

  • @user-rj9wi2rw2t
    @user-rj9wi2rw2t Рік тому +1

    Wow, one of the best review videos I've seen! Thank you

  • @blakejordan553
    @blakejordan553 3 місяці тому +2

    Great video! Im about 1 year into owning my 2020 m340ix, its been a wonderful experience. Im jealous of your paint color, looks so clean. Black wasnt specifically what i was looking for, but when i saw a 2020 x with adaptive and rear heated seats i jumped!

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  2 місяці тому

      Thank u! Black is a sick color but just hard to maintain, when it looks clean it’s awesome. Yeah adaptive cruise package is rare to come by. Hope you enjoy the car!

    • @danielkalele8246
      @danielkalele8246 2 місяці тому

      What is the actual color of your car in the review ?

  • @rip02
    @rip02 Рік тому +5

    Honestly such a down to earth review I’ve really reconsidered getting this over a 330i

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Preciate it bro, its worth the extra money!

  • @Feralscar
    @Feralscar Рік тому +3

    i purchased a 2020 bmw m340i xdrive last December. it's practical and ridiculously fast. No regrets!!!!

  • @joeschmoe5608
    @joeschmoe5608 9 місяців тому +1

    Currently drive (and love) my Alfa Romeo Giulia, but recently test drove a fully loaded BMW M3 Competition with X-Drive and fell in love with it. Didn’t pull the trigger on it because car prices are way overkill right now due to the market and like I said, I love my Alfa. I’ve had BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi in the past and have been thinking of going back to MB with an AMG until I drove that M3, this video and your thoughts got me considering an M340i, however, my biggest thing I dislike about it is that they for some reason didn’t use a flat bottom sport steering wheel in both the M340i and the M3, which blows my mind and yes, classic BMW it has a pretty lackluster interior for me, but great features. Thanks for sharing!

  • @RobMartin26
    @RobMartin26 2 місяці тому +1

    So glad i found this channel, excellent review sir!

  • @Clarksonxx6
    @Clarksonxx6 Рік тому +4

    Love this video! I got the 23 330I but I’m definitely going to look into the 340, i love my smooth ride but i also love a more faster vehicle! So we’ll see what’s in store in terms of my next vehicle, great review!

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Thank u! Haha 330 is also a great car, B48 is quite impressive.

  • @1slow_gto
    @1slow_gto Рік тому +8

    this video came in clutch
    currently in the market for something newer and an M340i is one of my options

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +4

      B58 Definitely a good successor to the N54/55, can’t go wrong with an M340i!

    • @1slow_gto
      @1slow_gto Рік тому +1

      @Sleepy Garage definitely, although I've also been considering a s55 powered car like the F82 M4. It's in the same budget so it's a big contender as well

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +2

      Yeah I was on the fence about either, can't go wrong with either, S55 is great but B58 is just more reliable.

  • @sergiupavlov9953
    @sergiupavlov9953 Рік тому +2

    Simple without to much bs review
    Thanks! Keep going

  • @ovidconsultancy
    @ovidconsultancy 2 місяці тому +1

    Great editing!

  • @bradsnyder6053
    @bradsnyder6053 Рік тому +6

    Fantastic review! I purchased my first BMW 2 months ago, a 2022 M340i. I literally couldn't be happier! I echo everything you mentioned in this review. It truly is the ultimate driving machine! Just got the M-Performance Exhaust installed yesterday too. I do wish I was able to tune the car though, I'm hoping they open that up for the newer models in the future.

    • @TjClarkish
      @TjClarkish Рік тому +1

      People are sending their ECU's to get unlocked so they can tune it but I think in a few years tuners will have it figured out to where you don't have to do it that way

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Great to hear, yeah hopefully it can be unlocked for tuning in North America soon!

    • @adrianbarnes6728
      @adrianbarnes6728 Рік тому

      MPE is truly worth the money. Just passed 1000 km and the exhaust really starts to wake up. The snarls and growls sound amazing

  • @stevenmuyimbwa8747
    @stevenmuyimbwa8747 11 місяців тому +3

    Incredible review, thank you so much... I am totally sold. Infact with this i then have a problem deciding between it and the M550i. I am much older now and so do not need too much power, hence no pure M cars for me. But i am so glad BMW puts out these models that make it worth having it. I could never drive anything less than a 6cyl car except in Audis. Years ago i had an A4 1.8T Quattro and that thing was so peppy that sometimes i would drive it and even come out shaking with adrenaline. Imagine what this M340 has!!! Thanks again.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  11 місяців тому

      Thank u, I’m glad you liked the video and car! You cannot go wrong with either the M550i is such a great car for the money, that V8 is incredible. Either car you pick I’m sure you’ll be happy with! Haha yeah those little Audis are pretty fun too but nothing compared to these inline-6 BMWs for sure!

  • @barcostudio
    @barcostudio Місяць тому +1

    thank you for this video. I learned I could download the drive recorder AFTER the fact that it didnt originally come with the car. you're the GOAT.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you! Glad you got the drive recorder. Theres a new update to the store now, you can purchase a feature that notifies for red light and speed cameras coming up on your HUD.

    • @barcostudio
      @barcostudio Місяць тому +1

      @@Sleepygarage you just keep laying them up for me!! Thanks a lot homie.

  • @bladerunner6087
    @bladerunner6087 Рік тому +4

    I'm also looking into buying a 2020 m340i , my son convinced me , I see alot of good reviews on this car 👍

  • @jamespforpresident
    @jamespforpresident Рік тому +11

    This is a great review, well done sir. I’m an Audi driver, but I’ve said this is the one BMW that can make me give up my ways. The S4 has a couple of convenience features that the M340i doesn’t offer, but driving dynamics wise, it’s a no brainer.

    • @neilpeters1871
      @neilpeters1871 Рік тому +1

      What are the convenience features you're referring to? I'm considering a S4 or the M340i... Or the X3 M40i

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      Thank u, yeah I wish I had certain thins from the S4 especially the massage seats lol

    • @jamespforpresident
      @jamespforpresident 10 місяців тому

      @@neilpeters1871 sorry I didn’t see this sooner. I live in the desert, so I care about ventilated front seats, if they’re an option. They’re available in the Prestige trim on the S4 (possibly Premium Plus) in the warm weather package. The cold weather package comes with heated rear seats. None of these are an option with the M340i. There was another feature that stood out that I don’t recall.

    • @blakejordan553
      @blakejordan553 3 місяці тому +1

      ​​@@jamespforpresident my 2020 m340ix has rear heated seats, not sure if it stopped being an option, the OP's car also has them, you can see the buttons for them at 15:34 in the video. I do wish I could get ventilated seats though. I test drove an s5, and just couldn't get over how nose heavy it felt, the driving feel of the m340 had me completely sold.

  • @jesseli1408
    @jesseli1408 Рік тому +2

    Great review and the editing on video is top shelf

  • @blackcatvibing
    @blackcatvibing 22 дні тому

    Best informative video of this car well done incredible job makes anyone want to get this car immediately

  • @dsinghr
    @dsinghr Рік тому +3

    i have 2022 330i M Sport with 258 HP. It's completely blacked out and fully spec'd. Even that put a smile on my face everytime. This will be next level.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Yeah the 330i is already a terrific car!

  • @saigoneze4465
    @saigoneze4465 Рік тому +7

    Great video man! Your presentation style and knowledge of the car is good and the videography is on point .I’m really looking at getting a M240 xdrive myself .Id love a M340 but it’s just out of my budget .But as long as I have a b58 I’m happy .So the Supra is on the maybe list as well .

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Thank u bro, yeah I was stumped on all 3 of those cars.

  • @j-zee3579
    @j-zee3579 5 місяців тому +1

    This is a fantastic review buddy, keep it up!!!

  • @iCloudSky
    @iCloudSky 2 місяці тому +2

    This video is the reason Im going to buy this car!!! Man! You rock!

  • @JammingwithKaRoger
    @JammingwithKaRoger Рік тому +4

    Great review mate, calm and thorough..keep it up mate, new subbie here

  • @m33ch_1
    @m33ch_1 Рік тому +3

    I love the B58, have two of them X5 and X4

  • @Chris-yg3nj
    @Chris-yg3nj Рік тому +2

    Great review, all of these reasons are why I got mine!

  • @Willizm_
    @Willizm_ Рік тому +1

    Another banger, content just keeps getting better!

  • @w4wtoronto
    @w4wtoronto Рік тому +8

    I have the 2020 m340i and I still LOVE this particular model. I drove the 2023 m340i today and it's a much stiffer car with some initial lag from the go in the Sports plus more. Also the growl from exhaust is tamer than mine.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +2

      Yeah the 2020 is the best sounding one for sure!

    • @Chris-se3nc
      @Chris-se3nc Рік тому +1

      2020 here as well. Love it. Last good factory exhaust on the M340

    • @bliskin8847
      @bliskin8847 Рік тому +1

      Just drove a 2023 M440i convertible and the exhaust doesn’t burble and pop like my 2020 m340i.

    • @Eddy-09
      @Eddy-09 9 місяців тому +1

      2020 M340i FTW!!

  • @quoostonator
    @quoostonator Рік тому +3

    Hey nice vid. Just wanted to add wrt chassis tuning, the Alfa Giulia is phenomenal too and did hold (or still does hold?) a record on the NR. I’ve owned a Giulia and it’s a wonderful drive. I also always described turning feeling like a pivot from the center of the car. I’ve just recently however purchased a M140i second hand with the B58, and it’s an absolute beast. Very similar emotions to driving the Alfa, but with what feels like limitless power. Unbelievable. The M340i is definitely in my future.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Absolutely right, Giulia is underrated. B58 for the W tho

    • @alexanderperry7821
      @alexanderperry7821 8 місяців тому +1

      @@Sleepygarage I actually went with 4 cylinder Giulia over the M340i. Crazy, I know, and I do wish Alfa had an in between engine like the B58 but to me driving dynamics and steering feel trumped the power and sound of the B58. I added an ECU and now the Alfa is a 4.5 second car, and much closer to M340i.

  • @videogazer801
    @videogazer801 Рік тому +2

    This a very good review, with tons of information. Good stuff

  • @TerpTalkwittrilla
    @TerpTalkwittrilla 3 місяці тому

    I’ve been eyeing the TLX since 2020, but I haven’t pulled the trigger yet. Recently, I’ve had a feeling that I may want to explore what else is out there, and this video has completely sold me on BMW. You might be about to get a TLX at a better price, but for what you get, the BMW is worth the money now.

  • @yusefawaidah1901
    @yusefawaidah1901 6 місяців тому +4

    this guy is so genuine and wholesome, i love it! touché on the video, very informative and nice to watch!

  • @kiplingordon
    @kiplingordon Рік тому +3

    Well done review with great quality footage. I appreciate this review. It's convincing me to get this car and save money instead of a G80 M3 xdrive

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Thank u, haha either way u can’t go wrong! Definitely a G80 if u have the money to splurge tho

  • @nana558
    @nana558 6 місяців тому +1

    loved the review, you got a new SUBSCRIBER.

  • @Soberslapp
    @Soberslapp 8 місяців тому

    When I say in-depth review, this is exactly what I want!

  • @ganeshthippeswamy1108
    @ganeshthippeswamy1108 Рік тому +3

    awesome video! very well done. Since you have first-hand experience, can you expand on the regular m sport suspension? i'm about to get a '23 M340i but overlooked the adaptive suspension. haven't signed for the car yet so could consider try getting a different vehicle. is it livable as a daily driver? obviously not expecting an m340i to be plush, but just want to make sure it's not painful to drive. I typically drive on highways

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      It is a great daily driver, it's not overbearing in stiffness or any other way. Seats are nice and comfy too, during my commute I just turn on adaptive cruise with lane keep and relax, its quiet and comfy.

    • @ganeshthippeswamy1108
      @ganeshthippeswamy1108 Рік тому +1

      @@Sleepygarage you're the man! Thanks for the response. Keep up the great work with these vids.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      @@ganeshthippeswamy1108 thank u 🙏

  • @AP-cc1uw
    @AP-cc1uw Рік тому +3

    I test drove an M340i and loved the power train, but didn't love the steering. I'm coming from an E91 328xi wagon, so the bar is high. In the end I leased a '23 Giulia Estrema. It's obviously down on power compared to the M340i, but it handles better and the steering is just incredible. Unlike any car out there outside of Porsche or a super car. It's also gorgeous. I'm planning on adding a piggyback tune which should close the performance gap a bit. If you're looking at BMWs, you owe it to yourself to check out the Giulia. Great value, and options are much cheaper. Plus its very unique and special.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      Yeah Ive heard the Giulia steering has much more feedback, defiantly wanna get my hands on one to review soon!

    • @youngcinna6141
      @youngcinna6141 7 місяців тому

      The M340i blows the doors off the giulia bro … giulias aren’t as reliable nor as high end on the insides .. giulia looks dated in the interior as well

    • @AP-cc1uw
      @AP-cc1uw 7 місяців тому

      @@youngcinna6141 it does not blow the doors off a Giulia. The Giulia is a much better car to drive, my ‘23 with carbon trim has a fantastic interior. The only thing the M340i has on the Giulia is the engine. That’s it. If you’re priority is straight line acceleration and the sound of the engine than the M340i is the car for you. And that’s totally cool.

    • @youngcinna6141
      @youngcinna6141 7 місяців тому

      @@AP-cc1uw everything is more high end on the bimmer bro it blows the doors off and handles it self well for a big body mini

    • @AP-cc1uw
      @AP-cc1uw 7 місяців тому

      @@youngcinna6141 I don’t know what to tell you. I have a Giulia and extensively tested the M340i. I chose the Giulia for very specific reasons. “Bro.”

  • @HeavyDuty608
    @HeavyDuty608 5 місяців тому

    Awesome review dude. I'm looking at sports cars right now and definitely thinking of a BMW. The 4 doors would make it more convenient than a regular 2 door sports cars. I always wanted a mustang gt350 but the BMW are really growing on me. Thanks for the Review.

  • @AV-iw3xc
    @AV-iw3xc 8 місяців тому +1

    Your videos are dope. I can’t believe you only have 14k subs.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  8 місяців тому

      Haha preciate it, hopefully grows more!

  • @A_guan
    @A_guan Рік тому +5

    Great video! I'm thinking about getting a m340 or m440 gran coupe myself. My other choice is the upcoming integra type s but I just don't know if I should make the jump from a bmw or not this time.
    I love my hatches which is why I'm so exited about the Integra type s as it's basically a nicer civic type r but then that means I'm getting yet another fwd 4 cylinder hatch.

    • @GREG_R2
      @GREG_R2 Рік тому +1

      Having the same thoughts as well

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Haha yeah I’ve had a VW GLI and a Civic Type R before this both FWD four cylinders with LSDs and as much as I tried convincing myself i didn’t need a 6 cylinder or a RWD platformed car i was wrong. I feel like if you’re ready for the jump just switch it up and try a non four cylinder non FWD car. But if u aren’t ready for one the integra type s is a fun choice, prolly one of the best FWD cars out there.

    • @GREG_R2
      @GREG_R2 Рік тому +1

      @Sleepy Garage yeah I'm in a Acura RLX sport hybrid so don't really want to give up the awd.... this has more space and sportiness as well as good mpg

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      @@GREG_R2 yeah once u go AWD it’s really hard to go back to FWD, and yeah in these times with gas prices like it has been having a hybrid is the best

    • @zcmdzpp127
      @zcmdzpp127 Рік тому +1

      I think Acura will make awd type s…🎉

  • @davidg11134
    @davidg11134 Рік тому +3

    damn that is really efficient compare it to my sonata n line 2.5 turbo fwd does the same fuel economy as that but you have AWD and way more power ..... Great Review!

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Thank u! Yeah they are quite efficient

  • @aliamrwagih685
    @aliamrwagih685 5 місяців тому

    Dude I love your content and your car, keep it up man and enjoy that b58

  • @siyabulelasaphetha7385
    @siyabulelasaphetha7385 4 місяці тому +1

    You have gained a new subscriber great job with the review

  • @yesitsme8943
    @yesitsme8943 Рік тому +3

    I have the X3 M40i with B58. Absolutely love it. Did you do the tune on yours?

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      At the time of this video not yet but as of right now I’m running BM3 stage 2

  • @Solo-5050
    @Solo-5050 Рік тому +6

    This is my dream daily driver car 😁. I don't care much for the new refreshed one (looks too tame and having one long screen is a no go for me). This one has that aggressive front end and the interior layout is much better imo.

  • @vennare5755
    @vennare5755 9 місяців тому +2

    u might've just convinced me to get an m340i over an is500. amazing video watched the whole thing

  • @rumeekong
    @rumeekong Рік тому +1

    Love BMW but you got me at "the most reliable vehicle of the year"... lool a Great video and I love the car!

  • @dimitardimitrov2126
    @dimitardimitrov2126 Рік тому +4

    Pre-facelift interior

    • @HaloDude557
      @HaloDude557 Рік тому +1

      Nah subscriptions are good and you know it. Anyone who complains about it is poor and are the benefactors of subscriptions making low spec models cheaper.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Agreed

  • @TheLightningSt0rm
    @TheLightningSt0rm Рік тому +11

    Ive been really considering selling my 2017 Mustang GT for one of these. I feel like this is a much better daily but I can stay in the same power range

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +3

      Yeah relatively similar power, I would miss that V8 coyote exhaust noise a lot but for the practicality it makes sense to get an m340.

  • @fegelxx8191
    @fegelxx8191 Рік тому +1

    Nice vid! I like your chill demeanor

  • @rogerhurtis4731
    @rogerhurtis4731 11 місяців тому +1

    Nice review! Also like the location near Terra Cotta, awesome roads to drive on.

  • @RC-bx5jo
    @RC-bx5jo Рік тому +9

    I have had that car for 3 years now, i can say to prospective buyers that: 1/ i have tried to replace it just for a change, and couldn't find a package that was more appealing as a daily (even at a much higher price tag). I've had an M3 for a week, it's just too much for open roads and doesn't add much more feel at legal speeds. I also have a 911 GTS and I can say i don't feel like i'm downgrading much when taking the M340i with the family. It's that good. 2/ adaptative suspension is nice but comfort VS sport isn't that much of a difference. very hard to tell unless the road is really bad 3/ i get 9.4L /100 driving mostly mountain roads, with a heavy foot. 4/ i find that the "weakest" part is steering: it's precice but you get little feel. 5/ xdrive beamers have the turning radius of the titanic. you get used to it. 6/ nothing has broken down, nothing vibrates, it could pass for new even today. Overal: still probably the best do it all package available today, of any brand. I'd only consider a M550i as a replacement. try to get one like this with the real buttons and not that dumb screen.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      Thank u for the comment, this really puts into perspective how well priced this car is for what it offers! Haha yeah and M550i would be sick tho.

    • @fabolousjada5070
      @fabolousjada5070 Рік тому

      Couldnt find a package ? Please stop the cap especially if you can spend more but to me your capping

  • @Shikogi1
    @Shikogi1 Рік тому +4

    Great review! Im in the market for a used m340i, Ive been primarily looking at the 2020 models are 2021+ became mild hybrids. There are reviews online that show a massive difference in exhaust sound in non mild hybrid vs mild hybrid. Do you know anything about this? Would you recommend either or?

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +2

      Yeah the burbles u hear in this vid is because its a 2020, the 2021+ (mild-hybrid) got rid of 95% of the burbles. If you want burbles get the 2020, almost no difference in terms of anything else except slightly better gas mileage in 2021-22

    • @Shikogi1
      @Shikogi1 Рік тому +1

      ​@Sleepy Garage thanks for reply!!! I definitely want the burbles lol, will look for a 2020 then

    • @domcars
      @domcars Рік тому +1

      @@Shikogi1 I think M performance exhaust brings the burbles back, since I test drove a 2023 with MPE and It definitely had them

    • @Eddy-09
      @Eddy-09 9 місяців тому +1

      @@domcarsIt still doesn’t burble and sound as aggressive as the 2020.

  • @Radcap97
    @Radcap97 4 місяці тому +1

    I have a G05 rn. I absolutely believe BMW is in their golden era with their G series cars. They’re absolutely amazing

  • @wearethehaunted3831
    @wearethehaunted3831 Рік тому +1

    Have mine sitting at, production started, at the factory!! Waiting patiently. Great video brother.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      Thank u. Congrats on the car, I hope you enjoy it!

    • @wearethehaunted3831
      @wearethehaunted3831 Рік тому +1

      @@Sleepygarage Thank you. Hope so also. Final assembly now.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому

      No prob, Love to hear that.

  • @ericocampo7028
    @ericocampo7028 Рік тому +4

    Great video! This is one of those rare times when the LCI model is worse than the non. Question, did you change the front fascia?

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +2

      Yeah some steps backwards. I just made the aluminum trimming black and added a front lip

  • @the_batmobile0.4
    @the_batmobile0.4 Рік тому +5

    B58 FTW

  • @fiftyshadesofme
    @fiftyshadesofme Рік тому +1

    Really really good review!

  • @reynaldo4225
    @reynaldo4225 4 місяці тому +2

    Having the BMW card is a W, has helped me a lot while going to the beach for example. No need to bring they key and you can even take a swim with the card

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  4 місяці тому

      Yeah I do the same, its awesome!

  • @YousafN2O
    @YousafN2O Рік тому +6

    I ended up buying a TLX Type S - it was that brand new or a used m340i.
    Part of me thinks I should of waited and got an m340i (in a spec I like with the premium excellence package) but I’m enjoying the Type S a lot as well. It’s just not as fast out the box 😅

    • @nack1721
      @nack1721 Рік тому +3

      I don't see alot of those, but there is a goldenish colored one I see drive around my area often, super good looking car and sounds good too.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      TLX TYPE S is sexy af tho, and the interior is nice too! I would question it as well for a New Type S vs Used M340... either way u couldn't have gone wrong, still more than fast enough for 99% of driving lol

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +1

      yeah they're hella nice and youre right don't see them that often

    • @YousafN2O
      @YousafN2O Рік тому

      @@nack1721 the tiger eye pearl is pretty dope! Especially when you spec it with the orchid interior. Definitely IMO a better looking car.

    • @YousafN2O
      @YousafN2O Рік тому

      @@Sleepygarage thats exactly how I saw it. I am coming from a redsport q60 and part of my complaint was that it’s lacking in driving dynamics and even though it was fast, it wasn’t as fun. The Type S in the past week or so of ownership has felt more confidence inspiring and more fun to drive.
      Besides performance I feel like the Type S outshines the m340i in a few departments (Sound system, comfort, interior design, value etc). But either way you can’t go wrong.

  • @user-iu1so1og4g
    @user-iu1so1og4g Рік тому +3

    i will own this car

  • @reustudio2868
    @reustudio2868 9 місяців тому +1

    Great review! ❤

  • @CannaGro81
    @CannaGro81 3 місяці тому +1

    The B48 and B58 are absolutel legends. Beautiful ride my friend

  • @LorianandLothric
    @LorianandLothric Рік тому +7

    “We don’t make luxury sedans. We don’t make SUVs. We don’t make hybrids. We only make one thing.
    The ultimate driving machine.”

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  Рік тому +2

      That gave me chills, iconic quote. 👏

  • @stonedasameteor3338
    @stonedasameteor3338 10 місяців тому +3

    i like the audi s4 alot better but the bmw m340 front looks how a bmw should look like 👍

  • @k4vi_
    @k4vi_ Рік тому +2

    you have great potential as a UA-camr

  • @SSVegeta10
    @SSVegeta10 7 місяців тому +2

    really nice review, and great car.

  • @mydeadtrim
    @mydeadtrim 3 місяці тому +1

    this is a very well made video, felt like a Gran turismo scene for a couple seconds.

  • @TRams0207
    @TRams0207 2 місяці тому +1

    Great review 👍🏽

  • @stephan4804
    @stephan4804 Рік тому +1

    This was a GREAT video

  • @grimskull416
    @grimskull416 5 місяців тому

    Hey man, I noticed it say Richmond Hill on the dash, so I guess you're a fellow friend from the GTA! Very detailed overview of what this beauty offers. One day I hope to be able to afford such a car. Cheers.

  • @tjtrue8491
    @tjtrue8491 6 місяців тому +1

    Yep, I’m getting this as my first car

  • @zackoparis7918
    @zackoparis7918 Місяць тому +1

    Good vidéo bro love it

  • @darksideemt
    @darksideemt 7 місяців тому +1

    Cool video and watched it because my buddy just got one himself, same color too. I would say when you spoke of the chassis make sure you go drive a Giulia. While they are definitely slower unless you get a Quadro, the handling is the best there is for a sport sedan. Love the all the great stuff you've done for your look as it looks great.

    • @Sleepygarage
      @Sleepygarage  6 місяців тому

      Ive heard great things about the Giulia especially steering, hoping to review one in the future!

  • @Righteous.
    @Righteous. 9 місяців тому

    Love the video production

  • @J4_ouu
    @J4_ouu Місяць тому +1

    great video and quality