2023 BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes C-Class vs Audi A4 // The $50,000 Question

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  • Опубліковано 15 жов 2022
  • The Mercedes-Benz C300 ($60,365 as specced in Canada, ~$48,400 in the US) is all new this year, and has seen several improvements. Such as: a partially electrified engine, helping increase torque by more than 20 ft lbs over last year’s model, and a new generation of MBUX infotainment. But are the new changes enough to crush its fellow German rivals? The BMW 330i xDrive ($59,150 as specced in Canada, $46,470 in the US) is rated at the same horsepower and torque, but has a much faster claimed 0-60 time. And the Audi A4 ($60,190 as specced in Canada, ~$49,590 in the US) has more horsepower along with a 12-volt hybrid system of its own.
    Thomas and James explore the ins and outs of these three German competitors and try to decide which they would take home if given the chance. We hope you enjoy the episode. Thanks for watching! SUBSCRIBE!
    Huge thank you to BMW Markham for letting us feature their 330i Xdrive: www.bmwmarkham.com/
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    Post-production by Karston Chong and Thomas Holland
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  • @pshame4466
    @pshame4466 Рік тому +3247

    "as numb as a sailor's arm on a lonely night." LOL

    • @leonted4290
      @leonted4290 Рік тому +84

      That shit was hilarious 😂😂

    • @andrsfch
      @andrsfch Рік тому +33

      Was looking for this hahaha

    • @Audi8pOfSouthAfrica
      @Audi8pOfSouthAfrica Рік тому +34

      You have no idea how accurate this is 😂

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому +4

      @@Audi8pOfSouthAfrica Brandon, i bet the BMW 3 still is underrated as ever.

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому +4

      @@leonted4290 Audi: Oh no, i am in danger.

  • @markbiggart1265
    @markbiggart1265 Рік тому +859

    Guys that opening was GOLD //M330i 😂

    • @R03333
      @R03333 Рік тому +14

      There's a lot of M320d's near me. Must be an unknown model?

    • @jackd232
      @jackd232 Рік тому +17

      @@R03333 I've seen a Subaru M Sti,lmao

    • @lucas_vlanc
      @lucas_vlanc Рік тому +4

      @@jackd232 still can't beat the Supra with an "M-Sport" badge that I saw at a used car dealership

    • @damarfadlan9251
      @damarfadlan9251 Рік тому

      @@R03333 R03, i bet the BMW 3 is much more underrated than BMW 320i.

    • @TheBimmerMan
      @TheBimmerMan Рік тому +4

      @@lucas_vlanc eh, that’s fine. A90 Supra is basically a Z4 M40i and that comes with M badges from the factory.
      this Supra/BMW Z4 joke has been beaten to death hasn’t it?

  • @natewyliestudios
    @natewyliestudios Рік тому +233

    I work for BMW and I always look forward to these comparison videos so I can have a more honest opinion with the other guys who make great cars as well. Keep up the good work!

    • @ymehmetatik
      @ymehmetatik 11 місяців тому +2

      I have a question about that bmw in the video. It has a different front bumper than the other 2023 3 series. Whats the thing about that. What the package name of that.

    • @natewyliestudios
      @natewyliestudios 11 місяців тому +6

      BMW has a good amount of options for styling when you build your car out so I believe what you're referring to is the shadow line package. They've created more sporty options for designs on every model.

    • @johnguidetti5839
      @johnguidetti5839 9 місяців тому +5

      @@ymehmetatikSport vs M sport.

    • @Homobikerus
      @Homobikerus 9 місяців тому +3

      Please ask whoever is responsible to do smth about the visuals of the current digital instruments! At least to add some decent customisation possibilities. Those sharp-angled boomerangs both ain't exactly informative and not nice to look at.
      Most likely eventually I'll have to concede and force myself to update (still loving my F30 LCI too much though) but it would feel a lot like stepping over myself.

    • @TravelBreakthrough
      @TravelBreakthrough 7 місяців тому

      Since I been reviewing bmws my channel is smaller for the time being and what I noticed is a lot of bmw hate idk why

  • @gitbse
    @gitbse Рік тому +388

    330 owner here. I agree with Thomas every time. The differences between these are small.. but noticeable. My 330 has some addons and a tune, and when you push it you can tell there’s a sports car soul underneath. It’s still just a daily driver though, but it’s a good one.

    • @chango.-.
      @chango.-. Рік тому +32

      A damn good daily driver!! I got one with 32k miles for $29k. Got a maintance plan, and service contract. 39 mpg on the highway, fast and can swing the tail when I want, and a smooth luxury ride.
      It's a great deal

    • @alecmnatzakanian5246
      @alecmnatzakanian5246 Рік тому

      330 owner here, what have u done to it?

    • @matthewmoran8661
      @matthewmoran8661 Рік тому +7

      Cars don’t have souls

    • @matthewthedude146
      @matthewthedude146 Рік тому +1

      I just purchased a 330i which tune did you go with?

    • @gitbse
      @gitbse Рік тому

      @Matthew Shote just a Dinan piggyback tuner so far. It's not a ton, but definitely noticeable. They claim ~15hp without other add-ons, I'd say it's pretty accurate. Probably going to a full dinan ECU flash this spring.

  • @AhmedMahmoud-ps5tc
    @AhmedMahmoud-ps5tc Рік тому +726

    The old version of this video was my first TH video
    It is so good to see how much TH evolved since then

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому +19

      Yep. Even surpassing CarWow and Top Gear. Somehow.

    • @jkliao6486
      @jkliao6486 Рік тому +5

      For me it's the performance variant comparison. One of the best and most entertaining car channels on youtube.

    • @mcmitonet8032
      @mcmitonet8032 Рік тому

      yeahhh I always keep that old video in my phone. like have watched them hundred times.

    • @damarfadlan9251
      @damarfadlan9251 Рік тому

      @@mcmitonet8032 for me i have watched it 200 times.

    • @147427
      @147427 Рік тому

      Same

  • @mr.transporter7601
    @mr.transporter7601 Рік тому +833

    When she refused to turn on the heated steering wheel from Thomas’s seat was epic 😂

    • @damarfadlan9251
      @damarfadlan9251 Рік тому +5

      Thomas seat is always amazing as ever.

    • @eb110americana
      @eb110americana Рік тому +4

      "Uh-uh-uh! You didn't say, 'And I'm James.'"

    • @HaraldinChina
      @HaraldinChina Рік тому +5

      so incredibly German it almost hurts watching

    • @nateward7120
      @nateward7120 Рік тому +1

      Honestly kind of impressive technologically.

    • @emadahmed7145
      @emadahmed7145 10 місяців тому +6

      That was pretty smart from Mercedes. The passenger isn't allowed to mess with the driver seat settings.

  • @maxnapier8736
    @maxnapier8736 Рік тому +37

    Hands down you two have the chemistry not no other reviewer’s can come close to. I can full imagine you referencing every day experience’s. Awesome review with comic touch

  • @TheCrazyHarpers
    @TheCrazyHarpers Рік тому +16

    The channel just keeps getting better and better. Keep up the great work guys! 👏🏼

  • @gdnh
    @gdnh Рік тому +526

    The MB not listening to the passenger vs driver's voice commands is actually amazing

    • @berengerchristy6256
      @berengerchristy6256 Рік тому +37

      2 mics, 1 per seat. computer can tell which mic gets sound first. super simple

    • @gdnh
      @gdnh Рік тому +121

      @@berengerchristy6256 the fact people at MB decided to make it do that is amazing, the technology is obviously simple

    • @andrewanane9715
      @andrewanane9715 Рік тому +33

      @@berengerchristy6256 but not every car does that. So it's amazing to see

    • @bernhardkreindl4379
      @bernhardkreindl4379 Рік тому

      @@berengerchristy6256 i think it is the weight on the seat for Airbags etc. Why MB knows that.

    • @richardnavratil9661
      @richardnavratil9661 Рік тому +15

      @@bernhardkreindl4379 Given that they were both sitting in their seats, weight sensors would be both triggered, so it likely is more the mic thing

  • @Delacey78
    @Delacey78 Рік тому +443

    “Audi is Car” should be on a tee shirt.
    Great review as always 🎉

    • @vertrox3435
      @vertrox3435 Рік тому +20

      Something about James saying "Audi is Car" with that vacant smile on his face made me really happy

    • @tommyclarke3225
      @tommyclarke3225 Рік тому +1

      I would buy one

    • @damarfadlan9251
      @damarfadlan9251 Рік тому +1

      @@vertrox3435 more like Audi and Nissan are overrated.

    • @chadburke8229
      @chadburke8229 Рік тому +10

      @@tommyclarke3225 I did buy one I love my 2023 a4 prestige

    • @marquesridley2464
      @marquesridley2464 Рік тому +8

      I love my 2021 A4 sline, a few bolts ons and 034 springs woke her up

  • @Screaming-Trees
    @Screaming-Trees 9 місяців тому +94

    We bought the A4 just the other week. The fully specced out Technik edition in white with black optics. We really like the almost total cabin isolation which brings the road and traffic noise to almost zero. The combination of analogue and digital is just about perfect. We appreciate not having to use a touch screen to control things like the AC and volume. Audi virtual cockpit is pretty cool too. The understated interior design and styling overall is what was a big selling point. The MB in contrast looks a bit like a gaming PC inside. The ambient lights package in the Audi is perfect and perfectly implemented. Just about enough. Again in the MB it's a bit much. If you're tall like me and my wife you'll appreciate the Audi. The seats are wide and there is a lot of headroom and leg room. We only tried the BMW in addition to the Audi and the seats were smaller just fyi. I love the way BMWs drive but the Audi isn't far behind. For the kind of driving that you'll be doing in Canada I'd go Audi or MB in second place then the BMW. I think it's probably fair to say that all three are great cars and you'd probably be happy with either. We weren't the biggest fans of interior design in either the BMW or MB but that's a preference thing.

    • @jasonr7035
      @jasonr7035 Місяць тому

      How has reliability been?

  • @markjohnson2079
    @markjohnson2079 Рік тому +53

    You guys always have fantastic content across a ton of cars - and it is very much appreciated! Maybe an updated S4, C43, and BMW comparison is in the works? How do those cars compare to something like a G70? Everyone online seems to compare G70s against Stingers or Acuras but seems to be limited content for the G70 vs zee germans?! Thanks again guys! keep up the great work!

  • @MacDaddyC7Z06
    @MacDaddyC7Z06 Рік тому +655

    I swear this is the best car review channel. I have been a fan for years.

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому +6

      Even Hagerty and Collecting Cars are surprisingly ahead of Carwow.

    • @africar4592
      @africar4592 Рік тому +1

      @@purwantiallan5089 says who

    • @DJL78
      @DJL78 Рік тому +2

      They are on a totally different level. Easily the best car content on UA-cam.

    • @mitchelwatson8963
      @mitchelwatson8963 Рік тому +2

      I was just thinking that! Love all the other main channels, but for some reason regardless of what cars T&J are reviewing I click on it immediately!

    • @k-peezy2723
      @k-peezy2723 Рік тому +3

      There's also JayEmme which is awesome. I'm just glad we have choices now.

  • @loganstroud7357
    @loganstroud7357 Рік тому +700

    I would love to see the review of the one class up cars: 5-series vs. E-Class vs. A6!

    • @tajothy2692
      @tajothy2692 Рік тому +29

      next year there will be a new 5 series / e class . So its worth to until then

    • @ThatBoyGc
      @ThatBoyGc Рік тому +1

      its actually 4 series vs e class vs a4

    • @cha7269
      @cha7269 Рік тому +67

      @@ThatBoyGc no it isnt lmao, 4 series would be against the c class coupe

    • @derrionbrumfield4183
      @derrionbrumfield4183 Рік тому +1

      Definitely!!!

    • @bigQraz
      @bigQraz Рік тому +23

      @@ThatBoyGc 4 series = 3 series coupe.
      So Mercedes c-coupe = 4 series.
      A5 = a4 Coupé.
      So 4series vs C-Coupé vs a5

  • @GemmyDonCars
    @GemmyDonCars Рік тому +7

    I will never tire of the helmet intro banging the sill of that i8. I look forward to it every single time.

  • @roniebonilla8611
    @roniebonilla8611 Рік тому +5

    Awesome , awesome review guys, love your videos and always look forward to the next. Great insight on the vehicles, thank you for the different perspectives given and also for pointing out unbiased critique for all 3 brand as well as praise. See y'all on the next video!

  • @kamikazi5144
    @kamikazi5144 Рік тому +335

    James almost called that Benz crap hahaha

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому +8

      Yep. Lanzhu Zhong funnily also almost say that Benz as crap. 😂

    • @Welcometofacsistube
      @Welcometofacsistube Рік тому +19

      It's called a Freudian slip

    • @mikeyap4159
      @mikeyap4159 Рік тому

      Crap then oops better restraint!

    • @Promisedland_garage
      @Promisedland_garage Рік тому

      Lol but its not crap then states

    • @jackd232
      @jackd232 Рік тому +16

      I have a C43 Coupe 2017 model, bro, the brake has been the same, sounds so odd, the suspension is total garbage, jumping all the time

  • @SweDownhill
    @SweDownhill Рік тому +76

    I can watch your videos all day! Incredibly informative, funny and professional. 🏆 Thanks for all the hard work you put into making them 😍

  • @alexrendon4037
    @alexrendon4037 Рік тому +2

    You guys capture the original essence of each one of these.
    Great video review... & awesome humor !

  • @Kidszone936
    @Kidszone936 Рік тому +4

    The channel just keeps getting better of better.keep up the great work guys

  • @pz2092
    @pz2092 Рік тому +109

    The “M” intro had me dying 😂. You see that so much with the badges and don’t forget the 3 color grill insert. +20 hp

    • @jstreampc5132
      @jstreampc5132 Рік тому +1

      i know right. so lame.

    • @drinnify
      @drinnify Рік тому

      Why didn't they mock the "amg" c class though, even though that amg pack only brought looks, the bmw m badge atleast comes with a stiffer suspension

    • @theperfex
      @theperfex Рік тому

      @@drinnify because there's no uber amg thing out there.

    • @lukas6610
      @lukas6610 Рік тому

      @@drinnify it has to do with the customers i think bmw are gonna be bought by young people more often while mercedes is popular with older people.

    • @drinnify
      @drinnify Рік тому +1

      @@lukas6610 why does that matter in this regard?

  • @huskiek1693
    @huskiek1693 Рік тому +10

    This is quite a throwback. The old way of shooting videos. I love it

  • @R3Dband10
    @R3Dband10 Рік тому +47

    I feel like a show comparing 2002 Models versus 2022 models would be interesting and help to bring us more content. I would love to see the comparisons between my 2002 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro and the 2022 Audi A6. Everything from engine options and interior options and all the specs available in 2002 and the same with the 2022. Then we can see what things have gotten better in two decades and what has gotten worse or we don’t like.

  • @blueb4829
    @blueb4829 Рік тому +24

    I bought the Mercedes after shopping all three brands. I did like the BMW, but they didn't have the 2023 model in stock at the time. The Mercedes does have decent legroom in the back and I think looks classier, which is why I like it better.

  • @quochuynhminh510
    @quochuynhminh510 Рік тому +4

    This video brings back the first time that I've ever watched you guys. The same vid with these 3 models back in 2019. Time flies, 've been watching every vids since then.

  • @deliciousdaddyfood7251
    @deliciousdaddyfood7251 Рік тому +1

    Excellent and fair review as always. Can’t help but notice the merc’s bending with the volume and heated seat buttons being depressed.

  • @TheBerkAkbulut
    @TheBerkAkbulut Рік тому +104

    4 years ago, I was trying to decide what to buy between Audi A4, BMW 3.30 and Merc C300 and I came up with your channel on UA-cam. Since that day, I’m following you and watching every piece of video you uploaded. By the way I bought BMW 3.30 because you chose it the best in your video :) Now, after 4 years, here we’re again, comparing these cars and I’m loving it. Keep up the good work guys, you’re awesome.

    • @rENEGADE666JEDI
      @rENEGADE666JEDI Рік тому +3

      I bought AR Giulia 2 years ago. I am very happy but I would probably choose the 340i today. 2.0 turbo engine, no matter how much power it would have, if you do not press it, it is not pleasant to drive. The M or QV versions are unfortunately too expensive for my budget :(

    • @JosvanMeer
      @JosvanMeer Рік тому +7

      @@rENEGADE666JEDI I cant buy a BMW simply because of the poor build quality alone. Interior quality is absolutely abysmal. Since thats the part you see 100% of the time driving the vehicle I find that extremely important. Audi for me, all the way. Mercedes is simply not a sports sedan. Never have been. You really gotta pay up at Mercedes to get that performance premium. The new MB cars however look nice but are built like crap as well. Audi is a clearly better built car in every way possible.

    • @leevin7546
      @leevin7546 Рік тому +11

      @@JosvanMeer Be honest mate, you made the choice before you ever got inside any of them. Also, the unprompted coping hints at buyers remorse.

    • @lukas6610
      @lukas6610 Рік тому +2

      @@JosvanMeeryeah i feel like they went over it to quickly in this video the audi has the best interior by far in my opinion.

    • @PugalRK
      @PugalRK Рік тому

      But interior BMW nowhere near by Mercedes.

  • @gabegonzales8618
    @gabegonzales8618 Рік тому +417

    Can’t wait for y’all to get your hands on the new M2! Hopefully you guys can share your thoughts !

    • @bella_testastretta
      @bella_testastretta Рік тому +26

      ugly but fun but still prefer the previous one. there ya go lol

    • @damarfadlan9251
      @damarfadlan9251 Рік тому

      @@bella_testastretta yep. The previous model like BMW X2.

    • @Ssh52
      @Ssh52 Рік тому +16

      @@damarfadlan9251 What does the X2 have to do with the M2?

    • @No-xv1fp
      @No-xv1fp Рік тому +1

      I hope they compare it to Thomas’ M2 if they do get their hands on it.

    • @dimitriplotnitzky2428
      @dimitriplotnitzky2428 Рік тому

      Actually not a bad feature. Imagine having kids sitting in the back or stupid friends sitting next to you and speaking to your car making it turn on seat heating, changing seating position, etc.

  • @alekseyshcheglyuk3830
    @alekseyshcheglyuk3830 Рік тому +1

    That intro was gold 😂 I love your guys intros. keep it up 👍

  • @naushadbudhwani4195
    @naushadbudhwani4195 Рік тому +14

    Love your reviews guys! What we need is a 2023 bmw m340i vs c43 vs s4/5 video. What do you guys think?

  • @Battery-Powered
    @Battery-Powered Рік тому +73

    😁 Love your sense of humour ! Thank you for another great comparison .

  • @n.naovaratpong2700
    @n.naovaratpong2700 Рік тому +22

    I would love this type of video with 5 series, E-class and the A6

  • @alexk.9952
    @alexk.9952 Рік тому

    I waited a lot for this video! Thanks guys!

  • @johnnybravo6999
    @johnnybravo6999 Рік тому

    That intro....EPIC! Great review guys!

  • @PaddyMcMe
    @PaddyMcMe Рік тому +9

    The BIG advantage all these new 330i/C300/A4 Quattro type luxury sports cars have over the one's from 10-20 years ago is that we've finally reached the point where putting the car into Sport / Comfort / Race / Off-Road / Etc actually makes a real and significant difference to how the car feels and drives.
    From the Steering, Suspension, Throttle & Break Sensitivity, Break Balancing, Engine Mapping, Shifting & Exhaust Noise and more all significantly change now. As such you genuinely can have the best of all worlds depending on the circumstances.
    I've a top of the line 2004 LS430 Ultra Luxury edition which is 18 years old and in it all the 'Sport' setting does is allow it to Rev a little higher shifting gears. That's it. Even the 'Snow' Setting just starts the car in 2nd gear. That's it.

  • @Adamred1
    @Adamred1 Рік тому +71

    I purchased the C300 for luxury purposes. Coming from a 2016 328i it was sporty, fun to drive. But I preferred more luxury and the new c300 does that for me. Brakes as they said jerk you but over time you get use to it. I enjoy my C300, hope you enjoy whichever fits your lifestyle. God bless

    • @donjohn2239
      @donjohn2239 Рік тому +4

      Sounds like remorse.

    • @johnsambo9379
      @johnsambo9379 Рік тому +10

      Sounds like you are jealous.

    • @lizparks1662
      @lizparks1662 Рік тому +7

      Looking to get a c300 soon, I can't wait🙏🏾 I drove one and it was amazing, the interior is so perfect

    • @maddcrz
      @maddcrz Рік тому +5

      I love my c300, for me it's a good all rounder, I feel like I'm paying the price I paid.

    • @medicalguru7465
      @medicalguru7465 11 місяців тому +1

      Do you mean that as you press the brake pedal , the brake pedal itself shakes/jitters??

  • @dyatel92
    @dyatel92 Рік тому +3

    More comparisons guys!!! That is so cool when you compare similar class cars!

  • @brianwilliszw
    @brianwilliszw Рік тому

    you guys r awesome, loved the review!

  • @kristofk1902
    @kristofk1902 Рік тому +4

    Great video as always but I’d love to see all these cars in the next level trim put head to head

  • @teshane8784
    @teshane8784 Рік тому +4

    I just love how throttle house script their episodes 😂😂😂always funny and informative

  • @niccanavan1028
    @niccanavan1028 Рік тому

    Fun fact the first Throttle House video I watched was the 2019 comparison, been loving every upload since!!

  • @conniekeyse
    @conniekeyse Рік тому

    First time to catch one of your videos. Loved it! Very informative & entertaining 🚘!

  • @benlecluyse
    @benlecluyse Рік тому +4

    Amazing video like always guys !!

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому

      Ben, the BMW 3 in this case still above the Audi. And Benz.

  • @VincentGalbo
    @VincentGalbo Рік тому +55

    Love this video. Been cross shopping these three cars for months. Got an Audi A4 on order, just felt so composed, so confident, and did everything right.

    • @JosvanMeer
      @JosvanMeer Рік тому +8

      Have had an Audi A4 for years, you will love it. Those things are just perfect. Does everything right. It honestly is a dream car for me, its the BEST car.

    • @pistonburner6448
      @pistonburner6448 Рік тому +4

      Haha. Non-car-guys will make the mistake of going for numb & understeer... Enjoy the worst possible layout: front-wheel-drive-based with the engine in front of the front axle.

    • @VincentGalbo
      @VincentGalbo Рік тому +4

      @@JosvanMeer thanks, really excited. Out of all the cars I’ve tested it just does something to me. Just feels a car refined to the 10th degree.

    • @VincentGalbo
      @VincentGalbo Рік тому +9

      @@pistonburner6448 I think it’s 40-60 split with 60 to the rear. I’m never going to be pushing the car to the limit, so not a big deal for me. Just want a daily driver that’s super safe and a hint of fun. Blows my CX-5 out of the water.

    • @dap5229
      @dap5229 Рік тому +7

      @@pistonburner6448 It is not front wheel drive based, the quattro versions are rear biased. The engine is mounted longitudinally

  • @16rongon
    @16rongon 3 місяці тому

    Just watched a minute of this and I already love the TopGear style narration 😄

  • @kunal4425
    @kunal4425 Рік тому

    Great review ❤

  • @bentawakali6154
    @bentawakali6154 Рік тому +31

    The Intro 🤣🤣🤣.. You guys nailed it

  • @ivannarvaez367
    @ivannarvaez367 Рік тому +33

    That 3 series looks so good, so simple that it looks old school(in a good way).

    • @retropickups2000
      @retropickups2000 Рік тому +3

      Boring old design

    • @anwarabdullah8581
      @anwarabdullah8581 Рік тому

      ​@@retropickups2000 yup G80 front end is boring design.

    • @flyingdin1164
      @flyingdin1164 2 місяці тому +1

      @@retropickups2000only boring to those who can’t enjoy one.

  • @rr.2194
    @rr.2194 Рік тому +1

    Love this channel. Hosts seem to be having fun, and that's what makes this so entertaining 😂. Please don't change lol.

  • @Adamlllllllllllljjjljljjjjj

    The start was amazing😂 just that beginning has made be satisfied with the video

  • @KingRich7
    @KingRich7 Рік тому +79

    I haven’t seen the big 3 go at it in a while thanks guys ❤

  • @timothycoyne5874
    @timothycoyne5874 Рік тому +17

    Great review video! I had considered each of these cars, both the last versions and the new/current ones, and to my surprise I picked the C300. I just bought a service loaner ‘22 with 500 miles on it (with a healthy discount off sticker and an extra year of warranty since it was sold as a CPO). It has the AMG Line package with sport suspension, which I think limits body roll in the corners nicely. This is my first luxury car, first German car, and first car whose MSRP was north of $50K USD. Just got it yesterday so it will be a little while before I really get used to it, but so far I really like it.
    By the way, the heated steering wheel turns on when you turn on the heated seats.

    • @Devin-wm2bv
      @Devin-wm2bv Рік тому +1

      Enjoy the car!

    • @boukm3n
      @boukm3n Рік тому +3

      How do you like the interior? AmazIng isn’t it?

    • @timothycoyne5874
      @timothycoyne5874 Рік тому +3

      @@boukm3n Yes, it is amazing, and I do love it! My car has inlaid aluminum stripes in the natural wood dash and enhanced ambient lighting. The interior is a major reason I bought this particular C300.

    • @teleguy5699
      @teleguy5699 Рік тому +2

      @@timothycoyne5874 Sadly, you get fanboys here that think everyone buys vehicle for "track day". I'm an Audi owner but love all German vehicles. Enjoy you new car!

  • @TheKennyMas
    @TheKennyMas Рік тому +1

    That intro is priceless!!!!

  • @MsStephers
    @MsStephers Рік тому

    I freakin love this channel. Watched the intro four times. Crying. 😂

  • @PortersGarage
    @PortersGarage Рік тому +19

    Great video!
    We enjoy our 2019 A4, and between the 3 in this class I’d go the same route again, however I’m not 100% sure which one I’d chose in the next class up (maybe the M340i instead of S4?). Great review, always enjoy your videos!

    • @CrazyWeeMonkey
      @CrazyWeeMonkey Рік тому +2

      Exact same thoughts here. I'd choose the A4 between ones with the 4cyl engines (B9 A4 interior design is peak UX) but the B58 in the M340i is so insanely good that an S4 would be a tough choice. All are great cars though!

    • @davraam7595
      @davraam7595 Рік тому +1

      Just bout a 19 a4, A4 is easily the best in class but the other models from Mercedes and BMW are way more competitive

    • @hectorsanchez5818
      @hectorsanchez5818 Рік тому

      Never ever get the same car twice, had the s4, time for the m3

  • @75jhay
    @75jhay Рік тому +3

    Awesome review ...im definitely getting the BMW then ...and kudos to the presenters ..very well read and nice word plays and references...

  • @joshmoore1715
    @joshmoore1715 Рік тому +2

    Just got my M2 competition because of you a week ago! Traded in a lifted Toyota Tundra, and yes I live in Canada, so I might be crazy.

  • @146Tasha26
    @146Tasha26 Рік тому

    Holy new opening!! It’s GORGEOUS 🥰

  • @sakinapdf
    @sakinapdf Рік тому +34

    I discovered this channel because of their 2022 Honda Civic review(my sister bought one so I HAD to send a good review video to her). I'm so glad to have stumbled upon this masterpiece of a duo because im a massive fan. the intros are a work of art, as always. Never change Thomas and James. the banter between you both is unparalleled :)

  • @siyandajola585
    @siyandajola585 Рік тому +86

    This felt like watching BMW and Audi guys arguing. Both wanted their favourites to win🤣🤣🤣

    • @LetsDIYIt
      @LetsDIYIt Рік тому +31

      James seemed to be more open minded. Thomas' bias towards BMW really showed. The Audi, IMHO was by far the best looking car of the 3. Thomas was just like meh. I don't think it was even close. The BMW was the most boring and ordinary looking of the 3

    • @jackd232
      @jackd232 Рік тому +8

      @@LetsDIYIt Audi exterior is the best but Mecedes just have outclassed the two with it's interior

    • @LetsDIYIt
      @LetsDIYIt Рік тому +16

      @@jackd232 without hard buttons, I gave to disagree. It doesn't matter how it looks if it's a pita to use. Why these manufacturers are putting all touch screen options in a 1.5 or 2 or even 4 ton vehicle is beyond me. It's simply not safe. Again, just for safety alone I'd take the Audi over the Mercedes. If going off looks only, the Mercedes interior is definitely nice, but from a practicality standpoint it's a failure for me. The screen in the BMW is just hideous

    • @jackd232
      @jackd232 Рік тому +2

      @@LetsDIYIt Soon, you will see the big screen comes to Audi A4/S4, it's just how they put more useless features in.😂

    • @jackd232
      @jackd232 Рік тому +1

      @@LetsDIYIt I will take Caddy CT5-V AWD with 3.0TT V6 with the same money, just a way better car if you don't care the badge too much.

  • @nrnccrdn
    @nrnccrdn Рік тому

    What a great review!

  • @Sexyduffman420
    @Sexyduffman420 Рік тому

    That intro was glorious!

  • @xxsonsxx30
    @xxsonsxx30 Рік тому +61

    As my pre lci 330i warranty is coming to an end im looking at all three of these. Perfect timing TH! Great video as always, keep it up!

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому +23

      BMW 330i? I bet that car after 17 years still is great to drive.

    • @asad-kc8zf
      @asad-kc8zf Рік тому +12

      So I was right, Germans are good as long as they run especially under warranty. After 20 plus years of a BMW fan including 2 M3’s moved on to Japanese for a bit more reliability. I am sure you can argue otherwise. 😊

    • @MrBasically810
      @MrBasically810 Рік тому +22

      @@purwantiallan5089 dude my wife has a 2022 bmw 330 m sport and i drive it every morning to get a coffee, every roundabout i put that thing sideways and it still drives like im driving it off the lot for the first time.

    • @MrLalasd
      @MrLalasd Рік тому +4

      Why, the 330i is really reliable. Just keep it. I am going to keep my A4 for the same reason.

    • @siddharthsharma8940
      @siddharthsharma8940 Рік тому +8

      @@MrLalasd he wants to make BMW richer, and isn't smart with his money.
      I like people like him. Thanks to him, the used car market is filled with good bargains.
      Please sell you cars as soon as warranty expires, so that guys like me can buy them for cheap ;)

  • @m095730
    @m095730 Рік тому +3

    The beginning of this was hilarious! 😂 😂

  • @tateastill5841
    @tateastill5841 Рік тому

    cant believe I hadn't seen this. classy as always gents

  • @logenninefinger3420
    @logenninefinger3420 Рік тому

    very nice review!

  • @147427
    @147427 Рік тому +3

    Their 2019 comparison video is how I found their channel! Now they r back at it again

  • @postictal7846
    @postictal7846 Рік тому +12

    The foliage color is beautiful. Great driving scenery.

  • @alvingilmore9262
    @alvingilmore9262 24 дні тому

    The intro had me in stitches!! 🤣

  • @shaunlunney7551
    @shaunlunney7551 Рік тому +1

    Was hoping you guys would throw the Caddies into the mix! good they got a mention at the end at least!

  • @WaveManMike
    @WaveManMike Рік тому +11

    This would’ve been so helpful 2 months ago when I was car shopping 😅
    I was considering each of these cars.

  • @cueballB
    @cueballB Рік тому +212

    Power of the audi, looks of the merc, driving pleasure of the bmw. There you go, perfect car

    • @trapulizer
      @trapulizer Рік тому +131

      That’s a Porsche

    • @mg9146
      @mg9146 Рік тому +10

      @@trapulizer yeah for 100.000k

    • @pb4920
      @pb4920 Рік тому +15

      Power of the Audi 😂 no just no

    • @pb4920
      @pb4920 Рік тому +1

      I'll just have a coyote for those prices

    • @manasbhadauria2935
      @manasbhadauria2935 Рік тому +1

      @@pb4920 your talking about the mustang right

  • @ByJakeRyan
    @ByJakeRyan Рік тому

    The previous 2 vids in this series have been my favorite

  • @GT-22
    @GT-22 Рік тому

    Amazing review! You are the go to channel for car reviews now, at least for myself. One question, would it make sense to compare these with a similar priced Tesla Model 3? As people might be cross shopping across all of these type of cars.

  • @ego4551
    @ego4551 Рік тому +77

    German A4 owner here.
    If you want the A4 to be more like a sports car, you need to get the full quattro (not quattro ultra technology) with crown gear and rear sport diff. None of which is available in North America.

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому +6

      The a4 is insane too.

    • @questionyourself718
      @questionyourself718 Рік тому +4

      and also not available on the german A4 anymore. these times have Sadly passed..

    • @ego4551
      @ego4551 Рік тому +1

      @@questionyourself718 I can still equip it in the configurator. It's only 50tdi though

    • @questionyourself718
      @questionyourself718 Рік тому

      @@ego4551 when i tried it last time it where not available anywhere.. huh

    • @Pabla98
      @Pabla98 Рік тому +7

      You have to step up to the S4 for full Quattro with rear sport diff, but then at that price point you're competing against the C43 and M340i and generally both those are still sportier than the S4. IMO the A4/5 lineups is always the goldilocks between the C class and 3 series.

  • @theshowmaster3836
    @theshowmaster3836 Рік тому +16

    I recently visited the BMW plant where they make the X3-X7 models, and it really helps you imagine how much work is put into modern automobiles.

  • @kevmagill5163
    @kevmagill5163 Рік тому

    Always a great review with Thomas and James...their camaraderie and sophisticated joviality is commensurate with their insightfulnessityous.
    And all the next day I will awkwardly cram these witty asides into any conversation I can, no matter how inappropriate.
    🤓👍

  • @dileepkol9283
    @dileepkol9283 Рік тому

    Nice information 😊

  • @jash3023
    @jash3023 Рік тому +21

    Love the comparisons between the more practical cars

  • @ARentz07
    @ARentz07 Рік тому +6

    My wife and I have a G20 330i with the M Sport package - specifically, it's a 2021, making it pre-LCI. I don't know why we'd want to upgrade to the new one, honestly. iDrive 8? Doesn't seem entirely better than iDrive 7. 7 is just simple to read and simple to use, while looking pretty modern. The performance is pretty much the same, and arguably, the pre-LCI cars look better. Having said that, of the three cars here, we'd probably end up picking that one if we had to choose. The M Sport package is a must, though, if you want the nice and chunky steering wheel and larger M Sport wheels on the outside, which do serve to make the car feel more sporty overall.
    The Audi looks great. I've often heard that they have numb-but-accurate steering, but I wonder how much of a deal breaker that is. It's not like our 330i has amazing steering, but there is some feedback to it. Anyway, it just has a low-key, yet sharp, look to it that I personally like.
    I just don't find the Benz appealing at all. The body looks okay, though very much a stretched CLA. The interior and such are a big "no" for me. The big slabs that are screens just are not elegant enough to be in "a Benz".
    Overall the BMW has been a fantastic car. Perfect? No. Sometimes the braking feel is annoying as mentioned in the video, but it can be adapted to. It gets stellar fuel mileage, too, and though the suspension can be a bit busy on broken pavement, it's a phenomenal highway cruiser. On top of that, it's pretty entertaining to drive.

  • @jonathanjones1814
    @jonathanjones1814 Рік тому +1

    Intro never fails 😂😂😂

  • @nexroff7456
    @nexroff7456 Рік тому

    Nice work

  • @fostersmall3570
    @fostersmall3570 Рік тому +7

    Dude haven’t laughed this hard in a while 😂 you guys are amazing, really. Keep up the amazing work

  • @cavaseno
    @cavaseno Рік тому +7

    We’re going to also need a 2023 C43 • m340i • S4 comparison like last year.

  • @samuelhoward8504
    @samuelhoward8504 Рік тому

    Fantastic Intro! I laughed :)

  • @xoliswabungane1088
    @xoliswabungane1088 Рік тому +1

    I like that you guys have included kilowatts and NM. Thank you.

  • @kanon_od_ua
    @kanon_od_ua Рік тому +5

    Wow guys what a beautiful autumn road! I want to travel there! Greetings from Ukraine!!

  • @lunisan
    @lunisan Рік тому +3

    100 views in 1 minute.... This channel is rocking

  • @gunjankaushik4638
    @gunjankaushik4638 Рік тому

    bro u have ultimate knowledge of vechile...appreciate

  • @Arthur-tp4pq
    @Arthur-tp4pq Рік тому

    Lovely review

  • @jacksonhoward3743
    @jacksonhoward3743 Рік тому +4

    Honestly I can't say anything about the new 3 series makes me want to upgrade from my trusty e90 LCI. Both the engine and the hamron sound system make that car sound absolutely amazing no matter what mood you're in. No Audi I have ever been in has had a sound system anywhere close to it, and I don't have a need for any more tech than mine already offers. At least the new car still looks good

  • @Jibrxan
    @Jibrxan Рік тому +240

    Great review as always, shows that you can’t go wrong nowadays just choose your favourite badge

    • @purwantiallan5089
      @purwantiallan5089 Рік тому

      I bet that this car looked amazing.

    • @bartandaelus359
      @bartandaelus359 Рік тому

      Genuinely true. Even the long-held like of Germans costing a fortune to maintain must truly be dead for all but the most cantankerous of performance models. Crappy little hateboxes designed to get self loathing sycophants from their house in the burbs to their job in the CBD are dead. Even a big standard Corolla has an infotainment system that pissed on the Germans and short as 10 years ago... Ago. Cheap cars have gotten better and I think that there's a lot to be said for a frugal car these days.
      I would actually love to see a price point comparison from Thomas and James on exactly this, show us a Camry, a 320i and a Malibu and really pick at what the Beamer does better, if it even is that much better and if the 20k you spend to get it is actually worth it.
      After owning many Germans myself including a e92 335i and a golf GTI mk6 I expect not.

    • @DumbAccordionTricks
      @DumbAccordionTricks Рік тому +32

      Sounds like they're all terrible, you'll go wrong buying any of them

    • @MugiwaraElvin
      @MugiwaraElvin Рік тому +18

      @@DumbAccordionTricks yeah I don’t know what video this guy was watching 😂😂 they just said new gen bad and the merc got noticeably way worse

    • @Jibrxan
      @Jibrxan Рік тому +20

      @@DumbAccordionTricks feel like cars hit their prime around 2018/2019 before everything went hybrid and became more plasticky, but for buying new cars these are the cards we’re dealt unfortunately

  • @SanJ-tp2gz
    @SanJ-tp2gz Рік тому

    its a lovely video, like it a lot

  • @baloyinyiko7621
    @baloyinyiko7621 Рік тому

    Best intro🤣🤣🐐

  • @robsnow2099
    @robsnow2099 Рік тому +9

    5.3 & 5.4 seconds 0-60 for me is excellent speed. The Audi looks the best here, but I wish you guys got the Brooklyn grey 330 M-sport…then it would have been a tie.

  • @doordonotthereisnotry6796
    @doordonotthereisnotry6796 Рік тому +3

    The intros just keep getting better

  • @Wondermoon2
    @Wondermoon2 Рік тому

    The only car reviews channel I enjoy watching the intros of

  • @SsSs-eo2gx
    @SsSs-eo2gx Рік тому

    Its 3 series my favourite car thank u james nd team to upload this very knowledgeable video i get more knowledge with ur videos also your channel content is awesome brother ❤️

  • @mr.c3939
    @mr.c3939 Рік тому +3

    Totally agree on the C-class. Test drove one back to back with a leftover 2021 W205 C-300 and ended up buying that one. Saved $$ and I feel like the new C just isn't a big step forward.

  • @networkn
    @networkn Рік тому +4

    I'd love to see a comparison between the C43AMG the M340i and the Audi S4 Wagons :)