I am not sure if anyone notice but matthew’s English proficiency level amazes me. Unlike some other channels lol. In fact, I am more amazed by his command of English than the car itself! Good job Matthew!
I have a 2018 BMW X1 daily driver and two sports cars and I'm very happy with mine. The first thing that I did was keep the 18" rims for the winter tires although the rims are so nice they're overkill for winter and I got 19" wheels and got rid of the crappy run flats and installed Toyo performance tires. So happy I did. I also installed the BMS CA Intake and added a custom tune as well as a software customization of different options such as added LEDs for the front and rear turns, the fogs and removable of the always active stop engine feature now only on ECO mode. I also added my own custom stereo upgrade using Pioneer tweeters installed over that triangular plastic piece next to the exterior mirrors and especially made for this application and a Pioneer powered sub with active crossover and remote button where the hidden coin box next to the steering wheel (it sounds amazing and less $$$ than the H/K upgrade, and while you don't have to change the little 3" speakers in the doors, you can with Focal or other brands but because the tweeters are so good and that they already cover the same frequency range and with higher octaves too, I wouldn't bother. Using the active crossover variable equalizer on the Pioneer Sub and tweaking the sound controls in the X1 I have the under seat woofers acting more like lower mids thus cleaning up the sound. I also added a nice console box that looks like OEM that fits under the arm rest that I found on Amazon and a few shiny buttons that you can find on EBAY. I also swapped a BMW interior rear-view mirror that has a compass and the homelink remote that opens the garage door and light and I added BMW logo projector lights under the front doors, mine are actually M logos which I also added to the speedometer LED color console and the BMW logo on the screen at startup then profile confirmation. You also have to choose the LED option in the ECU software otherwise you get that weird strobe effect and I have the LED advanced headlight package that adds side illumination when turning. Mine came with all the options except the rear automatic seat fold button which is useless anyway although my rear seat recline by a small amount. We hardly ever have anyone in the rear especially these days...And now with the better wheel and tire package and the BMS intake and software tune the X1 is fast especially in Canada where you get the more powerful 2 liter turbo engine .If you do your homework and look up a few things on the interweb and apply those, you will notice the power improvements believe me. BMW in Canada now makes it super easy to configure one now. 3 or 4 packages with only a handful of options now include everything. My preference would be either the M package or the full professional package and add one or two options. I prefer the older idrive round selector, mine has the writing pad with character recognition, I prefer just using the app to choose destinations and send it to the car. If you need to change while driving, you can use the standard qwerty keyboard to type in your stuff on the touch screen, it's faster. And even the touch screen, there's one on EBAY that's 10" and fits the same space but has advance Bluetooth, a video screen that plays videos and Android auto and Apple Car Play built in with a high speed processor and memory like an tablet and they're about $500 USD. On the modification software you can add a few things to the HUD screen too. After driving the X1 a few months this spring and summer I have to say I'm very impressed. It's incredibly peppy and surprises the Civic, Elantra, VW Golf/GTI/R and many other cars especially after a tune. In Canada mine came with optional glass that cuts more sound. I was going to get a BMW X3 M4.0 but then when I test drove this vehicle I was so impressed that I will leave the sports to my sports cars. I looked at a lot of competition before I made my choice: Toyota Rav 4 and now only only come in Hybrid BTW for 2021; The Acura RDX, the Lexus UX Hybrid which is under powered and does not have as nice an interior and there's always that controversial grill that's akin to cilantro (you either like it or hate it) ; the Ford Escape, Mazda CX-5, Mercedes GLA 250 (not even close); VW Tiguan, Honda, GM and KIA and Hyundai were not on my target short list. There is nothing close...but BMW better step up their game because the new 2021 Mercedes GLA AMG 35 is here and it's price competitive and is very nice looking and fully loaded with TWO 10.25" high res digital screens! Yes you read right...2 10.25" screens and over 300 HP and TQ and AMG brakes at the same price after you add the options on the M package. Great review too!
Thanks for the review....classy touch picking on BMW drivers not putting their signals on during lane change...please note that this phenomenon happens with malaysian drivers of other brands as well....
For those used to using the signal stalk on the right hand side of the steering wheel, having one on the left side on BMW or other continental cars ( and like those now on the Proton and Perodua) can be a pain to use....can count many times I put on the wiper instead when intending to signal left or right! Need getting used to but it should be uncivicminded for those who purposely don't use the signal lights at all....
Anyone consider 20i vs 18i, just get 20i. The B48 engine is easy to tune with BM3. With stage 1 tuning, you will get the performance equivalent to 30i. 18i is only 1.5 liter turbo. Not much headroom. Also with M-Sport bodykit, the extra is just worth it.
Between 18i (1.5-litre 3 cylinder engine) and 20i (2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine) both turbocharged, it's already clear cut choice, just get the 20i variant together with 5 years warranty and free service package, moreover it's RM200k car where mostly can afford difference of RM10k - 20k, not RM30k - RM40k car where difference of just RM3k - RM5k means a lot to budget car buyers. Also, 18i might be underpowered and with hefty car body weight, FC will be suffer - even higher petrol consumption than 20i variant, not to mention shorter mounting lifespan of 3-cylinder engine compared with 4-cylinder engine.
I have been an expat in Malaysia and Thailand for a few years and enjoyed your reviews generally, mate. Now following them closely as I'm approaching a car shift soon. But I dont get why people would splurge out the north part of 200k for something that is essentially an Excel sheet on wheels while getting something Japanese that addresses its flaws for a lot lot less. Is it just me or are most car reviewers generally biased towards BMW because of the badge? Forgiving their major product flaws like comfort, NVH, lack of safety kit (any equipment for that matter), or any attempts of better interior design, in exchange for something that rides around corners slightly better? Plus not mentioning anything about how notoriously unreliable BMWs is something that reviewers tend to fail to mention...
I have been working in automotive industry for more than 7 years. What I can said is the reliability of BMW is far better after the F series such as F10, F30 etc. BMW famous flaw is electronic parts and wiring harness. I saw E60 changes the entire wiring harness cost RM 12k (part only) in aftermarket. The reason of these problem mainly due to tropical countries tend to be hot and high humidity. Unlikely 4 seasons countries the climate is dry. BMW is doing well in 4 seasons countries but pretty bad in tropical zone. They found their weakness and has enhanced the electronic part over the years. This is based on true story or else you can join the BMW club to find out more.
The same car is going to be reviewed by _many_ car journalists. And journalists talk a lot during reviews, don't they? Not wearing masks will make it much harder to sanitize the car interior.
Hi Nathan, sorry I just saw this. Honestly, the XC40 feels more premium and rides pretty well. Objectively the Volvo is the better car (much better safety and engine performance), so if you’re not a badge snob and can fork out a bit more money on a new car, I think you’ll be pretty happy with the XC40. I know I would... if I could afford it. Hope that helps!
So between this and the ux, which one will u go for? Hmm need to test drive both to get the feel and not disappointed later with the purchase. 200k+ is a lot of money for me to splurge on car
im watching all these reviews as if I cud afford one, hha.. but hey, id say for SUV segment X1 sure is a great all rounder! but my heart kinda set to the new GLA, ugh..so sexy!
@@matthewtong123 If you are reviewing the car alone and there is no one else close by, is a mask really necessary ? Very good review nonetheless, I enjoy your explanations in excellent English.
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I am not sure if anyone notice but matthew’s English proficiency level amazes me. Unlike some other channels lol. In fact, I am more amazed by his command of English than the car itself! Good job Matthew!
Totally agree. Immaculate.
Indeed he is !
Ying yuan Gue he must be a fan of carwow
Tang chueng khai hahahha matt is english.. nothing complicated about how he speaks
I concur. It’s exemplary with his diction grammar and comprehension. Truly amazing.
I have a 2018 BMW X1 daily driver and two sports cars and I'm very happy with mine. The first thing that I did was keep the 18" rims for the winter tires although the rims are so nice they're overkill for winter and I got 19" wheels and got rid of the crappy run flats and installed Toyo performance tires. So happy I did. I also installed the BMS CA Intake and added a custom tune as well as a software customization of different options such as added LEDs for the front and rear turns, the fogs and removable of the always active stop engine feature now only on ECO mode. I also added my own custom stereo upgrade using Pioneer tweeters installed over that triangular plastic piece next to the exterior mirrors and especially made for this application and a Pioneer powered sub with active crossover and remote button where the hidden coin box next to the steering wheel (it sounds amazing and less $$$ than the H/K upgrade, and while you don't have to change the little 3" speakers in the doors, you can with Focal or other brands but because the tweeters are so good and that they already cover the same frequency range and with higher octaves too, I wouldn't bother. Using the active crossover variable equalizer on the Pioneer Sub and tweaking the sound controls in the X1 I have the under seat woofers acting more like lower mids thus cleaning up the sound. I also added a nice console box that looks like OEM that fits under the arm rest that I found on Amazon and a few shiny buttons that you can find on EBAY. I also swapped a BMW interior rear-view mirror that has a compass and the homelink remote that opens the garage door and light and I added BMW logo projector lights under the front doors, mine are actually M logos which I also added to the speedometer LED color console and the BMW logo on the screen at startup then profile confirmation. You also have to choose the LED option in the ECU software otherwise you get that weird strobe effect and I have the LED advanced headlight package that adds side illumination when turning. Mine came with all the options except the rear automatic seat fold button which is useless anyway although my rear seat recline by a small amount. We hardly ever have anyone in the rear especially these days...And now with the better wheel and tire package and the BMS intake and software tune the X1 is fast especially in Canada where you get the more powerful 2 liter turbo engine .If you do your homework and look up a few things on the interweb and apply those, you will notice the power improvements believe me. BMW in Canada now makes it super easy to configure one now. 3 or 4 packages with only a handful of options now include everything. My preference would be either the M package or the full professional package and add one or two options. I prefer the older idrive round selector, mine has the writing pad with character recognition, I prefer just using the app to choose destinations and send it to the car. If you need to change while driving, you can use the standard qwerty keyboard to type in your stuff on the touch screen, it's faster. And even the touch screen, there's one on EBAY that's 10" and fits the same space but has advance Bluetooth, a video screen that plays videos and Android auto and Apple Car Play built in with a high speed processor and memory like an tablet and they're about $500 USD. On the modification software you can add a few things to the HUD screen too. After driving the X1 a few months this spring and summer I have to say I'm very impressed. It's incredibly peppy and surprises the Civic, Elantra, VW Golf/GTI/R and many other cars especially after a tune. In Canada mine came with optional glass that cuts more sound. I was going to get a BMW X3 M4.0 but then when I test drove this vehicle I was so impressed that I will leave the sports to my sports cars. I looked at a lot of competition before I made my choice: Toyota Rav 4 and now only only come in Hybrid BTW for 2021; The Acura RDX, the Lexus UX Hybrid which is under powered and does not have as nice an interior and there's always that controversial grill that's akin to cilantro (you either like it or hate it) ; the Ford Escape, Mazda CX-5, Mercedes GLA 250 (not even close); VW Tiguan, Honda, GM and KIA and Hyundai were not on my target short list. There is nothing close...but BMW better step up their game because the new 2021 Mercedes GLA AMG 35 is here and it's price competitive and is very nice looking and fully loaded with TWO 10.25" high res digital screens! Yes you read right...2 10.25" screens and over 300 HP and TQ and AMG brakes at the same price after you add the options on the M package. Great review too!
You are one of the not so many Malaysians who speaks excellent English. Proud of you. Its flawless.
Its the 4th language here in malaysia.
Thanks for the review....classy touch picking on BMW drivers not putting their signals on during lane change...please note that this phenomenon happens with malaysian drivers of other brands as well....
For those used to using the signal stalk on the right hand side of the steering wheel, having one on the left side on BMW or other continental cars ( and like those now on the Proton and Perodua) can be a pain to use....can count many times I put on the wiper instead when intending to signal left or right! Need getting used to but it should be uncivicminded for those who purposely don't use the signal lights at all....
Anyone consider 20i vs 18i, just get 20i. The B48 engine is easy to tune with BM3. With stage 1 tuning, you will get the performance equivalent to 30i. 18i is only 1.5 liter turbo. Not much headroom. Also with M-Sport bodykit, the extra is just worth it.
BMW X1 sDrive20i M Sport Vs BMW X1 Sdrive 18I ...pl ease
Between 18i (1.5-litre 3 cylinder engine) and 20i (2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine) both turbocharged, it's already clear cut choice, just get the 20i variant together with 5 years warranty and free service package, moreover it's RM200k car where mostly can afford difference of RM10k - 20k, not RM30k - RM40k car where difference of just RM3k - RM5k means a lot to budget car buyers. Also, 18i might be underpowered and with hefty car body weight, FC will be suffer - even higher petrol consumption than 20i variant, not to mention shorter mounting lifespan of 3-cylinder engine compared with 4-cylinder engine.
I have been an expat in Malaysia and Thailand for a few years and enjoyed your reviews generally, mate. Now following them closely as I'm approaching a car shift soon. But I dont get why people would splurge out the north part of 200k for something that is essentially an Excel sheet on wheels while getting something Japanese that addresses its flaws for a lot lot less. Is it just me or are most car reviewers generally biased towards BMW because of the badge? Forgiving their major product flaws like comfort, NVH, lack of safety kit (any equipment for that matter), or any attempts of better interior design, in exchange for something that rides around corners slightly better? Plus not mentioning anything about how notoriously unreliable BMWs is something that reviewers tend to fail to mention...
I have been working in automotive industry for more than 7 years. What I can said is the reliability of BMW is far better after the F series such as F10, F30 etc. BMW famous flaw is electronic parts and wiring harness. I saw E60 changes the entire wiring harness cost RM 12k (part only) in aftermarket. The reason of these problem mainly due to tropical countries tend to be hot and high humidity. Unlikely 4 seasons countries the climate is dry. BMW is doing well in 4 seasons countries but pretty bad in tropical zone. They found their weakness and has enhanced the electronic part over the years.
This is based on true story or else you can join the BMW club to find out more.
Need a comparison video with the sdrive 18i
Looks nice.
But is it better to buy a high range Harrier with all the extras or buy an entry level SUV from BMW?
Please also review sDrive18i and do a comparison side by side & performance wise differences.
Very thorough review and fantastic cinematography. Great work!
Great video. Liked and subscribed. Can you do a video comparison for 20i vs. 18i please? And compare it with Audi Q3 cheers
Nice review! How about doing a comparo between this and mazda cx5? Yes I know they are different categories, but the cx5 is indeed a good drive too.
I think cx8 is more suitable to compare with bmw x1
Great review Matt
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They should include auto signal feature with all BMWs.
Good review from Matt & team
Hi Matt, is the face mask necessary. :) Btw, your review of the car is flawless. can relate to the features you have explained.
The same car is going to be reviewed by _many_ car journalists. And journalists talk a lot during reviews, don't they?
Not wearing masks will make it much harder to sanitize the car interior.
Maybe a new instalment of Driven? You did compare 2 Audis and 2 BMWs + 1 Merc
Audi Q3 and Q5
Hope to see DRIVEN is making comeback
Hi Matthew you’ve driven both this and XC40. Takeaway the semi autonomous driving features and outright HP, how do you rate them?
Hi Nathan, sorry I just saw this. Honestly, the XC40 feels more premium and rides pretty well. Objectively the Volvo is the better car (much better safety and engine performance), so if you’re not a badge snob and can fork out a bit more money on a new car, I think you’ll be pretty happy with the XC40. I know I would... if I could afford it. Hope that helps!
So between this and the ux, which one will u go for? Hmm need to test drive both to get the feel and not disappointed later with the purchase. 200k+ is a lot of money for me to splurge on car
I haven’t driven the UX, but Hafriz has just reviewed it, so hopefully the video will be up by the weekend!
UX feel smaller than X1, test drive both car
why never rever review x4 2020
Please review the new Audi Q3 Sportback...
Does any of the local CKD BMW models have Blind Spot Monitoring?
Good review.
kalau 2nd bagus ke ni?
Yes. 18 vs. 20
More interested to see the review of the 18i
Front headlights projector only function 2 or all 4 headlights on for high beam?
Hahaha the joke about the signal stick is a good one! Bravo
Guys, do not consider 18i, go to 20i at least, Bette 25i. I’m owner of 20i
Picking up my 20i in a few weeks and I’m so excited!
Please review the x3 M sport 🙏
225k sekian terima Kasih 👋🏻👋🏻
Is Harvinder coming back
No sunroof?
It has a lot of tire noise. They should go back to non-RF tires
the turanza tires are crap. ruin the whole driving exp. very loud. change it when you can
im watching all these reviews as if I cud afford one, hha.. but hey, id say for SUV segment X1 sure is a great all rounder! but my heart kinda set to the new GLA, ugh..so sexy!
U guys gotta do the hilux rogue
Pls Review 18i compare to this
Sure..test drive the s18i
x50 more worth? =D
Why wear mask?
corona rings?
Yes, that's what BMW angel eye rings is actually known for. Surprised that not many knows about it.
sDrive 18i plssssss
Ugly foglights? To be honest, I prefer the old ones, looks more like an SUV.
The steering looks big
Nice
I think I might get.........
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at rm240k still dont have AEB? whats wrong with u Bmw? even Perodua can have AEB...
Need to add on RM 5k for driving assistance like AEB, lane keep assist
Haiyyyaaa m version but turanza tyre.
X50 tapau
The nvh..arghh..really? Is it bmw..
GG lah rav4
Handsome..
You like it thicker...haha
U have a weirdly uncomfortable accent. Great video, great content but gotta say you don’t sound natural….. just talk normally like how everyone does.
Ugly, not SUV cross over, more like bigger hatchback
Aiyo, do review also need wear mask 😷??? Over do it.
Have to la bro. RM1,000 not easy to make back ok 😂
@@matthewtong123 If you are reviewing the car alone and there is no one else close by, is a mask really necessary ? Very good review nonetheless, I enjoy your explanations in excellent English.
nice car but feminine looking. meh
Perfect for us ladies!
Not worth for RM225k..
cx5 engine mcm taik slow