The seats are not "cooled", they are ventilated with ambient air. BMW cheaped out on that. Also, that Adaptive button on the center console---you only get that with the Adaptive M suspension option (which may be part of the Ultimate package in Canadia, I don't know). It integrates the adaptive shocks into the mix for the 3 different driving modes.
Awesome review man! Love how you really go into depth and show everything this car has to offer! Its not just a light overview of the car but everything and every button and how it all works! Question: does this car have the handsfree tailgate?
I tested again the M40i. Fantastic car. Only problem I noticed is the surprisingly limited leg room in back seats while the car is bigger than before. I think the option is adjustable back seats is a no brainer.
I just got one of these bad boys for 8 k under base price because it has none of those fancy driver assistance, navigation, gestures, lighting. I use to have an X5 with alot of these features and it was just eye candy. My phone is better at nav. And with an engine and performance like this, no way I am going to let a computer drive for me!! It takes 100% concentration to drive one of these beasts. I got it for the engine, suspension and satisfaction of just driving a car that can hold my family and all the luggage, but drives like a sports car.
Not sure why people are complaining about the video. Thought you did a great job! Keep it up man. Thanks for the review. Makes it really hard for me to decide between the Audi SQ5 and now the BMW X3M40i
Thé sq5 is very nice looking and Audi interiors are a benchmark on the premium market. However I agree with the author here. Thé sq5 will be boring compared to X3 both for driving dynamics and technology. Note as well that the sound on the sq5 is artificial (even on the petrol model). There no real exhaust exit. The sound on this x3 is amazing. I tested it 2 days ago and it is still in my ears 😁
Great review! Just took delivery on mine a few weeks ago & absolutely love it. Same options as the one in your review except black leather & I got the grey with a tow hitch. Such a fun vehicle to drive!
video was informative and this is a great car, but please look into the lens when you're talking to the audience and not at yourself in the viewfinder...it's kinda distracting.
Bmw have really stepped it up with this new X3. I have never liked them before but what a car this is....... looked on bmw uk website and the M40i starts off at £50.000 😷steep price though is that
Have you driven both of them. I’m looking at a glc43 possible 63 when it comes out. You said this is better so I’d like to know more of what you think. I haven’t driven them yet
I’m also hesitating between GLC 43 and X3 M40. I tested both. The GLC coupe is better looking for me but the X3 has by far better technology and sound. Back seats are not adjustable in the GLC. Last but not least I already have the 43amg engine in my C class and it is fantastic, but I would like to discover the M Perf world.
Before buying the M40i, I had test driven the GLC43 & preferred the M40i, I was coming from the GLK250, and the GLC didn’t feel all that different in interior functionality & my biggest gripe about MB is their infotainment system, BMW’s iDrive system is so much better in both ease of use & functionality. Plus the M40i well equipped is a joy to drive.
Good review of X3 that I just ordered myself. The Driving Assistant Plus Package supports hands free operation for ONLY few seconds. Other than that, you still need to keep your hand(s) pretty much on wheels all the time although this feature is good introduction of future autonomous driving.
If mine is estimated to be delivered to the dealer on Friday, when is the car usually ready to be picked up? Cause like I am so hype and can not wait haha thanks!
BMW ChrisW There are no M performance accessories available as yet. Not in Australia as i pickup my car tomorrow after a 3.5 month wait and asked all these questions.
Hey Chris, in your opinion if you had 75k cdn for a car, would you go for a used 2015 X5 M or 2018 X3 M40i fully loaded with cash to spare? Considering power and a daily drive
BMW ChrisW Thanks for that! I love the power and sound of the X5 M but I like the looks of the new tech in the X3 M40i. I’ll have to take the X3 out for a drive and see if it wins me over from the X5 M. Thanks again!
I think I've got an identical car... th-cam.com/video/7ZRWGBurPPs/w-d-xo.html you said it right, it is very comfortable and very sporty. it doesn't have the raw feel of an M car tho.
I love it! Perfect size and sporty nature for me. I can put my mt bike and camping gear in back fly up those mountain roads.
The seats are not "cooled", they are ventilated with ambient air. BMW cheaped out on that. Also, that Adaptive button on the center console---you only get that with the Adaptive M suspension option (which may be part of the Ultimate package in Canadia, I don't know). It integrates the adaptive shocks into the mix for the 3 different driving modes.
Awesome review man! Love how you really go into depth and show everything this car has to offer! Its not just a light overview of the car but everything and every button and how it all works! Question: does this car have the handsfree tailgate?
I tested again the M40i. Fantastic car. Only problem I noticed is the surprisingly limited leg room in back seats while the car is bigger than before. I think the option is adjustable back seats is a no brainer.
I just got one of these bad boys for 8 k under base price because it has none of those fancy driver assistance, navigation, gestures, lighting. I use to have an X5 with alot of these features and it was just eye candy. My phone is better at nav. And with an engine and performance like this, no way I am going to let a computer drive for me!! It takes 100% concentration to drive one of these beasts. I got it for the engine, suspension and satisfaction of just driving a car that can hold my family and all the luggage, but drives like a sports car.
Amazing video absolutely exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!!!
BMW ChrisW would you mind showing a video of the ambient lighting fully detailed and at night
BMW ChrisW would you mind showing a video of the ambient lighting fully detailed and at night
Not sure why people are complaining about the video. Thought you did a great job! Keep it up man. Thanks for the review. Makes it really hard for me to decide between the Audi SQ5 and now the BMW X3M40i
Thé sq5 is very nice looking and Audi interiors are a benchmark on the premium market. However I agree with the author here. Thé sq5 will be boring compared to X3 both for driving dynamics and technology. Note as well that the sound on the sq5 is artificial (even on the petrol model). There no real exhaust exit. The sound on this x3 is amazing. I tested it 2 days ago and it is still in my ears 😁
The first X3 that I actually like !!!
They always had an ugly front, unlike the 2018 X3
Great review! Just took delivery on mine a few weeks ago & absolutely love it. Same options as the one in your review except black leather & I got the grey with a tow hitch. Such a fun vehicle to drive!
Bruh u nailed this review!
video was informative and this is a great car, but please look into the lens when you're talking to the audience and not at yourself in the viewfinder...it's kinda distracting.
Bmw have really stepped it up with this new X3. I have never liked them before but what a car this is....... looked on bmw uk website and the M40i starts off at £50.000 😷steep price though is that
exhaust sound is sooooo nice!😍👍 for me this thing is better than Mercedes Amg glc43
Have you driven both of them. I’m looking at a glc43 possible 63 when it comes out. You said this is better so I’d like to know more of what you think. I haven’t driven them yet
I’m also hesitating between GLC 43 and X3 M40. I tested both. The GLC coupe is better looking for me but the X3 has by far better technology and sound. Back seats are not adjustable in the GLC. Last but not least I already have the 43amg engine in my C class and it is fantastic, but I would like to discover the M Perf world.
Matt Bourne let me know what U decide. Which feels faster or I’m guessing they r the same
Before buying the M40i, I had test driven the GLC43 & preferred the M40i, I was coming from the GLK250, and the GLC didn’t feel all that different in interior functionality & my biggest gripe about MB is their infotainment system, BMW’s iDrive system is so much better in both ease of use & functionality. Plus the M40i well equipped is a joy to drive.
Luketo2115 thanks
Good review of X3 that I just ordered myself. The Driving Assistant Plus Package supports hands free operation for ONLY few seconds. Other than that, you still need to keep your hand(s) pretty much on wheels all the time although this feature is good introduction of future autonomous driving.
If mine is estimated to be delivered to the dealer on Friday, when is the car usually ready to be picked up? Cause like I am so hype and can not wait haha thanks!
mines coming valentines day. I cant wait.
Hi nice video. Love the car. So how well does it lease? Assuming not well because it’s a performance model. Thanks. Where r u located ?
Nice car and nice video. But I don't know why this big guy has a version of 2.0T? Is 2.0T popular now? I saw Benz GLC300 is also 2.0T
A friend just picked one up. Nice ride. Not $80,000 nice(not to me) but, nice.
Great video!
Nice video ! From France 🇫🇷
That’s not the M steering wheel, right? Must be a different one in the US compared to here in Europe.
Love the down shift sound 😍😍
Why is the eco mode showing battery charge? Is the SUV got backup battery?
Feel sic watching! Any chance of a better camera..
great review!
Thanks for a very informative video, you did a great job..A+
Informative video but damn it was annoying to watch. Your camera ruined it. Get a camera with better autofocus.
Hi Chris, is leather seat standard on M40i?
Just got one, but need to wait 2 months.... So I'm literally watching every single video LOL HYYYPPPEEE
Thanks! Are you aware of any "M" accessories that you can add to this car? Thank you!
BMW ChrisW There are no M performance accessories available as yet. Not in Australia as i pickup my car tomorrow after a 3.5 month wait and asked all these questions.
What color is the interior leather?
how about compare with SQ5?
22:07 😍😮
Hey Chris, in your opinion if you had 75k cdn for a car, would you go for a used 2015 X5 M or 2018 X3 M40i fully loaded with cash to spare? Considering power and a daily drive
BMW ChrisW Thanks for that! I love the power and sound of the X5 M but I like the looks of the new tech in the X3 M40i. I’ll have to take the X3 out for a drive and see if it wins me over from the X5 M. Thanks again!
What's the estimated fuel consumption for this X3 M40i?
depends on how heavy foot is, probably 10-20 l/100km
how many subs you have man?
Is bmw reliable?
Good review, but camera make me not watching
Informative video, but the camera operation is absolutely unprofessional…😬
Echo? Isnt it eco?? E-co
Use a better camera to film the video maybe?
Is a lens with auto-focus available?
BMW ChrisW Aaahh gotcha. Well other than that, it's a great video!
There is nothing wrong with the quality of this video. What are you talking about?
Video quality was good enough but the auto focus was really poor. Sony A6500 has one of the best auto-focus systems, super fast. Check it out.
Anyone got one of these with ultimate package for sale ?
How much is this car? $$$$$$$$
Eco Mode, not Echo Mode ;(
I thought you natives called it, "Tah-rahnna," not, "Tah-ron-toe."
Gotta look at the camera, not the screen.
Your camera bru is not ok hey
It’s eco mode, as in economical. Not echo, as fuck my Voice really echoes in this cave
except it's also pronounced eh-conomical
I think I've got an identical car... th-cam.com/video/7ZRWGBurPPs/w-d-xo.html you said it right, it is very comfortable and very sporty. it doesn't have the raw feel of an M car tho.
Now seriously why buy a crazy sports car when you have these? Oh it's about the exp...........Me: gtfoh
Sport activity vehicle? Get out of here!
Terrible camera work! ... Couldn't watch it
Good! Don't watch it then.
Didn't!
Mercedes Benz best
No. No other brands produce better balance and dynamics. BMW is the best for driving performance.
That’s not an M steering wheel
Why is the eco mode showing battery charge? Is the SUV got backup battery?