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I hear way too many people complaining about hybrids. Let me explain why this car makes sense. My work is exactly 22km from home. This means that 80% of my yearly commute will be in full EV mode. In summer or winter. The rest 20% that i need to haul a trailer over the mountains or go long distance with the family i will be less efficient. But what does it really matter when 12000 km at least per year will be in full EV mode? Even if your work is 30 or 40km it still makes sense. Because 50% of your yearly commute will be in full EV mode. Don't be negative, be positive. I think the car is brilliant. My previous 330e (2016) had only 25km EV range and i loved it. I had to fill the tank every second month. This one now is probably perfect for most people. Next gen with 70km range will be amazing. I just wish it was a hatch-back and i would buy only that car for the rest of my life. Really. As always great review :)
I live in Norway where the gas prices are apx: 6 dollars a gallon. I've had my 2020 330e for 4 months. I have only filled the tank 4 times. Most all my driving is electric. Excellent car! Am very happy with it!
Thomas your reviews are just brilliant. You are hands down my favourite car TH-camr. You are also the only one to have a full 330e review in English on here. No other publication has done it so far. I ordered the car for delivery in September so was keen to see your review and you’re clearly impressed with it ! It was a toss up between this and the model 3 but the BMW won on quality and creature comforts. Hopefully I’ve made the right choice !
Hi Nipun! How many time did you wait for the delivery of the car ? I have started now to look for a new car, and I think this is the chosen one! Have a nice ride ;)
My mum asked for my opinion on the 330e as she is considering buying one and I knew immediately I should check to see if there was an Autogefuhl review. Thanks Thomas, I really appreciate your videos!!
it was a pleasure to meet you today during my travels thru Frankfurt Airport. Thank you again for taking the tome to talk. It was very much appreciative. I’ll be back for the autoshow next month. I can’t wait for your review on the new RS6 and for me to start specing my own allocation.
I'm so glad you and Autogefhul reviewed this car. My company is switching my car policy towards electric/hybrid vehicles and I only have until the end of the month to order. This review makes be far more confident in my choice and less hesitant to let go of my current car.
Congrats on another great review! Please, do a comparison with the new Mercedes C300e or c300de. It would be great to get your in-depth review on this direct competitor, as well as review on both PHEV solutions. It is always great to really get to know a car with you!
Great review Thomas. Special mention should go to doing this in full, complex English. Ich habe in Stutggart gewohnt. Was war die erste Lektion? Deutsche grammatik ist so schwer! It must also be for the other way around. Fantastic review, very detailed, and extremely practically biased.
I think plugin hybrids are the way to go at the moment. You have the electric part for your city/to-work drive, and at the same time a fully functional car for long drives. Not to mention that for a petrol-head the fully electric cars are so insanely boring.
@@s1lenttoad422 True, if the electric range is too short, it kind of defeats the purpose of having it as an option. But even 50km sounds pretty useful to me.
Didn't see your DJ Tiesto Just Be (Antilles Club Mix) on your HUD music list! Great detail, commentary and Thomas's Driving Lounge. Yes, nice silent electric drive, and I like the driving characteristics of this drive train arrangement for a PHEV. Nice car, but you have to be rich. Or very rich if you want just some of the nice extras. As others have said: hope there is pre-heating if cold (unused) engine is suddenly cut in and hammered! 26:42 yes nice Mercedes-Benz W111 Coupe. Many thanks Autogefuhl.
Tyvärr så är Volvo hybriderna törstiga när man kör dom på bränsle, såg ett klipp där man körde v60 hybriden där han knappt kunde komma undan litern vid landsväg/motorväg.. På denna fronten är bmw långt före!! Räkna med ca 0.70-0.75 milen
@@MrMiketyson1976 snacka om generalfel från politiker håll när man vill främja miljöbilar, törstiga bensinare som kan gå på el i typ 5 mil. Bra gjort staten! Medan diesel kör garanterat mindre miljöpåverkan under hela livscykeln
Tobias Fält ja det är tragiskt ,Sverige har nog aldrig haft en sämre regering och efter 1jan 2020 blir det värre med nya wltp eller vad det heter då ligger tex en Volvo V60 d4 på ca 10-12k i skatt dom första 3 åren , medans vi ligger på 360kr helt sjukt.
Thanks for the nice review Thomas. Very professional and detailed as always :) I think I have watched all your reviews on the g20. Especially the one with the 330i vs. the M340i. Based on this review I ordered my M340i with the adaptive M suspension instead of the normal M suspension. Thanks to you I made the better choice ;) However, I am a little annoyed in the aftermath that I took only the normal Parking Assistant and not the Parking Assistant Plus :( What is your opinion on this? Is the PA Plus really a useful feature or is the normal PA actually sufficient?
thanks man! Oh yes better choice! Hmm, I guess you mean the parking features that we showed here: th-cam.com/video/hSGvkV2YhTM/w-d-xo.html Well, its interesting, but as for me, I still park myself...
@@autogefuehl Only the 360 degree bird's eye view I find useful less the automatic parking, but at the end of the day the car is there to drive and not to park, so I'm not so sad that I didn't take the feature :)
Thanks for the excellent review as always. I want more "EV" in my PHEV. BMW's approach simply tacks on a motor and battery to the ICE drivetrain. This kind of PHEV has full complexity from both types of powertrains. I wish they would use the same philosophy as the i series and consider electrification from the ground up. With a powerful electric motor on the rear axle, you don't need to run the driveshaft from the ICE to the rear, and you certainly don't need an 8-speed transmission. Four gears would be plenty to cover a wide range of cruising scenarios. Batteries can be placed in the central tunnel, freeing up some luggage space. With the ICE only being used for cruising, it can be much simplified to run at a narrow range of rpm, dispensing the need for all the variable valve timing and lift as well as direct injection.
I have a 2017 330e saloon which I consider a brilliant car, however the battery range isn`t as good with distance as indicated and the petrol tank is small so the overall range is at least 200km or more less than the equivalent petrol car. If you drive conservatively you can get over 400km combined range. The combined power is very good though and the drive in electric is like a magic carpet. I was considering getting the 2019 330e M-sport. After watching you review I will definitely be buying one.... Thank you. Informative and interesting
wareidav I’m considering getting a 330e, but I’m a high mileage business user... what sort of mpg should I expect over longer journeys? For example 200miles
@@nb0926 My 2017 330e can get with a (full bag of electric) and a full tank of fuel over 400 miles range. Which I consider good. I`ve just test driven the new 2019 330e. It is a light year ahead in tech, design and driver appeal. 200 miles range should be no problem whatsoever. I`m sure with a bit of good vehicle husbandry over 300 miles on one combined tank and bag (LOL) would be comfortably achievable. Hope that helps. Ps. I`m putting my order in for the 330e M-Sport with the M-Sport Plus pack. A very rounded car indeed.
Nate , I think this car is very interesting for everyday going to work, charging over night, and some weekend road-trips. Doing more than 100 km a days its more economical a diesel or a pure hybrid diesel. Besides that, logic is important when choosing a car, feelings too. Enjoy ,
So last week I ordered a 330e Touring and in this process I didn’t forget Thomas and heavily complained about the senseless usage of leather and no colorful interior option with sensatec or fabric fe. In the end I went with the M Package with standard alcantara /sensatec which Thomas also prefers. So at least about 3 skins less for leatherindustry. I prefer light interiors but not at the expense of animals. Vielleicht liest Thomas das ja noch...liebe Grüße!
Awesome! Not only the better choice for the animals but also the best seating choice overall for looks and comfort! 330e Touring with Alcantara seats = one of the best choices in mid-size segment! Viel Spaß! =)
Hi Thomas, thank you for an excellent review. I am doubting between a BMW 330e and a Mercedes C300e. Can you make a comparison (video)? Kind regards, one of your Dutch Fans
Thanks Thomas, I was in the market for a new 3 series and started to consider this 330e, driving it at a dealer was not possible yet when I ordered it and this review was just online and helped me to decide to go for it (instead of a 320d). Car will be delivered in two weeks, so exiting. Thanks for the extensive and well balanced review!
The 'cool, relaxed, evolved driving feeling' - is called driving a hybrid. And as someone who likes flooring a prius daily yet still get good +55mpg through good coasting and regen, it's that relaxing, soft touch (arse/F G-Force) feeling that makes you appreciate the management of momentum, just as pleasant as the responsive force of the battery/e-motor. _Thaaaaanks !!_
As a current sufferer from BMW horrible reliablity and constant breakdowns and after swearing my next car will be a Lexus hybrid...... then looking at this ..broo .. it's soo sexy 😢.. Jesus... BMW has the best designers
This wil be my first BMW. Let’s see how it goes. Good choice the IS or the ES, specially if you make lots if km everyday or don’t have a charging point.
Hi Thomas, thanks for the new review. I've been a fan for more than a year. I have a humble request. Can you make a review of new Acura RDX later? Really want to get your opinion on that car. But it seems you never reviewed Acura car.
Hi, thanks for another nice review. Nothing comes from nothing and as graduate engineer, although not within the automotive field, it's difficult for me to see, how adding approx. 200 kg to the weight of a 320i (and getting a 330e) can give a better “fuel economy” in the real world. I know one on a piece of paper can prove the better efficiency, but it would be nice to see a calculation from the real life, including the costs for electricity and petrol.
@@88zczc it isn't free to charge, but electricity is hugely cheaper than gas, not to mention that a electric engine is a lot more efficient, specially in city driving
I have a 530e and it doesn't matter at all if I charge the battery or just run 100% on fuel. The running cost is the same. So considering the higher price of a 330e vs a 320i I don't expect you will save money at the end of the road unless it's on taxes, which is one of the main reasons these plugin hybrids exists.
I could drive 95% of the time on electric only with this system. I might drive 40-50km everyday. On the longer trips I would have to use the engine. Charging over night is quite cheap in Ontario Canada so this is a very clever alternative to full electric. This makes a full EV kind of useless in my opinion at this stage. The model 3 AWD is 72k CAD here. I don't see the 330e being anywhere near that price. In fact, the 5 series version of this hybrid is 4500 more than the base 5 series so the 330e will probably be 54k CAD. That's 18k less than a Model 3 AWD. And I will never have to wait for the car to charge and deal with the horrible build quality and design of the Model 3. It's a shame the wagon isn't coming here. I think the X3 will be coming with this system isn't it Thomas? Anyways great review!!!
Thanks, very useful review. When will you review the new 330e xdrive touring? And do you think adaptive suspension on the hybrid would be more/less useful compared with the other powertrains, given the extra weight?
A real-world EV range of 50Km would easily cover my daily commute. With no performance compromises and no range anxiety because of the ICE there is no downside at all with this car for me.
Hi I'm after Mitsubishi outlander PHEV reviews..Are you done 1 on it by any chance? Many thanks for helping BMW PHEV reviews! All Best to whole Autogefuhl Team!
The issue I have with PHEV's is that you have the weight of both drive systems, the maintenance of a combustion engine and complexity to go wrong as they age. Go either ICE or EV. They should be building on the i3 type design.
Could you please make similar review about EU spec production M340i when it is available? This is in all likelyhood going to be my next car. Also it is very likely that I'll order it as new car, which almost never happens - Usually I'm on second hand market with low mileage cars.
När beställde du din? Beställde min i förra veckan, tänkte kontakta bmw i nästa vecka och kolla leveranstid, verkar i alla fall inte vara astronomiska leveranstider :)
@@MrMiketyson1976 ok, mm bli lite längre om man beställt tidigt då de börjar komma ut snart, vet att i v28 var lev sep/okt när jag prata med bmw i segeltorp, så hoppas på lev någonstans i okt alla fall
@Tobias Fält får du den i oktober så är det kanon , jäkligt snabbt! Bilen ser ju lovande ut får se hur den upplevs snart.. samt att jag kan pendla till jobb med bara el 😊
@@MrMiketyson1976 mm ska bli spännande, testade 330i o den kändes jäkla trevlig :) kunde inte välja till jätte mkt men steptronic sport 8vxl, sport paket, ljud isolerade framrutor, svarta backspeglar :) har en cupra st nu så kände jag behövde en tjänstebil med lite klös i alla fall :)
This color combo is dope. Regarding the infotainment, did you notice if Idrive 7 has a built in spotify app, like you have on Teslas? Oh, I presume that you guys received the invitations to drive the M8. Can you tell us when we will see that video? Awesome job as always! 👏👏
Just wondering... This hybrid can cover as Thomas said 537 km with a full gas tank and 47 km with electric power. I guess that is that this 537 km with gas will increase while driving in hybrid mode. So lets say the car will cover a total of 800 km before needs to be filled up again with gas and electric power. And here comes the question; A plugin hybrid like this or a fully electric like i4 with about 600 km electric power range ?
Hey, loved this review but could you please Thomas answer to 3 questions of mine? :D I`m extremely interested in this vehicle but my questions are: 1) Doesen`t this car have the Comfort mode as well? Instead of id i noticed the Hybrid :? 2) Isn`t it heavier then the normal 3 series? I know on the 5 series that the 530e it`s about 500lb heavier then a 530i. 3) Do you still think someone should go for the xDrive as an addition or just let it be a real bmw? Thank you!! :)
Comfort mode is basically base, as for the other settings. Yes it is significantly heavier of course due to the battery. But feels lighter due to electric riding. Keep it real. Drove the AWD Touring the same day. Loved the 330e RWD - it's the best 3-Series imho.
As Thomas mentioned it's Frozen Dark Grey, an Individual Color exclusive to M-Sport that's in the catalogue but apparently not in the configurator - guess you will have to talk to your dealer if you wan it.
I compared the two and I hated the hifi system. Very boomy bass and piercing highs which were impossible to dial out without making it sound like a smartphone speaker.
Dear Thomas, first of all thank you very much for the detailed review, I really liked it...based on your previous review (almost 4 years ago :-D ) about the VW Passat GTE made me confident to buy it and it was worth but now it`s time to change. I am really thinking about the BMW 330e however I am not sure now about the full electric range - in your video it showed 47km to go with full charge, that is quite low compared to what they are claiming in the specs 55-61km...what is your view on this? A drive 60km to work, 10km in city and 50 km urban. Do you think I can get 50-55km out of it? Thank you in advance for your kind feedback. Robert
Thank you Thomas, thought so...what is your estimate please on a full charged battery, in a weather like 15 degrees outside, 60km drive with 55 countryside and 5km in city? Normal driving, no dynamic/sports mode. It would be very important to know please. Thank you
Beautiful Car! @09:18 im a little confused. Can you please explain in more detail why the leather interior doesn't make sense in relation to the break even point?
First, check out what the leather industry is trying to do: th-cam.com/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/w-d-xo.html Below this video you'll find more resources in the pinned comment to explain the topic even more in-depth.
@@autogefuehl Not a clever move if it's true. However, this doesn't answer my question to your statement. After watching the video, it rather sounds like your personal preference or promotion of non-leather materials rather than informing about the sustainability or emissions break even point.
Check the video description and/or pinned comment in the other video, got all the answers there. Animal skin production does a lot of harm in so many respects. Leatherette however can be made from recyclables.
@@autogefuehl Your information is very biased and non-factual in this respect. Leatherette might be made from recyclables but is not biodegradable such as Leather. Which means it is made from petrochemicals (Plastic). The production emissions and environmental harm seem worse for leatherette.
Great review. I'm curious about what MPG you would get on a highway long trip at a contant speed of 130km/h, but you probably didn't get the car long enough to test all the scenarious. Will get to try it for myself next week anyway :)
Finally a review on 330e, Nice! I have ordered a one, because my company only wants e, phev cars. The X boost that is avaible for 10 sec, does it recharge it self after some time? I have a cupra now so i got this one because its still a quite Quick car:) actually bought a cupra after your och excellent review on that one:)
@@autogefuehl thanks! Read from another review now that it is avaible after like 15sec,sounds good! Thanks as allways for awsome in depth review! Keep it up!
@@autogefuehl Yes I did. However I'd like to know whether the extra weight has any negative affect on the car's agility through corners when driven hard, compared to the 330i. I have driven the G20 330i and like that a lot but the 330e isn't available here yet so I am wondering if it is worth the wait.
@Autogefühl Hello, I would like to buy BMW 3 series 318dA G20 model. What do you think about that engine? Is this car reliable and do I really have to believe that the maintenance can be done only after 30.000km?
@@carlosrumbero9515 yes, the only thing i hope is if they will keep backwards support when they start using other types of batteries with extended features
First, check out what the leather industry is trying to do: th-cam.com/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/w-d-xo.html Below this video you'll find more resources in the pinned comment to explain the topic even more in-depth.
@@autogefuehl wondered about that too, the cold engine start. perhaps should start out in a mode that will utilize the petrol engine a little. does the car have a petrol only mode?
Do BMWs break down a lot?The breakdown perspective might come from BMW fanboys who buy older BMWs (can't afford new or newer) drive them like they stole them and are surprised when they break!this is the answer received from google:)
It is true. BMW offers cars that have stronger engines (even in their base models) and are therefore also driven more aggressively. Which in turn requires proper maintenance in order to keep functioning well. The myth of the cars breaking down more often than their competitors is in a great part attributed to previous owners of 70hp cars thinking they can have a faster car at the same low maintenance cost while constantly pushing it to the limit.
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I hear way too many people complaining about hybrids. Let me explain why this car makes sense.
My work is exactly 22km from home.
This means that 80% of my yearly commute will be in full EV mode. In summer or winter.
The rest 20% that i need to haul a trailer over the mountains or go long distance with the family i will be less efficient.
But what does it really matter when 12000 km at least per year will be in full EV mode? Even if your work is 30 or 40km it still makes sense. Because 50% of your yearly commute will be in full EV mode.
Don't be negative, be positive. I think the car is brilliant. My previous 330e (2016) had only 25km EV range and i loved it. I had to fill the tank every second month. This one now is probably perfect for most people. Next gen with 70km range will be amazing. I just wish it was a hatch-back and i would buy only that car for the rest of my life. Really.
As always great review :)
People are scared of new technology that they don't understand. It's not exactly rocket science, is it. Ignorance is a good word to use.
I live in Norway where the gas prices are apx: 6 dollars a gallon. I've had my 2020 330e for 4 months. I have only filled the tank 4 times. Most all my driving is electric. Excellent car! Am very happy with it!
Thomas your reviews are just brilliant. You are hands down my favourite car TH-camr. You are also the only one to have a full 330e review in English on here. No other publication has done it so far. I ordered the car for delivery in September so was keen to see your review and you’re clearly impressed with it ! It was a toss up between this and the model 3 but the BMW won on quality and creature comforts. Hopefully I’ve made the right choice !
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Autogefühl Thomas is there a way to inbox you directly rather than leave a public comment ?
Hi Nipun! How many time did you wait for the delivery of the car ? I have started now to look for a new car, and I think this is the chosen one! Have a nice ride ;)
Earl Grey hello it’s coming mid September. So about 6 weeks. Currently I think delivery is November
Ordered mine yesterday !!
My mum asked for my opinion on the 330e as she is considering buying one and I knew immediately I should check to see if there was an Autogefuhl review. Thanks Thomas, I really appreciate your videos!!
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I think you are one of the few people that use the correct remark of "no emission, *locally*". The "locally" part is being ommited by most people.
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Perfect review unlike some guys in USA who do not talk about hybrid mode driving.
it was a pleasure to meet you today during my travels thru Frankfurt Airport. Thank you again for taking the tome to talk. It was very much appreciative. I’ll be back for the autoshow next month. I can’t wait for your review on the new RS6 and for me to start specing my own allocation.
Great to meet you, have a great holiday
It doesn't get any better than a review by Thomas - Many thanks !
Respect your elders!
Happy to see people still appreciate the E30.
I'm so glad you and Autogefhul reviewed this car. My company is switching my car policy towards electric/hybrid vehicles and I only have until the end of the month to order. This review makes be far more confident in my choice and less hesitant to let go of my current car.
awesome!
Fancy seeing you here 😂
The german Doug DeMuro, but in a better version :-D
Both are too talkative, but I like Thomas better, and he's better looking.
LMAO
Congrats on another great review! Please, do a comparison with the new Mercedes C300e or c300de. It would be great to get your in-depth review on this direct competitor, as well as review on both PHEV solutions.
It is always great to really get to know a car with you!
thanks! Got the C200 here: th-cam.com/video/Py9g1xg615Y/w-d-xo.html
Great review Thomas. Special mention should go to doing this in full, complex English. Ich habe in Stutggart gewohnt. Was war die erste Lektion? Deutsche grammatik ist so schwer! It must also be for the other way around. Fantastic review, very detailed, and extremely practically biased.
I think plugin hybrids are the way to go at the moment. You have the electric part for your city/to-work drive, and at the same time a fully functional car for long drives. Not to mention that for a petrol-head the fully electric cars are so insanely boring.
Could not agree more.
Agreed but they’re useless if the electric range isn’t enough
@@s1lenttoad422 True, if the electric range is too short, it kind of defeats the purpose of having it as an option. But even 50km sounds pretty useful to me.
@@s1lenttoad422 better then volvo
Totally agree. I have a current 2 series BMW. Just had a ride in my friend's Tesla. Can't commit to full electric but hybrid I would strongly consider
Didn't see your DJ Tiesto Just Be (Antilles Club Mix) on your HUD music list! Great detail, commentary and Thomas's Driving Lounge. Yes, nice silent electric drive, and I like the driving characteristics of this drive train arrangement for a PHEV. Nice car, but you have to be rich. Or very rich if you want just some of the nice extras. As others have said: hope there is pre-heating if cold (unused) engine is suddenly cut in and hammered! 26:42 yes nice Mercedes-Benz W111 Coupe. Many thanks Autogefuhl.
always good to read from u
Love your car reviews ! So in depth.... they're great. 👍
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The 330e touring will be extremely popular here in Sweden, not many competitors.
Håller med, tex Volvos miljöbil känns några 100k till
Tyvärr så är Volvo hybriderna törstiga när man kör dom på bränsle, såg ett klipp där man körde v60 hybriden där han knappt kunde komma undan litern vid landsväg/motorväg..
På denna fronten är bmw långt före!! Räkna med ca 0.70-0.75 milen
@@MrMiketyson1976 snacka om generalfel från politiker håll när man vill främja miljöbilar, törstiga bensinare som kan gå på el i typ 5 mil. Bra gjort staten! Medan diesel kör garanterat mindre miljöpåverkan under hela livscykeln
Tobias Fält ja det är tragiskt ,Sverige har nog aldrig haft en sämre regering och efter 1jan 2020 blir det värre med nya wltp eller vad det heter då ligger tex en Volvo V60 d4 på ca 10-12k i skatt dom första 3 åren , medans vi ligger på 360kr helt sjukt.
@@MrMiketyson1976 fyyyyfan
Very nice review btw. really really wanting to have G20 now into my garage.
Thanks for the nice review Thomas. Very professional and detailed as always :) I think I have watched all your reviews on the g20. Especially the one with the 330i vs. the M340i. Based on this review I ordered my M340i with the adaptive M suspension instead of the normal M suspension. Thanks to you I made the better choice ;)
However, I am a little annoyed in the aftermath that I took only the normal Parking Assistant and not the Parking Assistant Plus :( What is your opinion on this? Is the PA Plus really a useful feature or is the normal PA actually sufficient?
thanks man! Oh yes better choice! Hmm, I guess you mean the parking features that we showed here: th-cam.com/video/hSGvkV2YhTM/w-d-xo.html
Well, its interesting, but as for me, I still park myself...
@@autogefuehl Only the 360 degree bird's eye view I find useful less the automatic parking, but at the end of the day the car is there to drive and not to park, so I'm not so sad that I didn't take the feature :)
Nice German weather, countryside and villages with a relaxing voice.......nice!
Great review guys, 330e looks very good indeed
Thanks for the excellent review as always.
I want more "EV" in my PHEV. BMW's approach simply tacks on a motor and battery to the ICE drivetrain. This kind of PHEV has full complexity from both types of powertrains. I wish they would use the same philosophy as the i series and consider electrification from the ground up. With a powerful electric motor on the rear axle, you don't need to run the driveshaft from the ICE to the rear, and you certainly don't need an 8-speed transmission. Four gears would be plenty to cover a wide range of cruising scenarios. Batteries can be placed in the central tunnel, freeing up some luggage space. With the ICE only being used for cruising, it can be much simplified to run at a narrow range of rpm, dispensing the need for all the variable valve timing and lift as well as direct injection.
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I have a 2017 330e saloon which I consider a brilliant car, however the battery range isn`t as good with distance as indicated and the petrol tank is small so the overall range is at least 200km or more less than the equivalent petrol car. If you drive conservatively you can get over 400km combined range. The combined power is very good though and the drive in electric is like a magic carpet. I was considering getting the 2019 330e M-sport. After watching you review I will definitely be buying one.... Thank you. Informative and interesting
wareidav I’m considering getting a 330e, but I’m a high mileage business user... what sort of mpg should I expect over longer journeys? For example 200miles
@@nb0926 My 2017 330e can get with a (full bag of electric) and a full tank of fuel over 400 miles range. Which I consider good.
I`ve just test driven the new 2019 330e. It is a light year ahead in tech, design and driver appeal. 200 miles range should be no problem whatsoever. I`m sure with a bit of good vehicle husbandry over 300 miles on one combined tank and bag (LOL) would be comfortably achievable. Hope that helps.
Ps. I`m putting my order in for the 330e M-Sport with the M-Sport Plus pack. A very rounded car indeed.
Nate , I think this car is very interesting for everyday going to work, charging over night, and some weekend road-trips. Doing more than 100 km a days its more economical a diesel or a pure hybrid diesel. Besides that, logic is important when choosing a car, feelings too. Enjoy ,
So last week I ordered a 330e Touring and in this process I didn’t forget Thomas and heavily complained about the senseless usage of leather and no colorful interior option with sensatec or fabric fe. In the end I went with the M Package with standard alcantara /sensatec which Thomas also prefers. So at least about 3 skins less for leatherindustry. I prefer light interiors but not at the expense of animals. Vielleicht liest Thomas das ja noch...liebe Grüße!
Awesome! Not only the better choice for the animals but also the best seating choice overall for looks and comfort! 330e Touring with Alcantara seats = one of the best choices in mid-size segment! Viel Spaß! =)
isnt the cognac leather fake leather?
they are already killing the cow for meat.
wow! This is for sure the best and most in depth review! Great work!
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I love your calmness and professionalism throughout the whole video-- Your response to the launch control of "Hmm. Interesting." got me :D
Welcome 😊
Hi Thomas, thank you for an excellent review. I am doubting between a BMW 330e and a Mercedes C300e. Can you make a comparison (video)? Kind regards, one of your Dutch Fans
Great review. Ive been waiting for the review on this version of the 3 series.
Thanks Thomas, I was in the market for a new 3 series and started to consider this 330e, driving it at a dealer was not possible yet when I ordered it and this review was just online and helped me to decide to go for it (instead of a 320d). Car will be delivered in two weeks, so exiting. Thanks for the extensive and well balanced review!
Awesome 😎
Best Review thank you!
The 'cool, relaxed, evolved driving feeling' - is called driving a hybrid.
And as someone who likes flooring a prius daily yet still get good +55mpg through good coasting and regen, it's that relaxing, soft touch (arse/F G-Force) feeling that makes you appreciate the management of momentum, just as pleasant as the responsive force of the battery/e-motor.
_Thaaaaanks !!_
Way to go!
Professional review!
Great in-depth review! Thank you for being so thorough!
Now that is one amazing track you have there, finally a great car reviewer who listens to trance haha !!
👌
As a current sufferer from BMW horrible reliablity and constant breakdowns and after swearing my next car will be a Lexus hybrid......
then looking at this ..broo .. it's soo sexy 😢.. Jesus... BMW has the best designers
This wil be my first BMW. Let’s see how it goes. Good choice the IS or the ES, specially if you make lots if km everyday or don’t have a charging point.
Hi Thomas, thanks for the new review. I've been a fan for more than a year. I have a humble request. Can you make a review of new Acura RDX later? Really want to get your opinion on that car. But it seems you never reviewed Acura car.
Thanks! Sorry, we do not get Acura here :(
Hi, thanks for another nice review.
Nothing comes from nothing and as graduate engineer, although not within the automotive field, it's difficult for me to see, how adding approx. 200 kg to the weight of a 320i (and getting a 330e) can give a better “fuel economy” in the real world. I know one on a piece of paper can prove the better efficiency, but it would be nice to see a calculation from the real life, including the costs for electricity and petrol.
If you charge your car, it will definitely decrease your fuel consumption, specially in the city and shorter journeys
@@davidg8628 Sure, but it can't be free to charge...
@@88zczc it isn't free to charge, but electricity is hugely cheaper than gas, not to mention that a electric engine is a lot more efficient, specially in city driving
I have a 530e and it doesn't matter at all if I charge the battery or just run 100% on fuel. The running cost is the same. So considering the higher price of a 330e vs a 320i I don't expect you will save money at the end of the road unless it's on taxes, which is one of the main reasons these plugin hybrids exists.
@@dstfno how can it cost the same if someone does most of their driving in electric? in
I could drive 95% of the time on electric only with this system. I might drive 40-50km everyday. On the longer trips I would have to use the engine. Charging over night is quite cheap in Ontario Canada so this is a very clever alternative to full electric.
This makes a full EV kind of useless in my opinion at this stage. The model 3 AWD is 72k CAD here. I don't see the 330e being anywhere near that price. In fact, the 5 series version of this hybrid is 4500 more than the base 5 series so the 330e will probably be 54k CAD. That's 18k less than a Model 3 AWD. And I will never have to wait for the car to charge and deal with the horrible build quality and design of the Model 3.
It's a shame the wagon isn't coming here. I think the X3 will be coming with this system isn't it Thomas? Anyways great review!!!
Thanks kev! yes indeed X3 to come with that too
@@autogefuehl X3 PHEV will be the alternative to the wagon I guess. Thanks Thomas!
Love the Above & Beyond track!
way to go =)
Great choice in music in the HUD ;)
:-)
Thanks, very useful review. When will you review the new 330e xdrive touring? And do you think adaptive suspension on the hybrid would be more/less useful compared with the other powertrains, given the extra weight?
Thanks! Adaptive suspension is always good i think
A real-world EV range of 50Km would easily cover my daily commute. With no performance compromises and no range anxiety because of the ICE there is no downside at all with this car for me.
Hi I'm after Mitsubishi outlander PHEV reviews..Are you done 1 on it by any chance? Many thanks for helping BMW PHEV reviews! All Best to whole Autogefuhl Team!
All the best also to you!
BHBeckenbauer any chance for 1st hand review/opinion? maybe on different PHEV..Lexus PHEV? Subaru forester (PHEV)?
Excellent
Nice one , can you do a review on Lexus IS 300h please?
The issue I have with PHEV's is that you have the weight of both drive systems, the maintenance of a combustion engine and complexity to go wrong as they age. Go either ICE or EV. They should be building on the i3 type design.
8:09 that fuel cap button looks so out of place... it could easily pass as an after market button. Not very BMWish
Nice Review
Would you say that the passat gte has less road/engine noise or this BMW? Is the inside room comparable?
Could you please make similar review about EU spec production M340i when it is available? This is in all likelyhood going to be my next car. Also it is very likely that I'll order it as new car, which almost never happens - Usually I'm on second hand market with low mileage cars.
Sure! Stay tuned
Nice Review , like alweys !!!! get mine 330e week 40 here in Sweden :)
När beställde du din? Beställde min i förra veckan, tänkte kontakta bmw i nästa vecka och kolla leveranstid, verkar i alla fall inte vara astronomiska leveranstider :)
Tror det va i Mars , så lååång väntan för min del :(
@@MrMiketyson1976 ok, mm bli lite längre om man beställt tidigt då de börjar komma ut snart, vet att i v28 var lev sep/okt när jag prata med bmw i segeltorp, så hoppas på lev någonstans i okt alla fall
@Tobias Fält får du den i oktober så är det kanon , jäkligt snabbt! Bilen ser ju lovande ut får se hur den upplevs snart.. samt att jag kan pendla till jobb med bara el 😊
@@MrMiketyson1976 mm ska bli spännande, testade 330i o den kändes jäkla trevlig :) kunde inte välja till jätte mkt men steptronic sport 8vxl, sport paket, ljud isolerade framrutor, svarta backspeglar :) har en cupra st nu så kände jag behövde en tjänstebil med lite klös i alla fall :)
This color combo is dope. Regarding the infotainment, did you notice if Idrive 7 has a built in spotify app, like you have on Teslas? Oh, I presume that you guys received the invitations to drive the M8. Can you tell us when we will see that video? Awesome job as always! 👏👏
Thanks 🙏 this month! I will check about Spotify in one of the next reviews
In the Connected DRive app doesn’t show Spotify, so I guess only via Apple Car and Pay, or bluetooth
What is the name of the color? is it the BMW Individual Dravitgrau metallic option?
The Live Cockpit is Standard in the 330e! The Information, that analog is the in the base is wrong!!
I m talking about in general about the 3 Series caus not everyone will take the phev
Autogefühl it’s not actually analog dials on the base 3 series there screens just shaped like normal dials.
Just wondering... This hybrid can cover as Thomas said 537 km with a full gas tank and 47 km with electric power. I guess that is that this 537 km with gas will increase while driving in hybrid mode. So lets say the car will cover a total of 800 km before needs to be filled up again with gas and electric power. And here comes the question; A plugin hybrid like this or a fully electric like i4 with about 600 km electric power range ?
Any idea when the PHEV will come to the Touring?
very soon!
What's the total range (combustion + electric)?
Hey, loved this review but could you please Thomas answer to 3 questions of mine? :D I`m extremely interested in this vehicle but my questions are: 1) Doesen`t this car have the Comfort mode as well? Instead of id i noticed the Hybrid :? 2) Isn`t it heavier then the normal 3 series? I know on the 5 series that the 530e it`s about 500lb heavier then a 530i. 3) Do you still think someone should go for the xDrive as an addition or just let it be a real bmw? Thank you!! :)
Comfort mode is basically base, as for the other settings. Yes it is significantly heavier of course due to the battery. But feels lighter due to electric riding. Keep it real. Drove the AWD Touring the same day. Loved the 330e RWD - it's the best 3-Series imho.
From what I know there is no xdrive for de 330e
Great review, but still... waiting for m340i :))) Also, this 330e color... I don't see it at official bmw car configurator. Even on german site.
mineralgrau / mineral gray
As Thomas mentioned it's Frozen Dark Grey, an Individual Color exclusive to M-Sport that's in the catalogue but apparently not in the configurator - guess you will have to talk to your dealer if you wan it.
Would you advice the harman kardon sound system or is the upgraded hifi more than enough?
Hmm I could not test both after each other
I compared the two and I hated the hifi system. Very boomy bass and piercing highs which were impossible to dial out without making it sound like a smartphone speaker.
Dear Thomas, first of all thank you very much for the detailed review, I really liked it...based on your previous review (almost 4 years ago :-D ) about the VW Passat GTE made me confident to buy it and it was worth but now it`s time to change. I am really thinking about the BMW 330e however I am not sure now about the full electric range - in your video it showed 47km to go with full charge, that is quite low compared to what they are claiming in the specs 55-61km...what is your view on this? A drive 60km to work, 10km in city and 50 km urban. Do you think I can get 50-55km out of it? Thank you in advance for your kind feedback. Robert
Dont think so, real numbers wont make the official ones
Thank you Thomas, thought so...what is your estimate please on a full charged battery, in a weather like 15 degrees outside, 60km drive with 55 countryside and 5km in city? Normal driving, no dynamic/sports mode. It would be very important to know please. Thank you
I wonder how it is in winter conditions, with rear weel drive and a lot of torque. Whish it will come with x-drive also...
Beautiful Car! @09:18 im a little confused. Can you please explain in more detail why the leather interior doesn't make sense in relation to the break even point?
First, check out what the leather industry is trying to do:
th-cam.com/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/w-d-xo.html
Below this video you'll find more resources in the pinned comment to explain the topic even more in-depth.
@@autogefuehl Not a clever move if it's true. However, this doesn't answer my question to your statement. After watching the video, it rather sounds like your personal preference or promotion of non-leather materials rather than informing about the sustainability or emissions break even point.
Check the video description and/or pinned comment in the other video, got all the answers there. Animal skin production does a lot of harm in so many respects. Leatherette however can be made from recyclables.
@@autogefuehl Your information is very biased and non-factual in this respect. Leatherette might be made from recyclables but is not biodegradable such as Leather. Which means it is made from petrochemicals (Plastic). The production emissions and environmental harm seem worse for leatherette.
How it is compared to VW passat GTE hybrid.
Another awesome review!
great review. cant wait for my new 330e in a few months
Would it be possible to do a review on the C300de ? The Touring version ?
Hey, lets see what we can do. Enjoy this one here so far: th-cam.com/video/Py9g1xg615Y/w-d-xo.html
400 000 subs👍🤖
Yeah!!
Great review. I'm curious about what MPG you would get on a highway long trip at a contant speed of 130km/h, but you probably didn't get the car long enough to test all the scenarious.
Will get to try it for myself next week anyway :)
Looks much better than the new 5series
We missed you to cover Mercedes Benz A class AMG 45s. When you gonna make full review for it?
Thanks .. good work all of you
Here it is: th-cam.com/video/M7BLrkikAhU/w-d-xo.html
Finally a review on 330e, Nice! I have ordered a one, because my company only wants e, phev cars. The X boost that is avaible for 10 sec, does it recharge it self after some time? I have a cupra now so i got this one because its still a quite Quick car:) actually bought a cupra after your och excellent review on that one:)
@Tobias Fält finns redan trim till den ;) ca 340 hk
Cool! Yes it is of course available in multiple times, but just not directly after each other
@@autogefuehl thanks! Read from another review now that it is avaible after like 15sec,sounds good! Thanks as allways for awsome in depth review! Keep it up!
Cannot imagine next c class...
What I can imagine is the price.
Which PHEV is better, the BMW or Audi A series?
Excellent choice for UK company car drivers due to very low BIK tax costs. But Tesla 3 is still a better option.
I'm glad I found your channel!
That boot floor is really clever, also that space might be a good one for the charge cables.
Hey, will you make a review about the new ford mondeo?
if there is a new model we can do it
@@autogefuehl Sounds great, I would love to see your review of it. It would be perfect if you could find one that have a lot of options.
can you ask BMW workers in Germany to hurry up :) need to wait 2 months for my dream car :) great review, thank you
Enjoy 😊
Mmmm the Touring would be amazing here in the U.S. :(
Enjoyed your detailed review. How is its handling compared to the lighter 330i?
Good, did u watch full length?
@@autogefuehl Yes I did. However I'd like to know whether the extra weight has any negative affect on the car's agility through corners when driven hard, compared to the 330i. I have driven the G20 330i and like that a lot but the 330e isn't available here yet so I am wondering if it is worth the wait.
we would like to know about effiecncy which he is not stating!!
@Autogefühl Hello, I would like to buy BMW 3 series 318dA G20 model. What do you think about that engine? Is this car reliable and do I really have to believe that the maintenance can be done only after 30.000km?
wont be any different to another 3 series!
Is this 2019 F series or 2020 G series???
Sir have you any idea of how many years will the batteries live and how much will approximately cost for a change?
BMW gives 6 years warranty. On the other side, petrol engine hopefully will last more years and in 10 years maybe changue the battery to a bigger one.
@@carlosrumbero9515 yes, the only thing i hope is if they will keep backwards support when they start using other types of batteries with extended features
Any news about inductive charging?
You state that the range in pure electric mode is 140km, is that really correct?
Thanks for a great review!
Thanks 🙏 no i didn’t say that
@@autogefuehl Ahh ok, it was 140km/h, my bad sorry.
I love the animal seats in my 3 series!
First, check out what the leather industry is trying to do:
th-cam.com/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/w-d-xo.html
Below this video you'll find more resources in the pinned comment to explain the topic even more in-depth.
DEAD animal seats
looks great, but what about range of a battery after 5 years...
In five years, who knows, maybe you can upgrade to a 200km range battery.
How much does 330e weighs?
1800 kg
what colour is the interior? it looks too brown to be "cognac"
Yes, Thomas.....a NICE review.....
Very god review, awsome car!
Does it use electric and combustionengine at the same time in hybridmode?
Watch full length :)
Watch full length :)
Watch full length :)
I like to order a m2 E competition version with a carbon fiber body frame.😻 sport mode & wide hips
recently driven a bonestock 330i loaner. Man is it a nimble little car. But then again I do drive a x7 50i lol. This 330e seems like a very good daily
If you drive fully electric, and need to floor it for a situation, then you are going to stress a cold engine??
basically yes, you shouldnt do that with any engine however
@@autogefuehl wondered about that too, the cold engine start. perhaps should start out in a mode that will utilize the petrol engine a little. does the car have a petrol only mode?
Great video!
Song at 7:00? 😯🙌🏼
Do BMWs break down a lot?The breakdown perspective might come from BMW fanboys who buy older BMWs (can't afford new or newer) drive them like they stole them and are surprised when they break!this is the answer received from google:)
It is true. BMW offers cars that have stronger engines (even in their base models) and are therefore also driven more aggressively. Which in turn requires proper maintenance in order to keep functioning well. The myth of the cars breaking down more often than their competitors is in a great part attributed to previous owners of 70hp cars thinking they can have a faster car at the same low maintenance cost while constantly pushing it to the limit.