If I hadn’t found my M3 with low kms. I would have bought one of these.😊

This is the ultimate dad machine. I have a 22 M340i and absolutely adore it. Perfect for hauling the family around it and a bit of fun when I’m by myself. My commute is actually enjoyable, thanks to the Driver Assistant Pro package. Hell of a machine. BMW’s got a hell of an engine with the B58. Classic in the making.

Got this car in 2019 and couldn’t be happier. 3 years later still the best daily option. I prefer the smaller screen with buttons.

I bought a 2020 m340i. Love it! Sporty when I want and efficient when I need. Average 36mpg on the highway in Miami/palm beach traffic

If anyone is in love with this car but can’t quite justify financing one or whatever the case is. Look into the older gen 340i. Preferably an m sport. You can’t go wrong with the b58 in the sedan. Can make big power with less than $2k mods.

The reigning king of this segment. B58+ZF8= perfection

Also one HUGE advantage over the M3 - the front doesn't look hideous! The M340i looks properly good! Kudos for keeping the nice looks!

The "hockey stick" is called a Hofmeister kink and is one of the traditional design feature of a BMW 3 series - it is all over the car too

I bought a 21 M340i. Personally disagree with the new front end looking more aggressive. The changes aren’t bad but the notches under the headlights were removed. It completely changes the look in my opinion because it used to look unique. The diffuser I think feels completely out of place unless you’re buying black and it all blends in. The lack of buttons and gear shifter crosses the line of practicality vs minimalist. Overall, it’s nice but I’m glad i got the pre-LCI

I just bought my 2023 M340i, because of this review, so far the only down side in my car is it didn't come with the heads up display and no remote start unless I pay the extra $300, which that is not an issue I just wish it came with it pre-installed. Overall the power it has is mind blowing to the point I do not notice going 90+ mph in comfort mode. the sudden exhaust backfire sounds when you put it in sports + is a big +++

Very nicely shot video. One of the best I have seen of the LCI actually. Brilliant. Just on the M mirrors. They fit very well here. They do nothing for performance its an aesthetic detail. Yes first was exclusive on M cars and now on M Performance cars. It’s just mirrors!

Ordered one in Brooklyn grey, expecting it around march. Very dope car!!

Absolutely incredible review! I subscribed based off of the structure of your video and how informative it is - not to mention the quality! However…I blacked out my badges! I believe it adds a nice, aggressive touch

The M340i is everything that my sports sedan wants to be.

I have 2016 340 xdrive with 100k miles - I love it

Brilliant review! I love how you mention how it can do everything to a really high level (which is why i'm buying one), the supposed direct competitors to this are the Audi S4 and Merc C43 AMG, which are both not only slower, less tech-packed, but also cost more... which doesn't make them competitors. This car is closer in performance to the RS4 and C63, both of which cost significantly more than this. This car can go from feeling like a comfortable, quiet, smooth 5-series, to suddenly feeling like an M3 performance car in the flick of a switch, all whilst averaging over 35mpg which is insane. They could charge 20% more for this car and it'd still sell loads.

Amen!! I have a 2021, it's just plain crazy fast. No one needs anything more. Great review.

Boy. You really floored that car. I get like 30 MPG on a bad day. 35 MPG if I am driving conservatively.

Hey Sam! Thanks for the awesome review. I ordered one of these with the same specs. Right down to the anniversary badges! Traded in my Stinger GT1 AWD, which was a respectable car. The M340i should be on another level.

Love the red and blue accents on the emblems 🔥

im liking the exterior facelift but i like the previous interior better. but i agree about the new stupidly designed shifter

Late to the party but great review as others already said. I have a fully spect M340i Touring on order and can't wait to get it 👍

Honestly the front headlights looks like every other car now. I remember my 335is had the angel eyes halo look, and that was a huge flex. I don't know if it's due to me being older now 44, but I feel like you really experience the drive with it being manual. That huge wide screen monitor iPad has to go. Besides that, the car looks pretty cool!

Section should’ve been called interior downgrades not upgrades

Needs more drag races 👀

The big iPad curve screen is a deal breaker to me. If with the previous gen interior and the new exterior, this car would be perfect.

wanted to buy a g20 m340i lci but went for 2018 M4Competition instead. 0 regrets, i love this car to death

Ive got a 2023 M240i xdrive that I bought used with 3,000 miles on it. This car is an absolute beast of a daily driver…0-60 in 3.6 or so…the performance at this price point is off the charts crazy.

Great review. A true drivers car. One of the best packages BMW offer.

That b roll in the beginning is smooth 🔥🔥🔥😍😍😍

I got a 21 m340i and I love it! B58 !!

Nailed it. Well done. I love my 2023 M340i...

Just bought one today! Fantastic car and review!

Pro tip for the viewers: Disregard sam telling you not to black out the M340i emblem. 100% black it out on trims without chrome exterior pieces. If it's the only chrome on the car, it's out of place.

Would love to have the 21-22 M340I. Perfect sedan for daily use.

Just picked up the same car and it’s amazing in every way! Very happy with my purchase

Uuuuh I love the music in the beginning!...and the car is nice too.

Traded in my '21 M340i for a '22 M440i Gran Coupe. I just can't get enough of the B58 + ZF 8-speed. It's such an amazing powertrain.

I love my F30 and will keep it forever. Just wish it had that massive screen.

Exterior looks fantastic. Motor is solid. Interior is a no go. Audi is going this direction too but at least they are keeping a more traditional shifter….for now. I want something newer (I have tuned b9 s4) but for some reason everyone is going touch screen minimal interior and for me (45yo Yank) it’s all a bit too much. Maybe I’ll buy 69’s -90’s car and make a resto mod. All that said, I do like the looks and performance of tbis car. Amazing.

I loved this video. So good and the vehicle is amazing.

Thank you for the great review. I really like how you will come out and say that this car is the best in class. Not many reviewers will just say this car is best but I like your style. Hope everyone has a great day!!

"OHOHO THE WAY THIS THING TAKES OFF" meanwhile hyundai just casually driving past

I like my 2021 m340i. It’s got an actual gear lever

No question the M340i is the top dog of its segment. But it'll never shake the public perception of being second fiddle to the M3. Always the bridesmaid, never the bride.

would love to try one of these b58s. Happy with my modified n54 but feel like im missing out on the party sometimes lol

Great review and I'm amazed that you're weren't stuck in bumper to bumper on the DVP.

2021 in the house. Great daily driver and a monster on the track.

This engine will go down in history as one of the best engines ever made

Definitely agree with the M side mirror comment

I sold my 2021 M340 XDRIVE for an M3 g80 xdrive and .... never looked back! different solar systems!:)

best daily driver i have had since owning a F30 M4.

“My favorite part about this car, the mirrors” tell me you don’t drive without telling me you don’t… drive

M340i is such a great daily car with tremendous of power for everyday driving, spirited driving on country roads and fast autobahn drives. Interior is much better than F30, G20 interior is pretty much matched to 5 series. I would not change pre LCI 2022 for this new one because: 1) rear diffusor 2) imo worse idrive and screens 3) delete of gear shifter Ok maybe front end looks better but the rest....nah.

This car is crazy 🔥

Can you review the S4 now too

Good review Sam 👍 You made great decision with your BMW 👏

I have a X5 and really enjoy resting my hand on the shift knob.

I will stick with my 2020 model thank you very much 😊

Amazing car. Almost bought it new in Germany but I went for the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio because it was actually cheaper after dealer's discount. 80-86k is the asking price atm in Germany for 2022/3 model with great spec. Last year in December I got an offer from BMW for 60k for 2021 model. Price went up 20k within a year. 80 is way to much for it since you are very close to M3 M4 territory.

I agree with you on losing the shift knob, replacing it with buttons is just cheap and ugly. There's a certain beauty with a shift knob in a car, and much easier to use that stupid buttons.

I like LCI m340i, you are right. S4 tried to beat, Mercedes C43 tried. None can compare because of that engine, drivetrain is perfect.

Great review! The only car I would choose over this one is the G42 M240i 😄

The hockey stick remark is actually the Hofmeister kink . it is on every 3 series .mainly the window pillars . Wilhelm Hofmeister former BMW Engineer and Division manager .

I love my 2023 M340i!

For a young guy and his growing family, this model is perfect. It's faster than most other cars on the road and looks handsome. If you are single, this car could break the ice for you. My own M2 does that in spades!

This and the LCI X6 are the only BMWs that look amazing at every single angle

I agree.. bmw should’ve left the shift knob in their smaller line ups. ex 2, 3 series They could have upgraded the shift knob from 2022 Nevertheless we’ll get use to it because the car is fabulous

wish cars were this cheap in my country.. would snag one up immediately!

Like the multi9media display, but dislike the gauge cluster screen, should've kept with the old design

Very beautiful car and nice video.

That car is a beauty.

2021 is amazing, truly amazing machine

awesome 👌

You actually do good car review.

Bought a new 2021 M340x drive awesome car!

love this guys persona :p

@samcarlegion actually it seems BMW lied us a lot about the performance of this amazing engine. This beast actually makes around 410hp at the wheel which translates to around 440hp at the crank! Which is STOCK! It was measured on dyno in an 2022 m240i xdrive!

Great. Is this colour called Dravit Grey?

m badges everywhere is confusing with M models reducing the exclusivity , agreed

Orange Leather iPhone 14 Pro case with orange leather watch band! Excellent combination!

Hi Sam thankyou for the great review... I'm from Ottawa area and used to drive a 2008 335 sedan... it had great power but terribly rough ride probably due to the stock suspension and run flat summer tires it came with. I now drive a 2011 328 coupe which may not have the same power but definitely a smoother ride. Now I'm looking at 2023 M340 ...do you think speccing it out with adaptive suspension and non run flat tires would help making the rider smoother? The other vehicle I'm thinking of is the 2023 X4 any thoughts would be appreciated

Shift knobs for an automatic...are for complete knobs. The little nugget shifter is great! Why have a huge shift knob when you don't need it? Click the nugget into drive, reverse, it's super easy! You actually appreciate that there is no clutter or a big knob in very short order. It's not a manual transmission, why need a huge knob? I love it!

Sam as I have stated in many of your videos. The B58 is the king! Nice job brother!

It’s always hockey sticks with you Canadians 😂. I have a 21 S4 now but this will likely be my next car.

The grill on this car looks a lot better than the G8X grill! They should have given an option to have this on the M3 (instead of the hog snout).

What colour is it? Looks so good

Nothing but respect for the legendary B58. ❤️❤️❤️

Stepping out of my S63 engine into the B58 was not enough to sway.. sound alone of 4.4

I’m not a bmw fan but this one is nice 👍

Shift knob looks better for a sporty car, and the display panel looks good but looks poorly incorporated to the dash.

The LCI ain’t better, touch 1-8 buttons sorely missed when I took a test drive in one. Decided to buy the non LCI model because of this. Front however does look nicer, the m mirror caps though is just funny, prefer the gold/grey caps myself.

Hey, Sam! May I ask you which brand is the watch you wear during the video ? Thank you

Got the pre-LCI model and loved it. Lease is about to expired so about to get the new LCI next month. I definitetly fallen in love with the new looks and design. Mixed feelings about the missing climate control, but I'll deal with. One of the biggest disappointment is the shifter. I love using the shifter to place my hand on it. I'm about to just grab a pen and tape it over the new shifter just so I can have something to hold. lol

Wait, "the way this thing takes off..."????? I saw TWO cars passed you while you are saying that.

What color is this one? The Brooklyn grey or skyscraper?

Got 20 plate best car ever,,,, more than fast and efficient 👍🏻

Will the M440i xdrive get the same awesome new dash?????

The best car hands down!! In its class no match and in the states u can build a rwd one for 62k loaded nicely too

It would be great if you could make a back to back comparison with the M240i. To tell you the truth, I am in the process of choosing one of the two, and I could use some help. I really enjoy your videos.