03-28-2019, 09:52 PM | #1 |
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M340i xdrive vs X3M
So both are rated at 0-60 in 4.1 seconds but X3M cost $10,000 more with similar options.
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I bet the m340i handles better For those looking for a 4 door AWD vehicle for a dd with a family it's an interesting comparison. |
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03-28-2019, 11:20 PM | #3 |
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The M340i will be lighter by 400-600 lbs, more agile, but as far as carving canyons I might hazard to say the X3M would be better. It will surely have better steering and dramatically better suspension design which will translate into driver confidence. I had an M235i and now back to E92 M3 and the true M difference is enormous. Also, if the X3M can only do 4.1 0-60 that will be a shocker. The X5M does it in 3.8 with a 1/4 mile time of 12.2 per C&D.
BUT these are drastically different vehicles so what's the point? Either you want an SUV or you don't. If you aren't sure between M-performance and M, the G80 M3 isn't too far off. |
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They are both great vehicles. This was my pros and cons on the two:
+M340i has the new live cockpit technology +M340i is lighter -M340i low car ground clearance -M340i trunk loading +X3M Merino leather M sport seats |
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I am also debating X3M vs M340i:
X3M doesn't have Laserlight or the newer parking assist M sport seat with Merino MAY be available in the 3 if you go with individual Probably wait till M3 and 2020 550/X550 with the new engine. |
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X3M can go through Floods/Hard Rain/Haul Family Groceries Faster/Tow your track car and more comfortable for tall ppl
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I can't wait for real world reviews. The pricing is on point and I think folks will be shocked at the performance level. It's going to be much faster then BMW advertises for spirited runs and can double hauling your family of 5 and gear. It's a totally different animal than a M340i which IMO, is once again best in class. I expect no less in the X3M/X4M.
The X3M is the perfect Jekyll and Hyde!
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I will add this bit of a comparison. We currently have an 2018 340i xDrive with MPPSK and Dinan Elite V2 and a 2018 X3 M40i with a JB+. The 340i is suppose to be mine, the M40i is suppose to be her's...I find myself driving her M40i way more than my 340i as it is much more comfortable, the visibility is much better sitting up higher, and it scoots right along when the go pedal is pushed.
We usually get something new every two years. I have to say that I can easily see us trading the 340i and M40i on a new X3M sometime next year and then getting something else to drive on the side when a second car is needed. The hi-perf SUV fits our lifestyle so much better than a hi-perf sedan or sports car does without a doubt, even if it costs another 10 grand. |
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its a true m car so the chassis and suspension is going be to stiffer than a m performance vehicle
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You're getting substantially more car & TONS more fun in the X3 M. Also, with LC people are often seeing 3.6 - 3.8 (0-60 MPH) runs. That nice B58 will never compare to the S58.
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People are seeing lower 0-60 than that in the F97. Even C&D was able to clock a 3.3 0-60.
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