The only reason why it looks like it's "aged really well" is because nothing's changed. If your grandma looked the same from the 1970s up until 2018, I'd say she "aged very well".
I love mine with one exception: horrible low quality design of inside door handles. They are embarrassingly creaking and skewing. Center console is no better if touched.
As a bmw driver, i'm grateful for that. The thing i want to do least is to try to find where every button is. I care about the driving experience. The layout of m3 is similar, but many details are different.
Sorry but this is not BMW's smallest sedan at all. Think about the 1 series and the 2 series. By the way it is also misleading to call this car a luxury compact car. Nothing is compact about this car. Remember: This car is as big as the 1996-2003 BMW fife series (E39) was! It's high time to call the F30 3 series an upper middle class sports sedan.
The steering wheel looks small I like it. Also what's the difference between 328d 320i 330i 340i and 330e performance? There's so many it's overwhelming lol
328d is diesel 320-330 have the same engine but different internals, 320 being slowest 330 being fastest. 335-340 are 6 cylinders. Same engine different inter and etc.
Updated nav, updated i-drive, updated dash, new interior materials, suspension and steering improvements, an entirely new engine, new headlights and tail-lights, and additional safety features. all of these were gradually added since 2012. But yeah basically nothing right
ryan robson that's all well and good but if you look at a 2012 mbz compared to a 2018 c class it's a world of difference. I'd find it hard for a person to say I'll take a brand new one opposed to saying I'll take a 2014 due to all the non noticeable changes you listed ...just saying
Blind spot detection and Apple car play aren't even included without paying extra?My $19K elantra had it included at no additional charge.BMW relies too much on their reputation.
It's not just the reputation, there is a fairly significant difference in the build quality and feel of materials between the two vehicles. Not saying that the Elantra feels cheap but you can feel the difference for sure. Plus if you don't care for blind spot detection like me and rely more on yourself instead for the safety technologies it honestly won't matter and you can also pick up a 3 Series for the same price as the Elantra with it only being 2 years old.
@@jamesharris184 I'm stil driving it. No issues so far. I admit, bmw is a nice car to drive, but I really don't care much about acceleration or comfort as much. I just want a car to get me from point A to point B in relative comfort and be reliable. So my priorities are different.
You said it's starting to show its age just a little bit, and you also said that a few years ago when it looked the same, if they have the same cabin again next year maybe it's time for a new phrase
Golden Memes I’m going to do the 335i Beamer, if I could afford the high end M3 or Quadrifoglio I’d go for the Alfa. Performance over infotainment but if you can’t afford the high end performance might as well go for the idrive and the better reliability of the bmw name over Alfa.
I currently own a 2011 Honda Accord sedan. I’m considering the next generation 3 Series (G20) when it releases. How big an upgrade will it be? Is there any need for a 5 Series?
I would go with a new Accord if I were you... similar features/tech, more reliable and a better overall value and long term investment (as far as depreciation goes).
Audi and Mercedes are both far superior at this point bmw Just isn’t changing it up enough and the interior features are lacking for the price.... still kinda want an m3 tho
Depends. I think he means the way the car is considered. Powerful, symbolic, status, modern and also popular for a particular group of people. I know all i said is also includes Tesla, but bimmers have been this way for a very long time and people will think of BMW whenever "ultimate driving machine"-discussion is brought up, the same as the "ultimate phone" which most of us will think of the iPhone, which is true btw
No No you are wrong about taking this car on long road trips, I own a(750 Li )and put it in the local BMW shop for some work and they give me one of these as a loaner, and my son and I took this little thing out for a 2.5 hour drive and this is the most uncomfortable BMW I have ever been in for a long road trip. great for short trips but not for long trips.
Agreed! I've bought quite a few used Mercedes and BMWs - I owned a 2008 335i convertible that I got for 25K, a 2012 X3 for 35K and a 2015 Mercedes C300 for 23K! It's totally worth buying these cars off lease with low mileage after the drastic depreciation when they are 2-3 yrs old!
Brian Wong Exucse me please don’t use your derogatory language on my channel I don’t know what it is with you people who feel the need to use that kind of language constantly it sounds so unsophisticated and childish.
+hensems: It's all a matter of personal preference and perspective. BMW's are not like any other car. People drive BMWs for the driving experience, yet want something that is more refined, but yet has a sporty look and feel. Benz and Audi's appeal to people who are looking more for luxury; BMW's are about performance, #1.
Depends on the model. The non-facelift 3 Series is definitely better than the old A4 and W204. The LCI 3 Series is on the same lvl as the new A4 but definitely behind the W205. But in 2019 the G20 3 Series will change the interior.
So once again..... If you want to make a statement about yourself.. don't buy a 3-series. Literally no changes since 2012. I also cringe at people who think they are a "big deal" riding in a 328... used.
Chi Wai Tran I purchased a 325i sport convertible for about $4,800. I love the car and spent a hell of a lot less than a new one. I still get compliments on the vehicle...
Alex but when they do break it's sometimes cost prohibitive to fix them, I'm glad I have a 2010 Ford Focus because I know it's a simpler car and parts will be plentiful and cheap for the next few decades because they sold well When you buy luxury (BMW, Lexus, Audi, Mercedes, Infiniti, Lincoln, Genesis, Acura, Buick, Cadillac, Chrysler, GMC etc) parts will be far and few between because they don't sell as much as budget cars (Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Volkswagen etc) the dealer will charge you as they please for a part, watch Scotty Kilmer's video on it
2024. I just paid off this car after buying it in 2022 as a preowned. This BMW is the last of its kind. It is timeless.
Looking to buy one, any concerns with it in 2024?
Yeah, keen to know as well. Any major issue in your last two years of ownership?
This car has aged really well, I am curious to see the how the next generation looks
The only reason why it looks like it's "aged really well" is because nothing's changed. If your grandma looked the same from the 1970s up until 2018, I'd say she "aged very well".
Heyy it’s 2020 I’m Carmello and it looks great
Just picked up a 2018 330 m sport after totaling my 2016 328i. And let me tell you 👌🏼
@@Tr4G3dy4440 3 months later. How’s it going?
@@VloggingWithDane Loving it a lot!
Shadow line edition looks amazing
This car would be perfect with an atmospheric L6 3l engine, which is the real 330i
I enjoy your reviews and videos man, I just wish you test drove the cars in them more...
twigstudios I agree. Get the car on the road.
2018 Honda Odyssey? What happened to your local dealer?
I love Bimmers. The features for I drive is amazing! 2018 onwards. ⚡💥⚡
Beautiful driving machine!! xox
Can’t review a bummer if you don’t review drive it. BMW drives like no other amazing engineering.
Dave Agnew Ya I know because I personally own an F30 3 Series.
This car is really beatuful
This is similar too the late 90's early 2000's styling as far as interiors go. The entire lineup needs refreshing.
why still has that old school parking brake
Well done. Much obliged.
Thanks
@@TheDickMan_ he wasn't talking to you you hole
There was a time when BMW swore it would never resort to using a turbo in one of its cars.
Why do they put blind spot on the side of the mirror like I’m not looking there to get into the other lane
Nice car....good review.
I want this car ❤️
About to buy one 23k miles next month 🙏 can't wait to get all the honeys 😁😁😁😁🤣
😂
Got one for 40k miles
You probably don’t wash your ass so the chances of “getting all the honeys” are very very slim lol
Is it normal that I don’t have paddle shifters on my f30 330i 2018?? And also the digital speedometer
Yes normal
How do you synchronize the climate control?
Very carefully
This car is dope as fck
which trim model has the digital thing in the cluster above the steering wheel
S model
I love itttt
I love mine with one exception: horrible low quality design of inside door handles. They are embarrassingly creaking and skewing. Center console is no better if touched.
When are they changing the design of the exterior?? It looks the same since 2012
Nerd
Nerd
@@TheDickMan_ for once I'm in agreement with you. But you're still a hole
Is it just me ? Cuz every single bmw interior looks the same
They keep things very conservative.
It's call unification.
Yo even the m3 looks basically the same with a m3 id want more
Same with mercedes and audi intrrior! It saves cost
As a bmw driver, i'm grateful for that. The thing i want to do least is to try to find where every button is. I care about the driving experience. The layout of m3 is similar, but many details are different.
Sorry but this is not BMW's smallest sedan at all. Think about the 1 series and the 2 series. By the way it is also misleading to call this car a luxury compact car. Nothing is compact about this car. Remember: This car is as big as the 1996-2003 BMW fife series (E39) was! It's high time to call the F30 3 series an upper middle class sports sedan.
Why do the BMW US models have side light in the front?
xXRuSsMaFXx US requirements.
xXRuSsMaFXx different requirements in the US... I like the Euro spec cars better
The steering wheel looks small I like it. Also what's the difference between 328d 320i 330i 340i and 330e performance? There's so many it's overwhelming lol
all have different engines
328d is diesel 320-330 have the same engine but different internals, 320 being slowest 330 being fastest. 335-340 are 6 cylinders. Same engine different inter and etc.
Can you do a 2006-2011 bmw 3 series? Bmw M5 V10, 2008 Audi S8 V10, or 2008 mercedes benz e550?
Sure
Soooo basically nothing changed really from 2012
yeah. just the screen and dashboard change
Updated nav, updated i-drive, updated dash, new interior materials, suspension and steering improvements, an entirely new engine, new headlights and tail-lights, and additional safety features. all of these were gradually added since 2012. But yeah basically nothing right
ryan robson that's all well and good but if you look at a 2012 mbz compared to a 2018 c class it's a world of difference. I'd find it hard for a person to say I'll take a brand new one opposed to saying I'll take a 2014 due to all the non noticeable changes you listed ...just saying
MeChan Mao-Ward iduno why it looks exactly the same. Like they only changed the headlamps to LEDs
yep thats why people can save thousands and buy a 2013 model with low miles
Is that the new all or face left ?
Facelift or LCI
Why does it sound like it has valve tick bad?
Because youre a nerd.
is this comfortable for 6Feet person?
Idk but it works fine for me being 4'1
if bmw 3 gets automatic phone charging it will be better
I'm looking at one of these Saturday only has 12k ok it what's better the bmw 330i or a wrx??
What did you end up getting
@@michaelchafin9382 a vw gti and a 5.0 mustang
Gonna cop one I’m only 21
You're getting to that age bro. I'm only 72 years young
Blind spot detection and Apple car play aren't even included without paying extra?My $19K elantra had it included at no additional charge.BMW relies too much on their reputation.
It's not just the reputation, there is a fairly significant difference in the build quality and feel of materials between the two vehicles. Not saying that the Elantra feels cheap but you can feel the difference for sure. Plus if you don't care for blind spot detection like me and rely more on yourself instead for the safety technologies it honestly won't matter and you can also pick up a 3 Series for the same price as the Elantra with it only being 2 years old.
How did they arrive at that reputation, is the question.. How do u like the Elantra... I just appreciate the acceleration of the BMW.
@@jamesharris184 I'm stil driving it. No issues so far. I admit, bmw is a nice car to drive, but I really don't care much about acceleration or comfort as much. I just want a car to get me from point A to point B in relative comfort and be reliable. So my priorities are different.
Elantra lol
Germany cars are the best specially Bmw
Wait, it’s turbo charged?
Supercharged
330i - 2.0 4 cylinder. What u smoke there BMW?
2:23 Silly Beep Chime
Can someone tell me why is it 330i if its 2l 4 cylinder? what changed in bmw naming their cars?
It is a mystery to us all. The actual 3L 6 cylinder versions are of years past and highly desirable.
Learn to spell.
If it isn't 3 litre in-line six then its not a 330i.
it is because BMW says so.
i cant understand it as well, why is it called 330i if it is not an 3l engine i 3 series model? or something changed in bmw car names?
Nerds
@@TheDickMan_ u hole
How the fuck do you review a car without driving it
Yo I live in rocklin ca next to Roseville
Robert Barragan Very cool!
apooooooo..ace
You said it's starting to show its age just a little bit, and you also said that a few years ago when it looked the same, if they have the same cabin again next year maybe it's time for a new phrase
Tempted to lease this or a Giulia Ti
MrMiamiswaggz305
Which one you go with??
Golden Memes I’m going to do the 335i Beamer, if I could afford the high end M3 or Quadrifoglio I’d go for the Alfa. Performance over infotainment but if you can’t afford the high end performance might as well go for the idrive and the better reliability of the bmw name over Alfa.
MrMiamiswaggz305 go drive the normal Giulia.. you’ll be surprised
Just drove one home! 🤩
How is it? My Mom was very close to buying a ‘17 320i but chose a ‘17 Cadillac ATS instead.
@@lucascarreviews *ur mom made a grave mistake.*
For a luxury car theres nothing that special looking about it
Came here curious about Lexus IS competition. I see there is none. That BMW engine sounds like a Briggs and Straton lawnmower and the interior is meh.
WHO LIKES SAVING GAS I SURE AS HELL DO 👍
I currently own a 2011 Honda Accord sedan. I’m considering the next generation 3 Series (G20) when it releases. How big an upgrade will it be? Is there any need for a 5 Series?
get an 2018 accord i think it's better and live longer and worth the price
mgmgmgdhmgv and what about the Lexus NX?
the NX has a very outdated interior, it also feels cheaper than a BMW or an Audi. If you want an NX wait for a new gen
Rafael Carpy that’s precisely what I’m going to do. I guess the next NX will be a significant improvement.
I would go with a new Accord if I were you... similar features/tech, more reliable and a better overall value and long term investment (as far as depreciation goes).
Ultimate driving machine!! Not anymore
wesley gailliard Alfa Romeo
who much dollar BMW 3301
Kalungi Aloysius $53,000
Audi and Mercedes are both far superior at this point bmw Just isn’t changing it up enough and the interior features are lacking for the price.... still kinda want an m3 tho
Superior is putting big LCD in the center? I love the BMW's classic look.
Should I buy this car used?
Cass Tan YES
Yes
@@Tr4G3dy4440 well I ended up getting a 2018 440I gran coupe lol
@@soccalengendary I just got the 2018 330i after totaling my 2016 328i. But hell yeah that’s a sick car man
@@Tr4G3dy4440 dude do u know the differences between 330i 328d etc there's a lot and idk what's different?
4 cylinder? 2.0L ? wtf happened...
I think i'll hang on to my e91 330d, which is 6 in line, 3.0 L.
they can put 330 on it but its just not.
HCShuffle the new 330 is the 340.
Hello, it's Obmas cafe standards. What a crock of shhhh!
Lexus is where it's at
Rather have the more Modern Tesla M3
the 3 series has fallen behing the Audi A4 and the MB C class . The A4 beats the 3 series in every aspect.
Jenn Kolbinger Every BMW have same LED running lights while Audi have different shapes for every model.
G20 3 Series will come next year.
The Audi DSG sucks! The worst gearbox on the planet! Slippage, clunking and lag, not prestige!
The iPhone of the car industry 😒
Depends. I think he means the way the car is considered. Powerful, symbolic, status, modern and also popular for a particular group of people. I know all i said is also includes Tesla, but bimmers have been this way for a very long time and people will think of BMW whenever "ultimate driving machine"-discussion is brought up, the same as the "ultimate phone" which most of us will think of the iPhone, which is true btw
But it's not overpriced.
This car is super outdated though, wait for the new BMW 3 series. This damn doesn’t even have Apple or android CarPlay. Even a corolla has that
kevinszhere1 Actually the Corolla doesn't have android auto or Apple care play...
kevinszhere1 but a Corolla is pure plastic and the 2018 Corolla still uses halogen taillights
Interior is boring compared to c class and a4
Dude, you might want to mention that it has a touch screen...
Philip Greene I don’t have to mention anything...
Camerons Car Reviews lmao
@@CameronsCarReviews that's right tell em! 👏
No No you are wrong about taking this car on long road trips, I own a(750 Li )and put it in the local BMW shop for some work and they give me one of these as a loaner, and my son and I took this little thing out for a 2.5 hour drive and this is the most uncomfortable BMW I have ever been in for a long road trip. great for short trips but not for long trips.
Youre wrong
$53k!!?? Rip-off!!!
Mike Zerker Not when you get one 2-3 years old and it’s drops to only $19,000
Agreed! I've bought quite a few used Mercedes and BMWs - I owned a 2008 335i convertible that I got for 25K, a 2012 X3 for 35K and a 2015 Mercedes C300 for 23K! It's totally worth buying these cars off lease with low mileage after the drastic depreciation when they are 2-3 yrs old!
is it a diesel engine or gas
The BMW is a car..
330 with a 2 litre engine....no way. I'll stick to my 330d m sport 🤣
i like audi more.
The presentation is lame. Watch the British lady presenting 2019 the 3 series. 👉🏻👉🏻👉🏻
Boring
this 4cyl turbo crap sucks! 330i is supposed to be a 3 Liter 6cyl inline, for fuck's sake!
You've clearly not driven a 4cyl turbo-charged bmw
Love BMW. BUT HOLY FUCK CHANGE THE INTERIOR
Brian Wong Exucse me please don’t use your derogatory language on my channel I don’t know what it is with you people who feel the need to use that kind of language constantly it sounds so unsophisticated and childish.
*language u child*
compared to Merce and Audi,BMW left behind in avery aspect.The designed and interior dull and boring.BMW need to fast change..Mercedes way2 better
nope. depends on the model.
I think Benz is like an Android trying to look to modern and looks cheap at entry levels. Only nice when it’s higher models .
same with lexus
+hensems: It's all a matter of personal preference and perspective. BMW's are not like any other car. People drive BMWs for the driving experience, yet want something that is more refined, but yet has a sporty look and feel. Benz and Audi's appeal to people who are looking more for luxury; BMW's are about performance, #1.
Depends on the model.
The non-facelift 3 Series is definitely better than the old A4 and W204.
The LCI 3 Series is on the same lvl as the new A4 but definitely behind the W205.
But in 2019 the G20 3 Series will change the interior.
So once again..... If you want to make a statement about yourself.. don't buy a 3-series. Literally no changes since 2012. I also cringe at people who think they are a "big deal" riding in a 328... used.
Chi Wai Tran I purchased a 325i sport convertible for about $4,800. I love the car and spent a hell of a lot less than a new one. I still get compliments on the vehicle...
Lol...But why buy any luxury car new??
Crappiest car review ever
I wouldn't buy a BMW because fixing it is a huge pain in the ass, buy a Lincoln instead
realimbored668 yeah but at least you don’t have to fix it very often they are fairly reliable cars
Alex but when they do break it's sometimes cost prohibitive to fix them, I'm glad I have a 2010 Ford Focus because I know it's a simpler car and parts will be plentiful and cheap for the next few decades because they sold well
When you buy luxury (BMW, Lexus, Audi, Mercedes, Infiniti, Lincoln, Genesis, Acura, Buick, Cadillac, Chrysler, GMC etc) parts will be far and few between because they don't sell as much as budget cars (Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Volkswagen etc) the dealer will charge you as they please for a part, watch Scotty Kilmer's video on it
realimbored668 actually Lexus is cheaper to fix given it’s a Japanese car and any mechanic could fix it
Oli Freakin Davis Lincoln is a Ford product and American cars are cheap and easy to fix equally with Japanese cars, don't buy Eurotrash
realimbored668 well I’ve been wanting a Ford Fiesta ST
Looks extremely dated, who would buy this thing in 2018. Look at those corners.