This is why the very base G20 BMW 330i is the one to get! Quick drive and review.
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Nice video! So glad someone took the time to review the 330i base model!!! Thank you for sharing!!
Thanks for watching !
Thanks for a short video! I liked your blitz in the beginning too
Probably the best Base model to date,I’m driving one now from a rental company,as my truck is being repaired and I agree it’s very very good,previous e92m3 owner here 😎
So good !!
Thanks for your great review! You pretty much helped me to make up my mind! This car is for me☺️
"you don't really need that much of a faster car for daily driving"
Says the man who daily drives a M3.
Exactly. He speaks with experience!
@@Dankforth
Yeah, right.
I bet his next car will be another M-something. LOL
🤣
Back in the day my Wife bought a new 1989 Saab 900 which was a base model vs. the 900S which was (I think) $1K more. The only difference was a Sunroof and a few minor things. She opted for the base because of the $$ savings. As we drove it for the next ten years it never made a difference and we were glad we saved the money which financed, would've really been at least $2K. Point is you're driving a BMW and that should be good enough. Good video..!
Nice vid Tommy, you’ve made great points all around. Can’t wait for the G80 m3 to arrive so we can see the review
I might be tempted to buy one and cover up that nose
Great video. I'm glad you chose the 330i because I think it's the best buy. Economical when you're not in a hurry, and fast when you demand it from him. The equipment is more than satisfactory.
Here in Europe, the story is a little different. There is a lot of extra charge for such a level of equipment that you get as standard. All the best from Serbia.
p.s. Take your hand off the gear lever, it's an ugly habit that I have too ... 😉
I love this car.
I’ve had mine for 18 months. I really like it a lot. I don’t have a problem with the shifter going into neutral … I keep both hands on the wheel. 😊😉
But do you get a lot of hot ladies looking at you when driving this cool car?
How has your experience been w the car?
@@eddier401 It’s been very enjoyable to drive and has not had any problems.
The zf 8 speed transmission is really amazing the shifts are so fast, it’s the only auto I would ever consider over a stick for driving pleasure.
I agree !
Excellent review and thanks for the honest opinions. Well done.
Thank you for watching!!
Thanks for this - finding a base model review is next to impossible. Also, am happy to see that I'm not the only one that prefers more traditional analog-looking gauges... I just can't get used to those fully-digital cockpits! Am coming off of two successive (manual!) Audi A4s and am "jumping ship" to this BMW next week. Kind of bittersweet but none of the German manufacturers import manual transmissions in Canada/US anymore so figure this would be the time to try something new.
You will like it. And base is actually the way to go in my book
Yeah but the engine is not "base model" and it sucks that prize different within 320i and 330e is 10K euros here. There is 88 hp difference aswell lol
@@enjoylife756 it is base model in US now. They don’t sell 320i anymore.
It’s amazing what you get in a base model. I drove an x3 with a similar 4cylinder turbo engine, and was impressed with the power. Very sufficient for daily duty.
It’s also part of the amazing transmission
3 serious I love it! I enjoy all of your vids bro. Keep up the good work.
Lol
@@TommyLGarage You said it multiple times towards the end of your review. I knew what you meant sir. I am also impressed with that base model. Have a great day!
I love base models for commuting and saving on gas, parts and diy maintenance. I have a f30 n20 similar to this which I love and will probably run forever unless I trade it for a g20. Great video
I got a new appreciation for bass cars
Wow great info, especially the round analog gauges! If I decide I can do an automatic some day this might be on the list.
It’s a fantastic car !
@@TommyLGarage how does it compare in engagement compared with the F80? I had a F80 CWP and while it was fun it was a bit disconnected for me. I’m sure you are feeling that as you swap back and forth from the Cayman!
I have the M340i -- i've had that same issue with holding the gear shifter, hitting a bump then accidentally shifting to neutral. I can count on one hand how many times its happened but its definitely something to be mindful of.
That’s so interesting I am glad I’m not the only one. But I suspect in the future there will be an accident where someone thinks he or she is in gear and the car rolls backwards and hits somebody
I just got a new 330i as a loaner from my dealer. Nice car. As an initial reaction, my only "gripe" is the steering wheel. It feels huge compared to my M Sport wheel, maybe it's the airbag design. That said, I'm sure I would adjust! I also prefer the button / switch layout in my car but again it's familiarity.
I agree with you on the steering feel. But that’s most new cars anyways
I seem to get the same car when I get a loaner from my dealer. The first thing I noticed was how precise the steering was even in comfort compared to Fxx models. Oh and the ending was great!
Steering was amazing. I agree!!
Totally agree... I daily a stage 2 m235i xdrive with kw v3s as well as a fully modded e46 330 zhp. Drove this 2 weeks ago as a loaner. While I wondered how more amazing the m340 would be with the B58 and msport suspension, I could honestly consider this as a daily. The handling and steering impressed me most. With better tires on it, would be even better. Perfect balance or ride and handling for a daily.
I drove one at a BMW event. Liked it. Didn’t love it. I paid a couple thousand less than that for my 2016 M3 (manual, no accidents, 44,000 miles) last year. WAAAAYYY better purchase! If someone wants to get into a BMW at this price, I’d recommend they buy a slightly used one in good condition and a higher trim level.
That’s a good alternate.
You are right and my rational side was on the same page while shopping but I ended up getting a 440 which makes my emotional side very happy! That in-line 6.... grrrr...
I’ll be driving the 6 cylinder soon
@Just DoIt actually it’s a2017, but super happy with it and we will all adapt to the new design so I would not mind it... not worst than my previous car a TL 2009 with beak!
Hi is this more smooth drive than a Mercedes c class ???? Saloon
let's see you having some fun with it
I need to drive it in the snow
Hello Tommy, for your f80 you should put bmw m3 cs brake lights because it's really cool and has an amazing welcome animation
Ehhh. Not oem
Great video!!
Thanks Alex !
E92 M3 zcp and F30 335i M owner here, I took this car as a loaner today and I was disappointed that I got a 330i base model and not a m340i. But I will say that I am impressed with this vehicle! For the first time I can say the luxury car doesn't look bad at all. It looks sporty. Overall they did a great job outside but the grilles are a little too big. I will still recommend the M sport because I personally like cars that hold their value better and obviously look sportier and not base model.
Going to the inside, the seats are comfy, the quality in materials all over from seats to the soft touch dash boards feel very stiff and high quality. Nothing feels like the typical american/japanese fake hollow leather hard dash. The trims look very good and feel in place. The buttons feel good and they are stiffer compared to the last gens. Compared to the better M340i, the gauge cluster looks basic-futuristic, it's not bad. I like the gas and temperature gauge ideas but they aren't very precise. I would rather have a needle. The sport mode shift lights are cool. As you rev up the the red line, the green lights start from edges of the cluster and start lighting closer into the inside until it highlights red. I prefer the M340i as it looks cooler. It looks modern high tech, it is all screen gauge cluster.
I do agree that the iDrive system on older models are better. This is because the menu on the older iDrive system was like a simple menu of what you want. This one how ever, the menu is like little app icons to the left. but most of the screen is taken up by app previews which can make it hard tp navigate since every little window isn't just going from left to right, its going left to right and sometimes one on top of the other. Luckily their is touch screen enabled on the screen, but it doesn't matter because it is still confusing to anyone entering BMW vehicles with this version of iDrive. Worse, it takes away from what iDrive is about, simplicity, speed, responsiveness, and quicker to use for the average driver. Because of this, it can be quite dangerous when being used on the road. I think this is why we have driver assistance in these vehicles, because they may have the idea that people will use this confusing system on the road. I also notice when I turn the knob fast I notice frame rate issues but it doesn't fail to get it where you want it. It's in no way bad, it just takes time for anyone to learn the system, once you learn it, it's easy to use. F30 and LCI E90 iDrive system was easiest to use and the best in the automotive market next to Audi's operating system.
Driving dynamics is very good in this car. The car is quick, the car is fast for what it is. The car feels good from accelerating to even taking turns. This car is very comfortable when you want it to be. This car is just fun to drive. I love it.
Would I buy this car? Would I recommend it? Well no. It's not worth the 41k starting price tag. It's base model, do yourself a favor and get yourself an M sport if you really want one. The car is like 7k over priced for what it is. The M340i, well that seems to be over priced as well. For the price, you can get better cars. There are other options like BMW E9x's F3x's F8xs F10's E60's , Audi B8, C7, and other models, Mercedes W204, and other models.
I agree with you. And for that price I’d just buy a Tesla model 3
Great video. I love the analog hybrid gauges too, absolutely more refined than the full digital (think Honda civic). Only thing that I’m not loving is the 8.8” center info display. how did you find interacting with it? would you still recommend it a year later? 10” has really become the standard (competitors incl. genesis and Audi have upgraded). I wonder if BMW will too.
Honestly the screen didn’t bother me. It feels very minimalistic and in line with the general interior look
First!
On a serious note though, I was considering a G20 as a daily to give my M4 a rest during the week. But after test driving an F30 340i and G20 3 series back to back, the F30 feels soooo much more nimble and is available with a manual!
FYI, for the same price as that G20 330i you can get a low mileage G20 M340i which is leaps and bounds better.
but you can also buy this one with low miles
That’s a good point about a used 340i
Yep, I have an F31 N20 and an e92 N54 and the 4 cyl. feels soooo boring compared with the 6. Sorry Tommy, 6 cyl over 4 cyl any day.
I recently got an x4 and I like to rest my hand on the shifter as well. Yes, i've totally knocked it into neutral on accident on multiple occasions and it's very nerve wracking.
It’s a real design flaw!!! Btw congrats on the x4. Lovely car
I agree 100% about the gauges.
I’m glad I’m not the only one
Thanks man for your video it was awesome!!!! I just bought a 330i bmw 2020 very beautiful inside out!!
Congrats!! Base 3 series is the way to go
Great review
Thanks for the feedback!
Good review might be my next lease...
It’s a solid car. Thanks for watching !!
Hey I just picked this car up brand new and the comfort access isn’t working. Was looking for a setting and haven’t found a way to turn it on. Pretty sure this is a standard feature and was on my older BMW. Any ideas?
maybe you don't have comfort access? It's not a standard feature.
Regarding your shifter comment-it’s not just you, my man. I learned to drive on a stick shift, and the same thing happens to me in my 2013 740i if I am not careful. Didn’t happen in my 2007 335i, however.
So odd. I miss normal automatic shifters
4:19 i cant with this piano black trim im laughing so much at how it dirties so easily
So true
Yep you got the new car “itch” bad. The last couple of videos I’ve noticed you’ve been talking about other cars. Good luck on your purchase. 😊
Haha that’s some good investigating :)
We have that car. I agree with everything you said!
Nice! lovely car
Ditto! Great video.
The convenience package is worth every penny.
I agree!!
Thanks for the courtesy vehicle review TLG.
Thanks MT
This car feels better to drive than the m340 unless you’re accelerating. The lower weight in the front because of the 4 cyl feels much better than the straight six when cornering.
That’s an interesting point. And it makes sense. The car handles so well.
@@TommyLGarage I noticed this when I drove my neighbors 430 right after driving my 340. The car felt more enjoyable on the streets. Just more responsive and lively.
I’m not sure if you remember the JGTC Japanese grand touring championships. The Supras in the race were all 4 cylinders because of the weight. Not the monster 2jzs
Missing the all digital display that’s a must imo for a 2020
I dislike the digital display
2:20 active lane keep assist - nope - that's lane assist. "autopilot" comes in a different package and is activated on the left side of the steering wheel - you don't have a button for it on the one you're driving...
Good call. Thank you
One thing this car has that the X cars doesn’t have is shift lights. It’s a small thing but even the X3 M40i doesn’t get shift lights despite it being an M “lite”
Ahh good point. Thanks!
I quit the habit of having my hand on the gear lever when I had my manual civic (heard synchros take a beating) so it doesn’t bother me.
Still I think it’s a small issue
Got my 2022 330i in March. Very fun to drive! Drove from GA to FL in eco mode and got over 500 miles to one tank! Very efficient and fun to drive in sport mode!
I agree and congrats !!
So when are we seeing your gt2/3 tommh???
Hhmmmm soon!
Co tam U Ciebie slychac ? Czy juz po wprowadzce do do nowego domu?
Za tydzien! Nie mogę się doczekać. A jak u ciebie ??!!
whats instrument cluster is that???? not seen it before
It is a base cluster...and it is amazing!
They changdd the gauge cluster back to the normal way!!!
I love it!
Good stuff
Thanks!
Haha I have had the same issue with pushing into neutral by accident a few times. I love the car, but that’s just one annoying quirk about it lol
I've had the same thing happen! My only other complaint is the inability to disable the auto start. This is only a problem in the 2021, not the 2020.
This modell fited with a intelligent voice assistant the hey bmw function?
No in base model , but there is a button that activates it
@@s4yfur123 you are wrong I gonna show in my car it's does the hey Bmw and all function!
Chek it out in my chanel in few days!
is a nice review
Thank you!
The folding mirrors come standard?
Yes
Is this faster than a automatic 2019 Honda Accord 2.0t and a Subaru WRX?
yes much faster
Did he say 26mpg on the highway? Cause my 330i I get 10mpg more then that
That's pretty good!!!
Very hard decision coming up. Keep the F30 340i or get the G330i m-sport...... help
You’d probably want to go up to the M340. Going from a 340 to a 330 is going to a girl’s car 😩
Keep the 340i !!
@@TommyLGarage that’s what I’m leaning towards. I think a few minor mods, suspension and wheels, would really take this car to the next level.
Boom. Ah was that another 4 cylinder turbo blowing up @ yr 4.
Are they really that bad?
I love my 330i
It’s a Great car !
This is what i am most impressed about on the new 330i. The frame is so rigid that on the FWY you can be at 100MPH and not feel it.
It's such a fun base car!
@@TommyLGarage With a ton of plug and play Mods that can make it more than just a “Base” car. :)
That engine looked like a cyborg after you took off that cover
Haha so true
Thank you for doing this review! I used to have a Jaguar XE, and "upgraded" to this 330i base model with a few additional options - month 5 with it, and absolutely love it so far. Much better car than the Jaguar.
Great Choice! And I agree. It’s an awesome car
What was your experience like with the XE? And any issues with the 330i?
@@eddier401 I absolutely loved the XE; mostly for the steering feel. It was more *fun* to drive aggressively because it had a lot of feedback. But the cabin feel and overall quality was lacking, in my opinion. The infotainment was slow, bluetooth would constantly cut out, and it had lots of squeaks and rattles even only a couple years in. But man it drove great.
The 330i is an overall better car. I've had it for 2 years now, and it's a solid vehicle. Everything works and feels well built. It had additional niceties that Jag didn't even offer, and BMW just does the everyday stuff so well. It sounds better, it's faster, and it has AWD for winter. But the one thing it cannot compete with Jag on is steering feel. It's completely numb. So numb that I can't feel my front tires slipping in the winter months until I can visually notice the car sliding. With the Jag, I always felt in control because I could always feel the road. The Jag had RWD, and I felt more confident in the snow with it because you felt so connected to the car.
i think at last, you will buy or lease the new g80 M3 touring with x-drive and sell the f80. 🤔
Lmao with the rate I like this thing...quite possible lol
@@TommyLGarage don't sell out bro
Tommy is a M guy through and through. I drive the M340xi and can't wait to jump in the new M with STICK. So u can imagine when Tommy said he was opt-in out of the new M, almost broke my heart.
@@jahudini he's more of an AMG guy
jahudini don’t worry I’ve got a plan!
Looks better than G80. Wish it had a manual.
I know. We can forget about a manual g20
I can confirm all of that as an owner of G21 330i. What a great car, coming from 5 series F10 I can say it's an upgrade all the way. BTW mówisz po polsku?
kamer7pl oczywiście!! Urodzilem się w Polsce. A ty ?
@@TommyLGarage ja urodziłem się i mieszkam w Polsce, woj. Mazowieckie. To mój pierwszy obejrzany film na Twoim kanale ale przejrzę więcej :)
Buck up and get the M340. The extra $10,000 is well worth it. Besides getting a much more powerful engine, certain options are standard on the M340.
True. But for a basic commuter this thing is solid
@@TommyLGarage Agree and disagree. It is a solid car, but a basic commuter car shouldn't be $45,000. If you're at that price point, an extra $10,00 gets you the "basic commuter" car along with a solid sports car. Great review though.
Now if BMW would only give us a touring model...
Yes!! I’d be all over it
Thank you Tesla Model 3 for forcing BMW to make the 330i an attractive value proposition!
Very true! But it might be too late now
No ventilated front seats? Not even as an option? Damn I was so close to getting this car but not offering ventilated seats was the deal breaker for me.
Nope
@@TommyLGarage Update, I am getting one, because stupid Genesis is BSing with their production. So since they decided to reject my factory order for the G70 I ordered myself a 330i. Meh, I'll live without the ventilated seats.
@@rockyali8305 you’ll love the car
@@TommyLGarage I see you having all the fun even in the 4 banger, I can hardly wait. 😆
Agree you dont need a faster car for a daily driving, yet you are still driving your M3 daily...:)
Hehe touché
Much better gauges!
I agree!
Lane assist is not deletable
it's not needed
What about the M sport
I love the M sport.
@@TommyLGarage is it worth getting the M package instead of this?
@@axl6670 definitely
You shouldnt be resting your hand/arm on the gear shifter....
ESPECIALLY in a manual
How come ?
@@TommyLGarage premature wear of the selector forks and dog clutch.
Change gear and then dont put any pressure on the shifter 🙂
Are you saying 3 serious?
Yea. So? Making fun of my accent ?
@@TommyLGarage ahah I all have an accent and couldn't help but notice. thanks for the entertaining videos
Anybody else get E46 vibes when looking at this car
I do!!!!
Why not just make More six cylinder, or even better standard shifting baselines. After all this is BMW , not Audi
true
These "base"options will cost us 10k in Europe ;-)
Wow. That’s a lot !!
Tommy, Tommy, Tommy, I think I understand the sentiment, but not the comment. There’s going to be an uptick of fake badges now...because you don’t really need a faster car.
That's a good point. Also people won't be excited about gasoline cars anymore where electric cars make a lot more sense.
You still not answered for my quastion 🤣🤣
This car has the intelligent personal assistant? The hey bmw function ?
Nope
@@TommyLGarage on the bmw official configurator, it says that the live cockpit plus has the intelligent personal assistant
“The BMW Live Cockpit Plus including navigation function with a 5.1 "instrument cluster and a high-resolution, touch-capable 8.8" Control Display presents all driving-related information directly to you. For intuitive operation of the BMW Operating System 7, natural interaction with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, the tried and tested iDrive Touch Controller, controls on the steering wheel or touch controls on the Control Display are available. Numerous functions of the integrated navigation and multimedia system can also be selected using voice control. The multimedia system extends the standard USB-C connection in the front center armrest with the option of transferring data (e.g. media player) and a Bluetooth / WLAN interface.”
Maybe its in eu
Did he say "3 Serious?"
Omg he did! He should get out of this country!
This is a real bmw not that crappy 228i gran coupe 🤮 personally I’d get the convenience pack instead of the driving assistance stuff
I agree. Convenience pack is a must.
👍
Yeyy!
I NEED THE LANE assist so i can roll my dope on highway
Lol
Serious! 😂😂😂😂
So serious !
Wish it was 6 cyl
4 cyl has plenty of power
Can u answer 4 me please
Sure
@@TommyLGarage hi thanks!
Can i ask this modell is fitted with a personal inteligent assistant (the hey bmw Things) when you can say things to the car! ?
Am asking beacuse i never seen video of the basic instrument cluster can do this function!
I will say bmw does know how to make some comfortable seats
I agree!!
only 46k $ ? It's very cheap. In Italy the 330i xdrive start at 54K €, almost 65K $
Wow. That’s a lot !!
And includes none of the options here - navigation system, sport electric seats, black roof trim, sport steering wheel, etc,
In Taiwan a 330i cost about 92,000 USD.... Even the 318i cost around 67,000 USD...
Base model with basically everything except fog lights lol
Hahah yup
Hello 👋. 200th comment here
Nice thanks!
I like the new G30 BMW 3 Series but not this base model. Save money and just get certified pre-own, never buy a brand new BMW.
Someone has to
I drove it was not to impressed but that's just me.
Better than a Chevy impala
im glad they didnt put those hideous bucktooth kidney grilles
I agree !
Hate my 330i and selling it.
How come? Why don’t you like about it?
Made in Mexico. No THNK YOU! Hope wonderful people of Mexico will be buying them, since our jobs were exported there... Long live Model 3!
Model 3 is amazing
I drove this as a loaner. The new bmws feel cheap compared to F series
That’s true
Dream on buddy, BMW G30 is light years ahead of the F generation models. No comparison at all. Comparing this car to the F generation is laughable.
low on power IMO.
It’s so much fun as a daily
255 break horsepower, 295 foot/ pound of torque from a buttery smooth turbo inline 4 cylinder, best in class and mated to a great transmission, again best in class.
That is 70 more HP and almost 100 ft/pound torque more than the last generation F series. And this is only for the “Base” model.
Speed limit us 65 mph on most freeways. How much horsepower and torque do you need for daily driving and fun?
@@nawfelalquraini5536 like I said.
The M340i is way better… this car doesn’t even have the live cockpit! 🙈
But it being basic means it's more engaging to drive