$100,000 M3 SUV! BMW X3M Competition Review
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- 2022 BMW X3M Competition review by The Straight Pipes. The BMW X3M Competition is putting down 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque from a twin turbo 3.0L inline 6 Cylinder. At $106,700 CAD, would you take it over the Mercedes AMG GLC63?
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From our perspective as users, there's no reason to subscribe anymore. CZcams always shows you the video to watch. Most people just use CZcams recommendations. "we know people don't use subscriptions but it helps still by...." what? I'm guessing advertisers?
will this work in the US or canada only?
@@j.onathan. the prepaid card is for USA only right now
Hey guys!! Question, how many viewers that whatch your awesome reviews are not subcribed? When you put that graphic on the screen it didn't say
gave me a heartattack with that thumbnail. had a heavy hand when I clicked on this video. Good work guys
@@davidrallison7038 wtf?
@@davidrallison7038 Yeah, I thought it was gonna be the iX M60 by looking at the grille
@@TheStraightPipes I still like the fact that BMW hasn't enlarged the grill on the X3 unlike the iX.
@@jj_cars99 kinda weird how they aren't making it their whole brand identity. 4 years from now, this 2022 model will look like a 2019 because everything will have big grills
It’s sad that i didn’t even notice it was fake, i was like jeez that’s hideous. But I’m used to bimmers like this now
Wasn't sure for a second whether the thumbnail was edited or whether bmw really went all out this time... It's getting hard to tell
Yeah, pretty much the reason I clicked. You never know when it comes to BMW. They could actually do this.
Honestly this same thought made me click the video right away just to confirm. 😭
I assumed it was the BMW iX M60. Lol
Also, you'd expect their top M product to have wider fender flares like it is on the X5M or M3, but BMW skimped out on the X3M.
Yeah, that was trippy. I was so confused lol
The transition between the M40i and the M Competition at 1:06 is amazing, great cinematography!
That transition at 1:12 was so so clean! Had to rewind that back a dozen times to see how well the two shots lined up.
Yeah, branching off of this comment, Yuri, how do you do this? Is it 2 vehicles grafted into the same background? Or are those two separate shots filmed on the exact same stretch of road? It's mind-blowing.
@@devinbaker8707 it’s 2 different shots on the same road.
@@devinbaker8707 our editor does that!
@@TheStraightPipes give them a cookie! I had to check 4-5x just to see if it was a seamless transition or clever color trickery, super sick!
@@devinbaker8707 in essence they shoot the same shot on the same road, or a very similar road of the cars acceleration, then in post it is a matter of drafting the cars to overlap and making sure the transition looks smooth and not a cutscene but more a transformation.
Guys, your reviews are always spot on. I would think BMW is off the mark on asking buyers to sign up for subscriptions for options that are standard on a Hyundai or Kia. Almost a $100K... I expect everything plus the kitchen sink to be STANDARD equipment.
@@Chrisdavelaw1 i can tell you have never owned a bmw before.. even if u did, it would probably be a used, 3 owner, 328i 💀💀
@@DaEverything1 I have had several. I agree it would be nice if everything was standard. I spend a lot on tires though. I hope these subscriptions do not become a thing. That's ridiculous to charge subscription fees.
@@DaEverything1 I believe if you order the options from the factory then they are included amd no need to subscribe
@@Chrisdavelaw1 Not for a while now. Have you seen the genesis line up? BMW is going backwards while everyone has already caught up.
@@K4R007 How is BMW going backwards compared to the other brands? Are you talking about everything being an additional charge versus Acura for example where the car comes with everything? One thing about BMW is that each car is considered built to order either by a customer or dealer. They still maintain that individuality so that will cost more. It's not a Bentley but you still can customize to an extent. I am very loyal to the brand even though I don't agree with everything they do. For the price point the new M3 performs amazingly well. It is hard to get the same feel in most other cars unless you go up to Porsche or even higher. The cars are becoming more digital and steering numb which is good and bad. Hard to please everyone. At least for the time being you can get a 6 speed on the G87 M2.
The editing is so top level. Not just the thumby but literally all the camera work is so super duper top level to a point I do not understand the nuance of. There's a lot of channels that I leave on and just sort of glance at while doing dishes. Straight pipes video = eyes glued
Thanks so much 🙏
The green makes it look really cool. So many automakers it seems recently have been springing for more unique colors and I am really glad that they are. I like this green since it makes the car look "outdoorsy"
that transition between old X340i and New X3M was smooooooth ... !!!
yuri looks sooo uncomfortable in the codriver seat @thestraightpipes
So good to see another LCI review. I think a lot of people overlook these because of the ‘awful ride’ comments from many of the pre-LCI reviews. I own an LCI and it’s pretty close to perfect if you want an M but also need a bit of practicality over an M3. Gotta say the XDrive is awesome in these as well.
Can agree 100%… I was frightend of the harsh ride due to alot of reviews on CZcams - luckily mine was delivered with Michelins and in „comfort mode“ it drives close to a regular X3 (of course with a slight sporty touch to it). I think it really comes down to the fact if your X3M has Michelins or Contis.
Love mine tho!!
PS: This LCI in the review is also equipped with Michelins!
Dumb question but what is an Lci?
@@WD.909 mid-cycle refresh variant. LCI stands for "lifecycle impulse" because BMW.
I drive one every day for 3 years and only have 600hp and 520 tq but I almost enjoy watching you two more than doing it myself! I love it because most people think it is a regular SUV with M badges that I put on myself. Very few people realize it is as fast as almost any car on the road including Tesla performance models. You need to use launch control to get 3.3 seconds without it is closer to 4.
Lol
I almost dropped my beer looking at that thumbnail 😂😂😂 I was like “BMW CANT KEEP GETTING AWAY WITH THIS!!!”
I saw the thumbnail and said to my self "oh god bmw what are you doing..." but now I am relieved lol
Soon...
You guys make great videos keep up the good work.
Been watching CZcams for over 15 years. This is the first channel I subscribed to. Great information, entertainment, and presentation.
Woah this thing is awesome, checks all the right boxes! That interior to me is flawless. Such a beastly exhaust too 🤘🏼as always thanks for the excellent show!
This review could not have come at a more perfect time. I put in my order for a 2023 X3M Comp a couple weeks ago and am so glad you guys made a review for it. Thanks!
Downpipes and a e30 tune are seeing the x3m doing sub 3s 0-60s and sub 10s 1/4 miles. The S58(and it’s little brother the B58) is truly a remarkable engine.
Yea there are some doing 10.4 already
love the vids
Favorite review channel. Keep up the good work.
That thumbnail scared me for a sec😅💀
I love this color, many people think it looks like poop but it’s unique
Yeah it's unique poop. Like diarrhea. You're both right
@@Sickwitit18😂😂😩😩
Another great review!
Thanks for the awesome review! I'm picking up my X3M competition in a few weeks.
I'm not a fan of green, but for some reason it fits this SUV so well
It's a color you get used to very quick.
@@laurapalmerTDGE Yeah, but better than black or white or grey.
@@furial3200 - Any variation is absolutely welcome. And indeed, black or white or gray always gets boring.
Or a BMW individual color?
At the time I opted for Carbon Black. No black no blue but something in between. Cool color. And not too vulnerable either.
This is what happens when features become software based and not hardware based.
Yep and the number of rubes in the comments that like these tacked on touchscreens are just setting up all of us to be taken advantage of with subscription based features. “BuT hAvE yOu tRiEd tHeM?! tHeY wOrK sO wELL. I dOnT miSs tHe hArD bUtToNs aT aLL! YoU cAn jUsT uSe vOiCe CoMmAnDs tO cHanGe yOuR aC!!”
Great video boys!
I gotta give props for that transition from the last year review to this car. That shot transition was amazing!
A M3 touring with this interior would be a perfect car.
The analytics must be wrong because I’ve been subscribed to your channel for years and I watch almost every single video y’all release.
By the way please do a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander review please.
🤣🤣
Can’t believe we are going the route of subscriptions like a cellphone. Love the channel guys keep ‘em coming love the banter and good reviews.
Saw the thumbnail and I was like "NOOOO BMW!😭😭😭" man you really had me😹 good job.
I remember when the X6M few years ago costed like 80k and was fully equipped. Damn.
Inflation and markups
That's like 10 years ago and not a few hehe
@@neofaktion yeah 10 years ago would be believable
@@neofaktion damn time really does fly
Same for the Range Rover. $75k back in 2010. Now starts at $100k.
I like the green color. I was walking around and how all the cars are shades of black and some blue sprinkled in between. Found one brown car (Jeep Wrangler so that made sense). Want to see some diversity.
Damn that is hell of a beast! Love BMW new designs and models so much. Brutal yet very elegant. Perfection.
You guys stop messing with the thumbnails man!
Every time it’s a Lexus or a BMW I end up thinking it’s real 😂
Love the grille in the thumbnail, only improvement could if Yuri edited it to make it bigger
🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👏🏻, One of the best cars BMW has ever made. I own an X3MC and I love it. Awesome video guys!
All german cars are better than the rest 🤷
U guys review great 👍
Great Review!
Some may not be a fan, but I REALLY like that greenish-brown colour.
Same.
That olive green color looks sic, absolute beast!!
I literally saw this in Toronto like 2 days ago
Y’all kill! Keep it up
X3 always been on my list as such a good middle ground from sport Sedan and suv. Hefty price tag. Tough tough to throw 100k at BUT 500hp sport vehicle your wife won’t complain is too “sporty” or impractical.
Got a 2020 X3m and it’s amazing all rounder
If you have a wife that complains about your "too sporty" or "impractical" vehicle purchases, you can tell her to get out and walk.
100K but if you want to turn on the seat warmer it'll cost you an extra subscription.
I love how people still cry about the grille like it doesn’t completely fit the new cars.
When I saw the thumbnail I almost got an heart attack but when I clicked it I was relieved
The kidney grill on the thumbnail was so lol 😂😂😂
BMW is on fire 🔥 right now! Styling and performance are on point- Especially the 240 M -That car has excellent performance and luxury for the money-
The subscription for heated seats is the stupidest thing I've ever seen however
I traded my 2020 X3M Comp for a 2022 M3 Comp xDrive and I don't miss the SUV/SAV life. That said, I might have kept the X3M if it rode as smoothly as your review detailed - glad BMW listened and made some adjustments to the suspension tuning.
Which bodystyle do you like more - sedan or SUV? Is the difference noticeable between the two in terms of handling and performance?
@@moonsapling Sedan all the way. Much better looking, sleek and appealing to most. Acceleration and speed is just as explosive for both but handling is far superior in the M3. Centre of gravity, weight and chassis dynamics all play a part. That said, the X3M does amazing for what it is and handles far better than it has any right to.
@@Kimchiguy79 Thanks for your detailed answer! In my opinion, if one is looking for a sporty drive, he belongs in a sports sedan/coupe.
@@moonsapling Absolutely wholeheartedly this. While I can appreciate the attempt to have an all-in-one, sometimes it's best to just acknowledge that it would be better to have a separate sports car and a cargo/people mover.
You guy's are awesome!
very nice one guys keep going you crush it
I’ve had my X3M for 3 months now and while it is not a smooth ride it definitely handles like a sports car. I enjoy a stiff ride because a smooth bad handling car bores me to death.
@Sazil8PF ikr. Meanwhile I have a 4 series…….
Great review! FYI the ventilated seats are not “cooled” seats. I have the 2022 X4 and expected the same. It’s not at all. It’s truly a ventilation where it seems to pull the air/heat from your body. Not bad tho.
Wow really? In Canada it's part of a premium pack that has a bunch of other decent stuff in it for about 4k. So I'd option it but my old ass Durango has ac pumped through the seats and I love it.
Same with my E53... kind of unnecessary if you ask me
@@cwx8 I had a ford mondeo that had truly cooled seats not just ventilation
Sucks the farts out
You guys are the best!
You got me with the thumbnail 😂
I’m really digging dark green on all of these German cars.
sometimes i regret my decision to get the 21' 540 instead of the 21' X3M.
😂🤣 Yuri's reaction was priceless!
You know a vehicle fast when they launch and the trees just fade into the distance lol. Great ride, great review.
The sad part is, i actually considered the possibility of a grill that big…
Been waiting for this one guys thanks! I don’t know about that green though. They have another one an individual malachit green which is amazing and about $4500 extra. Just ordered an M40i (in my budget) because of that last M40i review.
M40i rips. Congrats!
That green is awesome unless you’re a snowflake
@@er98ah it’s Mr. Snowflake.
Congrats mms, bet you can't wait for that thing to come in
@@Sickwitit18 I currently have a 2003 Corolla with 220k, so yeah counting the days well months I was given approx 6 month wait time.
took delivery of our X3 LCI 20d a few months ago. Waited 6 months for it, unfortunately no HUD and wireless charging due to chip shortage. Still absolutely love the car, was unsure of the tail lights at first but it grew on me.
Still subscribed and have been for a long time. Not sure if CZcams is doing weird things with your data, but I'm definitely subbed and still get all notifications.
So I can pay $18 a month for the 'winter months' to use the heated seats or in my case $216 a year for cooled seats since I live in Texas. This takes nickel and diming to a whole new level, even for a EU automaker.
Agreed. The subscription for heated and cooled seats is the most idiotic thing I've ever seen. Who's the decision maker that thought this would be a good idea??
@@baumiller I completely agree! This is highway robbery at its finest lol If this becomes a standard across all carmakers the Pre-2023 used car market is going to explode! And rightly so!
I thought this was some sort of joke. You pay a premium for a car and what should come as standard at this level is charged by the month. UMMM bye BMW...
I was kinda hoping the thumbnail was real... What have I become
🤣
Taillights look like a covenant energy sword from Halo lol. Great video guys! 🚗
After you park, you can hold the power/volume button for 3 seconds.
The infotainment section turns off.
Thanks for great videos guys.
I can't imagine having to pay monthly for something that's already built into the car
That doesn’t require maintenance or security. Like we understand telematics and costs with cyber security
Definitely makes me want a BMW less than before. When comparing against the competition it's just an extra knock against the BMW
Somebody please explain... Why is something basically becoming standard like heated seats locked behind a subscription??? I don't care how it happened, why? How is this not like a possible violation of something.
It’s not really becoming a subscription. As per bmw, all cars will be sent out the buttons for heated seats. If you did pay for it when you were building the car, then you don’t pay a subscription fee. But if you didn’t pay for it while building, you have to pay for it. When you look at it that way it makes sense. As maybe people don’t need the option most of the time at their countries.
Awesome review as always and that launch was really surprising! Maybe a DBX 707 someday??
Love the thumbnail guys! 🔥👍🇨🇦
For an extra $20k USD or so, is the X3M worth it over the X3 M40i?
Only you can make that call. The b58 is also a fantastic platform.
The x3m has increased HP, better seats, and much stiffer. I went x3m comp
I think so. There is a definite difference between the two. The M40i is really fast and powerful, so it’ll be good for virtually everyone. But if you can afford to go all out and get a stupid fast SUV, get the M Competition. You won’t regret it
@@alexhish2187 I actually recently got the M40i version bc bc it has nearly 400HP, is 20k less and the ride quality is excellent. Ive heard the x3M is almost too stiff and not as good of a daily driver. But who can argue with an extra 100HP lol.
@@jessebrooks8523 They are both fantastic. The m40i certainly rides better and the OEM sound is in my opinion also better.
Yes. A real m car just feels special. If you ever drive one you will know what I mean. People argue you can tune a x3m40 but at the end of the day it's missing the m DNA
There’s one of those in my town now. I don’t envision them “competing” a whole lot though. 😆
This one good review! "Hey BMW" was funny ))
love your content ❤❤ shout out from Botswana
Good review. A couple things incorrect that you should address. There is no subscription fee if you built and ordered your car with heated and cooled seats. This is for people that did not pay for the option but bmw is making a lot of these options standard and kinda a pay later option thru a subscription. I’ve had my 2022 x3m comp on order for 6 months and has just been loaded on the train from Carolina so very excited as I have a 2022 x3 m40i right now that I purchased while waiting. Fun car but lacks the power I am looking for. Went with that same interior but marina bay blue with the 50 year m badges. Can’t wait!
Car and Driver was really negative about the suspension setup in both this and the X3 M40i due to the brutal stiffness, even in Comfort Mode. They said it makes both versions of this vehicle awful daily drivers even though the performance is amazing.
I'll happily rip on bad suspension but it's not warranted here. Yuri didn't even complain with his bad back either
@@TheStraightPipes Yeah, everyone definitely has their own opinion, have to drive it yourself to know for sure.
@@mattspeer01 Exactly. Test out the cars and decide what you like based on your personal taste.
There are a few owners of this car in the comments and they say the same thing. Very uncomfortable as a daily driver. One sold it within a year of ownership
Really?. I would take this thing over a boring soft riding numb suv. That's just me though 🤷🏽♂️ I wish American manufacturers would learn a thing or two from this to apply on their big power suv
Pleasantly surprised they finally matched the exterior with the intro of the "proper" M x3. Now, it looks like it will be easier to justify the hefty, 6fig+ price tag of this compact SUV. As always, enjoyable review and demeanor from Jaocb.
I love you guys, as slways very nice video
Biologists would say that the rear tail lights look like mRNA hairpin loops.
So I owned this car, but sold after less than a year earlier this year. It is ultra sporty, honestly hard to imagine how you would use a more sporty car on regular roads. It handles really well too. However its shortcomings are super obvious as well - it's super ultra uncomfortable. The ride is super stiff and the seats are very hard. It's a honestly a sports car made into an SUV form... don't expect to use it as a family SUV - your spouse, other passengers, are going to hate this... it shakes you to your core on anything other than super smooth roads.
Instead of this, I suggest buying a preowned comfy SUV and then an M240i. The M240 will drive and handle better than this and the comfy SUV will take you around town in comfort. You are NOT going to have both in the same car with the X3M.
Great review, I've heard similar things. 2 of my friends had them and were so excited to get rid of them. One of which has a family the other is a single guy
A buddy is going through this right now. His GF forces him to drive her old Corolla when they're together.
Im wondering if the LCI (They mentioned it has a different suspension tune) rides differently to your previous one.
This comment totally reflects my ownership experience in a 19 X3M Comp. Ride is way to harsh. Damping so extreme it couldn’t always keep the tires on the road ( uk roads are in a poor state) . Stiff suspension due to the SUV height. Passengers found the ride very jerky. Together with perceptible turbo lag and x drive complexity it’s a jerky car to get off the line in normal traffic. Beautifully built , finished and practically. Get the 40i every time. I now drive a 540i Touring, the best.
sounds great
Love love
Bang on. The taillights kill the look of this car. Best bmw suv for value and performance is probably the x3 m40i tbh
the shit that they be doing with the tumbnails makes me uncomfortable
Subscribe to feel more uncomfortable more often
absolutely bonkers video u guys are fun
I am subscribed, whike watching you guys... :))))
Thanks so much!!!
Act like a posted a “ bad comment” here
I don’t understand how anyone could choose this over an m3
Probably the individual with a new family that still wants an M. BMW decided to give an M to the majority of all their cars now although I agree some of them are unnecessary.
Sweet thumbnail! Keep it up Yuri!
Omg this looks soooo good
I looked at one of these before getting my Porsche Macan and so glad I went with the Macan. First of all the ride is absolutely horrible compared to the Macan. With it being so stiff I at least expected it to handle well but that is not the case either and then the looks don’t help it either. If you are considering this vehicle buy a Macan and thank me later.
Agreed. Did the same thing as you…Macan might be a bit more expensive, but worth it over the X3.
I would rather have a Porsche macan gts
That was a slick one with the subscription plug, Yuri 😂
Love it
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Now that’s a dope review and a nice bmw m suv with a good amount of power
sounds good!
I have a 2021 and haven't done launch control yet. Do you use manual shift or auto?