BMW F-series - 340i or M140i?
Discussion
On the hunt for an M140i, but am considering F30 LCI 340i's.
I really like the interior of the F30 LCI model and comes loaded with lots of kit, more than the F20 will have, that's for sure. I like the steering feel of the F30, and the B58/ZF8 combo goes well enough. The reviews/videos I've looked at featuring F20 M-lites, go on about brutal acceleration, but I got none of this feeling from the F30, which is not unexpected given it's a larger car. I assume a tune will fix this. The exhaust note, even in sport+ mode is a bit subdued, but again, nothing that an exhaust can't fix.
Is the M140i that much better dynamically compared to a 340?
I really like the interior of the F30 LCI model and comes loaded with lots of kit, more than the F20 will have, that's for sure. I like the steering feel of the F30, and the B58/ZF8 combo goes well enough. The reviews/videos I've looked at featuring F20 M-lites, go on about brutal acceleration, but I got none of this feeling from the F30, which is not unexpected given it's a larger car. I assume a tune will fix this. The exhaust note, even in sport+ mode is a bit subdued, but again, nothing that an exhaust can't fix.
Is the M140i that much better dynamically compared to a 340?
Throwing a spanner in the works.
I've narrowed down my search to a few cars.
I could potentially have a 340i M-Sport loaded with options for similar money to a F22 M235i. Both options are cheaper than the asking price for most M140i's advertised. M240s are out of the question as they are nearly as much as an M2 where I am.
Should I go for a M235i given it's 'worse' value for money than the 340 (and maybe even M140)?
I've narrowed down my search to a few cars.
I could potentially have a 340i M-Sport loaded with options for similar money to a F22 M235i. Both options are cheaper than the asking price for most M140i's advertised. M240s are out of the question as they are nearly as much as an M2 where I am.
Should I go for a M235i given it's 'worse' value for money than the 340 (and maybe even M140)?
340i is more grown up and doesn’t seem to deliver its power as aggressively (haven’t driven the dealer upgrade version) as the M140i which feels more fun and hooligan but sacrifices some handling/refinement.
Depends what you are after but I’d suggest driving both and deciding from there. Both can be easily modified to fix any short comings if that’s an option.
Chris
Depends what you are after but I’d suggest driving both and deciding from there. Both can be easily modified to fix any short comings if that’s an option.
Chris
Had an M140i and now have an F30 340i. The latter does feel more grown up and the gearbox isn’t tuned for the same punch in the back as the the M140i. That can make it feel less obviously quick but it’s really not. Still a pretty rapid car and more than enough for the roads today. It’s also nice and discreet which I value.
I’m approaching mid-50’s now though, so that more grown-up feel appeals. If I was 20’s or 30’s I’d probably opt for the smaller hooligan.
I’m approaching mid-50’s now though, so that more grown-up feel appeals. If I was 20’s or 30’s I’d probably opt for the smaller hooligan.
M235i are on my radar as the cheapest car that came up on my search on AutoTrader...
0-60 under 5 secs
Manual
Petrol
2/3 door
Not a bad package at all for under £15k
Alternatives for me was an M240i but the extra expensive doesn't seem worth it for 0.2 faster to 60, unless there's other differences I'm missing? Or an older TT RS.
0-60 under 5 secs
Manual
Petrol
2/3 door
Not a bad package at all for under £15k
Alternatives for me was an M240i but the extra expensive doesn't seem worth it for 0.2 faster to 60, unless there's other differences I'm missing? Or an older TT RS.
DiscoSINGH said:
Consider a 440i grancoupe (or the coupe if you don't need the rear doors?)
In my experience, the 4 series (440i) is better equipped than the 340i.
Get either car with an MPPSK or budget for one - opens up that B58 engine even more.
I think that'll mean a pre-Feb 2018 build OP, if that helps.In my experience, the 4 series (440i) is better equipped than the 340i.
Get either car with an MPPSK or budget for one - opens up that B58 engine even more.
CrippsCorner said:
M235i are on my radar as the cheapest car that came up on my search on AutoTrader...
0-60 under 5 secs
Manual
Petrol
2/3 door
Not a bad package at all for under £15k
Alternatives for me was an M240i but the extra expensive doesn't seem worth it for 0.2 faster to 60, unless there's other differences I'm missing? Or an older TT RS.
Slightly better efficiency and also apparently more reliable if the owners groups on Facebook are anything to go by. 0-60 under 5 secs
Manual
Petrol
2/3 door
Not a bad package at all for under £15k
Alternatives for me was an M240i but the extra expensive doesn't seem worth it for 0.2 faster to 60, unless there's other differences I'm missing? Or an older TT RS.
I have a 340 LCI MPPSK definitely a keeper as struggling to find anything to replace it with. Just as fast as a M340i but you lose the sound which to me is half the fun. Power/Torque increases to 360/500nm with the MPPSK and that’s fun pushing you in the back with the pops and bangs in sport/sport+ but also not much of a difference to standard in comfort. Just ensure you don’t get one with the PPF as you can’t have the MPPSK with that installed.
Lekushe said:
I have a 340 LCI MPPSK definitely a keeper as struggling to find anything to replace it with. Just as fast as a M340i but you lose the sound which to me is half the fun. Power/Torque increases to 360/500nm with the MPPSK and that’s fun pushing you in the back with the pops and bangs in sport/sport+ but also not much of a difference to standard in comfort. Just ensure you don’t get one with the PPF as you can’t have the MPPSK with that installed.
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