340i Touring - good or bad idea?
Discussion
I'm also debating one of these, but my concern is it's just a small executive estate with a big engine, and dynamically slightly flawed from a steering and ride perspective. Had a brief drive in a 440i gran coupe with same engine and felt slightly less enthusiastic than my m240i (which is far from perfect). The other option is the hot hatch with a big boot Golf R estate, which felt better to drive but lacks the straight 6 sound and some interior quality compared to the 3 series.
There is a frustrating lack of fast petrol estates at this price point of you want to avoid the RS/AMG tax. The m340i touring looks good but too much money still.
There is a frustrating lack of fast petrol estates at this price point of you want to avoid the RS/AMG tax. The m340i touring looks good but too much money still.
I've had mine for coming up to 18 months and I love mine.. I find it the perfect blend of performance / practicality and comfort.. Mine has the Adaptive suspension and the MPPSK and I Can't see me selling this for a long time as it ticks every box for me, without being too hardcore for everyday use.. The only change I may consider in the future is a M340i Touring.. But for now I'm well happy.
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I would highly recommend moving away from the run flats... I run MIchekin PS4's and the car handles superbly... I have come from multiple M cars and don't ever find myself 'wanting.... don't do track days just like a bit of fun when in the mood and this car provides that and more.After much deliberation I’ve just pulled the trigger on one. It’s March 2018 so I’ll be getting the MPPSK fitted for some extra sound and grunt.
After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
James-m5qjf said:
After much deliberation I’ve just pulled the trigger on one. It’s March 2018 so I’ll be getting the MPPSK fitted for some extra sound and grunt.
After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
Good choice. I love my 340i . I have got to know it a lot better as i use it for work duties because of the original lock down . I'm really pleased with it ...43 MPG is quite achievable . Enjoy. After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
ThePrisoner said:
James-m5qjf said:
After much deliberation I’ve just pulled the trigger on one. It’s March 2018 so I’ll be getting the MPPSK fitted for some extra sound and grunt.
After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
Good choice. I love my 340i . I have got to know it a lot better as i use it for work duties because of the original lock down . I'm really pleased with it ...43 MPG is quite achievable . Enjoy. After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
James-m5qjf said:
ThePrisoner said:
James-m5qjf said:
After much deliberation I’ve just pulled the trigger on one. It’s March 2018 so I’ll be getting the MPPSK fitted for some extra sound and grunt.
After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
Good choice. I love my 340i . I have got to know it a lot better as i use it for work duties because of the original lock down . I'm really pleased with it ...43 MPG is quite achievable . Enjoy. After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
James-m5qjf said:
After much deliberation I’ve just pulled the trigger on one. It’s March 2018 so I’ll be getting the MPPSK fitted for some extra sound and grunt.
After 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
Welcome to the 340i Touring MPPSK club.. Great choice and don't forget the picsAfter 8 years of F30 and F31 320d ownership, and getting rid of my bikes, I needed a practical car with a bit of a kick. The S4 Avant was top of the list for a while but I think the 340 is better value and the B58 can’t be beaten at this range.
Had mine for 3 years and it was great all around. Managed overall 33mpg. Nice engine, comfortable. Towards the end of ownership found it boring and in hindsight with too much power for our roads. Doing 100mph was just too easy so at normal speeds the engine barely worked. If you can get the exhaust and power pack that would help. Overall good but I decided to buy something with less power. The power is great to have but to really enjoy it you will lose your licence quickly. That’s my view on more powerful cars now unless short geared.
You won’t regret it great combo.
You won’t regret it great combo.
Love ours. Nearly 4 years old now. Was always going to trade it in at the end of the 3 years, paying the balance was the simplest choice I've made. MPPSK is epic, also worth looking at the xHP gearbox software.
Think I'll keep this forever.
My wife now has 6 points!!
Edited by sma on Thursday 11th June 18:52
ThePrisoner said:
James-m5qjf said:
Very Nice. I wish i picked another colour like that . Mines Sapphire Black which only stays clean for a day . Gassing Station | BMW General | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff