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X3 M40i consideration
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Morribiscuit
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Has B58 - tick. Need anything else? No.
Do it!
I have no useful advice to give, but Xdrive & B58 is an awesome combo.
Do it!
I have no useful advice to give, but Xdrive & B58 is an awesome combo.
GravityLee
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Look for an LCI and you’re golden. You’re on a BMW forum so pretty sure the consensus will be it’s a good swap, yes
MR_Y
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Hi,
What are the requirements of the wife/family and what issues were there with the GLC43 that prompted the change of heart?
The GLC43 is a fantastic car in its own right.
If you need a long distance BMW vehicle, then an X3 30d or M40d may be better suited. If you have a large family, then an X5 may be better.
From what I know, the X3 M40i came in 2 flavours - initially in 265kw (until Sep 2021) and then bumped up to 285kw (Sep 2021 onwards). The LCI (facelift) came in from late 2021/early 2022, but there were some pre-LCI models in late 2021 that came with the 285kw motor. You will need to run the VIN to check the correct specs.
Personally, I would look for an X3 M40d. These will be highly sought after.
What are the requirements of the wife/family and what issues were there with the GLC43 that prompted the change of heart?
The GLC43 is a fantastic car in its own right.
If you need a long distance BMW vehicle, then an X3 30d or M40d may be better suited. If you have a large family, then an X5 may be better.
From what I know, the X3 M40i came in 2 flavours - initially in 265kw (until Sep 2021) and then bumped up to 285kw (Sep 2021 onwards). The LCI (facelift) came in from late 2021/early 2022, but there were some pre-LCI models in late 2021 that came with the 285kw motor. You will need to run the VIN to check the correct specs.
Personally, I would look for an X3 M40d. These will be highly sought after.
maleven-GP
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That's awesome advice right there.. Have G02 20d X4, regret not stretching the budget to M40d.. It does the job, no complains; BUT 🤒🙄🤔..
If consumption and resale value is not a problem for the OP, I'd say go ahead on the B58 🤟🏽
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///M Individual
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Hi bud
Check the thread below:
Personally don't see the point in changing as both cars seem so evenly matched. If you were going X3 M then that would be worth it!
Dare I say this on a BMW forum but I think the 43 sounds better than a 40i stock for stock.
Check the thread below:
Personally don't see the point in changing as both cars seem so evenly matched. If you were going X3 M then that would be worth it!
Dare I say this on a BMW forum but I think the 43 sounds better than a 40i stock for stock.
TurboLlew
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The problem with the few Mercs worth buying is actually having to deal with Mercedes... Having claimed for MANY things under motorplan and similar things for my BMWs, it almost feels like you're a criminal and they are forensically investigating the debris from flight MH370 while you sit without a car for a week to replace something. Meanwhile at BMW they advise you the part may only arrive in the morning but the car will be done by 12 the next day...
I would hope they treat actual AMG customers better (@DavidV not sure what your experience has been like on this front), but that is enough reason for us not to buy Mercedes again.
On the actual question I think an LCI M40i or M40d (better idea I think) will be a good idea.
I would hope they treat actual AMG customers better (@DavidV not sure what your experience has been like on this front), but that is enough reason for us not to buy Mercedes again.
On the actual question I think an LCI M40i or M40d (better idea I think) will be a good idea.
Thami4u
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Dealing with Mercedes is a nightmare and i'm not saying this as a BMW 'fanboy'. Getting parts can take months, their motorplan policy has changed for instance there's a limit in number of things like brake pads that can be replaced under plan.
You just have to look at the number of X3's vs GLC's on the road... customers voted with their wallets.
One thing to look out for is the adaptive suspension option, especially if you go larger than 19” wheels. Mine had 21” wheels and the ride was still very comfortable with the adaptive suspension. I read on forums that the ride with the larger wheels without adaptive suspension models can become unpleasant especially on uneven or bad road surfaces.
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I must add, the pre LCI M40i’s came well specced as standard, I’m not too familiar with the LCI models’ std specs.
I would also say if you go pre LCI then look for 2020 onwards models, they have the nicer idrive 7 instead of the older idrive 6 on pre 2020 models. With idrive 7 you get the much nicer full digital dash instead of the analog look dash that came with idrive 6. (If I remember correctly now)
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modocrat
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IMO the analog cluster looks better than the silly digital dash without the needles. I'm sure others will agree as well.
TurboLlew
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Agree 100% here, though even the stupid full digital clusters are better than what they have now… slabs of shiny glass across the entire dash 🤣
AceRally
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Are they really evenly matched though performance-wise? I remember beating a GLC 43 AMG in a F30 330d, I can't imagine doing the same to an M40i.Hi bud
Check the thread below:
Personally don't see the point in changing as both cars seem so evenly matched. If you were going X3 M then that would be worth it!
Dare I say this on a BMW forum but I think the 43 sounds better than a 40i stock for stock.
///M Individual
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I think the weight of the GLC would have played a role against your F30.
From the races on YouTube they seem very close performance wise with the GLC43 a bit stronger on top end. This may be against a pre LCi M40i though so LCi might be a different story.
Kinda exactly the purpose of this thread and hence me pointing it out. The OP asked what to look out for and in my opinion there is a huge diiference between the ID6 & 7 versions and each with their own following. Personally I find ID6 clocks to look dated in this day and age after having had a few cars with ID7 now.
Anyway, was meant to draw the OP’s attention to these variations of the dash.
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Hi DavidV, am new to the forum.
I recently got my X3 M40 LCI , already done just over 10000kms with it and am very happy with the car.
Was a merc only person and since switched to BMW don't regret it a single bit.
The B58 is an amazing engine, smooth and comfortable when you want and aggressive when you drop it in Sport Plus.
Definitely wont go wrong with it.
I recently got my X3 M40 LCI , already done just over 10000kms with it and am very happy with the car.
Was a merc only person and since switched to BMW don't regret it a single bit.
The B58 is an amazing engine, smooth and comfortable when you want and aggressive when you drop it in Sport Plus.
Definitely wont go wrong with it.
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I haven't had a GLC 43. But did test drive one as was considering it. And the X3 is just on another level IMO. Was a merc fan boy and was disappointed by mercs interior quality compared to the X3. Also the M40 just destroys the GLC in terms of how it pits down power.
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