Jan 30, 2022 · BMW M235i Reliability I always wanted a coupe, I currently drive a rebuilt title Cadillac XT5, which has had some issues, so I want a stable and reliable vehicle. I was looking at a 228i at first but a mechanic told me not to get a 4 cyl BMW, so I looked at a new GR86.

Nov 25, 2020 · The difference is the motor. The m240i has an updated turbo inline six (b58). I'd go with the m235i because they're going to be significantly less expensive than the m240i as it's a last gen motor (n55). That means there is a ton of r&d already done. Lots of how-to guides, after market support etc. m235i is the better bang for the buck.

Nov 18, 2018 · But it probably won't compare to a IS350's or a Q60S' reliability. As for me, I wanted a M235i and I had experience owning 10+ year old Bimmers. Find one with a detailed history and get a trusted BMW indy. Sometimes the dealer has specials on regular maintenance, but it's always good to have a second opinion for big ticket items.

Saw a good deal on a 2016 bmw m235i xdrive with 60k miles and am considering buying it as I want something quick and fun but still decently practical. What worries me is that I always hear how unreliable bmws are but I did some research and have seen a lot of good reviews on the car.

I’ve always been a BMW fanatic and I am somewhat savvy with them, but I’ve led myself down a new rabbit hole of wanting an F22 M235i (N55). I’ve found one local on Marketplace but he’s got a few mods on it that I’m trying to better understand ownership with these type of mods.

Mar 15, 2022 · These M235i engines had a forged crankshaft rather than cast like previous N55s you had a gain of 15~hp with this alongside the M performance optimization of the M235i model. This is very unfortunate, I just swapped my 435i engine due to engine failure (spun bearing) with a M235i and everything went great car is running perfect.

BMW's M235i Gran Coupe is a really nice car. It has still the best interior quality within that market segment of cars imo but if its based on driving experience and on road performance I think you will have more fun with an Audi S3 Sedan or if you can bear having a Hatchback a Golf R MK8.

Jun 11, 2021 · New vs the Previous Gen. My opinion is the interiors have lost character. The front has lost the BMW look and looks slightly generic, iconic grille is gone, iconic two light design is gone and strong lines are replaced with soft lines and plain panels.

Sep 21, 2021 · The Audi S3 seems to take off quicker in the wet despite having the same 0-60 time as the BMW. I suspect the BMW reaches 60 quicker than the S3 though as it appears to have stretched ahead momentarily inside the first 5 seconds. The S3 sneaks past the BMW again. It looked like the BMW lost traction for a fraction of a second in the footage.

Mar 16, 2023 · We love BMW for its phenomenal rear-wheel-drive feel. The 2014-2016 M235i was rear-wheel-drive for S3 money, and it was good. (Although the steering was lifeless, and the straight-six puts enough weight over the front to severely impact handling - making the M2 sportier, but also the 228i Track Handling Pack.)